We really tried to like these stools after a lot of researching.  They are beautiful and very sturdy, however the wood seat digs into the back of your legs.  We had different sized guests from kids to adults try these out and still couldn't sit in them for even a short few minutes - ouch!  The manufacturer needs to carve out the seat a bit more to soften where your legs sit.  Sadly they are on their way back to Wayfair now.