Got this chair to replace a £40 Ikea Torkel chair that only lasted me a few months before the left hand back corner seat frame started to crack, I like to recline whilst I'm working! This chair is big, sturdy and solid. Also very comfy. Assembly was so-so and would have been easier with 2 people. The "instructions" are a bit vague, just make sure you put get the arms around the right way! I found it easier to attach arm to both seat and back and then attach the other side.