This table prompted me to switch my kitchen decor from traditional to modern.  I am so happy I made the change.  I bought the black chairs to add a bit of color to the set.  It took quite a while to put it together.  Insert the rods into the base first and then start to work on the screws.  The rods go in the outside holes!!!  The pictures in the instructions are more helpful in the assembly than the actual wording.  I referred to the picture on the exterior of the tabletop box for help putting it together.  That was handy as it comes in two boxes with several pieces that the instructions didn't explain very well.  After finally getting it put together, it just brought the kitchen to life!  I highly recommend the Brewerytown Dining Table!