Received the set yesterday and put it together with the help of my mother in a hour. No damages.... more than enough screws, washers and screw caps.  Very easy to put together... the chair back and seat is one piece and the arm/leg is one piece.  I did not have any problems with holes lining up... I think the key to get the holes to line up is to put all the screws in the appropriate holes by twisting by hand and then proceed.  I found when I would screw the top all the way in then when I get to the bottom it did not line up.  The cushions are nice and thick... I did not find the seat small.  It is a very nice set.  Also, an electric screwdriver/drill is a must.