Assembly wasn't completely straightforward due to manufacturing defects. A hole in the chair arm was not cut correctly so it would not sit flush with the base. I had to whittle its complementary peg down with a knife in order to complete assembly. One of the chair arms was also damaged with a significant chunk gouged out, but decided it wasn't worth packing up and returning everything. I am ultimately satisfied with the look of the chairs, and they are very comfortable. Longevity may be an issue because I heard a crack when sitting down on the second day and I am by no means a heavy person. I will likely need to take steps to protect it from the elements also.