We actually ordered the Dining Set in stark white and cherry, but we received the set in buttermilk and cherry. Our carpet is a brown-tone Mustang Sally carpet that has similar lighter tones in it that the buttermilk works with. So we were happy with the purchase. Most importantly, the set is a nice looking set of solid wood. The cherry finish is beautiful. We decided to put a light-weight plastic "tablecloth" over it, so we could see the beautiful cherry table top. I prefer wood furniture from Viet Nam, because its always sturdy, usually solid wood, and better made than many other wood products for the price.