This item lived up to my expectations. Easy to assemble, one person could do it. I would recommend a second set of hands to move it into place, as it is a little heavy. The stain color was exactly as I wanted. My only comment would be the stain odor when I unwrapped the box was overwhelming. Kind of lingered for a couple days. Item shipped a few days before I expected it. (Bonus on the picture-That is the Smythe Tuffed Side Chair). My dining room is complete. Love it!