These are a perfect addition to my bar-height counter area.  I have six (really expensive) Amish-made stools with backs, but wanted extra stools for large get-togethers.  These were a really close match to the "java" finish on my current stools, and were a fraction of the price.  It took me an evening to put them together, no rush, and they assembled with no issues (other than a broken fingernail). I added round felt pads to the legs because they are on a hard floor.  I liked the first two so much, I purchased two more!