I was a bit nervous about "buttermilk" as a color.  I never liked buttermilk so other than white I just couldn't place it.  The buttermilk tones down the cherry nicely, I am so glad I bought this set.  Honestly this is a quality set and it is just what I wanted!  It was easy to put together too.  My only concern is the washers, they sent all one size and I hope this will work out.  They sent small washers and the instructions said to use both sizes.  If only small is ok please let me know.