I had looked for a long time at bar stools. All I could find in my area were metal or wrought iron stools. I did not won't metal (even with the rubber caps) because they will ruin a wood floor or scratch a brick floor.These are so pretty the wood is so rich looking. The price was great for the type of stool these are. My husband said these were idiot proof to put together.SO EASY, just read the instructions as he said.They are gorgeous!!!!! MUCH NICER than the picture. They are a rich reddish cherry wood with a darker trim. Really am glad I chose these for the price....Only time will tell how they hold up.