I wanted a single kitchen counter chair with a back that was not made of fabric. This is a nice item. It doesnt look cheap, it was shipped quickly, packaged well. The instructions were missing but I was able to receive a pdf by email that day, so very good customer service. Assembly was not hard but the screws are a bit challenging in their location. The seat is narrow, and I am a 125 pound female, so I was surprised. The stool is fine for a quick break, meal, chat, but certainly that's about the extent. I wanted to use it to read at my counter...not so sure, but that is my personal experience and doesnt reflect on the product for its intended purpose.