i thought it was dark brown (apparently I wasn't the only one).  The only time color was mentioned was in "overview", and it says frame color: brown.  
It's BLACK, OKAY?   BUT instead of sending it back, I bought Valspar's outdoor plastic spray paint - 3 cans, and it painted easily and BEAUTIFULLY!  You would NEVER KNOW THAT IT DIDNT COME THIS WAY.  Dries quickly and only takes a few days to cure.  So for less trouble than returning, I got exactly what I wanted.  It's a very attractive set - wish I could attach a photo.