We live in Central Alberta so I wanted to find a patio set that could handle the variety of weather and temperatures that get thrown at us.  The set came in 7 huge boxes and just needed to be unpacked and clipped together.  I managed to clip the pieces together myself and it took us no time to set it up.  The set is comfortable.  The backs are low but the pillows are firm enough and tall enough that you don’t really notice.  I held off reviewing for a bit and today we had a freezing rain system pass through and then the sun came out.  I was pleased to see the water just sitting on top of the fabric not soaking in so I think it will do well in the weather.