Arrived quickly and were packed well.  Assembly directions were easy to follow and all the necessary hardware was included.  It took my husband about 15 minutes to put each one together.  I chose the Espresso finish.  It is almost black, a little darker than I had imagined, but it still works well with my decor.  Love the backless style!  They push up under the bar for a very clean look.  Best of all, they are sturdy and comfortable.  If you're looking for an inexpensive, sturdy barstool, you won't be disappointed with these!