This table is a great size for my studio apartment, I got it in white to blend in with my white walls and help keep the space looking bigger than it is.  I have it against the wall with 3 chairs and its roomy enough for everyone to eat comfortably. I think 4 would be a bit of a squeeze. The box is HEAVY - I had my brother carry it and he was able to do it himself, but I struggled with it.  Assembly was a snap, took about 10 minutes tops, because it's white stains tend to show but are easily wiped off, love this table!