It definitely looks good but that is incredibly deceptive.  Over the years, I've put together dozens upon dozens of bookshelves, tables, desks, etc., so I am very handy with directions, tools, and just figuring out how parts work together. However, the directions for this were not helpful - especially because the parts were mislabeled. Moreover, the screws don't seem to be right fit because they don't drill far enough in to make the stool stable; it's wobble city.  I'm not sending them back because I actually do like the quality of the wood, and with different screws I can make it work.  But overall, if I knew I had to do this much for them, I could've just gone to Home Depot and got the materials myself - or bought a similar product from another company.  So much for convenience.

Pros: durable finish
Cons: horrible assembly