the set is stunningly beautiful.! the table is sturdy. the chairs are not as sturdy as I would have hoped. I did not give it five stars because whenever the set arrived, the manufacturer tightened two screw holes too tight underneath the set where it is not seen. in doing so, it caused cracks around the screw holes. I requested and received a portion of a refund on the set if I decided to keep it. I reinforced the areas and have kept it. the set arrived on time in three seperate boxes. it was easy an assembly process. all in all, I love it.