I ordered 4 stools in antique yellow; they have a matte finish with distressing and blue paint splatters. The picture doesn't do the finish any justice. I used to work at the largest bar stool seller in the midwest and these are as good of quality/finish as custom made stools that go for hundreds each. The stools are very sturdy, but light enough to easily lift and stack. They could be an inch shorter for counter height dining but I have found this problem with the last few sets of counter stools I've had(or my friends have had). I really recommend these for a modern/industrial look that is good enough for HGTV!