Finding stools this high was not easy. The height was exactly what we needed for a 47-inch counter. The stools were packaged so well, they were intact. Assembly was not difficult at all. At first the swivel wasn't smooth, but after a couple of days, the stools swiveled with ease. The cushions are thick and comfortable and very easy to keep clean. We've had them for about a year and they still look like new.  These bar stools ar definitely for tall people!