Some mixup as to what i purchased since I purchased them as a clearance item.  It sold them in pairs, but when I didn't receive my 2 pairs of counter stools, customer service informed me that when they are priced as clearance, they are usually priced as individual items instead of being sold in a pair even though it may describe as a pair.  I was told it would be ok to assemble them, as the rest of the order would be on its way, but then told I had received all of my order.  Customer service did compromise, but I wish I had just not assembled them and returned the 2 I got.  Beware when you purchase a clearance item sold 'in a pair'.  I have purchased from Wayfair many times, and this is the only time I have had any problems.  I'm usually very happy with the value and quality of items I purchase here.