I've used this patio set all summer of 2019 and kept it under a gazebo so it's not always (but still is to a certain point) exposed to sun and rain This set has to be assembled. The assembly is not too difficult but some screws were harder than others to align but nothing major. The look makes me feel like we're on vacation all summer long. Some mid-size guests complain that the height of the chair is a bit low making it uncomfortable for their back. That doesn't seem to bother taller or shorter people though. Hoping to be using it for many years to come.