I love the set! We used power tools to speed up the process and it's very sturdy. I love the finish of the wood and we are planning on using a conditioner or potentially a sealer to preserve it. I purchased an umbrella seperately and the table holds it in place without an umbrella stand. The only issue is that the leaf in the center is slightly loose.We are going to look for something to keep it more secure because we intend to leave it in all the time. Overall, I love this product and think it was definitely worth the price!