It's nice enough for a breakfast nook. but.. up close.. the paint job was poor. several areas without paint at all. also, many "nicks" and/or dings in the various pieces. one seat bottom was cracked (at the joint of two pieces bonded together). will need to return/replace. i did see comments about that before we purchased. so, guess i'm adding to that. again, overall, nice enough for where we're putting it. but, i wouldn't say i'd put it anywhere where a "formal" room would be need something. price is very good for what you get.