Classical case of looks can be deceiving.  built quality reflects the price, you get what you pay, the back are 1 by1 nailed together with very thin plywood then upholstered, i'm afraid the will snap every time i accidentally knock into them, the cushions are the worst feature with this sectional, anytime now the metal springs, YES METAL SPRINGS will be coming through the thin sponge and material, they are very uncomfortable, from the new they were uncomfortable, the only thing i like are the side and back cushions that's all.