Perfect! These stools were just what we were looking for. I was searching all over for some nice stools to sit at our counter but not come up over the top of the counter. The backs of these stools come just below the counter top and do not obstruct my view from my kitchen into my living room where I like to look at our wood burning insert during the cold months. They are sturdy and we like the fact that they swivel making it easy to get in and out of the chair, especially for our children.