[...] assembled easily with the exception of one where one of the holes for the bolts to hold the seat on the frame was not aligned properly.  The remaining three bolts are holding the seat satisfactorily so I left the fourth bolt out.  The stools are as sturdy as could be expected for the style and even my 300 pound husband is comfortable in them. We have been using them every day at our kitchen bar, the only eating spot besides the formal dining room in our home, and they appear to be holding up well.