We are using these counter stools around the pool bar in our vacation rental home. They are very solid, strong, easy to move around and comfortable for folks who want to sit at the bar counter in a wet bathing suit after a swim. They definitely do not need cushions. They also self level nicely on a slightly uneven tile floor. Based on my experience so far, I would highly recommend them. We are in Florida so one thing I did right out of the box was wipe them down with a damp cloth sprayed with 303 Protectant to help with the UV. It is a marine / aerospace protectant that I also use on my boat and it really helps to eliminate any sun fade. Delivery from Wayfair was very fast and effortless.