These chair are nice looking. The wooden seats are dark chocolate brown. Stain is not necessarily even on the chair seat. 1of the 4 seats needed sanding - it was rough. The chair is solid. The seat is small. If you have a broader backside and you sit far back in chair the side of the chair put pressure on your hips. Fine for sitting for dinner but would need a cushion for a night of cards. Chairs are stackable - perfect. Excellent for extended family gatherings. Worth the purchase.