This table and chairs is beautiful. I was concerned about storing the leaf but examined pictures carefully and thought it looked like it dropped down under the table.I wasn't disappointed! It stores right under the table and when you need to change size you pull  apart a little and up it pops or down it goes. Very easy to re-size. Umbrella stays in place while adjusting.  This info should be in the add!  Worth every cent.  Love it!