I bought four of these in black for my kitchen. There were no pre-drilled holes, so i needed to do that on my own. So make sure you are some what proficient in drilling or get someone who is. One seat cracked when i was drilling it together, so that one we don't use very often (I could have returned it I guess, but I knew it would be the  extra one). After all the work to put them together, they are great looking. They are heavy and solid which makes them feel very expensive. I have not had a problem with any chipping or scratches (except on the walls when people are rude and are not careful when moving the chairs). Great pieces for the price. Very much worth it.