I really struggled with a bar stool decision while we renovated our kitchen. Husband wanted fabric, I didn't, he want swivel, I didn't... In the end we are both VERY happy with my decision. These chairs go beautifully with our decor. Friends came to visit and the word they used to describe the chairs was "sturdy." They are much sturdier than I expected them to be and surprisingly comfortable. We haven't eaten dinner at our kitchen table since these arrived! Assembly was a breeze. Once I got the first one together, I was able to blow through the others. I opted to use a drill instead of the allen wrench & screw driver and it went even quicker.