These are perfect for what I bought them for. They had a slight smell to them that was not unpleasant when I first opened the box, I think it had to do with the heat in the box while on the delivery truck but once I put them where I wanted them the smell was gone. They are a little duller in person but still look very nice under my coffee table which is a darker wood. They seem to be good quality wise but I have 3 young children so only time will tell. All in all i'm glad I made this purchase and am very satisfied while the product. Would buy more later on.