This dining set is very cute, but not sturdy. We had no issues with shipping damage or parts missing, but one of our chairs did splinter in half beyond repair after a guest leaned back in it. I wouldn't recommend this dining set for a family with kids or if anyone may be a little rough on the chairs. The top of the table is very easily scratched as well. Otherwise it is easy to clean, the padded chairs are comfortable, and it was relatively simple to put together (but took a long time, according to my husband).