I certainly can't complain about this stool for the price.  It is very sturdy and I love the looks of it.  The masonite seat, however, does not wear well.  In just a few days it was all scuffed up.  After putting MANY coats of clear polyurethane on the seats, they are now great.  The masonite absorbs quite a bit, so it took about 6 coats.  But they look like they will hold up much better now.