Bought these to go with an antique wood kitchen table in our daughter's first apartment.  She was going for a sort of eclectic, antique, industrial blended vibe.  They are INCREDIBLY strong.  No worries with a huge guy sitting in one of these chairs.  The are REALLY well-made and bring the exact type of vibe into her kitchen that she was looking for.  A STEAL for the money!  HIGHLY HIGHLY recommend!