These stools are good enough for the price. The color is the exact brown i was looking for...deep brown but not appearing black. I bought them for a space that my three sons will be using with friends. It's not super comfortable, a bit stiff, but does the job. They can be a little tricky to assemble so that they are flush and don't wobble. But after the first one we learned how to do it. I'm hoping they hold up to the wear and tear of the kids. Will keep you posted.