The set is very pretty.  It took us about 2.5 hours to assemble.  I am very disappointed because after we put it together we noticed the table is five inches taller than a standard table of 30 inches.  I had planned to use the chairs as extras with my formal dining table, but they are too tall.  It is noted the table is 35 inches tall, but the set is presented as a regular dining set and it does not look taller than a standard table in the picture.  I think they should point out the table is counter height and not a standard dining table height.  I cannot begin to think how I could get the pieces back in the boxes to return it even if I was willing to spend the hours to unassemble the set to return it.