This is a fabulous set for the price! It is comfortable and sturdy, and a nice "in-between" size/scale. The color is sophisticated and modern, greige-ish. The cushions are nice/minimal but the chairs are fine without them too. The covers unzip and wash well. Eventually, I might make a more substantial cushion just for a more luxe look and feel but I couldn't have been happier with anything comparable for less than triple this price. However, I would agree with the other reviewers in terms of assembly, THIS IS A VERY TRICKY SET TO ASSEMBLE. As others suggested, the key is to only screw everything in VERY loosely to start, then tighten all around. Be very careful to line the bolts up as straight as possible to prevent stripping the heads and ruining the threads. I can easily see how assembly was a disastrous nightmare for some...

Overall, for a patient or handy person on a tight budget, 5 enthusiastic stars!!