Thomas Cast Aluminum Dark Gold 3-piece Bistro Set

Buyer beware: I was looking for the chair sitting are to be larger than 14"-15" in diameter (that's how most of the bistro sets designed) because my husband is not a small man and I am not a small-frame woman. The description for the chair measurements stated that it's 17" in diameter, which made me to buy it. Unfortunately, when I got the set, sitting are measured barely 15". It's not Overstock fault, they were provided measurements by the manufacturer, but if this issue is deciding point in purchasing, as it was for me, just be aware.

• How did the color on site compare with the actual product? matches
• Please tell us about the quality of the product. good
• How accurate was the on site description of the product? pretty close except chair sitting part

Box was slighty damaged upon receipt. However contents were well packed and protected with bubble wrap and styrofoam so nothing was damaged. All parts for assembly were in the box and well marked. Table and chair bolts in separate small bags clearly marked. Assembly instuction where clear and easily understood. Instuctions stated I should have 4 longer studs for seat back attachment but all studs were same size. All were 30 mm none were 35 mm. I was still able to assemble the seats. Only one seat needed leveling with adjustable feet after assembly. Set looks exactly as pictured and is very sturdy. However, be advised set is NOT all cast aluminum. Seat bottoms,seat backs, and table top are aluminum. All table and chair legs appear to be cast iron. the became apparent during assembly based on weight of the pieces. Also verified with a magnet which should not be attracted to aluminum but obviously was attracted and stuck to all legs. This is suppose to be an outdoor bistro set and now I'm concerned about corrosion due some parts being cast iron. Overall very satisfied with my purchase. Will have to monitor set for corrosion as usage progresses.

• How did the color on site compare with the actual product? Exact Match
• Please tell us about the quality of the product. Very good Quality
• How accurate was the on site description of the product? Very Good. Set not completely Cast Aluminum

The seats are comfortable and sturdy, even without a cushion. It fits nicely on my balcony, and is a great place to sit and enjoy morning coffee, listening to the birds.

• How did the color on site compare with the actual product? Even better than expected
• Please tell us about the quality of the product. Looks rich
• How accurate was the on site description of the product? Very precise

I bought this after reading the reviews and was anticipating a high quality product. What I received was a disappointment. Not very heavy/sturdy, although chairs are advertised as weight rated to accommodate 250lbs they are rather smallish. Assembly easy enough, but fasteners are made of very soft metal and some are not properly formed so they could not be attached securely with screwdriver as intended. One of the seat bottoms did not have pre-drilled holes for chair back, I had to drill myself, which was not too hard because it turns out the material is very soft. some parts mislabled and instructions refer to parts not included and are not as clear as they should be. Legs do not sit level once attached, even with adjustment peg set to extreme max. Bought this to replace a set we have had for 14 years, but based on the fit, finish and overall quality of this product, do not expect it to last even half that long.

• How did the color on site compare with the actual product? as shown
• Please tell us about the quality of the product. Not as expected, not very good
• How accurate was the on site description of the product? description accurate, reviews misleading