I was long overdue for a new kitchen table. I have a good size kitchen area, so I needed a dinning table to accommodate the space. The challenge was to find something I like and affordable. I couldn't tell from the picture, how nice the table & chairs really show. But I took a chance and bought the table ,6 chairs (no arm chairs) along with 2 matching countertop stools. I assembled them myself without any problems and without hubby's help.... although he did supervise while he drank a glass of wine. I liked the lines, inlay and color of the table. I wasn't crazy about the ivory seats, so I bought some fabric that I really liked , scotch guarded it and while I was at it , I had my neighborhood upholstery guy place some thick cushion and support . Wow... the look went from nice to beautiful. I've had the furniture for a almost 5 months now and have had a few tiny nicks show up from the grandkids playing at the table. I have never owned dark furniture before, but a friend told me to take a brown sharpie to the nick ... unbelievable it blended right in. I hope this table holds up as long as my old one did. Although, you really couldn't see nicks on light colored wood ... so we will see.