I purchased this set to replace an older kitchen table. We have black appliances and oak cabinets. I was worried about the cherry wood in my kitchen, but it looks great. The cherry and black set is a nice compliment with my kitchen. The assembly was fairly easy. The chairs were a little more difficult than the table, but we got it done. The table and chairs are sturdy, and the chairs take up less space than my old set. The chair backs come up to your shoulders approx, so if you like a high backed chair, this isn't for you. Also, the seat of the chair is adequate for an average person, but I think the seat would be small for a larger individual. I assume as time goes on, we'll have to tighten the bolts on the chairs occasionally. Overall, I love the look, the set seems sturdy and I am happy with the purchase.