I needed a set with at least 6 chairs for entertaining. I also needed it to be affordable. This one did both. I read reviews on other 7 piece sets and became wary of the tables not being large enough for 6 chairs. Several sets had the legs slightly inset from the edges of the table preventing two chairs being used at the same time on the longer sides. This would have completely negated having 6 chairs. This sets legs sit at the very corners allowing for all 6 chairs to be used at the same time. I love the richness of the color of the wood. Assembly can be time consuming. Allow most of an afternoon for this one!