I love the way the leaf is stored inside the table. HOWEVER, I did not expect the chairs and table legs to look like they were shabby chic. I wanted them to look NEW. I will say that I have 5 adult children, there spouses, and their children who live close by and these chairs are holding up very well. These chairs would look nice in your home if you like the shabby chic look. I like them, just not what I expected and don't go with the rest of my furniture.