I had been keeping an eye out on this counter height dining set for over a year. I wanted to replace the old glass one because my taste has changed and I just don't like the old set that I had. I wanted a counter height set for the morning room next to the kitchen because it has a tall ceiling. I also have a traditional height set in the formal dining room, so I wanted something different for everyday, casual family dining. This set met all my expectations. I love how the wood doesn't look like it's brand new, but rather has time-worn characteristics. The only thing about the table that I don't like is the grooves where very small food particles can get stuck, so you have to use a brush to clean in between the grooves.