I was looking for a sturdy/comfortable table that would fit in a small space. My dining room area is approximately 10x11 feet and this table fits perfectly in that space with plenty of room to get around it. Assembly was definitely a two person job and it took us a good hour and a half or so because you have to put together the chairs as well as the legs of the table but it was simple and straight forward. The chairs are the most surprising - we're larger people and wanted something that seemed like it wouldn't turn into kindling after some use and these chairs are very comfortable and very sturdy. We've had this table for about two weeks and have noticed no issues with it what so ever.