It is difficult to buy a piece of furniture without seeing it "in person". But this table, with it's simple lines and pretty color, is perfect in our home. We had counter-high stools which we used at our kitchen island, but we weren't really comfortable sitting side by side. Now we have this sleek table close to the island, with our existing stools, and it is perfect. We can talk, watch TV and read the paper while we have breakfast or lunch. The table was very easy to assemble.