I ordered two of these stools. The box was quite large, but the packaging was amazing! You will want to curse at the company as you unwrap styrofoam and plastic, however, they did an amazing job of protecting both the seats and the bases. Really impressed! Putting these together was a bit harder than it should have been - mostly because the screws are short and it is very difficult to catch the thread. I thought about getting longer screws but persevered and they do work. Might help to screw them in without the washer first - to figure out placement - then try. Once you get one in on each side it is easier - but t can take some time. Other than that it was very easy!! These look gorgeous and they truly are just what I was looking for. Will post a photo if I clean off the counter :-)

Two of the stools were riper