So I got one of these 4 years ago that I still have and is still fabulous, in spite of being used in the shower many times. See my original review below.I ordered another one and things did not go so well. The delivery was problematic and took a long time, and then when I finally opened the package, one of the feet was completely smashed, AND one of the two pieces that makes up the stem was missing. There was no way you could put this chair together or use it without it - and it's not a small piece!!I'm not sure if this is an Amazon problem, or a seller problem. Amazon did make it right for me, but I was really disappointed. I almost just ordered another one, because I want another one!! But now I might just get a different kind. Again, I want something for in the shower, because, 4 years later, I'm still injured. This chair is better for using in a small-ish stand-up shower than any of the other actual medical shower seats I could find. I have one of those too. I have been using my old drafting stool that I've had for 4 years at a kitchen countertop and it's great there too. Everyone likes how it looks and it doesn't have any rust or anything. I do live in a dry climate.____________This is a fabulous chair for the price. It is not as industrial-grade, heavy-duty as it might look in the pictures, but it seems solid. It's easy to put together, it elevates and descends smoothly and easily, the plastic seat and back rest look great - though they are plastic. I'm very happy with it. I am recovering from an injury/ surgery and can't put weight on my leg for about 3 months, so I needed something in the shower to sit/ perch on. This isn't made to be getting wet, so I'll see how it holds up. Most stools that are made for showers are so low, I don't understand why they're made that way, unless you're getting onto them from a wheelchair or something. With this, I can adjust the height, and I can be almost standing. It feels a lot safer than having to lower myself down to some really short stool, and it's easier to bathe, and I don't have to get the water blasted in my face the whole time I'm in the shower. The base is solid and doesn't slip. It looks stylish, so I'm hoping it's still in good shape when I'm recovered and I can just use it as a cool, extra chair in my place.