Upholstery is "bench-made" - using some of the finest Italian leather combined with the best designed leather match material available Only solid hardwood products are used in the frame construction. All corners are "blocked", nailed, and glued for strength and durability. All of the seats and backs are high density (1.7) foam to give comfort and support Only heavy gauge steel is used for comfortable seat and back support. Legs are made of polished chrome plated steel - good for years of carefree use .