As for the chairs/ottoman... I like (not love) them. The back of the chairs is super low, you absolutely can NOT lean your head back at all... it comes to your mid back. I was looking for something cozy, that you could almost cuddle up in and read a book. The cushions should do well outside but they are VERY hard and not super comfortable. The ottoman cushion does not have any type of ties or velcro to keep it in place on the ottoman (the chairs do have these features). All in all... not thrilled at all with this purchase, for for the price (over $1,600).