The 36 inch bench ,shoe and coat storage has nice space. I like that it's not too big in depth, I did use a basket to put my kids winter hats and gloves while using side basket for gloves. We use it for book bags too..hardest part putting together was the very center peice, the 4 long lock screws were a pinch to short (photo)and would not lock but once all was put together it stayed and shouldn't be moving. The not real wood is thin. Over all it works great for storage