Yes, as most reviewers have said, it is a very sturdy , handsome , well made bench that certainly appears as if  it will last for many years to come.  However,  I was quite disappointed in its comfort level.  Unfortunately, the long lasting  quality of its solid, man made material has also sacrificed its comfort. Despite the seat part of the bench being very hard, its well designed , built in curve compensates for its inflexibility. It's the rigid and completely straight back that's responsible. Since its already been assembled, I'm going to  purchase a cushion or pillows to hopefully solve the issue. Bringing cushions in from the rain is exactly what I was trying to avoid. That, coupled with their added expense to an already pricey, 60 inch sized  is equally disappointing.