We love this bench. I have looked online and or in person at probably 50 or more benches. So many have weight limit of 200-300lbs, which sounds crazy to me when it’s a bench for TWO. Anyway, this holds up to 500lbs and it feels that sturdy. It’s very beautiful, nice design, and perfect as additional seating on our screened in porch. I put it together myself, very easy. I’m a lady over 70! If I can do, you can do it. Lol