Beautiful, well constructed, and substantial piece! I am using it as a side table next to a large swivel sofa chair in my basement. Thrilled with the added bonus of being able to store games, blankets, and a host of other things inside. The lid stays open once lifted up, which is so convenient. It came well packaged with only the 4 legs to be screwed onto the base. Easy as pie. There was no chemical smell unlike what a few other reviewers have experienced. The weave is smooth and glossy with no fraying or breakage anywhere. I am VERY pleased.