This is a sturdy bench.  However, the assembly instructions were incorrect, as others have mentioned.  It took a while, but my husband was able to assemble it properly.  It did arrive with a gouge in the bottom panel; however, since it is inside the storage compartment, I decided to keep the bench.  It is definitely an off-white, not white as advertised.  Overall, I am happy with it and feel the value fits the price.