Great quality bench -- no rough spots/splinters, legs are even, and I think it looks better in person than it does online.  The color (of mine, at least) is more natural -- not quite so red, a tad more golden (think teak).   The wood is oiled, so I'd suggest setting the bench on top of the box it came in to assemble.  For the same reason, I'd give the bench a few days to "dry out" if you're going to sit on it.  I'm using mine as a table and for a few succulent pots so that isn't an issue.   Assembly is easy -- just screw on the legs, tool provided.  I was impressed with the packaging too.  It would take a lot of force to cause damage in transit, and I'm happy that the majority of materials are recyclable.  I would recommend!