I purchased this to put on our outdoor uncovered deck.  We live on a lake and needed a space for life jackets, outdoor pillows, towels, etc.  First, it's huge and can hold an amazing amount of stuff!  Second, it's beautiful and very sturdy.  It will come in handy as an extra seating area if I ever need that.  But most importantly and the reason for 5 stars, it is water proof.  I waited to review this item but I've had it for almost 4 months now and we've had a ton of rain but everything inside has stayed dry.  I did put one of the DampRid buckets inside the box to keep even moist air from mildewing the contents.  The crystals will partially solidify but no water ever accumulates inside.   Hubby said is was easy to put together as well.  Great value.