Sturdy construction on the legs. The divider in the storage area was loose when the bench arrived, which is not a make-it/break-it for the use, and the ribbon holding up the lid is held together with one staple - about what you would expect for the price.  But the "coating" has a terrible smell, and my hands had a mild reaction when putting it together. Had to wash the bench thoroughly and leave it outside for several days before having it in my home.