I searched for a suitable end of the bed bench for weeks before deciding on this one. I found it to be exactly as described. The single thing that sold me on this bench was the length as it almost spans the entire width of my king size bed frame. The bench does not open fully, but opens full enough for me to put my decorative pillows in at night and it has stay-open hinges until you close it. I did scotch guard the piece and haven’t had any issue with it scuffing etc., especially considering the price I recommend this one.