This ottoman arrived 2 days before expected the week before Christmas!  It was amazingly well packed and arrived in perfect condition. I am using it as a coffee table/ottoman in front of a love seat.  Great for using as a table with a serving tray as well as ottoman for sitting in front of the fireplace. Storage is great for throws.  Very sturdy and comfortable as extra seating.  Could be used in different ways in several other rooms!  Color is a parchment white which blends with most colors and has a linen look to the fabric.