The sofa looks exactly like pictured, I just put it together after having it for a few weeks that was easy only 36 hex bolts. It seems sturdy the instructions said it can hold up to 550lbs. The only disappointment that I do have is that right in the middle on the front side the fabric has damage in two areas that's why I gave it 3 stars, if it was on the backside probably wouldn't bother me too much unless it was extreme. I did call the 800 number to express my concerns and ask for a partial refund was on hold for 38minutes. I will try back later