Sturdy, simple, stylish. Works well for blanket and book storage in my living room. Also is usable for extra seating, can hold average size adults. The lid stays up and won’t slam shut- bad for husbands, good for kids. Mine came with some slight wear on the edge but nothing significant that it stands out. Really like how neural the piece is and can blend in well with many different styles. Took less than 5 minutes to attach legs. I was debating between this bench and one that was a hundred dollars more expensive, happy with the quality and lower price point.