this is 'cute' and was simple to put together, but not nearly as sturdy as I expected.  I am a large man, 6'4" 230 lbs and it feels like it will break if i sit on it.  My kids can sit on it no problem but it is not high quality.  i would not buy again or have bought if I'd have known this considering i wanted something by the front door that could be sat on whilst putting on shoes