It looks amazing on my recently painted house. It has a nice glossy finish, which really sets it off. Mailbox depth is about 4 inches deep. So where as before with my previous, "thin" mailbox almost all of my daily mail fits. My mail is staying dryer than my previous one. I'm extremely happy with this mailbox and do not hesitate to say so. This would make the best house warming gift for the new couple. It's a win win!!!