Our house has extra high countertops and this stool is the only stylish option that allows our little one to reach the bathroom sink safely. We love the color choices and the rougher finish on the steps helps to prevent slipping, especially when there is spilled water. It wipes down easily though. I added a non-skid strip to the bottom to keep it from sliding on the bathroom tile that I would have liked to see on the product in some fashion to begin with (like a rubber sole maybe). Other than that, it was a fair price for a high quality product that was easy to assemble.