This bench is elegant, yet it fits with any decor! I was worried that it's lines were too modern for our farmhouse, but it looks perfect at the foot of our antique mahogany sleigh bed! The cushion is firm! I really needed a piece to sit on in our bedroom and this is perfect for getting dressed and putting on shoes. The only way you could improve it would be to have it recovered in linen. My husband thinks the fabric is "cheap," but I think it will wear well so I'm very happy with it. The wood looks rich too! 

Pros: Firm cushion, durable fabric, good finish on the wood.
Cons: None