I got this step stool in blue and while I love the pop of color the stool appeared to have been slightly used; think scuff marks on one side and a little dirt on the top.  I chose not to return it because the item itself it functional and not seriously damaged.  Would I have preferred a brand new, unscuffed step stool - sure.  But let's face it, this step stool works and, when not in use, sits between my stove and refrigerator.  At the end of the day, I really don't care about the scuff marks.