Ordered this to use at the foot of my bed. Room is farmhouse inspired and the fabric on the bench looks like burlap in color and texture but is much softer and works well in the room. However, the finish on the wood looks like it's been painted and streaked with white. This was not a stain on the wood with white washing, it's like a flat paint with white streaks.  Only opened the box to peak at the fabric and was surprised to see how the wood was finished. If I keep this, I will repaint with a chalk paint and then rub antiquing wax on it to give it the look I want.  Not sure many people would like the finish as is....