The bench is perfect although the packaging needs to be improved.  The box is 6 ft. long and very heavy.  There is only one band at one end and only tape to hold the other end.  The box arrived damaged with a hole in the box and the tape was not attached any more so entire end was open.  One of the slats on the bench was broken in two.  Customer service was very helpful and shipped another box out right away which arrived in time for Christmas.  I'm sad to say the same packaging problem happened.  Only one band and the rest taped which again had loosened and was open.  No damage this time and I love the bench.  Manufacturer needs to be aware of how this is packaged.  Put a band at each end!!!!!