Looks just as pictured, very sturdy, firm but there's cushion (it's not like sitting on a rock), low to ground as the measurements show, came very well packed but there is a dirty/greasy hand print on one arm (it's the arm I put near the window so no one will see it). Quality control is often not the strong suit for many of these furniture manufacturers. I bought the sky neutral which is a very nice beige. It's perfect for where I have it and I'm delighted I bought it on sale!