I really love this bench. I got the cream color, and it works perfectly for my daughter's bedroom. We keep stuffed animals inside. The top is very cushioned. Only drawback at first was that the inside of it had a distinct "furniture" smell when it arrived. I was concerned about this because i was planning to keep stuffed animals in it, and i didn't want them to smell too. So, I tried airing it out, sprinkling baking soda, spritzing vinegar. I also put some laundry scent beads inside for a little while. I did this over the course of a week or two before putting the stuffed animals inside. The smell has diminished. I have had this for several months, and the smell isn't a problem for me anymore. I can still smell it a little if I stick my head in and sniff. Overall, the quality and construction are great. Great addition to my daughter's bedroom that I anticipate will be useful for years and years.