I love my new bench!It arrived with no damageand I only had to screw the legs on.The lid is hinged with ample storage space inside.I ordered the sea mist color hoping the color would work in my living room with blue accents.The color is a blue/gray and is just what I was hoping for to store throws and for extra seating if needed.The longer length is just what I needed for my bay window area.I highly recommend this bench!