I shopped online for a hallway storage bench that I could use to store shoes, dog leashes, hats, gloves, etc., and give myself a place to sit while putting on my shoes to go walk my dogs.  I wanted something made of solid wood and that was sturdy.  This bench fills those requirements, and more.  I have never purchased a product that assembled so easily.  The pieces were even numbered.  It took me about 45 minutes to complete by myself.  So easy, "even a caveman could do it."