Friends, I'm not gonna lie to you--this couch was a beast to get up to my 5th floor walk-up apartment, and I had a few hiccups with assembly even though I'm, like, really good at drinking and assembling inexpensive furniture at the same time in small spaces. That said, once I got this bad boy up the stairs and assembled, I couldn't be more pleased with the purchase. The seating is firm but comfortable (back rest is a bit more firm than the seat, which is a bit more springy), the color and look of the couch are very nice, and the discounted price can't be beat. Get the couch. And then get a friend--maybe one you're willing to lose over carrying 100+ lb boxes up narrow stairs--to help you get it up to your apartment.