This little stool arrived quickly and was properly protected with packaging for the trip. Of course, I intended to use it outside on the patio (it was a beautiful sunshiny day when I ordered), but it turned very cold today, so I brought it inside. Surprise: it's very handy inside too, near the sofa to hold a cup of coffee or the TV remote. It's small, but mighty, just like a woman. I wish I had two of them now.