This is a well constructed deck box! It has been through several rain/wind storms and kept the lid on and cushions dry. I am storing seat and back cushions for 6 patio dining chairs and they fit perfectly. There is even a little extra room for a couple of small kid toys and a watering can. The lid has nice pistons to keep it from shutting on kids fingers, and once you close it, it stays closed. There is a place to lock the box with a padlock (we aren't using one). Technically I don't think you are supposed to sit on the slightly curved lid, but my kids do (it is too tall to be an actual bench). We live on the edge of town near open farmland, and it gets very windy. I'm surprised, but delighted, this box hasn't budged an inch or had the top flap open even once. It has a wicker look in the photo but it is actually a solid resin piece with texture on the outside (not woven). It is attractive enough to have front and center on our deck next to our outdoor dining.