This bench turned out to be the exact size I was looking for to use inside the front door without drawing a lot of attention to itself. It is sturdy. It could be a little heavier to keep it from moving around while in use, however any bench this size and not bolted down will tend to move a bit over time. Overall I am quite happy with it. If I use it without worrying that it could break or something or cause it to move then it is exactly what I was looking for, especially for the price.