Purchased in April 2023 for event space at my boutique Inn in Eastern Maryland. I was really happy with the bench initially and planned to purchase more, however, 10 months later bench rated for outdoor use is breaking up and past the point of a return or refund. I will need to send it to the dump. Being a business owner, I am very careful about leaving less than 5-star reviews, however, this being rated for outdoor use and not living in a very harsh climate, I am very disappointed and will need to find alternatives. May be fine for sheltered spaces ??