This ottoman is beautiful and and sturdy. It is everything that the picture and description shows. The lid of this unit has hinges that dont allow it to slam down when closing, making it safe for childrens fingers. It is of good size, allowing two adults to use it at once, which is why I bought it. I would have given it four stars, but my only complaint is the fabric. It is too early to tell though. It seems to stretch a little and does not return to its original form, leaving indentations of ones heel in it. It does flatten back eventually. Time will tell.