I absolutely LOVE this bench, and everyone who comes over compliments us on it! It looks great in our kitchen, and is something different than the usual counter stools. It has a perfect industrial look, and it's easy to clean. The only thing I would comment on negatively is the relatively low weight limit for a bench. While our two children can easily sit on it together, and either my husband or I can sit with one of them on it, the two of us don't feel comfortable sitting on it together. Otherwise, I highly recommend it!