While I didn't notice the weight restriction when I ordered it the instructions made it clear ; maximum weight 180 lbs.  My intention was to use this at my table and place the bench in a nook and push the table up to it., I now realize I cannot , for example  put 3 seventy pound kids there even though it is certainly wide enough, and no adult in our household fits in the required maximum weight.  That being said, I can still put 2 of my grandchildren on it, it looks GREAT !  The box did not appear to have been opened and resealed, however the little packet with the screws had been torn open and was loose in the box, fell out and scattered all over the floor. When all had been gathered up, there are still 2 of the tiny black screws missing.  As soon as I can get to the hardware store to replace the missing screws, I can put it in place which I am really looking forward to. I would recommend it to a friend with the caveat of the weight restriction.