I was looking for a sturdy hall tree that could be used in a bedroom to hold luggage or as a bench to put on shoes, etc.  This one was rated for 250lb, unlike many others.  However, as soon as my 190lb husband sat on it, one screw pulled out of the wooden bench and the seat tilted forward.  I will somehow need to repair that.  Additionally, one screw hole was too large for the screw, and I'll need to purchase a larger screw to finish the top shelf assembly.  I like the way it looks, and it is functionally.  With a little work I think it will be fine.... but it did/is requiring additional work.