First let me say this sofa is lower then what I thought I saw on the picture. 
With that said, it doesn’t matter, especially if you have small pets like I do. No more need for stairs for them. They can jump freely on and off the sofa. 
The cushions are washable (big plus!)

The sofa itself arrived well packed. Was easy to get out of the box. And best of all looks great and is very comfortable. 

Totally happy with this purchase.