Received the bench and haven't fallen in absolute love yet.  It was well packaged however and is a black sturdy metal that was simple to connect and put together.  It actually is bigger then I expected and almost feels generic looking.  The scrollwork on the back was what sold me on this bench but little did I know it would feel so bumpy and hard on my back.  Most likely will need outdoor cushions for absolute comfort.  The good thing is I think it would be relatively easy to spray paint if I wanted to add a layer of bronze on it.  Overall, a great price for a good product.