I couldn't be happier with the bench. I was looking for a bench to use in our bedroom. We recently bought a new bedroom set. It is white with the plantation look with the shutters.It matches perfectly. My husband didn't have any trouble putting it together, he never reads the instructions. The bench is a perfect place to store our sweaters. Pros: As I mentioned it matches our white bedroom set perfectly. The shipping was very prompt.Cons: I have nothing to say negatively about the chest.