Our first Suncast deck box performed so well that we recently purchased a second one for some additional cushions I was storing in the attic for the winter.  The box kept our cushions totally dry with no moldy smell, etc.  I was pleasantly surprised that the cushions came out of the box in the Spring in the same great shape they went in the previous fall.  We did not see a drop of water in the box.  The box took my husband about an hour to put together and is very sturdy.  You could use this deck box for seating if needed.  The box would be very useful to protect any items from the elements or just for storage and organization.  Our first one has been on our deck in CT for over a year and looks like new.  Definitely recommend.