Beautifully finished, substantial, solid wood--with heavy duty brass fittings connected by a stabilizing bar--leads me to think this will last for many, many years, and keep its good looks for a long time, unlike the veneer seats I've purchased in the past. (It's actually more nicely made than some of the "real" furniture in my house...) The shiny finish (almost like a resin sealer) cleans like a dream, so it's pretty carefree as well, and the fingerprints I imagined would be a problem on such a surface don't seem to be much of an issue.  The color is a deep, rich, reddish brown, and the item looks just as it's pictured online. This was an easy upgrade for the bathroom, making a big impact for a relatively small investment.  

Pros: Durable, heavy duty, beautiful finish, easy to clean, very well-made, nice hardware, excellent value
Cons: none