Wonderful bench.  It was packaged securely.  It is solid and has a clean fresh look to it.  The gray color is not heavy so you can see some of the natural markings of the wood, which I like.  I so wanted to give it 5 stars.  But, one of the legs was put together wrong causing it to be shorter then the other and uneven so the bolts wouldn't line up.  We were able to shave a little wood off and make a few adjustments, so the leg could be attached securely (although it is still shorter then the other (making it wobbly).  Quick trip to the hardware store and  we will be able to add something to even it out.  Even with the leg issue, we would order again.   Love the bench.