Once again it is me - the buyer that likes a touch of wrought iron. Small, hall-like laundry room. Desperate to have people be able to put down whatever they are carrying in left hand. Wall tree is immediately on the left and door opens to the right. After the door is closed,. people can hang jackets, put up hats and if they wish, slide shoes on the low shelf under the seat. The seat is sort of like stained redwood. Not bad - not great. Easy to paint any color you wish. Easy to install,no scratches, all the parts were there. I live in the warmer South but I still must have a "mud room!"