It’s nice. Large, very stuffed, and very soft! It is true to color. In my low light home I don’t see a yellow tint on it like some peoples pictures so if it showed up I’m sure it’s the lighting. But it’s a pretty cream color. The hooks btw w the Allen wrench are the hooks to keep the couch together in whatever shape I do. Once it’s used more I can imagine how much softer and comfortable it would be. I fell asleep the first night and second on it lol. I had surgery recently so it’s hard for me to get comfortable laying down. I love it. It’s also sized well that I can buy cushion covered with it. I’m 5ft4” and it sits real deep that if I sit all way back w back cushions my feet are in the air. I love it. Me and my daughter can cuddle and watch tv on it bc it’s so deep and so large! I’m grateful I got this sectional. Ii don’t know about staining etc as it’s new and I’m implementing cushion covers for it bc I have a little and am getting a puppy.