I love this ottoman.  There is plenty of room to store stuff.  Currently I have 4 throw blankets in there & 3 baby blankets for my chihuahua.  Also it is easy to lift the top off & put back on.  The color is black, but comes off as dark brown when the sun shines in the room??? Weird.  Overall, good quality & looks classy with the long wood legs.  Very happy with this purchase.