It looks nice and just like in the picture.  Now that it is all assembled I'm happy with it.  But similar to many reviews, it was difficult for even my super handy husband to put together.  He has assembled a ton of furniture without difficulty and said this had some of the most poorly made pieces (nothing fit appropriately) and the worst directions ever.  Also, a piece must have broken off during shipping.  I'm lucky he could make it work and nail it back but it's frustrating to have an issue and no easy way to return or exchange.  I only bought this after reading other reviews knowing my husband would be the one to assemble it.  Had I needed to be the one to assemble it, I would have ended up wasting enough money as I'll bet it would never have ended up as a functional and nice appearing entry way bench.