I'd like to give this ottoman five stars because it's very functional, comfortable and attractive, but a few flaws knock it down to three stars. Most significantly, after about six months of use and only being opened a few times, the internal pressure hinge has fallen out of the wood, which is stripped. Another concern is that the fabric pills very easily, so where people might prop up their feet is quite evident on the top of the piece. Despite all that, this ottoman looks great and adds some nice storage in my living room.