I have been looking for an attractive step stool for years. Most I have found look utilitarian and need to be hidden. Not this one! This item has a prominent place in my kitchen because the finish makes it look more like a piece of furniture than a step stool. I feel safe using it. No wobbling at all. It's tall enough to double as a seat. Assembly was not as easy as it should have been according to my husband who is quite handy.