The chaise is just as pictured, seems sturdy, is well-made, and easily assembled in 15- 30 minutes with no more than a 1/2" wrench. I love the fabric - the color is gorgeously rich and lush! It fits perfectly for the place it was intended width and length-wise but is definitely a small lady's chaise: If you are larger than my 5'5" size 10 frame, you probably find it uncomfortably small. It sits close to the floor - the seat height 14" - so if you have problems standing from a seated position, this probably isn't the best choice for you. Another reviewer mentioned replacing the legs with taller ones: I agree raising the height would do much to help it to give it less of a juvenile furniture appearance in a room full of standard-sized furniture. Overall, it is a great little chaise, especially for the cost.