My wife and I purchased this stool to use at home, of course, but also with the idea of being able to take it with us on vacation (just in case the hotel furniture might not be sturdy enough or if it was somewhat below our sanitary standards). As we unboxed the stool, it was obvious that this is incredibly sturdy! The elastic straps that form the seat are very thick and actually are like 4 straps layered together to make one thick strap. The whole thing is simple to put together, but it will most likely require two to assemble. Those seat straps are strong, and so we need one of us to pull it, so there is some slack and another to fit the metal frame together. Rest assured that once assembled, it isn't accidentally coming apart, no matter how enthusiastic of a lover you may be! We haven't really used it as a queening stool yet; our favorite usage is to help my wife ride me a bit more rhythmically and to get a good speed going without getting too sore. It has been a fun addition to our bedroom, and occasionally a hotel room!