Pros: Large with fairly good storage and counter space. Looks pretty good from distance. Solid wood used throughout.
Cons: Structural integrity is not great. Assembly is not easy, instructions are wrong in some cases. Parts fit poorly (leaf will not extend fully due to poor fit).
Although this island looks fairly nice and is functional I would not purchase this unit again. Lack of structural strength and integrity is its biggest drawback. It needs additional fastener points instead of relaying on dowels and a small number of small diameter bolts. Finish is also not consistent, some surfaces are quite poor while others are nice. There is also a strong smell of wood stain.
Okay But Not Worth The Money
Pros: Large with fairly good storage and counter space. Looks pretty good from distance. Solid wood used throughout. Cons: Structural integrity is not great. Assembly is not easy, instructions are wrong in some cases. Parts fit poorly (leaf will not extend fully due to poor fit). Although this island looks fairly nice and is functional I would not purchase this unit again. Lack of structural strength and integrity is its biggest drawback. It needs additional fastener points instead of relaying on dowels and a small number of small diameter bolts. Finish is also not consistent, some surfaces are quite poor while others are nice. There is also a strong smell of wood stain.