I waited 18 months to write this review.
PROS:
When we remodeled our small kitchen in December 2018 I really wanted a butcher countertop island, but the quote we got was in thousands.
1) We were glad to find the right size and color here in for under a thousand.
2) My husband said it took him less than an hour to put it together.
3) There are six holes to choose and adjust the shelves. Storage space in the cabinet shelves are good for a couple of salad bowls, 9x12 Pyrex dishes, a dozen regular size mugs, stemless wine glasses, and my collection of assorted seldom used kitchen tools like the egg beater, potato masher, and salad serving set.
4) The exterior shelves // also with 6 holes to choose height // are good for displaying my decorative bowls and tea sets.
5) The two drawers // also about 20 deep // can hold cutlery, office supplies, first aid kit, etc.
6) Its easy to clean. I simply use a damp washcloth to remove dust and dirt. An all/purpose/cleaner took care of the eraser smudge where I tried to clean a pencil scratch.
7) Its easy to use: the cabinet doors have magnets but are easy to open, the drawers slides in and out smoothly.
CONS: Flaws are minor considering the price.
1) There are gaps and imperfections in the joints, but really only if you take a close look.
2) The distressed effect looks phony, especially the uniform nail pattern.
3) The leaf is not strongly supported so its best not to lean on it. For this reason we dont put anything heavy on that side of the island.
4) This is personal: were mildly disappointed that its not as white as our kitchen cabinets and refrigerator, but more like egg shell or very light cream hue (see color).
Overall we are pleased with it and love getting compliments from guests. I hope Homestyle will make a buffet table of the same color to match.
Good Value for Money
I waited 18 months to write this review. PROS: When we remodeled our small kitchen in December 2018 I really wanted a butcher countertop island, but the quote we got was in thousands. 1) We were glad to find the right size and color here in for under a thousand. 2) My husband said it took him less than an hour to put it together. 3) There are six holes to choose and adjust the shelves. Storage space in the cabinet shelves are good for a couple of salad bowls, 9x12 Pyrex dishes, a dozen regular size mugs, stemless wine glasses, and my collection of assorted seldom used kitchen tools like the egg beater, potato masher, and salad serving set. 4) The exterior shelves // also with 6 holes to choose height // are good for displaying my decorative bowls and tea sets. 5) The two drawers // also about 20 deep // can hold cutlery, office supplies, first aid kit, etc. 6) Its easy to clean. I simply use a damp washcloth to remove dust and dirt. An all/purpose/cleaner took care of the eraser smudge where I tried to clean a pencil scratch. 7) Its easy to use: the cabinet doors have magnets but are easy to open, the drawers slides in and out smoothly. CONS: Flaws are minor considering the price. 1) There are gaps and imperfections in the joints, but really only if you take a close look. 2) The distressed effect looks phony, especially the uniform nail pattern. 3) The leaf is not strongly supported so its best not to lean on it. For this reason we dont put anything heavy on that side of the island. 4) This is personal: were mildly disappointed that its not as white as our kitchen cabinets and refrigerator, but more like egg shell or very light cream hue (see color). Overall we are pleased with it and love getting compliments from guests. I hope Homestyle will make a buffet table of the same color to match.