I really love my bench! The color is a little darker than the picture but I already knew that from reading the other reviews.
My husband didnt have any problems putting it together as some others have stated. I did have to help him hold the lid when he put the screws in the hinges and support bar, but it wasnt really that difficult. That was the only time it became a 2 person job. We got this shortly before Christmas and everyone has commented on how nice it is. If youre handy with tools, it wont be a problem. Im so happy I found this one and it had a great price....I would buy it again!!
Update 5/28/2014:
I was so impressed by the look and feel of this bench, I ordered another one. The first one was bought to go in one of our rooms and I had intended to look for something different to go in our entryway. After assembling the first one, I decided not to take a chance of possibly getting a lesser quality product.
Original review:
Once completed this is a very solid piece. Instructions are very basic and fairly easy to follow. The hardware is average for the wood screws, machine screws, and hinges, but below average for the cam locks. As others have noted, the color is darker than pictured (thankfully I took that into account before purchasing). The wood is a very soft white pine, this allows the fasteners to go in easily, a small drill/driver will be helpful although not mandatory to attach the corner supports (think about screwing in 32 screws by hand). The cam locks are used mainly to hold the pieces together while the corner supports are screwed in place. These corner supports are critical to the structural integrity and they do a good job of holding the bench together solidly. The center divider does rely on the cam locks to hold it and is the only piece that relies solely on these pieces of hardware. Over-all I was very pleased with the fit and finish of the completed product.
We bought this from after looking at virtually every store in our area.
Easy to put together if you have any experience with type furniture.
The spring latch that prevents the bench from closing on kids fingers has been
constantly tested by our grand-kids.
Despite a quality problem, I must admit that customer service was unparalleled professionalism. Communication with the seller and the manufacturer was extremely fast. The seller (Cymax) and the manufacturer (Simpli-Home) both offered a rebate for compensation. I was pleasantly surprised at the understanding between us. Congratulations to you 2 for your after-sales follow-up.
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Great Bench
I really love my bench! The color is a little darker than the picture but I already knew that from reading the other reviews. My husband didnt have any problems putting it together as some others have stated. I did have to help him hold the lid when he put the screws in the hinges and support bar, but it wasnt really that difficult. That was the only time it became a 2 person job. We got this shortly before Christmas and everyone has commented on how nice it is. If youre handy with tools, it wont be a problem. Im so happy I found this one and it had a great price....I would buy it again!!
Nice bench for the price
Its seems very solid. Easy to assemble and looks very nice in our foyer.
Five Stars
Great at the foot of our bed to store bed linens.
Five Stars
Great piece of furniture. Easy to assemble, and very sturdy. Thinking about purchasing another. Firefighter forever.
Liked it so much I just ordered a second one.
Update 5/28/2014: I was so impressed by the look and feel of this bench, I ordered another one. The first one was bought to go in one of our rooms and I had intended to look for something different to go in our entryway. After assembling the first one, I decided not to take a chance of possibly getting a lesser quality product. Original review: Once completed this is a very solid piece. Instructions are very basic and fairly easy to follow. The hardware is average for the wood screws, machine screws, and hinges, but below average for the cam locks. As others have noted, the color is darker than pictured (thankfully I took that into account before purchasing). The wood is a very soft white pine, this allows the fasteners to go in easily, a small drill/driver will be helpful although not mandatory to attach the corner supports (think about screwing in 32 screws by hand). The cam locks are used mainly to hold the pieces together while the corner supports are screwed in place. These corner supports are critical to the structural integrity and they do a good job of holding the bench together solidly. The center divider does rely on the cam locks to hold it and is the only piece that relies solely on these pieces of hardware. Over-all I was very pleased with the fit and finish of the completed product.
Nice Bench
Not fun to put together. Once assemble it is really nice looking and the storage was a bonus. Overall worth the price.
Very Nice Bench
We bought this from after looking at virtually every store in our area. Easy to put together if you have any experience with type furniture. The spring latch that prevents the bench from closing on kids fingers has been constantly tested by our grand-kids.
Petit problème de finition
Despite a quality problem, I must admit that customer service was unparalleled professionalism. Communication with the seller and the manufacturer was extremely fast. The seller (Cymax) and the manufacturer (Simpli-Home) both offered a rebate for compensation. I was pleasantly surprised at the understanding between us. Congratulations to you 2 for your after-sales follow-up.
Beautiful bench!
Hallway bench
SIMPLY EXCELLENT
Cheap sturdy stylish!!! Excellent bench and very well made. Note when assembling use a dab of wood clue to make it sturdier than it already is.
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