This island was perfect! It gave me the extra storage and counter top space I desperately needed. Quite a bit of assembly, comes with allen wrench but you will need a Phillips screwdriver. Instructions were easy to follow. The casters are also built very well and will handle the weight of the unit (136 lbs empty) plus whatever you put in it.
I also love that the top drops down so I can roll it to a better spot when entertaining. As you can see the top is large enough to put bar stools under it.
Very happy with this purchase!
Don't listen to the reviews that says this is difficult to put together. I am a woman and I built this by myself in a few hours. My only suggestion is to make sure to pay attention the instructions and even the pictures. There are several different types of screws and some with similar names, so don't just glance at the instructions. The pictures also give clues the instructions don't such as building a piece from the bottom to the top. My only complaint is the way this was packed. When I opened the box, one of the pieces of styrofoam was crushed and every piece had tiny pieces of styrofoam on it. It was a pain to wipe every piece, but in the end the piece came out beautiful.
The last piece you install when putting it together is the top. When I set it on, I immediately noticed a quarter sized dent in the top, with white/gray smudges and small cracks running around and through the dent. When I looked at it even closer (see attached picture), I then realized it isn't solid wood, it appears to have a wood looking artificial surface. I knew some parts were engineered wood (like the back slats), but I thought the top would be solid and hardy. Disappointed, but I don't want to disassemble to return. We got this as a gift for my son and daughter-in-law, but I expect we will want to wheel this out of the way and get them something better if it doesn't hold up well.
With that said, assembly was fairly easy for two people, the only thing that seemed a little tough during assembly was closing the locks, they are like switches that you flip, but they were all hard to flip and some couldn't be closed using our fingers. I especially like the individual packets of hardware with labeling, so didn't have to guess which screws were what. They also included one extra of all the screws, which I appreciated and proved to be helpful. I dropped one of the smaller screws and couldn't find it, so was able to complete the build using the spare. Once done, I got me son to search the floor and he found the one I had dropped (young eyes).
Overall really happy with this product
Good Points - Solid - Easy assembly even though it is complicated. The directions are really good. - easy to clean the top counter - doors and drawers all fit well and close correctly, not always the case with these products-
Bad points - The biggest gripe is that the flip-up counter that I use to eat on isn't the sturdiest. I will need to strengthen it with another support somehow. I'm having a hard time finding one right now. It's fine for eating on, I wouldn't set a small child on the flip-up part or lean too hard on it. It's lasted about 5 months with no issues. I lean my elbows on it and it is fine. The support has loosed up a bit during this time.
Two adults, with children under foot, it took us 2 hours to assemble. Good quality, great instructions, all pieces well marked, even had extra screws included. Lots of packaging, so have a trash bin or bag nearby. Highly recommend and would purchase again.
I love this island!!! Perfect size in addition to our kitchen that had a big open space in the middle. Have yet to get chairs for the back breakfast bar but love the extra space and prep space!
The countertop is wood so I was able to sand it down and re-stain it the same stain as my countertops! Tons of power sanding and then staining, polyurethane, and then sanding again (x5) but it looks gorgeous! Super happy!
This is very nice for more storage in the kitchen my complaints are it's a little wobbly and the clear coat on the counter is rubbing off already and only had it about 2months
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Beautiful and clean
Very clean and beautiful, I highly recommend
Great unit, lota of storage and counter space!
This island was perfect! It gave me the extra storage and counter top space I desperately needed. Quite a bit of assembly, comes with allen wrench but you will need a Phillips screwdriver. Instructions were easy to follow. The casters are also built very well and will handle the weight of the unit (136 lbs empty) plus whatever you put in it. I also love that the top drops down so I can roll it to a better spot when entertaining. As you can see the top is large enough to put bar stools under it. Very happy with this purchase!
A lot easier than I expected!
Don't listen to the reviews that says this is difficult to put together. I am a woman and I built this by myself in a few hours. My only suggestion is to make sure to pay attention the instructions and even the pictures. There are several different types of screws and some with similar names, so don't just glance at the instructions. The pictures also give clues the instructions don't such as building a piece from the bottom to the top. My only complaint is the way this was packed. When I opened the box, one of the pieces of styrofoam was crushed and every piece had tiny pieces of styrofoam on it. It was a pain to wipe every piece, but in the end the piece came out beautiful.
Damaged top, which is rubber wood, whatever that is, doesn't look like it will hold up well.
The last piece you install when putting it together is the top. When I set it on, I immediately noticed a quarter sized dent in the top, with white/gray smudges and small cracks running around and through the dent. When I looked at it even closer (see attached picture), I then realized it isn't solid wood, it appears to have a wood looking artificial surface. I knew some parts were engineered wood (like the back slats), but I thought the top would be solid and hardy. Disappointed, but I don't want to disassemble to return. We got this as a gift for my son and daughter-in-law, but I expect we will want to wheel this out of the way and get them something better if it doesn't hold up well. With that said, assembly was fairly easy for two people, the only thing that seemed a little tough during assembly was closing the locks, they are like switches that you flip, but they were all hard to flip and some couldn't be closed using our fingers. I especially like the individual packets of hardware with labeling, so didn't have to guess which screws were what. They also included one extra of all the screws, which I appreciated and proved to be helpful. I dropped one of the smaller screws and couldn't find it, so was able to complete the build using the spare. Once done, I got me son to search the floor and he found the one I had dropped (young eyes).
Lots of Storage, easy assembly, solid, good price
Overall really happy with this product Good Points - Solid - Easy assembly even though it is complicated. The directions are really good. - easy to clean the top counter - doors and drawers all fit well and close correctly, not always the case with these products- Bad points - The biggest gripe is that the flip-up counter that I use to eat on isn't the sturdiest. I will need to strengthen it with another support somehow. I'm having a hard time finding one right now. It's fine for eating on, I wouldn't set a small child on the flip-up part or lean too hard on it. It's lasted about 5 months with no issues. I lean my elbows on it and it is fine. The support has loosed up a bit during this time.
Amazing and affordable
So beautiful I love it my family loved it look so beautiful and the installation so easy so elegant
Quality item
Two adults, with children under foot, it took us 2 hours to assemble. Good quality, great instructions, all pieces well marked, even had extra screws included. Lots of packaging, so have a trash bin or bag nearby. Highly recommend and would purchase again.
Good!
Good!
Perfect! Real wood can be sanded and re-stained!
I love this island!!! Perfect size in addition to our kitchen that had a big open space in the middle. Have yet to get chairs for the back breakfast bar but love the extra space and prep space! The countertop is wood so I was able to sand it down and re-stain it the same stain as my countertops! Tons of power sanding and then staining, polyurethane, and then sanding again (x5) but it looks gorgeous! Super happy!
Would buy again
This is very nice for more storage in the kitchen my complaints are it's a little wobbly and the clear coat on the counter is rubbing off already and only had it about 2months
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