This table has nice heft and feels solid. The mechanism for the lift top also has good action and feels pretty sturdy.
My only issue is the hardware. The wooden dowels do not have a tight fit into the holes//in fact they just sit in their very loosely. The other issue has to do with the cam screw tighteners. These also fit very loosely. However, more disconcertingly, the cam screw tighteners do not appear to be able to turn all the way to get that satisfying tighten.
Despite the hardware issues, however, the table seems to be sturdy and solid once assembled, so I only knocked off 1 star.
The box is heavy, so its better with a two/man lift. Assembly is best done in the place where the table is going to rest, but youll have to contend with packaging debris, especially bits of white Styrofoam. You can build this out front or in the garage, but youll need two adults to carry it to its final location, and note that carrying this assembled table is a bit awkward, as the top will want to extend on you.
It comes almost fully assembled, but not quite. Total assembly time for us was about 20 minutes, with the provided instructions, which were helpful and clear. You need a regular screwdriver, and one Philips head; they do not provide any tools. DO NOT lay out 60 for assembly.
The hardware is well labeled, and its easy to lay the pieces out and get this together. You also get a touch/up marker, which doesnt really match the color of this table.
The table looks great in the online product images, but the price made it clear that it would not be solid wood. And I was right. Its particle board, pretty cheap particular board (the term shredded Chinese newspapers came to mind) and the veneer (Im being kind here) is quite thin. Pay attention to the corners and edges, as it seems the veneer may want to come up if you catch a corner wrong.
I do like the way this item looks, the simulated rough/cut of the veneer. Its a shame its not solid, but I understand it would make the item a lot heavier, and it would cost a lot more.
As for the tabletop extension, we found it to work smoothly and properly. Its a little awkward to open/lift with just one hand; given the separation between the hinges/springs, its best if you use two hands for a smooth and even extension. The top does not physically lock in place, so be careful what you put on it when its up so that it doesnt crash down. As an ad hock laptop desk, it works particularly well.
Documentation: You get the use and care guide, which provides a support email address. Not bad.
Price: At the time of this review, this item is approximately 105. Thats a pretty good price for what is essentially a full/size coffee table, and which offers sectioned storage and a lift top. So far, so good. But, as noted her and in other reviews, the quality of the components of this table really isnt that great. If you understand that and are okay with it, this is a fair price for this item.
Bottom Line: This is a clever table, good size and with some nice functionality. It looks good, too. It has a modest price, but you just have to understand that these features coupled with this price means that some other aspect(s) of the item are not necessarily top/notch.
i actually was looking for a work station that folded into me AND had storage, but this was not the case. The top pushes out away from you leaving you to scoot forward if you want to use it as a work station (forget it as a dining room table). BUT, it is easy to install, heavy, well designed with the shelves and storage, AND comes with a marker to fix any discrepancies in the fake wood. it just doesnt open into you with a work top area. So if you are ok with only storage, this is a great table ! Color was really close to the picture and shipment was quick! Good for price and I guess I will keep it. So good if you want this for more storage than a work station
I was so happy when I (my boyfriend) put this piece together. Feels sturdy and the woods is exactly as pictured. The lift top makes a great space for storage as well as a place to eat or work at my laptop comfortably.
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Very functional
I love it. Expected more storage space but still great. One of the corners was messed up but wasnt bad enough attempt to return.
Hardware is mediocre, but table and mechanism are solid.
This table has nice heft and feels solid. The mechanism for the lift top also has good action and feels pretty sturdy. My only issue is the hardware. The wooden dowels do not have a tight fit into the holes//in fact they just sit in their very loosely. The other issue has to do with the cam screw tighteners. These also fit very loosely. However, more disconcertingly, the cam screw tighteners do not appear to be able to turn all the way to get that satisfying tighten. Despite the hardware issues, however, the table seems to be sturdy and solid once assembled, so I only knocked off 1 star.
Love it
Love it,must buy it,
Avery easy to assemble
Perfect for first apartment
Nicely Featured Coffee Table at a Good Price, but with Low/Budget Components
The box is heavy, so its better with a two/man lift. Assembly is best done in the place where the table is going to rest, but youll have to contend with packaging debris, especially bits of white Styrofoam. You can build this out front or in the garage, but youll need two adults to carry it to its final location, and note that carrying this assembled table is a bit awkward, as the top will want to extend on you. It comes almost fully assembled, but not quite. Total assembly time for us was about 20 minutes, with the provided instructions, which were helpful and clear. You need a regular screwdriver, and one Philips head; they do not provide any tools. DO NOT lay out 60 for assembly. The hardware is well labeled, and its easy to lay the pieces out and get this together. You also get a touch/up marker, which doesnt really match the color of this table. The table looks great in the online product images, but the price made it clear that it would not be solid wood. And I was right. Its particle board, pretty cheap particular board (the term shredded Chinese newspapers came to mind) and the veneer (Im being kind here) is quite thin. Pay attention to the corners and edges, as it seems the veneer may want to come up if you catch a corner wrong. I do like the way this item looks, the simulated rough/cut of the veneer. Its a shame its not solid, but I understand it would make the item a lot heavier, and it would cost a lot more. As for the tabletop extension, we found it to work smoothly and properly. Its a little awkward to open/lift with just one hand; given the separation between the hinges/springs, its best if you use two hands for a smooth and even extension. The top does not physically lock in place, so be careful what you put on it when its up so that it doesnt crash down. As an ad hock laptop desk, it works particularly well. Documentation: You get the use and care guide, which provides a support email address. Not bad. Price: At the time of this review, this item is approximately 105. Thats a pretty good price for what is essentially a full/size coffee table, and which offers sectioned storage and a lift top. So far, so good. But, as noted her and in other reviews, the quality of the components of this table really isnt that great. If you understand that and are okay with it, this is a fair price for this item. Bottom Line: This is a clever table, good size and with some nice functionality. It looks good, too. It has a modest price, but you just have to understand that these features coupled with this price means that some other aspect(s) of the item are not necessarily top/notch.
Assembled 20 minutes
No mounting hardware or hole locations for the flip open top still have to locate and mount
Well made
So far I like the product. It fills the void I was looking for it to fill.
Good desk
Easy to set up, needed a desk/coffee table to work at in living room. Satisfied with desk
know what you want.
i actually was looking for a work station that folded into me AND had storage, but this was not the case. The top pushes out away from you leaving you to scoot forward if you want to use it as a work station (forget it as a dining room table). BUT, it is easy to install, heavy, well designed with the shelves and storage, AND comes with a marker to fix any discrepancies in the fake wood. it just doesnt open into you with a work top area. So if you are ok with only storage, this is a great table ! Color was really close to the picture and shipment was quick! Good for price and I guess I will keep it. So good if you want this for more storage than a work station
So worth the money
I was so happy when I (my boyfriend) put this piece together. Feels sturdy and the woods is exactly as pictured. The lift top makes a great space for storage as well as a place to eat or work at my laptop comfortably.
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