ClosetMaid 3 Cube Bench Home Organizer, White/Tan

Sturdy

I needed a relatively inexpensive storage option to accent the bookcases in my study. This bench, in espresso, was a perfect match and fit the space available. I was able to get the storage bench at a reduced price on Amazon and seized the opportunity. The bench is a better quality wood than most assemble yourself pieces of furniture. It assembles with interlocking metal tenons and some wooden dowels --- a flat blade and phillips head screwdriver are all that is required (there are 4 wood screws too). Everything was pre-drilled and precut and aligned perfectly. My only complaint is that the pieces are not marked so you have to match them up very carefully with the instructions. The instruction booklet is very good, but you do have to read them first, then identify the components, and re-read them again before starting. Working alone it took me about two hours to put together on a gloomy afternoon taking my time. The backing is the usual piece of cardboard that needs to be tacked into place, but again the holes are pre-started and perfectly aligned. I could have probably moved faster but deliberately took my time. I wouldn't say it was an easy assembly, but I had no problems and would not describe it as difficult. The finished product is very sturdy and it serves its purpose. There were a couple of small blemishes on the wood but they were in places not easily noticeable and were acceptable given the price. The included pad is a nice touch. It is thick and comfortable. I would buy this again and would recommend it to others.

Difficult to put together because letters are nearly invisible. Was slightly damaged but fortunately was able to put damaged piece in back. Seems solid so far and overall looks good.

We bought two of these to fit side be side in a bay window in our upstairs cape cod style home. The cubbies fit standard sized bins (not included) well and provide a good bit of storage. The cushions are a little hard but I am pleased with the purchase as it's tidied up my sons play area a lot and provided additional seating at the same time.

We absolutely love this bench. We bought two to put in our RV. It’s very easy to put together. It’s well built and doesn’t look cheap. The cushions are thick and comfortable. The instructions were easy to understand. Well worth the money.

Sizing on website not correct. Returned.

My husband is in love with this. He is 71 and said he is getting too old to kneel and put his boots on. He wanted a place to sit. We had to do very little rearranging. Got rid of a standing 'tree' coat rack and ordered this plus a wall-mounted coat rack for above it. He assembled it within two hours, despite the fact that instructions were not all in the right sequence. (The side panels have to be in place and ready to attach before the bottom panel can be attached. Also, there were dowels for the bottom panel that go no where. Eliminated them.)The only complaint, and not much of one, is that we chose the bench in espresso, liking the dark brown color, and it is really almost black. The cushion is a nice surprise. The cover is a water-resistant fabric and has a zipper, I suppose in case you ever want to replace the cover or the foam inside. It also has velcro on the bottom to keep it from falling off the bench, or moving around on the bench. Now my husband stores his boots in the cubicles and the area is so much neater than before. Note, that this is a very small unit. For us, it fit perfectly without our having to move any furniture around, and at 16 inches, it is narrow enough that there is no interference with our front door opening. It also appears to be very sturdy, with no wobble or motion to it. We consider it to be an excellent value for what we paid.My husband was so happy to sit and try it as soon as he finished assembling it. That evening our son-in-law came over and the first thing he did was sit on it and say, "I could use this when I put my boots on." Exactly. We will all be happy with this purchase.

Ever see those cheap TV consoles made of pressed wood and cost about $40 at Walmart or Amazon? Now think of that tv console with a cushion glued on with sticky tape! That’s exactly what this is!Directions don’t match the pieces. Nothing labeled. I put it together and OMG - it looks just like that cheapo tv console I bought at Walmart with a cushion! I paid over $100 for that? Common now!You want to save money? Go buy a cheap TV console table and a cushion and some sticky tape and you’ll have yourself the same thing as this piece of garbage for half the price !BUYER BEWARE! Don’t waste your money ! Awful product!