SEI Furniture Steamer Trunk Coffee Table, Brown

We needed an inexpensive end table/storage unit to go between two large recliners we just purchased. The intention is to store several laptops and related accessories within the trunk and it seems well suited for that purpose due to the dimensions. Assembly was not bad at all and went rather quickly, though it helps a great deal to have a 2nd person to steady the lid when installing the hinges and supports. You can pull it off solo if necessary, but it all went very quickly with a 2nd set of hands when securing the lid.Just assembled it last night and it seems nice and sturdy (and also quite heavy while empty). MDF is heavy but it feels substantial when assembled. It should satisfy the intended purpose plus make for an end table for drinks and remotes. And since it was cheap, I'm not worried about keeping it as a museum piece. Lid stays open on its own due to spring-loaded support arms and eases down again without abrubt slams.The varnish is a rich brown/cherry finish, a blend of dark red throughout that compliments the brown rather than overpowering it. Nothing to write home about, but not nearly as bad as the plain brown in the pics. At any rate we were very pleased with the color as it blends well with our floor and other furniture. The rivets and hardware look fine as well. If you stand there inspecting every inch of it you may notice a couple rivets that are ever so slightly off the mark. It's a non-issue though, especially at this price.It's tough to find something this tall and roomy for any less than $400 or more so this was a real bargain at around $150. Plus the free shipping from Amazon and assembly that can be knocked out in an hour or less, what's not to like? The only drawback would be that you need to remove stuff from the top real quick in order to access the interior, but then I knew that going in based on the design.

This is a wonderful piece of furniture - there’s really no other description for it! It fits beautifully in our living room and looks great, too! Everyone comments on it. This thing is built like a tank - sturdy has heck and very functional. The top of the trunk opens with lots of room inside for blanket and pillow storage - perfect for storing the cuddly blankets that you normally have to hike to the hall closet for during movie nights. We have a large family, and this thing can definitely handle every day use. Assembly was fairly easy (less than 30 minutes) and the instructions were detailed and easy to follow. Excellent product, highly recommended.

I bought two of these Steamer Trunk End Tables and find them very good-looking and well-designed, such that, once assembled, they do not look at all like a kit from the outside. Assembly includes a LOT of little screws, not all of whose pilot holes are in precisely the right place. But a little patience and care see things through. Everything else fits together very well. The assembly instructions are clear in text and illustration and the hardware is distinctively identified. No parts were missing. Nothing was damaged in transit, due to the top-notch packing. My only real objection is a two-inch scratch in the middle of one of the tops, which had to be there when the kit left the factory since the scratch is colored with wood stain. Basically, a QC goof. But in actual use it is hidden by a table lamp, so no harm done. The other top is perfect. Also, a couple of the small screws went into place at an angle, but I think this was my fault for trying to work under inadequate lighting (lesson learned), moreover these screws are on the inside, so, again, no real harm. As far as the storage space is concerned, it is fairly substantial. According to the instructions, the weight limit for stored items (and also for the top, by the way) is 25 pounds. So I won't be filling the space with books, but have lighter items that will store there very well. Perhaps most important of all, my wife really likes these tables! In sum, the item is gladly recommended. P.S. Next step: find some upgraded lamps that are suitably handsome to go with the tables.

Love the look of this table. It is sturdy & has the industrial look I wanted. I only thing thing you have to be concern of, is the top of it. You have to be careful of setting drinking glasses that might sweat & cause rings, I haven’t had trouble with anything happening to the top, but I’m careful about what’s put on it. It has storage inside. I love it & it looks so good. The price was great!

These trunks look great and assembled without much fuss. Ended up purchasing a second one because we liked the look and wanted a pair to match our lamps. They are not especially strong or heavy, so take note based on what you plan to place on top of it.

Love the item. It matched perfecting with our leather furniture. Bought two end tables and only one had assembly instructions, and it was the second box we opened. We were able to find instructions online, but did not understand why they were not in both boxes.If you have IKEA furniture, assembly is similar. My husband believes this is a better quality than IKEA. Love the ability to store items!!You do need two people when it comes to attaching the lid. The lid does stay open on its own too!!

This looks beautiful put together, but it was very overwhelming to see so many parts. The instructions were confusing and it wasn't the quality I expected for the money. Then of course to send it back cost a fortune. I really lost money on this product.