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3.47 out of 5stars
(15 reviews)

Most helpful positive review

5.00 out of 5 stars review
Verified Purchaser
02/17/2020
Great addition to my home office!
This lovely desk is perfect for my home office, to replace my glass-topped desk that was using up a lot of space. Plus, I am really happy to have the cabinet and drawer to store my desktop pc and my other office things. It is an nice looking desk, too. The weathered, whitewashed wood finish looks great and there's a slight wood-grain texture to the finish that I love. It is a little lower than most desks, I think so it can accommodate easier typing without the hassles of a keyboard tray. The drawer and cabinet open extra smoothly and it's very sturdy and well-designed. The assembly process was straightforward with clear visual instructions. I put it together while we watched a movie with no problems at all. For part of the process, I mistook the silver rounded screws for the black, flat screws. I swapped them out easily but I'm mentioning it here so you don't make the same mistake. Also, the two "sides" of the hinges come assembled but are taken apart to assemble the desk -- just loosen the one screw. They really have the design and assembly process down to a science. Great addition to my home office!
Michelle

Most helpful negative review

1.00 out of 5 stars review
Verified Purchaser
03/17/2021
Last "furniture" purchase
I did not get all the hardware necessary to assemble it correctly. The directions made it so that you had to try to flip a heavy piece of furniruew over and then the cheap screws let go damaging the fake wood. Overpriced for a piece of fake wood furniture.
Lorri
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  • 2.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    05/15/2022
    I purchased two desk assembled by two people both have issues with drawer.
    Cat
  • 5.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    12/12/2021
    Perfect for a small inexpensive desk
    It fits perfect in the small space I have in my kitchen only thing I don't like is the bottom cabinet is not a file pull out drawer. The Quality is good.
    charlotte
  • 4.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    08/25/2021
    Good desk
    The desk fit perfectly in our small space and looks casual, great for a laptop and personal paperwork. Wish it had a file drawer rather than a cabinet. Good price for lightly used desk.
    Lisa
  • 4.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    07/10/2021
    very happy with desk
    The style and look is exactly what I wanted. Assembly was rather simple. Would have given it a 5 start but the screws were all in one bag and had to take the time to separate them and figure out which went to what peice
    Wanda
  • 3.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    06/25/2021
    The parts aren't actually labeled. Some of the holes aren't drilled in enough. Quality doesn't seem to be as nice as the dresser that we purchased that was the same brand.
    Wendy
  • 1.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    03/17/2021
    Last "furniture" purchase
    I did not get all the hardware necessary to assemble it correctly. The directions made it so that you had to try to flip a heavy piece of furniruew over and then the cheap screws let go damaging the fake wood. Overpriced for a piece of fake wood furniture.
    Lorri
  • 2.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    03/06/2021
    Missing pieces
    The desk is beautiful, but it was missing connection bolts I needed I had to screw the pieces together where the missing easy connection bolts were supposed to be. I have to to purchase bolts to connect the drawer and door handles because they were missing, and the drawer piece is staples together and was falling apart. I had staple it Again.
    Ashleigh
  • 3.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    02/22/2021
    Nice desk.
    It was pretty easy to put together. My husband did it in 2 hrs. The door doesn't sit right but it's still usable. The thing that bither me the most 8s the color of the handle. We have the TV stand from the same company and same color but the handles and hardware don't match. I would think they would think of that for a matching set? Other than that it is a nice desk. Especially for the price.
    erika
  • 2.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    11/26/2020
    Not too impressed
    It's a beautiful desk but very cheaply made. One major piece was warped and all the visible trim pieces had part of the veneer bubbled up. I know this will lead to peeling very soon. I'll be reaching out to the manufacturer for replacement pieces and will update once I hear back.
    denise
  • 5.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    08/31/2020
    Love it
    Love this desk! Perfect for my home office love the color and very sturdy! Very satisfied with this desk
    Nicole
  • 2.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    08/23/2020
    Nice but broken
    The desk is nice for the price but ours came broken and missing a much needed screw. Unfortunately we didnt notice until we took it out of the box and put it together. Now it would be a huge production to pack it back up and mail it back. And I cant find who to contact to get a replacement part for the broken drawer and missing screw.
    Ashley
  • 5.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    03/26/2020
    Excellent
    Such a beautiful desk. It's solid as a rock and built to last! The box is heavy, so be forewarned! The desk features a drawer and open cabinet at the bottom. It's a beautiful touch to any home. There is a recommendation that two people put it together. However, I was able to put it together by myself with my screwdriver. It took me a while, but I did it! Lol It would have gone faster with a partner but I needed this project to remind my husband I'm not completely helpless. Ha!
    l8dluck
  • 5.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    02/18/2020
    Excellent Desk
    This desk took two hours to assemble. It is a medium difficulty build. The instructions are all in pictures/ photos which makes it simple to understand. The desk is sturdy and well built. I highly recommend this desk for all your needs whether it's computer, homework, or study... It is great! It looks nice. There is a large cupboard for storage and a nice sized drawer. I'm very happy with it!!
    blg2011motherof2
  • 5.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    02/17/2020
    Great addition to my home office!
    This lovely desk is perfect for my home office, to replace my glass-topped desk that was using up a lot of space. Plus, I am really happy to have the cabinet and drawer to store my desktop pc and my other office things. It is an nice looking desk, too. The weathered, whitewashed wood finish looks great and there's a slight wood-grain texture to the finish that I love. It is a little lower than most desks, I think so it can accommodate easier typing without the hassles of a keyboard tray. The drawer and cabinet open extra smoothly and it's very sturdy and well-designed. The assembly process was straightforward with clear visual instructions. I put it together while we watched a movie with no problems at all. For part of the process, I mistook the silver rounded screws for the black, flat screws. I swapped them out easily but I'm mentioning it here so you don't make the same mistake. Also, the two "sides" of the hinges come assembled but are taken apart to assemble the desk -- just loosen the one screw. They really have the design and assembly process down to a science. Great addition to my home office!
    Michelle
  • 4.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    10/12/2019
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    I like this desk because of how much space the top can hold, as well as the drawer and cubby. It is alot to put together especially for one person, so get someone to help. I put it together myself because i had no one to help, and it took me at least 2 hours. But it was worth it, and i love it.
    cocogirl85