Showing posts with label garage cabinets. Show all posts
Showing posts with label garage cabinets. Show all posts

Tuesday, October 21, 2014

Dolle Eliot Silver Adjustable Glass Shelf or Wood Shelf Brackets - Pair

Dolle Eliot Silver Adjustable Glass Shelf or Wood Shelf Brackets - PairI love these brackets. The ones that came with the glass shelves broke. I ordered these because I liked the straight line design. They are sturdy and very heavy duty. Even my builder commented on how nice they were.

I purchased these brackets to hold a 1-1/2" thick, 36" long and 10" deep solid wood shelf in my bathroom. These create the perfect floating shelf look with all the strength needed to hold just heavy shelves. I would highly recommend these for any floating shelf needs.

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Sunday, September 7, 2014

Pine Extra Tall Cabinet Finish: White

Pine Extra Tall Cabinet Finish: WhiteI got this cabinet because it listed as real wood and was the right size. Assembly was REALLY difficult, not because of the multiple pieces, but because the pieces were warped and didn't actually fit flush. The whole piece was like a parallelgram...tweaking and leaning. Luckily I have done some building and had angle brackets and bar clamps on hand to shore it up. Still, the joints don't meet and it is uneven standing. Screwing it to the wall has certainly helped, but seriously...

Thought I'd take a chance on this cabinet as it had one favorable and one poor review. It is advertised as white, it is an off white color and doesn't quite go with our very white trim. Lucky for me, my son is in the carpentry trade as it took a bit of tweaking to make this cabinet work...it has a very flimsy piece of cardboard for its back wall, actually is two pieces held together by a strip of tape down the middle...which is what supports the frame. The piece was not only of the poorest quality, it also wasn't cut to fit properly. My son was able to cut it to fit and make it somewhat sturdier. Now that it's assembled and holding the items I wanted to store in it, it isn't bad. It looks attractive, I like the country style, just be prepared to do a little extra work to this cabinet upon assembly.

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Not as white as it looks in the picture. Wood is cheap, and instructions actually SKIP important steps (luckily, I have assembled enough Ikea stuff to be able to figure it out), items are mislabled between the intructions and actual product. Pay careful attention to the measurements and make sure they are exactly what you want, I guesstimated it to be twice the size it came out. This and another Wayfair product I ordered were extremely poor quality. After I assembled the first crAppy item, I inquired with Wayfair whether I could return the second item unopened (this item) and they responded that they would accept the return but I would be responsible for the shipping BOTH ways and they would get back to me with further details (which they did not). I kept it, assembled it, it looks decent for now but doesn't seem like it'll hold up too long, but definitely not worth almost $200!!!

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I like this cabinet because it adds extra storage in small spaces or limited space. I bought a home without closets and I am in desperate need of storage space. Fits where a normal cabinet is too large. Is solid wood=plus although is it thin. I put it together without too much trouble however I have had experience doing this so I already knew how to do most of the steps without reading directions. Quality is okay for the price. Dont over tighten is my caution. You want to tighten it more because it almost feels like it needs to be tightened because of the soft pine wood but dont over tighten or you will strip the holes. TIP: Doors were easy to align because I layed the cabinet flat on its back and put a box inside so the doors were laying flush/straight before screwing them inI highly recommend attaching doors in this fashion due to my experience with other cabinets that I had crooked doors from following instructions and crooked because trying to attach doors with the unit in an upright position. It is worth the $ 200 bucks I paid but not the 400. bucks that yo yo sellers are now trying to sell it for here on amazon. SCOTT PS my wife is mother hen LOL we share this account

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We bought this item in hopes of space saving in our kitchen, big mistake. We're pretty savvy at assembling furniture so we thought we would give it a try.

For starters assembly is hell, nothing fits into the moldings without you pressing on it and the material is so shoddy you are afraid of breaking it.

After much care, we had it assembled and the darn thing fell apart. The hinges and fasteners are not strong enough to hold the weight of the material or are too strong and the "wood" cracked under the pressure. The material of the so-called wood or whatever it was came with pre-cracks in it straight from the packaging.

We just wound up requesting a refund and return it, the company did not even bother wanting it back and gave us a refund.

Best to stay away from this product and look for something else.

Thursday, August 28, 2014

Louis Philippe Open Bookcase

Louis Philippe Open Bookcase with Five Shelves Cherry Finish 73'H x 36'W x 14'D, 36'W, CHERRYI received the bookcase well wrapped and within the estimated time. Putting this case together is somewhat complicated. The back of the cabinet is 2 large pieces of "wood" that is taped together. In the assembly process you have to attach two pieces together with tape. The tape comes with all of the parts. We put this on three separate times but the back keeps popping apart, which can be seen from the front. Even though the case itself is pretty and matches my other furniture perfectly, I wished I would have spent a little extra and bought a piece already assembled. For $500 this piece definitely isn't worth the hastle of having to pull the shelves from the wall and retaping over and over again.

I bought two, the quality is pretty good. It wasn't too bad to assemble did take about an hour or so. Sturdy and well-finished. We bought 2 bookcases to match our bedroom set. Shelves are adjustable.

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This bookcase is absolutely beautiful. It's just the right size for a small space, and beats partical board hands down.

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At first I thought this was going to be a great piece for my bedroom. It was looking good until I put the back panel on. The back piece wasn't made wide enough, so when you screwed in the sides, it splintered the wood on the inside of the bookcase. No, I didn't screw them in crooked. In my opinion, if you're going to spend several hundred dollars on a bookcase, you may as well save yourself the aggravation and just pay the extra two hundred dollars and get it from a furniture store. Right now I'm wishing I had. If you do decide to buy this, then I suggest you run to your local hardware store and buy some tack nails, because you'll be needing them.

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The cabinet is beautiful and matches my cherry desk that I had purchased 2 years ago from a store close to me. It is well worth the money. If I had known at the time of purchase the quality I was getting and how well it matches my existing desk I would have spent a little more money and bought the large one actually still thinking about getting it.

Wednesday, August 13, 2014

Pearl Bookcase

Pearl Bookcase in White Lacquer FinishHere is the good: once put together, they're sturdy and perform their function well. They look nice.

The bad: the shelves are not solid wood, they're fiberboard with walnut veneer. The screw holes in one of the pieces weren't properly aligned and I can't put it together until I get the replacement part. How do they get away charging $1000 for this? Its not real wood, it only looks real. Its cheap. I won't consider anything else by this company, Modloft, because they make poor quality products in my opinion.

I've purchased stuff from CB2 and its solid wood. Maybe its too heavy to use for bookshelves?

IKEA's products are constructed with better quality than this, in my opinion. Screw holes aren't even aligned right and fiber pulp gets everywhere. Not sawdust, fiber pulp.

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Thursday, July 10, 2014

KV Medium Duty Shelf Bracket 16" Double Slot Anochrome

KV Medium Duty Shelf Bracket 16' Double Slot AnochromeThis shelving sytem worked very well for my application. I created a lumber storage system in my shop. I used the 36 inch standards with 3 brackets per standard. It's important to secure the standards into the studs in the wall. If this is done properly, this is a very secure system. I am storing lumber as large as 10 foot 4 X 4s. I estimate the total load on the shelves to be about 150 pounds. I highly recomend this system.

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Thursday, June 26, 2014

Orchard Hills Bookcase with Lower Doors

Sauder Orchard Hills Library with Doors, Carolina OakWe got two of the open shelf and three of the library. These looked great when put together, but there are some things you should consider:

1.) This is press board furniture, and it is cheap. It will warp in time, and is heavier than wood furniture.

2.) The veneer is paper, and it is fragile it scrapes off easily.

3.) The pieces don't fit together well, and some had to be sanded to fit. The connectors are plastic and fragile.

4.) The stability is based on the paper backing holding the unit together. We put L brackets in the top and bottom to stabilize it.

5.) You can only put 25 pounds on each shelf. That's not many books.

6.) The shipping is expensive, because it is so heavy.

7.) It takes time to put them together, but is easy. You need two people to do it.

8.) Check each piece carefully for cracks prior to assembly. We found several in the long pieces, and it wasn't until they were being assembled. Go directly to Sauder for replacement.

If you are looking for something to look impressive but not be a sturdy, long-lasting item buy this. As for the economy right now I don't see why we should buy expensive furniture so this is perfect.

I own this bookshelf and have had it for over ten years, so it has stood the test of time. The bookshlef is sturdy with one fixed shelf and two adjustable shelves. The bookshelveis heavy over 100 pounds, so it helps to have two people assemble, although I did it myself in jsut over two hours. The entire process of assembly is fairly easy, but does require attention to detail. The only tools one needs is a a screwdriver and a hammer. It looks beautiful when finished. As mentioned, I have had this bookshelf for over 10 years and it is still in great shape with no warping or sagging of the sides or shelves. The bookshelf can be attached to a wall stud with accompaning hardware if small children are in the home. This is a very good idea, as kids may try to climb the shelves and perhaps pull the entire bookshelf down atop themselves. The shelves can be adjusted to variable heights. I like this feature. The only part that is really cheap is the backing, which is heavy-duty veneered cardboard. I went to the hardware store and bought a piece of oak veneered plywood and nailed this on rather than the provided cardboard backing. This really firms up the bookshelf and adds strength.

The oak veneeer is durable and pleasing to look at, but it does not tolerate standing water, so don't put a beverage on the shelf without a cup protector. Likewise, a vacuum cleaner can easily dent or chip the veneer, so use with TLC.

Remember, this is an economy bookshelf. A true wood bookshelf would run many hundreds of dollars more. I think it is a great buy for those who do not need the "best" money can buy. This one is plenty good for me. I also have these two side models by Sauder: Orchard Hills 5-Shelf Library Bookcase Carolina Oak Sandwitched together in a triplet, they accomodate all my library of books.

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I bought this from amazon and it took nearly 5 hours to put together which frustrated me. The instructions can fool you and you could easily put the parts together upside down or backwards if you don't pay real close attention. When I went to put the trim on the sides together I noteced a space between the shelves and trim. Pay close attention to the diagram and your unit will be fine. I called Sauder about this and they informed me that this was common with a lot of people and they walked me through the process of correcting it. Customer service was excellent and I had no problems at all. The bookcase came intact execpt for the backing which had a dent in it so I called Sauder and they easily replaced it for free. It's presswood and not real wood but it acttually holds up very well. I must admit that I really feel this is overpriced so if you have the time, wait for it to go on sale or surf the web for the best deal you can get, it's worth doing your homework when spending your hard earned dollars. Originally, it was 159. and dropped to 127. Now it's 114. Don't get me wrong, it's not a horrible peice of furniture but putting it together required plenty of patience and time. If you're not handy, have someone assist you with assembeling this bookcase. Also try to have a portable drill to fasten the screws together, it will make things easier for you rather than using a plain screwdriver. One last note, the shipping charge was high so I would reccomend buying this in a store if you can get it and save the extra cash for youself. That can be a deal-breaker when you buy online. The box it came in was very heavy so naturally shipping will be pricey. If you can get this at a real low price with minimal or free shipping, then I would reccomend buying it without hesitating. I don't regret purchasing this bookcase and if I had to do it over again, I'd purchase it in a heartbeat! It's been two years since I bought it and it looks very elegant in my home.

Good luck.

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We purchased this to match the desk, which complemented furniture we already had. My only complaint is that it's a tad darker than it appears in the pictureIt's more of a light brown than a blonde color. Regardless, we like it, and get lots of complements. It's tall, sturdy, and fairly easy to assemble. Worth the money.

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Arrived on time. Easy to assemble. Solid construction. Color a little darker than I expected but still looks good. I would reccommend itto a friend.

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Friday, May 2, 2014

Grundtal Stainless Steel shelving,pan rack,wall shelf for the kitchen

Grundtal Stainless Steel shelving,pan rack,wall shelf for the kitchenThe overall look is fantastic; tubes of stainless is gorgeous for sure! An added bonus is they pretty much can't get dirty, all dust and dirt and water fall right through the rods!

now for the limitations:

1. the counter-sink holes for the screws are not uniform so the screw heads don't seat flush. minor but it's not as clean as it should be.

2. The tubes are made of very thin metal. I have the 48" long version which exaggerates the issue but even the 31" version will have considerable 'wobble' and 'flex' to the tubes when placing items. even a 2-3 pound load will make the tubes bend and flex. It's most noticeable if you put on a small item that only touches 2-3 rods but has some heft to it; it makes other items rock back and forth that share the same rods.

3. egregious oversight: the width does NOT match the standard spacing of STUDS in the wall, so there is virtually no way to mount this item solidly. wall anchors? please. On mine I was able to put the brackets on with the bracket to the OUTSIDE of the bars which spread the spacing between mounting holes to just about 48 ½ inches so i could get the screws into the STUDS so it's solid.

I added some support brackets under the rods at each 16" and now the shelf is 'as it should be'. I could probably put 200# of items on EACH shelf without a problem. My added brackets don't reach to the very first rod so it's super obvious how wobbly the rods are without the added support. I tried to take a picture but didn't have enough hands.

This is an attractive and well-built item. I mounted it right above my sink, where I can lay sponges, towels, and where it holds a multitude of kitchen tools, thus freeing up the space around my sink and in my previously cluttered kitchen drawers (you'd be surprised how many of your kitchen utensils -even knives -have hanging holes in them!). As long as you measure your intended wall space correctly, you should love this item! Oh yes, you have to separately buy lots of matching "S-hooks" to hang your utensils, and also some screws to mount the item, too (the lack of which is why I didn't rate this item "5-stars"). Enjoy!

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This is a sturdy SS shelf, quality throughout. However, be sure that it is the type of shelf you want. The bearing surface of the shelf is 6 SS tubes. This type of shelf is excellent for some purposes, inappropriate for others. I affixed mine above a triple SS sink to use for drying commercial gear after washing and they work great. Would not work for storing small objects, as an example.

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So I was not sure if this would be a quality product bc of it being such a low price. WOW WAS I WRONG! It is awesome. It looks and does just what it says.. i like it so much I'm probably about to order another.

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We have a very small kitchen with very few cabinets and we love to cook. This shelf serves as storage for all of our stovetop cookware and utensils and looks great doing it. We store big pans on top and hang small pans and utensils from the rails with the Grundtal S-hooks (purchased separately). You can get it all at Ikea for less but if you do not live near an Ikea, as I do not, the extra money you spend purchasing it here will be less than the gas money you would spend driving into the next state to the nearest Ikea store.

Friday, April 25, 2014

15" Locker Shelf-The Ultimate Solution In Locker Shelving-

15' Locker Shelf-The Ultimate Solution In Locker Shelving-My son needed a way of maximizing the space in his locker and this locker shelf definitely helped in that effort. Great product at a great price.

I purchased this for my son's first year of having a school locker. We looked at many different locker kits. To be honest, all the other kits looked cheap & not really functional. This kit is superior by far. It is a little more pricey but worth every penney. It is easy to install & fits the locker very nicely. The quality should ensure that it can be used for many years to come. My son was the only one at school with this locker kit. Some of his classmates had other kits, but when they saw his they ALL wanted one. I haven't asked if any of the kids have gotten one, but we have recommended it to everyone who has asked about it.

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The shelves are friction-held into the slots, so if your locker is wider, you have to wedge something behind one of the sides, shrinking your locker; if your locker is 9" exactly, this is what you expect, and does the job.

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Finally a locker shelf system that really works. They really do fit like they were built in to the locker and installation couldn't have been simpler for my 6th grader.

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I had bought this with some skepticism, as I haven't found a locker shelf yet that impressed me. This one impressed me! It's super easy to install. Its very sturdy. It fits my binder and takes full advantage of the vertical space in my locker. I previously had one of those wire fold out ones and it kept falling and didn't take up enough space in my locker to make it worth the trouble. I love this shelf!! Thought it was pricey at first, but honestly....so worth it!

Wednesday, April 16, 2014

24 Bottle Wood Wine Rack w Glass Holder

24 Bottle Wood Wine Rack w Glass HolderThis is a great wine rack, fits with most decor, nice finish.......and the glass holder keeps your stemware handy and where they are needed. Easy assembly, a few screws and it's all done.

I was looking for a wine rack that could hold many wine bottles and stems at the time. This wine rack is sturdy and it's really easy to assemble. The stems do not fall from its place and it's easy to move around if you need to serve cheese and crackers over it. I got many nice compliments for its structure. I highly recommend it if you are looking for a practical wine rack and stem holder.

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I love this rack for many reasons, but foremost is it holds two dozen 750ml bottles in a tight space. In fact, the 'footprint' is less than two and a half feet by less than one and a half feet. Perfect for cramped quarters.

Assembly was a breeze. I did not have to refer to the instructions, and everything fit perfectly which indicates to me a high degree of manufacturing quality. One thing I did before assembling was to check that every piece mated properly and that nothing was broken. Once I was satisfied that I did not need to return it I wiped each component down with Old English Lemon Oil. This added step was well worth it because instead of a merely functional wine rack I now have an attractive piece of furniture.

Another thing I love about this rack is it's rock steady. In fact, the more bottles you store, the steadier it becomes. Of course the small table top is a plus I have a Chicago Cutlery 8-Piece Wine and Cheese Knife Set and coasters stored on the top.

Having heard about problems with some brands of stemware fitting the slots under the table top I was concerned, but I guess it's more of a problem with high end stems. I populated mine with Libbey brand with no problems.

For the price you cannot beat this for both beauty and function. Do be aware that some 1.5 liter (and larger) bottles will not fit properly in the rack, but if you mostly buy wines in 750ml bottles you will probably love this as much as I do.

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The final product is okay. The assembly directions were very poor. Plus one of the screw holes was stripped so I'm not too certain about the unit's stability at full capacity. Also, the slots for hanging stemmed wine glasses were very small and all different sizes. Most of our wine glasses will not fit.

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Friday, August 9, 2013

12" Shelf Bracket for Slatwall -Box of 48

12' Shelf Bracket for Slatwall -Black -Box of 48Nothing much to say here except that they work as advertised. Buying these by the box was an economical decision even though I now have more then I need.