Customer Reviews
Excellent Cabinet, but Arrived with Damaged Parts
I've been searching for a cabinet with these specific dimensions for my coffee station, and this one fits the bill perfectly. After using it for a few weeks, I can confidently say it's a great piece, though there were some notable issues during assembly. What I Loved:Premium Look & Feel: The "walnut" finish looks and feels surprisingly like real wood—not the cheap, vinyl-wrapped particleboard I was expecting. The fluted design and the gold handles really elevate the piece and give my living room a modern, high-end feel. Smart Storage: The interior storage is excellent. The adjustable shelves are a huge plus, allowing me to customize the space to fit everything from tall coffee syrups to smaller mugs and accessories. Accurate Color: The walnut color is exactly as pictured and described, which is a relief when ordering furniture online. Areas for Improvement:Assembly is a Challenge: While the final product is worth it, assembly is time-consuming. It took me about three hours to do it alone, and it would have been much faster with two people. The most frustrating part was the door alignment—the hinges are tricky, and I haven't been able to get the doors to close perfectly or align properly, which is a definite drawback. Damaged Upon Arrival: Several corners and edges of the doors were chipped and scratched. I'd highly recommend checking every piece for damage before you start building. Fortunately, Hawkins Woodshop's customer support was excellent and offered a 15% discount as a resolution, which I accepted to avoid the hassle of a return. Final Verdict:Despite the assembly frustrations and the shipping damage, the cabinet is functional, looks great, and provides the storage I needed. The aesthetics and customizable interior make it a solid purchase. However, the quality control on shipping and the tricky assembly cost it a star. I recommend it with the caveat to be prepared for a potentially difficult build and to inspect all parts upon arrival.
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Amazing Walnut Fluted Sideboard
It looks amazing! It fits well in our foyer and I will give it 5 stars. It wasn’t too bad to put together and shows well. It complements what we have in our house and adds a modern touch which we wanted and the price was reasonable. Thank you very much!
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