This storage ottoman is almost exactly what I've been looking for for about a year now, and it's pretty much one of a kind.Nobody else makes anything like this (well, more on that in a minute).
What I wanted was a coffee table that had storage inside for things like throw pillows and blankets.But I essentially wanted it to then triple as an ottoman.This thing fit the bill.
The leather is very nice, and the construction of the unit feels very solid.It weighs a good amount.The storage space inside is wonderful, with enough room for 3 throw pillows and 3 large plush blankets.The top, which flips over, is the best feature of all.When in tray mode, it provides a very large surface.This is basically our dinner table, so it's important to have enough room, especially when we have friends over and we're all eating in front of the TV.When the top is in ottoman mode, it's great for putting your feet up on.Now everyone on our couch can put their feet up while watching a movie with us.It's great.
I had two worries about the unit, both of which were quickly appeased:
- On the tray side, I worried about spills.I worried that if someone spilled some liquid, it would get inside the cushion part of the lid.I didn't know how it was constructed, and how the surface was connected to the lip that goes around the edges.Fortunately for us, the tray side is covered with a laminate, and there isn't a seam anywhere on the tray.You may not like the laminate thing, but for us it suits our needs and it still looks very nice.
- On the ottoman side, I worried about sturdiness.I worried that if a guest wanted to sit on it to tie their shoe something, and that wasn't intended by the people who made this, that they'd just fall through! Again, fortunately there really is no chance of that.When the tray side is down, it meets up with a very wide lip in the storage part of the ottoman.I wouldn't jump on the thing, but I say there is no chance of the unit collapsing under the weight of even two large people.This is also great for us because it means we have two more seats at parties.
The only concern I have about the entire unit is that I wouldn't put too much weight on the tray side.It's certainly not designed to support a person sitting on it.I don't think there's much chance of putting too much weight on it, though, so this isn't really a concern for me, but you should be careful of that if you think of buying it.
Lastly, the price.It's excellent.In case you were searching for this, yes, it's the exact same storage ottoman that's being sold at World Market right now (the Owen?the Ryan? something like that).My wife and I considered buying it, but they didn't have it in any of their stores, only online.Well, online it was $189 + $35 shipping.We had a 10% off coupon, so that would have brought it down about $19.So yes, on Amazon even after shipping, we paid less than the World Market sale price minus the coupon!Fantastic!
It's a great ottoman/coffee table/storage unit and a great price.Highly recommended!
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This ottoman has 5 casters on the bottem easy moving for the prego wife, 4 tops that flip over, and 1 big storage container diveded into 4 spots, holds all my video games, blu rays, and blankets. 5 star product. great packaging too!
Bench had a big dent on the top of the lid where a block of styrofoam had been placed to keep it from shifting. It didn't look or feel like real leather, so I contacted the seller and they admitted it was "leather-like vinyl".They offered to refund the shipping(about 33.00) if I kept the bench. I don't want to keep it. The vinyl stretches and puckers if you sit on it.It just looks cheap. Now I have to re-pack it and send it back which is more than 33.00 worth of trouble.
this ottoman was exactly what I was looking for! its the perfect size for my living room and it hold all my kids toys and book. Its also very corfortable!
Ordered on 9/13/2009, had it delivered 9/21/2009.Well packaged & easy to open without risking damage to the ottoman.I have to say this was a GREAT value.Target had a 15% & free shipping promo when I ordered it, plus I usedthe AAA discount, so my final price including tax was $180 & I have to say I'm very happy with what I received for the price I paid.I'm no leather professional so I can't really say much about the leather other than it looks nice.One of our main concerns was that at the local Target store, their ottomans had protruding hinges (as future parents, we are buying furniture with safety in mind) and this ottoman's hinges are well concealed.I inspected the piece pretty closely & found no glaring problems.There are a few nicks on the feet, but you cannot see them so I wasn't worried.Why 4 stars & not 5?Because we've only had it in the house for 2 days so I can't vouch for its durability!
This ottoman is gorgeous, sturdy and very well made.I highly recommend it!The hinges on the inside are high quality and allow the lid to stay open; it doesn't slam shut on you.It is very roomy inside so you can store a lot of things.You won't be disappointed if you order this ottoman.Top quality!
This is a deal! The drawer is sturdy enough for most things. The ottoman itself looks and feels good. It comes fully assembled which is a BIG plus. And you can't beat the price.
The ottoman was received extra fast and was as described.It meets my needs perfectly.
We use this in our bedroom as a seat and to store sheet sets and duvets.I have around 7 sets of sheets and 4 king size duvets sets, and it houses them without issue.The leather is nice and firm, without being overly hard or stiff like cheap leather, as well as smooth.The stitching detains great workmanship.When you open the lid, you'll be impressed with the lining and the quality of the lining's workmanship.The hinge is also impressive.It never slams shut, even even holds the lid open when it's at less than 45 degrees.
Great ottoman..... but I have some issues. The first one I bought.....arrived promptly, but then broke my heart by having two broken legs, and a bad corner where the leather was messed up. I followed the protocol to return it, andAmazon. com was AMAZING getting it back to the warehouse, and sending me a new one. No hassles there. The replacement came w/ two really wobbly legs. The problem seems to be that a good product is getting beat up in the transit, and shoddy packaging offers little to no protection to the items weak point- the legs. I did not return the second one- b/c I truly love the ottoman- I had my husband drive in screws to tighten up the legs. And given that similar products on line cost double, I am not devastated. It would have been nice to receive the ottoman in perfect shape. But after having received two, in the same flimsy type box, I figured that wobbly legs were better than broken ones. Still a really nice piece, w/ seemingly endlessstorage potential-just think the whomever is prepping this thing for delivery should just slap a coupla pieces of styrofoam planking- or bubble wrap, or whatever. A Nice piece is getting beat up for no good reason, and you just hate to see that. The ottoman itself is great- wide and broad, elegant appearance, with a rich feel to the leather. Price is good too. The cheap price may be why the packaging is so stingy!
Very happy with the couch and ottoman.Looks great, very comfortable, a solid buy.