Is the lid sturdy enough that you can sit on it (as a chair, not as a comode)?
1064998
I weigh 160 lbs and it seems plenty sturdy to me. There are no warnings in the owner/operator manual about not sitting on it.
1064999
Yes, this lid is definitely sturdy thick plastic (as a "chair") Overall piece sturdy plastic.
2233089
Yes, very solid, and you can sit on it with the lid closed. I got two to replace two old seats. They are great, and good price too.
598250
absolutely can, however, it is not sturdy enough for people to lean on. It's got some weight to it, but not enough that you can push down on it much. Honestly I've had 3 different kinds of these, and this one far and away if the best one I've owned. One of the plastic cup/chip holders has a crack in it, but I'm just chalking that up to normal wear and tear. I'd easily rebuy this one again if something happened to the one I own now.
254968
It looks as though you can. You wouldn't want to put anything too tall in there as the lid doesn't close well.
1824732
Yes. It is a very solid product and I do not see any issues with you sitting on it. If it gets a lot of use, you may have to tighten the screws (easy to do by hand) every once and a while.. but other than that you should be fine.
1586783
Yes, it is very sturdy and I have put a drink on mine and it stayed without spilling. I love mine. It is much nicer than the picture.
1230237
Yes. The lid is ridged and has an inner part that snaps in place and sandwiches a metal screen. I wouldn't recommend sitting or placing heavy objects on it. I have installed hundreds of these barrels and highly recommend it.
1549552
Seat is plastic but seems as sturdy as it needs to be. The lid however isn't sturdy enough to be used as a seat.
1237154
Sturdy, yes. The seat space isn't very deep though, so size may be an issue for a bigger person.
347135
It is very well built, but I wouldn't recommend using it as a seat. There is a chance of compromising the seal along the lid.
904183
Yes, the lid does snap securely on and the edges are not sharp. Hope this helps!
588152
No, the top is not sturdy enough. It is too soft to set a drink down without something solid underneath. I do not recommend this ottoman, as the seams seem to split soon after usage.
219047
Yes. It is sturdy. It doesn't feel hollow and has a little bit of weight to it.
140397
Although it is well made, I wouldn't try to put your entire body weight on the lid. I have sat down on it though without mishap. Hope this helps.
297134
Yes, it's very sturdy. The design is very open and airy so that it doesn't look bulky and heavy. The only trouble I had assembling it was that I was by myself. It's doable but would be easier with someone to help you. Screwing the chair cushion was a little difficult. Over all, I'm happy with it.
715338
Cannot be used as a bench.....the lid is sturdy enough to set something of 10-25 pounds or so, but I would not let a person of more than about 15 pounds sit atop. It latches, so it won't blow open in winds, but is not think enough to support a person. That's my experience.
70684
I would say no. I have never tried it but it is not very strong and I'm sure would not withstand sitting on it. It is very nice though.