Is the top fragile and do you have to take care not to burn it with hot carryout, etc?
587159
I do not think the top is fragile at all. I usually used a placemat for everything because I don't want to damage the wood but I have used this table all the time since I bought it, and so far I have no problems. It does not scratch easy. Even maintenance is quite easy, i just use a damp cloth to clean and that's it. I have been using this table for quite some time now. I really love this table. It was little difficult to assemble at first because it is quite heavy. I spend at least 30 minutes, However once assembled it is really sturdy and has a beautiful finish. The color is not really espresso, it does have a dark cherry reddish tint to it but barely noticeable. Also, the packaging was cared for and delivery was fast. I hope this helps.
1260218
press gently on the top ..i love it...could crack the bottom very easily ..treat with care
586072
I would be hesitant to serve anything hot in it, which you probably wouldn't do anyway. Tin teapot and cups would become hot also. But something cold or warm should be okay.
326674
I would think something would have to be heated to the extreme before it could cause damage like melting. I have hot coffee on mine everyday and have no problems.
359437
No - Very breakable, after 1 use, the top was drying on the counter, was knocked off onto a wooden floor and cracked down entire side. Cost to replace - $42 with shipping - no way
1348623
yes, the stone seems to be pretty indestructible. Just done drop it or sit on top of hot burner.
952885
I would say No. It's made of a pretty durable plastic,similar to a hard plastic cutting board.It has several little legs on the bottom (approx 1" or so high) that allows it to rest abovethe burners. I'm pretty sure a hot burner would damage it. Hope this helps
269582
Just don't move it / shake it - it will / does scratch a glass cooktop. (I know from personal experience.)
1131294
The heaviest item I've put on it was probably around 5 lbs (a pot full or chili). I can't imagine that weight would cause any damage to it. it's a good little burner and well worth the price. Good luck!
1615015
It is made of glass so it would get hot quick but the glass is quite thick and should hold up well. The top is plastic though so I don't know about how that would do.
102509
The top doesn't get hot but the proximity to the flames would heat up a drink. For safety reasons we always use side tables for drinks and food whenever the fire is on. When the glass cover is placed over the firebox (fire is not on of course) then the table can easily hold drinks as a regular coffee table would. That being said...this is a spectacular piece that's the center of attention in our lanai. Everyone loves it...it's been called sexy, elegant, dramatic, classy...etc. Everyone who sees it wants one! We love it!
952883
Ann, I wouldn't because it's heavy plastic material. It's durable and won't scratch glass/ceramic cook-tops but it would melt if put on a hot stove or one that hasn't cooled off enough. If your concern is about protecting your cat from jumping hot stove, I recommend that you place a pan of water on the burner that was turned off. That way the burner is covered, nothing will burn. When it's cooled, then place counter top on stove. Hope this helps.
665886
Please make sure the merchant will send it in rugged and double boxed cartons, otherwise the glass top will break during transportation since the glass is very heavy and long. Mine shattered in thousand pieces and lots of headache to get my my back which took several months.
88683
The top is very durable. We have had it for almost 5 years and it has been spilled and climbed up on and has held up very well. I have even sat on it a few occasions and it held up just fine. I don't think the material of the top is the same as the legs, not a solid wood top, but still very durable.
873400
I've seen no damage underneath. The top and sides do get very hot. I keep the back of mine away from the wall.
292646
Top Shelf is worth it if you don't have alot of extra space to store all the extra play kitchen paraphernalia. We put my kiddos utensils, small appliances on the top shelf. The oven door might be the only area that might get damaged with a rough boy...my girl is not rough, but she did sit on the drop down door and now the hinges are bent so the door doesn't close properly...something that could be easily replaced...
610608
Don't ever do that. The top neither the glass is heat resistant. Unless you want to ruin your investment.