Can you use this as storage bench.. How study is it? Can you use for extra seating?
1845365
I would not. ClosetMaid makes a storage bench (we have several!) that would be better suited. But it is only 3 cubes, though the cubes are larger.
1845366
No, not as it is. The cubes that have backs on them are a veneered hard cardboard (one side looks like wood, the other - cardboard). They will not withstand any weight on them. But with that said, it is easy to put together, a nice looking dark wood colored shelf that can stand vertically or horizontally. We also bought storage bins to use with it and they worked nicely with it.
1845367
Very flimsy. It barely stands up straight. I threw mine away already after only five weeks. Complete waste of money
1987926
I would not recommend using this ottoman for seating. It's basically a coffee table with storage.
309142
Because the bench is split there is no storage. The seat is not leather, but a very high grade synthetic.I would like to add that the members of my condo association enjoy this bench and find it a very complimentary addition to our baby grand piano.
402493
I think it would be sturdy enough to be a seat, but as this is not its intended use, not sure if I would personally use it that way.
897748
Yes, you can sit on it however it is make of hard resin plastic so I wouldn't plan on using it permanently as a bench
603251
My best guess would say no. If you reinforced it a bit more, maybe, but I would still be quite wary of using it as seating.
1637283
I am not using the chest as a storage bench, however, it is sturdy enough to sit on. This product is very well made.
588851
The storage bench did not come with any weight limit that I know of. It is a sturdy piece of furniture that can probably hold up to three 250 lb. persons sitting on it. But that's just my estimation.
1475107
We'll, it doesn't really take a cushion. It is a flat surface and doesn't have a place for one. I guess you could put one on there. It would fit the length of the cabinet if you wanted one. I haven't used it as seating yet. I love the awesome room for storage for my patio cushions right now. It is sturdy enough if you want to add a cushion for seating.
1303925
I'm sorry, but i don't understand the question. Are you asking if you CAN? Or telling me you can? Can you please reask and reword your question? BTW i would NOT recommend this bench unless you are using it for very light exercising. It is very unsturdy when you begin to use heavy weights for exercising.
1847485
I honestly don't know its weight capacity but would NOT recommend its use as a bench seat. That said, if you removed the casters, I expect it would hold more weight- they are the weak factor. With them installed, the actual legs of the table are not touching the ground.
954531
I think it would highly depend on your climate. Due to the fact that the majority of this storage bench is made of MDF (Medium density fiberboard) It would eventually swell and decompose in climates with a lot of humidity. Personally I do not recommend this as an outdoor item unless you live in a VERY dry area and keep it out of the elements where it cannot get wet, ie a covered porch area & even then it would certainly shorten the lifespan of said storage bench.
789405
I'm so sorry for your loss. I believe it would be a lovely bench for that purpose. The only thing I would say as a negative is it's a little larger than some other benches which might not be perfect in a cemetery. Plus of course, I don't know how you could secure it so that no one could take off with it. Sadly they do that now and sometimes sell it for scrap. Except for that, I absolutely recommend this bench. It really is very lovely and sturdy. Take care.
2130646
I recommend these only as benches, not a table. We used it one season as a table and next year upgrading to a wooden picnic table. Yes, it will last, but it is NOT comfortable to sit at as a picnic table.
1938525
Besides the arm rests and high backrest, I guess it could serve as a bench. It's strong enough for several normal peoples weight.
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.
1979938
Anything can be sat on if you are brave enough, but I don't think it was ever intended to be used as a seat. Construction is solid for a hamper, but not designed for the stress of supporting a human. Top slats are about 1/4 inch thick, which won't hold up for long under repeated sitting. The depth to height ratio could make it a little unstable if sat on wrong. I think I would get a chair, bench or stool for your seating needs.