Winsome Wood Wine Cabinet, Walnut

 (36 customer reviews)

I've read other reviews on this cabinet that suggest it is difficult to assemble so I made sure to check my watch as I got started. It took a total of 52 minutes to unpack, inventory all the pieces and assemble the cabinet. There was one spot where a back panel did not slide in easily and a quick scrape with the screwdriver provided enough clearance to fix that problem. The last bolt requires that you reach into the back of one bottle slot to secure it but the hex design and allen wrench means it can easily be done without being able to see it. The allen wrench is provided with the kit and the only other tool you need is a screwdriver. My only complaint is that there is no stop on the drawer to prevent it from being pulled completely out. For the price that seems like a small problem and one I can easily over look.

The item arrived in a battered box. It appeared to have been someone else's returned merchandise. The box contained all of the necessary hardware, etc. One of the side panels has a rough exterior facing, which detracted from the finish. Fortunately, the cabinet is placed in a postion where this is hidden from view. If I have to change its location, it will be a visible flaw. (This is probably why it was returned merchandise). Anyway, I decided to keep it. Once assembled, it was very sturdy and a full array of wine bottles does not create any sag or imbalance. Just be aware that this item is imported from Asia and quality control may be a little sub-standard.

Very nice product. It was easy to assemble and yet looks quite sturdy and almost antique-like. It looks nice with other furniture. I especially like the drawer to put corkscrews, openers, etc. I would recommend this product highly.