what does the back of it look like? is it the same wood as the top and sides b/c i am thinking of using it as a coffee table with storage? or would that look stupid? if the back is just a tack board or something it wouldnt work. thanks karen what does the back of it look like? is it the same wood as the top and sides b/c i am thinking of using it as a coffee table with storage? or would that look stupid? if the back is just a tack... » Read More what does the back of it look like? is it the same wood as the top and sides b/c i am thinking of using it as a coffee table with storage? or would that look stupid? if the back is just a tack board or something it wouldnt work. thanks karen « Show Less
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The back is the same as the inset on the sides. I think it might look too high for a coffee table but I haven't measured it and it would be a matter of individual taste. If I used it as a coffee table it would be too high to put my feet up on. I have it by my entertainment center against a wall and it is a decent height. It is a lovely piece and is heavier than I thought when it was put together. I love the color and the rich look and it was easy for my husband to put together.
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i would say the wood is a half shade lighter than I expected. I am very please with it for shoe storage at the back entance of my home.... in my opinion it works best at an entance from outside.
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The wood on the back is the same as top and sides. Might be a little higher than you want, get out a tape measure and see if the height is right. I think it would be adorable as a coffee table.
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The back of the hutch is a black cardboard. You would also be able to see all the nails on the edges which hold it on. It wouldn't be very attractive in plain sight. I recommend putting it up against a wall. Otherwise, it is a nice desk. Very study but it was hard to put together and the instructions were ridiculous.
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The back is just a cardboard panel that get nailed in. The finished wood look is actually on the inside of the shelves and the back is black. I guess you could reverse this piece so the finished side is facing out, but still just cardboard, not wood.
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The back is finished, but it has 2 boards that have to be nailed onto the back (small nails). If you used a black marker to hide the heads it would look OK I believe. Mine is sitting in the middle of the living room (bought it for my daughter but her house isn't ready yet) & I never noticed it until I actually LOOKED at it.
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Hey Katie,I have this coffee table & LOVE IT! The panels are almost 100% flat & even. The wood is fairly smooth-- not sanded down & lacquered, but a bit more rustic & natural. Hope that helps.
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It is a hard background, I would recommend not pinning anything to the back of the cabinet as it may ruin the look of it. The backing is a piece of wood, not cork-board.
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Shelves on both sides, the back is the wood bead board with black trim, looks good. I keep the shelf lifted as I have two counter top chairs and we eat breakfast here. It is a great island, but warning, difficult to put together. we ended up hiring someone as we aren't that great at these kinds of things. but I love my island.
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the back is the thin board like what you find in Ikea type drawer bottom, not quite wood but not cardboard either. I hope that helps.
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The back is not the same material but it looks the same. The sides are 1/2 inch in thick but the back is a single sheet of 1/8 thick panel. It looks like the sides. You really can't tell the difference. If you're thinking of using these as an end table for a sofa that's in the middle of a room, you should know the the edges of the sides facing the back are not finished as nicely as they are on the front. They are dark like the rest but a little rougher. Personally, I think they would work just fine, I do like the pair that I have in my bedroom. I just think you should know.
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It is pressed wood with a light cardboard back. Like the put it together furniture found at Wal-mart.It is not sturdy and you will need to bolt to wall. I had mixed emotions about keeping or returning when I unpacked it, but I was stuck on space so I kept it.If you are looking for quality ---- move on. If you just need a solution to a small space it might be right for you keeping your expectations lower.
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It looks like real wood to me. Th stain is dark but I can see the wood grain. The bottom panels in drawer look like thin plywood but the legs , desktop and external panels look like solid wood. We have had it almost one year and it looks good and is holding up fine we just use it as a desk to hold a laptop , monitor and a lamp we r not very rough on it.
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The back is finished but there is a raised lip on both sides and back for the cushion. I suppose you could use it as a coffee table if you don't mind that, we have it at the foot ofOur bed. It is not very high either.
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My wife and I think it is a great looking bench. It is not lightweight by any stretch of the imagination but it is lighter than the Coaster Storage. Mine is a black faux leather but it looks great in my bedroom. I feel I got lucky with this purchase. This one also is smaller than the other one so you have to consider that. Tough to pick since I like the look of both
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My son put the table together some time ago but I will answer your questions as best I can. The table does need the bottom shelf for stability and all the wood has been stained. I will say it is a good sturdy table, just a little shorter than I thought. We are pleased with it. Good luck!
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There is a thick piece of card board for the back side. I wouldn't suggest you buy this b/c it's a pain to put together. I had four people try to figure it out and to this day it's still not fully put together
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I would check the desk and the hardware. I got mine with bad pices missing hardware. And it was a nightmare to build. The instructions where poor and horrible!! I wish I had to retunred it. one of the drawers dis not. So it missing the top drawers!! Horrible purchase. Anyway. you can post your email and I'll send ypu a copy of the instructions
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Everything is wood but the back of the drawer has a small piece at each side which looks like hard board. In between these pieces is wood like the rest of the table. I use mine as bed side tables.