is this chest solid wood or is it particle board with a wood over lay? Also, some reviews said there was cedar isdie and some say not. which is it?
1130670
I do not know if it is solid wood, but it was very strong and heavy when it was being assembled. The chest that I have contains cedar, however, it does not give off a strong cedar smell.
1130671
It's heavy particle board with a wood veneer. And...mine is lined with cedar. ;)
1130672
The chest is not solid cedar inside and out. But I do believe the outside is real wood. It has a cherry stain on the outside and is cedar on the inside. I am pleased with my purchase for the price.
764653
Its not made of solid wood, so it probably is particle board. However, it is a solid piece and has some weight.
1013395
I'm pretty sure its solid wood. Its a very sturdy, heavy table of good quality. I've had mine for about two years and still think about how beautiful it is.
1961961
It is not solid wood. It's particle board like most all tv stands in this price range. Thus far I haven't noticed any longevity issues (though I haven't had it for more than a few months) and it seems like it will last longer than the stand it replaced.
1735930
My gut is that it's particle board. It is very sturdy though, and I continue to get compliments on it. it really is perfect for a corner space. If it's not 100% wood, it sure looks like it is.
645212
Mike it is made from solid wood. I purchased the first so that I could check it out. We liked it so much we purchased a second one. The are beautiful. We are very happy we purchased both of them. Yes they are solid wood. Shipped all good in one piece.
815218
It is particle board with veneer. I thought it was going to be solid wood but really nice. Sauder replaced some particle board damaged in shipping for free via 3 day UPS. Don't worry about sag though. The front rails which are solid wood will keep the shelves from sagging.
405581
If I knew what I know now about this so called cedar chest, I never ever would have ordered it. It may be lined with cedar but it is particle board and a bit pricey for particle board. I waited too long to try to return it and the company would not hear of it. So I suggest if you do order this that you open the box immediately and check it out before time runs out to return it. So I am stuck with this cheep looking cedar chest that I bought for my little granddaughter. So disappointment. The description does not match the product. If you can find someone locally who makes cedar chest's, I would suggest you go that route. Just saying... If I knew what I know now about this so called cedar chest, I never ever would have ordered it. It may be lined with cedar but it is particle board and a bit pricey for particle board. I waited too long to try to return it and the company would not hear of it. So I suggest if you do order this that you open the box immediately and check it out before time runs out to return it. So I am stuck with this cheep looking cedar chest that I bought for my little granddaughter. So disappointment. The description does not match the product. If you can find someone locally who makes cedar chest's, I... » Read More If I knew what I know now about this so called cedar chest, I never ever would have ordered it. It may be lined with cedar but it is particle board and a bit pricey for particle board. I waited too long to try to return it and the company would not hear of it. So I suggest if you do order this that you open the box immediately and check it out before time runs out to return it. So I am stuck with this cheep looking cedar chest that I bought for my little granddaughter. So disappointment. The description does not match the product. If you can find someone locally who makes cedar chest's, I would suggest you go that route. Just saying... « Show Less
529856
It is solid wood...but it is not hardwood. It isn't a solid piece of oak, or cherry, or mahogany, etc. The finish is veneer. I just wanted to clarify.
1734661
It IS solid wood, but it's predominantly a light wood over which a dark veneer has been applied. It's sturdy but with four legs and no drawers, it's not as solid as a desk would be. Still, I'm sitting at mine that I've had for a year, right now and I like it just fine. I use it every single day - just not for real heavy stuff like a heavy monitor or something like that.
1973913
the frame is real wood with oak veneer. The drawers are pressed wood with oak veneer fronts and Masonite bottoms. . The drawers slide on a routed groove on each side. That does make them shift slightly from side to side. The unit is quite heavy. This is not the quality of expensive oak furniture but is the quality of a $55 small chest. I'm pleased with the item and would buy it again.
611794
Real wood. It is also sealed and painted, but it is definitely too heavy to be particle board. It's a nice, simple desk with the sturdiness of something much more expensive/substantial.
574906
The entire piece is real wood. The back panel seems to be laminate. None of the item is made of particle board/mdf.
1646184
It is particle board, but thick and heavy. For the price, it is good quality.
376864
I don't believe it is particle board. It has the look and feel of solid wood. It is well made.
1620475
It is not wood! My husband is a home builder and he says it is not solid wood. He says more like particle (pressed) board. And it is very small. I don't think it was worth the price i paid for it.
1726206
I believe it is real wood as I really had to hammer hard to pet the name plate I ordered on. It is really a beautiful chest and I'm very happy with it.