SEI Laminate Wheeled Sewing Table, White Review

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(More customer reviews)First, let me say that over the course of 35 years, I've assembled dozens of pieces of furniture: bookcases, desks, other sewing machine tables, media centers, etc. I expected to have no problems assembling this.
Boy, was I wrong.
Let me back up a little. I really wanted to give this table a good review. It's a nice design: good size, useful features. It's just that in translating the design to the real world, the manufacturer really screwed up.
I knew I was in for trouble when I discovered that, in a couple of instances, the assembly sheet bore little resemblance to the pieces I actually had; most particularly, in the predrilled hole markings. An accurate drawing is sometimes the only way you can tell if you've got a large square piece oriented correctly. Frankly, I had to do more than a little guessing. Extremely annoying.
Worse, the hardware choices were downright poor. The whole thing should have been assembled with cam locks: easy, quick, sturdy, and for the five of them that *were* used, smooth white plastic covers were provided for a finished look. Unfortunately, the bulk of the table assembles with a bolt-and-T-bar combination that's not nearly as sturdy. Three of the metal T-bars broke in half, if you can believe that; whatever metal was used was cheap and crumbly. I ended up jury-rigging a fastening for the three bolts, rather than write to the manufacturer for more T-bars that would likely break as easily as the first ones. No white covers were provided for the bolts, so all these big dark bolt-heads stand out against the white.
The bolts for the casters weren't long enough to be safely used; two of the nuts wouldn't fasten on at all, but kept spinning around. In any case, and after my experience with the T-bars, I'm not sure I trust the strength of the metal used in the bolts. If I decide to put the casters on, I'll be paying a visit to the hardware store for some decent steel bolts and wing nuts. Right now, the table sits directly on my wooden floor and is easy enough to move.
*sigh* Like I said: I like the design of this table. It has a nice big drop leaf that's handy for working with lots of fabric. The lower shelf is a perfect size for stashing away my paint box and a few sewing accessories, and in general, I'm going to get a lot of use out of it. But would I buy it again, knowing what I know now? And would I recommended it?
No. For $130, look elsewhere.


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With its compact shape and multiple shelves, this sewing station from SEI lets you craft away in comfort and then stash your tools between sessions. Crafted with a durable construction and a white laminate finish, the piece features a clever folding leaf and rolling casters that can lock into place. The lower shelf is roomy enough to support a sewing machine, while two tiered side shelves hold patterns, shears, pincushions, and other supplies. Straightforward and crisp in looks, the piece wipes down easily and measure 31-1/2 by 19 by 29-1/2 inches. Some assembly is required before use.

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