Suncast SS1000 Storage Seat

Suncast Storage Seat is ideal for you apartment - dwelling green thumbs! When you don't have a lot of space, organization is key. The Suncast Storage Seat is an ideal way to keep your gardening tools easily accessible when working on your balcony flower boxes, potted herb garden or tomato plants. And here's a bonus... this Storage Box also gives you a spot to sit while you're getting you hands dirty! The details: Also great for holding driveway salt, ice scrapers, gloves and other winter gear in your home's entryway or porch... or use it to keep all your grilling tools in one spot; Durable resin construction with stay-dry design to keep contents from getting soggy; Taupe color gets along with all sorts of styles and tastes; Measures 22 x 22 x 17" d.; 22-gallon capacity. Order yours now! Suncast Storage Seat

• Storage seat for holding yard, garden and recreation accessories
• Flat panel, Wainscot design in taupe
• Easy 5-minute, assembly (no tools required)
• Stay-dry design; durable resin construction
• Measures 24 by 22 by 17 ½ inches (W x D x H)

Product Dimensions: 22.5 x 17.5 x 22.5 inches ; 1 ounces
Shipping Weight: 14 pounds
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Robert S. Tobias (Arlington, VA USA)

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This review is from: Suncast SS1000 Storage Seat (Lawn & Patio)

The storage seat comes as six heavy duty plastic panels that snap together. Once assembled it is strong and sturdy. The lid/seat is hinged and overlaps the box so rain is kept out. The bottom is raised on short legs which also helps keep out moisture.

We use it to hold a large bag of charcoal, lighter fluid, and a small fire extinguisher. All the things necessary for a successful barbeque.

UPDATE 7/8/11 - Over a year later and the storage seat is still going strong. One thing has changed though. We've give up using lighter fluid and are instead using a Weber 87886 Chimney Starter. It works perfectly and there's no "lighter fluid" smell.

BTW, I feel that honest, effective reviews take the place of first-hand experiences that are lacking in online shopping. I've always appreciated the help I've gotten from other reviewers and continue to return the favor as best as I can. If you thought this review was helpful please let me know by clicking on "Yes" button where it asks. If there was anything you thought was lacking or unclear leave a comment and I'll do what I can to fix it.

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Buddy and Mini's Momma (Louisiana)

This review is from: Suncast SS1000 Storage Seat (Lawn & Patio)

I put this on my small patio, and it is great! It will not hold a large amount of items, but will hold many small items, for example, you could fit a 50 ft. hose, watering can and a couple chair pads, and some rope. It is so simple to put together, a couple quick snaps and your done! No nuts or bolts, but sturdy enough to hold my 245 lbs. husband! I actually bought this at a local Target store, and this is the best price.

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K. Levin (Oregon & Massachusetts)
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This review is from: Suncast SS1000 Storage Seat (Lawn & Patio)

Though this is not a toy box (by which I mean it does NOT include safety features like air holes), it was a cheap solution to my toddler's accumulation of messy looking toys in the backyard. I didn't want to carry dirt-encrusted toys into my house, and I couldn't stand to look at them any longer.

This comes flat. I assembled it myself in a few minutes without tools. It takes heavy pressure to pop the pieces together, but an average woman like myself can manage it. It looks fine, but it is not perfectly square and smooth. The plastic sides are thin enough that they can flex a bit and be slightly bowed.

The lid is not hinged. It simply sits on top of the box. The lid is not water-tight. If you store it in the open outdoors, objects inside will get wet/damp when it rains. For plastic toys, this hasn't been a problem for me.

An average size adult can sit on the lid and use it as a bench. It is only wide enough for one person. I don't know the maximum weight limit, but we've put about 175 pounds on it. It is slightly shifty/wobbly, so I wouldn't let a really large person sit on it, nor would I let a child climb on it as a toy. The lid could shift, etc.

I like it well enough that I'm considering getting a larger (wider) box like this for our front porch to hide a snow shovel and sand in the winter, and our beach toys and broom in the summer. I'm trying to find one assembled in a store to check out first, however, because a larger bench could be dangerous unless it is built a bit more sturdily than this small one.

***EDIT TO ADDRESS COMMENTS***
Several comments a year and a half after my original review complain that my review differs from their own experience of the box. Perhaps the box design changed between my initial review in 2005 and the product people received in 2007 and later? My box does not have a hinged lid, and a bit of water continues to enter the box, especially during wind-driven rain or snow that comes in at a low angle. The box is still in my yard, still holds an average adult with just a slightly wobbly bit of shifting, and it has lasted through over five years of New England weather very well.

I am very comfortable assembling DIY products and I follow directions precisely. I still recommend this box, and I'm happy to hear that it seems to be even better now than the one I got that has been so durable.