Furinno Tioman Outdoor Hardwood Cooler storage box
Furinno Tioman Outdoor Hardwood Cooler storage box
Ample Storage Soace
There is ample space to store and keep beverages cold which is perfect for summer activities or home parties.
Multipurpose Uses
Close the lid and use it as a coffee table while having a picnic outside.
Built to Last
Dark Red meranti wood from Malaysia treated with teak oil: Built to resist all four seasons and range of climates. A coat of teak oil may be applied regularly to maintain the golden brown appearance.
| Size: | 63.5 (W) x 43.9 (H) x 47 (D) cm |
| Dimensions: | 46.99 x 63.5 x 43.94 cm; 12 Kilograms |
| Brand: | Furinno |
| Model: | FG19917 |
| Colour: | Natural |
| Pack Quantity: | 1 |
| Manufacture: | Furinno |
| Department: | Unisex |
| Dimensions: | 46.99 x 63.5 x 43.94 cm; 12 Kilograms |
| Quantity: | 1 |
| Size: | 63.5 (W) x 43.9 (H) x 47 (D) cm |
Went together fairly easy. My granddaughter was pleased. Had to do some modifications as we needed it sealed to the ground. The description was not clear, the picture looked like it went to the ground on all 4 sides. Had to cut 4 pieces of wood to seal up. Other than that it is very sturdy.
I purchased this wooden deck box to replace a resin unit on my deck. For $75 it’s not bad. The box itself assembled fine. Did not take too long to assemble. I was not certain how well it would hold up in the weather so I applied a coat of teak oil to all of the surfaces. I agree with all of the reviews about the negative comments on the supplied hinges and that the assembly instructions could be better. I suspect these hinges are also used for the longer heavier deck boxes offered but for this small unit it is overkill. I did not bother trying to install the supplied hinges because they were stiff and risked pinching when trying to install. So I purchased separately a 1-1/2 x 12″ long piano hinge and installed it on the back. Then I used a couple of screws from the hinges and installed a tether on the lid and the other end attached to the box. It works fine and easy to replace. Knowing now what to expect with this box I think I would buy it again if it lasts a few years.
Pretty good, I think
There was quite a bit of confusion regarding actual delivery, but it had a happy end and I got my parcel, albeit a few days after expected date. I have no idea which member of the family signed for it – it says it was me, but it really wasn’t! No matter – I have it!
The package had had additional parcel tape added to it. This wasn’t a surprise, as I bought it from Amazon Warehouse, which means it was a returned item. I was prepared for a problem or two.
The only real problem was that the packet of screws and specialist bolts were missing. I contacted what if I recall correctly Amazon calls a ‘Customer Consultant’ and that consultant was a very nice person, very helpful and gave me a credit to help with the cost of the replacement items I’d need to buy, so I was very pleased by that. Apparently, Amazon don’t have a facility for replacement parts.
The parts were in extremely good condition, with only a couple of minor cracks in the wood which are fixable and I will be doing that, along with a lot of other work which is additional in accordance with my own personal requirements and not a reflection on the item itself.
I will be fine grain sanding the whole thing down before adding a finish to the wood. Ditto filling in any gaps, which there are some. As a comment regarding the gaps, I agree with other customers who have correctly said that this means the item is not waterproof. But I believe the quote is weatherproof, which is a different thing. If you want that, in my personal opinion, each of the joints would need to be caulked with a strong substance. Once that has dried and cured, then you need to apply what basically amounts to a rain jacket. That can be achieved, albeit temporarily with oil. The more obvious is either varnish or paint. Which leads to another thing – apparently there has been a treatment with teak oil, which has the ability, given there is enough of it, to peel either paint or varnish straight off. So I will have to do a bit of trial and error with that, as I want to varnish it – the wood is so very pretty, I want to enhance it!
What also seems to be unnoticed by quite a few people is that this item is actually made from what is commonly referred to as rubberwood. It comes from a tree which, in its youth, is used to harvest latex. If you have issues with that substance – and I do! – a pair of protective gloves will be needed, but once you have a proofing coat on it, it can’t touch you any longer, so end of issue. It’s nice to think that instead of the poor old tree ending up as firewood, it gains another purpose in life.
I’d like to thank those who have shown weak spots in the construction, as that gives me an advantage in addressing likely issues before they happen.
Being as the wood, I have already discovered, is quite porous, were it to be used outside, I would be extremely lavish with any protective coating and would likely put a cover over it in really dreadful weather, especially torrential rain – that stuff isn’t kind to painted finishes and especially when it turns into hailstones. I’ve had a perfectly well-painted item peel like a banana in the face of that stuff, which came down so hard it was almost the equivalent of shot-blasting! Ice and frost too are devils, since frozen water expands, so the slightest dink in paintwork and it will force it open and in goes the water!
I’ve yet to investigate the much-mentioned hinges! I can see them in the pack and they are pretty meaty. I will be taking the spring mechanism off, as I really don’t need it. Were it to go outside, I’d have a couple of strong catches either side instead of the spring. It remains to be seen as to how vicious the hinge is, but I won’t be putting myself at risk in my investigations.
Oh – I forgot to say – the item is HEAVY. I got my faithful little trolley to trundle the thing indoors before I unpacked it.
I didn’t notice a particularly strong smell coming from this. I could faintly smell spirit, but doubtless that was mixed with the ‘oil wash’ that they apply to the parts. I didn’t have any issues with the protective polystyrene type packing sticking to the item. My guess is that, for those who suffered that particular problem, they drew a short straw whereby someone in the factory over-egged the pudding a bit with the wash. Spirit or oil can often damage or melt plastic type things, as I have discovered by accident in the past.
Having now seen my little ‘box’, I like it so much I can’t bear to use it outside! This is staying inside with me, so I will prepare, construct and finish it accordingly. I will try hard to remember to post an update once I have finished, in case there are any other things to note and, hopefully, all being well, post a finished photo.
This is the cheapest Teak chest you are going to find by at least $100. There are some acacia wood chest out there for little more. Overall this is good value but there are some issues you should take into account.
WORKMANSHIP: Good fit. Simple but well manufactured. The hinges are an issue. (See Below)
MATERIALS: All the Rails, the Top and the bottom are solid Teak. (See Images) The infill panels are Teak plywood not solid, but it is Teak. This is probably the reason it is only $112.
FINISH: I would recommend you buy some Teak Oil and put a second coat on them before you assemble. It will take about 16 oz. per chest. Depending on your weather and the box location, you will need to do this every one to two years.
ASSEMBLY: The box is EASY to assemble. You do need to second set of hands to help put it together, unless you are a major DIYer and are use to working alone (then tape/clamps). My daughter helped me.
HINGES: The major weakness in the design. The hinges are spring loaded. the lid will stay open and closed until you choose. This would include in a hurricane. This does make it varmint and child proof. Use the spring adjustment bolt to lessen the tension on the springs. NOW here is the real problem. The hinges are so strong and teak is a soft wood. The screws provided work fine to attach the hinges to the SIDES of the chest, but will pull out of the TOP. What i did is replaced the TOP screws with #10 yellow zinc alloy bolts, washers, lock washers and nuts. ($6.00 at HD. See Attached images). You have to drill a hole through the lid. If you do not want to go to this effort, then I recommend replacing the TOP screws with #12 x 3/4″ zinc coated screws. These threads should be big enough to hold, but I wanted to make sure I did not have to come back.
NOT WEATHERPROOF: Sides are but the TOP is not (would let rain through the slats). I have it on a back porch so not a problem. You could caulk the TOP slats from the inside and then it would waterproof.
I bought two of these chest and actually just ordered a third. Good Luck, I hope you read this before you buy it. Gle
I really don’t have many complaints about this storage container. It was delivered undamaged and all parts there. All of it came together very well accept one of the screws broke off at the top while screwing it in didn’t get it far in the wood or used much force and it broke off. Once i finally had it all put together had trouble with the hinged part it wouldnt close so i took the springs off and it works just fine. This was purchased to be used indoors as storage and i must say i am pleased with the size and how much i can put in it since it’s being used to store blankets and sheets. I would purchase again.
Once put together it's a great little box !
. But if you ignore the spring and don’t use it ! (which was much too strong) and give the hinges a little spray with WD40. It’s a great little box! Got watering can , garden tools etc and my garden shoes in it!
Nice design poor quaility
The design of the deck box is great. It’s just what you need and well thought through. What let’s it down is the build quality. It’s been rushed, visible glue marks, poor sanding of the wood and poor routing of the sunken lines. The teak staining is also somewhat lack lustre.
I had to sand down the whole box and re do the dunked lines. Once done I then had to re stain with teak wood stain, let it dry then teak oil to finish. By the time you add on the stain, oil and labour to finish it correctly, it’s an easy 200 deck box.
POOR QUALITY BUILD AND BE READY TO FINISH IT YOURSELF AT EXTRA COST. NOT WORTH THE MONEY.
Good box
Better instructions , best to remove spring From hinge and fix to side panels first.offer lid to side panel allowing half inch overhang of lid mark holes to run pilot holes late
I have a propane tank on my deck in the corner which feeds my firepit. The deck builder put a basic box over it that I had to completely pick up and move aside each time I wanted to light or extinguish the fire. Not a big deal but annoying. I wanted something nicer with a hinged lid so I could more easily access the gas valve. This box is beautiful and very sturdy! I put it together leaving off the bottom so it fits nicely over the gas tank, and the lid opens and closes for each use. Perfect and doubles as an extra seat when needed!
I have a propane tank on my deck in the corner which feeds my firepit. The deck builder put a basic box over it that I had to completely pick up and move aside each time I wanted to light or extinguish the fire. Not a big deal but annoying. I wanted something nicer with a hinged lid so I could more easily access the gas valve. This box is beautiful and very sturdy! I put it together leaving off the bottom so it fits nicely over the gas tank, and the lid opens and closes for each use. Perfect and doubles as an extra seat when needed!
Good solid garden box that will not blow away in the wind
Good solid garden box that will not blow away in the wind. Have arthritis in hands so can not tell you if it is an easy assembly as man next door did it for me but he did it in half an hour. It has a good firm closing lid that does not flap about or rattle with the wind.
This storage box is a nice option for storing the small stuff that collects on the patio. Nice look, sturdy, and easy to assemble except for the hinges that attach the top to the base. But, do not give up because once installed, the top springs up and remains stationary while loading or unloading the box. I treated mine with boiled linseed oil and it weathers well. A great value.
This storage box is a nice option for storing the small stuff that collects on the patio. Nice look, sturdy, and easy to assemble except for the hinges that attach the top to the base. But, do not give up because once installed, the top springs up and remains stationary while loading or unloading the box. I treated mine with boiled linseed oil and it weathers well. A great value.
Took a few minutes to put this together like all imports but this box is great looking and serves a purpose too! I use this for my patio to store all my pool stuff in like my pool cleaning robot and lounge cushions. I bought some teak oil and coated it thoroughly and it looks awesome on my pool deck. Classic wood look is a lot better than that plastic stuff they are selling. Looks expensive but from the price of the plastic stuff, it is about the same cost and well worth it. I added a lounge cushion to the top so that you can sit on it near the pool. If you want it waterproof, just add some weather proof lining inside the box using a staple gun. Love my new deck box and will be buying another to store other patio stuff with.