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Customer Reviews for Marin 43 Media Console

Marin 43 Media Console

Centuries of Chinese craftsmanship meet mid-century modern in a new minimalist classic. Crafted of solid weathered elm with traditional wood-on-wood joinery techniques-without the use of nails or screws-this contemporary collection combines generous media storage with striking clean lines. Handsome 43 console accommodates a flat-panel TV; clever slatted doors allow for easy remote control signal access to electronics. Inside are one adjustable shelf and multiple cord cutouts in the back panel. Tung tree oil finish, a natural oil derived from the seeds of the tung tree nut, preserves the natural beauty and grain of the wood. Marin occasional tables also available. -Created in collaboration with designer Maria Yee -Solid elm -Traditional Chinese joinery using no nails or screws -Tung tree oil exterior finish, water-based interior finish -One adjustable shelf -Cord management cutouts -Adjustable leg levelers included -Made in China
Average Rating
4.727 out of 5
4.7
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Number of reviews: 11 Reviews
11 of 11(100%)customers would
recommend this product to a friend.
Customer Reviews for Marin 43 Media Console
Review 1 for Marin 43 Media Console
Overall Rating
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Jntracey
Location:Connecticut.
Dwelling:house
Style:classic
Heard about Reviews from:Email
Purchased from:Store
Would you recommend this product? Yes
Date: March 4, 2013

Beautiful piece

"The color of this wood is beautiful, the design is unique, and the construction is solid. We are really thrilled with this purchase."
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
Review 2 for Marin 43 Media Console
Overall Rating
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
BKLORPASD
Location:Denver, CO
Dwelling:house
Style:classic
Heard about Reviews from:Email
Purchased from:Store
Would you recommend this product? Yes
Date: March 4, 2013

Great Piece

"I love this piece of furniture! We have a very specific space that needed to be filled and the measurements of this console fit the ticket. That may be the reason I ordered it but not why I gave it four stars...it is absolutely gorgeous - my new favorite piece of furniture. It has more character than most consoles you can find. It is pricey but worth it. The only reason I did not give it 5 stars is one of the doors is not perfectly flush with the top but my family says I am the only one who notices."
Review 3 for Marin 43 Media Console
Overall Rating
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
dohacl
Location:Vienna, Va
Dwelling:house
Style:classic
Heard about Reviews from:Website
Purchased from:Store
Would you recommend this product? Yes
Date: March 4, 2013

exactly what I wanted

"This purchase has been a long time coming. Our flat screen was sitting atop an old media center with the old big tv still in it! Eyesore to say the least! Finally decided to get in gear and find a new, appropriate piece. This would also force us to get rid of the old stuff. We looked at several pieces and they all started looking the same. We knew we didn't want a glass front or an open front. When we saw this piece we just knew it was right!! We love the slatted front. We have no problem with the remote signal reaching the receiver box. This is a beautiful piece of furniture. Everytime I walk into the family room I feel so content with my purchase and the fact that this console will work with any other furniture we buy in the future."
Review 4 for Marin 43 Media Console
Overall Rating
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
Tedandtre
Location:Southwest Utah
Dwelling:house
Style:contemporary
Heard about Reviews from:Website
Purchased from:Website
Would you recommend this product? Yes
Date: January 13, 2013

Great piece of furniture

"We live in a desert community and the piece looks great in our minimulist living room. Love the fact the doors stay closed and can still change channels and store videos . The wood has a not unpleasant order that is starting to dissipate after a week. Could not be happier with the purchase."
2 of 3 people found this review helpful.
Review 5 for Marin 43 Media Console
This review is fromMarin 43 Media Console.
Overall Rating
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
midsummerderby
Location:Saratoga Springs, NY
Dwelling:house
Style:traditional
Would you recommend this product? Yes
Date: February 4, 2013

Elegant and sleek

"We really like this media console. It hides all of our media components, cable box, wifi router, modem etc. Its a cool design, but for some reason our IR in our remote control has trouble sending signals to the cable box. You have to angle your line of sight between the slats in the front in order to get the remote to work. My husband finds this annoying- his solution is opening the door when hes watching tv..."
Review 6 for Marin 43 Media Console
Overall Rating
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Anonymous
Location:Seattle
Dwelling:house
Heard about Reviews from:Website
Purchased from:Store
Would you recommend this product? Yes
Date: October 19, 2012

Mid Century Classic

"I had been looking for a media console for quite some time. This piece is unique with a timeless design that matches my Lane 1960's furniture perfectly!"
3 of 3 people found this review helpful.
Review 7 for Marin 43 Media Console
Overall Rating
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
TPot
Location:Memphis, TN
Dwelling:house
Would you recommend this product? Yes
Date: October 2, 2012

Worth the price!

"I went back and forth on whether or not this piece was worth the price, particularly because we were going to have to pay to have it shipped to us. In the end, my husband ordered it for me for my birthday. The shipping was fast, and it was well packaged. When we got the piece out of the box, however, one of the doors seemed slightly crooked. It wasn't that noticeable, but I was disappointed given what we had spent on the piece. I called C&B, and they immediately shipped a replacement without any argument. I was so impressed with the customer service. The new console is gorgeous and really adds a special touch to our room. The quality is wonderful and it's so unique."
4 of 4 people found this review helpful.
Review 8 for Marin 43 Media Console
Overall Rating
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Lornavz
Location:schwenksville, PA
Dwelling:house
Style:traditional
Heard about Reviews from:Email
Purchased from:Store
Would you recommend this product? Yes
Date: September 8, 2012

great console

"well built ,perfect size! love the modern look and color,and the slotted doors let you change the channels without opening them."
2 of 2 people found this review helpful.
Review 9 for Marin 43 Media Console
Overall Rating
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
WOZZI
Location:Hopedale, MA
Dwelling:townhouse
Style:classic
Heard about Reviews from:Email
Purchased from:Store
Would you recommend this product? Yes
Date: September 8, 2012

I love this Media Console!

"I researched media consoles thoroughly before making this purchase. Most others have either glass doors - which have to be cleaned constantly - or open shelving - and both of those options show all of the ugly electronics. This console is wonderful because it hides the electronics, and the remote works as usual right through the slats. In addition, it is simply a beautiful piece of furniture. I would buy this item again in a heartbeat, it makes a great addition to my living room."
2 of 2 people found this review helpful.
Review 10 for Marin 43 Media Console
Overall Rating
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
katsjam
Location:San Diego, CA
Dwelling:house
Heard about Reviews from:Email
Purchased from:Website
Would you recommend this product? Yes
Date: April 29, 2012

A modern classic!

"This is a beautiful piece of furniture! It is a great addition to my eclectic styled family room. It is definitely well-built with nicely finished details. This will be in my family for a very long time! I will look for other pieces in this collection."
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
Review 11 for Marin 43 Media Console
Overall Rating
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Anonymous
Location:Brooklyn, NY
Dwelling:apartment/condo
Style:contemporary
Heard about Reviews from:Website
Purchased from:Website
Would you recommend this product? Yes
Date: March 10, 2012

Great Product!

"This console is both beautiful and functional. The slatted doors make using a remote without opening them. it is a marvelous design for a very reasonable price."
6 of 6 people found this review helpful.