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Rubbermaid Medium Resin Weather Resistant Outdoor Storage Deck Box, 72.6 Gal., Putty/Canteen Brown, for Garden/Backyard/Home/Pool
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Brand | Rubbermaid |
Color | Sandstone |
Material | Resin, Plastic |
Special Feature | lockable, weathertight, impact_resistant , impact_resistant, Durable Resistant |
Recommended Uses For Product | Outdoor Storage |
About this item
- AMPLE STORAGE SPACE: Safely store small decorative pillows, patio cushions, pool chemicals and more
- WEATHER RESISTANT: Durable UV resistant resin will not rust, rot or fade and the innovative lid design keeps water out
- UNIVERSAL DESIGN: Clean lines and neutral tones blend deck box into any yard or patio. Top of deck box doubles as extra seating for more than one person
- MAINTENANCE-FREE: Tough, impact resistant flooring is built to last, and is made from high-quality material that can handle heavy items, drops, and spills.
- DOUBLE-WALL CONSTRUCTION: Designed for extra strength and durability, two layers provides reliable protection for valuable tools, landscaping materials, equipment and more.
- STORAGE CAPACITY: From large backyard sheds to small deck boxes, Rubbermaid has the perfect storage solution to fit your needs and your space. Choose from a variety of sizes, styles and shapes to hold and protect what's important to you: everything from lawn care essentials to tools, toys and sporting equipment can fit securely inside.
- DURABILITY: Rubbermaid sheds and boxes are designed with durability in mind, and built to last even in heavy-use, harsh-weather environments. Featuring double-wall construction and weather-resistant materials, Rubbermaid sheds and boxes provide a protected and safe place to store your valuable tools and equipment and add an attractive architectural element to your backyard as well.
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Easy to assemble | 3.8 | 3.4 | 4.8 | 4.6 | 4.2 | 3.9 |
Sturdiness | 3.8 | 3.6 | 4.6 | 4.6 | 4.3 | 4.2 |
Weatherproof | 3.9 | 4.2 | — | 4.8 | 4.3 | 4.4 |
Storage Capacity | 4.3 | 4.6 | — | 4.9 | — | 4.9 |
Water resistance | — | 4.0 | — | 4.7 | 4.6 | 4.2 |
Sold By | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Mrosaa | Amazon.com | Femoly Inc |
material | Resin, Plastic | Plastic | Resin | Imported HDPE resin | Resin | Stainless Steel |
number of pieces | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
shape | Rectangular | Rectangular | Rectangular | Rectangular | Rectangular | Rectangular |
opening mechanism | Hinge | Lift-Off Lid | hinges,slide,snap | Hinge | Hinge | Hinge |
weight | 32 pounds | 32.45 pounds | 43 pounds | 33 pounds | 26.74 pounds | 42.9 pounds |
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Brand | Rubbermaid |
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Color | Sandstone |
Material | Resin, Plastic |
Special Feature | lockable, weathertight, impact_resistant , impact_resistant, Durable Resistant |
Recommended Uses For Product | Outdoor Storage |
Product Dimensions | 42"L x 24"W x 24"H |
Capacity | 72.6 Gallons |
Closure Type | Buckle |
Water Resistance Level | Water Resistant |
Item Weight | 32 Pounds |
Opening Mechanism | Hinge |
Shape | Rectangular |
Pattern | Solid |
Number of Items | 1 |
Storage Volume | 72.6 Gallons |
Number of Compartments | 1 |
Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
Item Package Quantity | 1 |
Item Weight | 32 pounds |
Manufacturer | Rubbermaid |
ASIN | B000CFOW3O |
Domestic Shipping | Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues. |
International Shipping | This item is not eligible for international shipping. Learn More |
Country of Origin | USA |
Item model number | 2047053 |
Customer Reviews |
4.2 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #23,034 in Patio, Lawn & Garden (See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden) #45 in Deck Boxes |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
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For nearly 80 years, the Rubbermaid brand represents innovative, high-quality products that help simplify life. Today, Rubbermaid products can be found almost everywhere including mass retail, hardware and home center stores, warehouse clubs, supermarkets, drug stores, department stores and specialty stores. Newell Rubbermaid Inc. is committed to ensuring that the Rubbermaid brand continues to stand for durable, innovative products that help simplify the lives of people everyday.
Rubbermaid Plastic Medium Deck Box with Seat
Combines storage with seating for maximum use of space
Best for small patios, porches, decks, and other limited spaces.
All-in-one-unit combines the best of an outdoor storage box with a functional patio bench.
Durable double-wall construction resists leaks, dents, and moisture.
- Double-wall construction for added strength
- Comfortably seats 2 adults
- Easy-access lid keeps needed items always on-hand.
- Easily assembled with common household tools
Medium Deck Box with Seat Features & Benefits
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Keep everything you need right where you need itEnough space to comfortably store your most used lawn and patio supplies, this storage bench is compact enough to place in almost any area. |
Comfortable seating for up to two adultsProvides comfortable seating for 2 adults. |
Weather-resistantProtects stored items from moisture, inclement weather, and sun-damage. Made from weather resistant plastic, this deck box won’t rot or rust like metal or wood patio storage boxes. |
Rubbermaid Plastic Medium Deck Box with Seat, 10-Cubic Feet, 1826712 | Rubbermaid Plastic Large Deck Box with Seat, 12-Cubic Feet, 1826713 | Rubbermaid Plastic XL Deck Box with Seat, 16-Cubic Feet, 1826714 | |
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Ext. Dimensions (Assembled) | 24”H x 42”W x 24”D | 25”H x 56”W x 24”D | 32”H x 60”W x 24”D |
Seats | 2 Adults | 2 Adults | 3 Adults |
Lockable (lock not included) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Leak, dent and rot resistant | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Best for | Patio accessories, grilling, and small lawn supplies | Patio accessories, pool supplies, garden and lawn equipment | Patio furniture cushions, garden and lawn equipment, and supplies |
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Product Description
The Rubbermaid Deck Box with Seat offers seating or serving space combined with storage. Featuring a Sandstone colored lid and floor and olive steel colored panels. New hinge design for improved accessibility and durability. This Rubbermaid deck box is lockable (lock not included). Rubbermaid deck boxes are maintenance-free and crack-resistant in cold temperatures.
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Customers like the ease of assembly, size and value of the storage box. For example, they mention it's roomy, well worth the money and keeps items dry when it'd rain. Most are happy with appearance, and performance. That said, opinions are mixed on quality.
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Customers find the storage box easy to assemble. They mention the instructions are super easy to follow, and everything snaps together easily. Customers also say that with the lid open, it's very easy to see the hinge assembly and line it up correctly.
"...It was actually quite simple. When the lid closed there was a small snap, not a sound snap but more like you could feel it snap...." Read more
"...It was not hard to put together and bigger than I expected. It is very sturdy and a nice chocolate color...." Read more
"...-It was easy enough to put together, and the process was quite efficient and ingenious - it's strength is mostly derived from leverage; the leverage..." Read more
"This is perfect for storing our kids outdoor toys when not in use. Easy to assemble and very sturdy...." Read more
Customers like the size of the storage box. They mention it's roomy, sturdy, and holds a fair amount of stuff. Some say the size is great for a deck and that it can hold a few throw pillows. Overall, most are satisfied with the size and functionality of the product.
"...There is plenty of room for several packages and it looks nice. It helps the delivery people to know where to leave my packages...." Read more
"...-There is a solid amount of space; much bigger than I thought it would be when I first got the pieces out of the box...." Read more
"This is perfect for storing our kids outdoor toys when not in use. Easy to assemble and very sturdy...." Read more
"...The unit weighs over 50 lbs. and is a decent size when assembled...." Read more
Customers like the value of the storage box. For example, they say it's sturdy, well worth the money, and a decent bin. That said, some complain about the instructions.
"...Havent notice any mold either. Great purchase for the price and use after having to get creative." Read more
"...Decent value and it is doing the job I need it for." Read more
"...And now it seems to be pretty sturdy. Seems like a decent bin." Read more
"Good price" Read more
Customers like the waterproofness of the storage box. They say it's durable, very water resistant, and keeps their packages dry when it'll rain. The box is sturdy and weather proof, and it'd be great for a deck. It's also water tight in heavy rains and holds a fair amount of stuff. Customers have never seen any water inside the box. Overall, they're happy with the waterproof design and recommend it to others.
"...I know where my packages are and they are kept dry when it is raining. There is plenty of room for several packages and it looks nice...." Read more
"...It seems pretty weather-proof too, but we haven’t had much for bad weather since we got it, so we are still waiting to see about that...." Read more
"...It’s doing a good job in high wind and keeps the charcoal dry." Read more
"...The specific complaints were that it does not stay together, it is not water proof, flimsy design, falls apart when lid opened, sides "pop"..." Read more
Customers like the appearance of the storage box. They say it looks nice, the color is nice, and the front is fine.
"...It is very sturdy and a nice chocolate color. I put a sign on it telling delivery companies to put my packages in the box and it's worked great...." Read more
"...It looks nice so I expect it to be stolen but I will try to keep it as long as possible by perhaps shielding it some with a bush and putting some..." Read more
"...With the amount of salt I put in I figured better safe than sorry. It is nice and sturdy without the adhesive, but I had some so I figured why not." Read more
"...This fits quite a bit of stuff and look decent enough on my porch...." Read more
Customers like the performance of the storage box. For example, they say it works well for the intended use, it stays upright, and serves its purpose. Some mention that it works perfectly to store outdoor cushions and gardening tools.
"Works great, I haven’t had it for more than a month yet. I can’t say about long term but works perfect as of right now." Read more
"...Otherwise, it was fairly easy to put together and looks like it would work well." Read more
"...Works great. I can't say why others have had problems with leaks. Is it possible they received a box that got thru "quality control?"..." Read more
"...and also because it was extremely helpful, as I knew exactly what I needed to do before I even opened the box!..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the storage box. Some mention that it is very sturdy, stable, and reliable, while others say that it tends to fall apart more often than they'd like. The pieces are connected securely, but the product is a little flimsy and tends break easily.
"...tab "snapped" into place and the box was very sturdy and did not come apart no matter how we moved it, slid it or even flipped it upside down..." Read more
"...easily find its way in through the bottom because the panels do not seem to fit together air-tight, and the four walls all rest just an inch or less..." Read more
"...It was not hard to put together and bigger than I expected. It is very sturdy and a nice chocolate color...." Read more
"...Nothing fits together correctly, and the pieces don't do a Lego snap when they're in.•..." Read more
Customers dislike the lid of the storage box. They say it's difficult to open, and it doesn't stay up. Some customers also mention that the lid is tricky to snap in place. Overall, customers are disappointed with the lid and its quality.
"...after the wind broke off both of the hinges, so the lid would not stay on anymore...." Read more
"...The slot and tab latch holds too tight for my use, the entire box lifts when you try to open if the latch catches...." Read more
"...And with about 4 rotations of that tool, the lid came down perfectly on male counterpart - it snapped shut just fine and NOW when I open it up, it..." Read more
"hinges were tough to lign up, resulting in front latch not ligned up right for lock" Read more
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So when the package arrived there were six sturdy pieces of molded plastic and a small plastic bag with 4 screws and two plastic strips, and of course a sheet of directions. Now being red blooded american male of course I did not read the directions and attempted to assemble the box with my wife. You can say I think I hit every negative aspect of this box that was written in the reviews. However, my underlying thought was nobody would sell something as stupid as this! So I began inspecting each piece and the first thing we realized is the sides were not lined up right. They do not "pop" into the front and back they are put into the wide part of a slot and then slid down into the narrow slot area which "locks" them into the front and back of the box. So we connect the front, back and each side and put it on the bottom of the box. It lined up right but it was not sturdy and as soon as you moved anything the sides would slide up and out of the slots.
Again we looked at the box and then I noticed on the bottom inside it said "This Side Down", DOH! So we flipped the bottom over and lined up the sides again and it would still fall apart. So I looked at the tabs on the bottom of the sides, front and back and it was clear that they were not "locking" into the base. Now I am thinking is this a bad design? Who ships out a plastic molded product where the parts don't lock? Ok, I guess it is time to read the directions to see if I am missing anything... That is where I found that you are supposed to take a block of wood, hammer and screw driver and punch out the tabs that are keeping the box from locking together. Huh? They injection mold this product using a mold that requires purchasers to slam the plastic with a hammer and screwdriver?
Well I have hit enough plastic in my life with a hammer to know that a hammer will crack, damage or shatter a piece of plastic if you miss your target (i.e. the screwdriver) and hit the plastic. So instead I got my utility knife and put the blade in the thin part of the plastic between the tab and bottom frame piece. If you hold the bottom up to the sun you can actually see where the sunlight brightens the thin plastic. So I cut out all the tabs, which was actually very easy, and then tried assembling again. Every single tab "snapped" into place and the box was very sturdy and did not come apart no matter how we moved it, slid it or even flipped it upside down. We were pleased with this.
Next came the lid. This had molded hinges with a pin that needed to slide through the molded hindge in the base unit to connect the lid to the base. It was actually quite simple. When the lid closed there was a small snap, not a sound snap but more like you could feel it snap. It was very sturdy and my wife, daughter and I all sat on the bench and it held together just fine.
The way it is manufactured it is NOT water proof, if you submerge it, water will get in. It is water resistant and water will not enter the box from rain, pool splashing or a hose. It is intended to let the water run off the box and not into the box. We had heavy rain a couple of days and when we opened the box the contents did not get wet from the rain.
So my final review of this product is 5 stars because it does everything it claims to do and all of the negative aspects reported are a result of user error (my opinion of course) because if everyone assembles it the way I did you will not need liquid nails, it will not fall apart and it will be water resistant.
One final note, mine did NOT come with the dividers or lid net. I was told by Amazon that according to their fulfillment center it was supposed to come with them. They were going to send me a new one but I would have had to somehow take apart the box I had to return it and I do not believe I could do that without damaging it so I just kept it and they sent me a partial refund to buy the net and dividers separately. Very pleased with the product and Amazon.
Reviewed in the United States on July 28, 2016
So when the package arrived there were six sturdy pieces of molded plastic and a small plastic bag with 4 screws and two plastic strips, and of course a sheet of directions. Now being red blooded american male of course I did not read the directions and attempted to assemble the box with my wife. You can say I think I hit every negative aspect of this box that was written in the reviews. However, my underlying thought was nobody would sell something as stupid as this! So I began inspecting each piece and the first thing we realized is the sides were not lined up right. They do not "pop" into the front and back they are put into the wide part of a slot and then slid down into the narrow slot area which "locks" them into the front and back of the box. So we connect the front, back and each side and put it on the bottom of the box. It lined up right but it was not sturdy and as soon as you moved anything the sides would slide up and out of the slots.
Again we looked at the box and then I noticed on the bottom inside it said "This Side Down", DOH! So we flipped the bottom over and lined up the sides again and it would still fall apart. So I looked at the tabs on the bottom of the sides, front and back and it was clear that they were not "locking" into the base. Now I am thinking is this a bad design? Who ships out a plastic molded product where the parts don't lock? Ok, I guess it is time to read the directions to see if I am missing anything... That is where I found that you are supposed to take a block of wood, hammer and screw driver and punch out the tabs that are keeping the box from locking together. Huh? They injection mold this product using a mold that requires purchasers to slam the plastic with a hammer and screwdriver?
Well I have hit enough plastic in my life with a hammer to know that a hammer will crack, damage or shatter a piece of plastic if you miss your target (i.e. the screwdriver) and hit the plastic. So instead I got my utility knife and put the blade in the thin part of the plastic between the tab and bottom frame piece. If you hold the bottom up to the sun you can actually see where the sunlight brightens the thin plastic. So I cut out all the tabs, which was actually very easy, and then tried assembling again. Every single tab "snapped" into place and the box was very sturdy and did not come apart no matter how we moved it, slid it or even flipped it upside down. We were pleased with this.
Next came the lid. This had molded hinges with a pin that needed to slide through the molded hindge in the base unit to connect the lid to the base. It was actually quite simple. When the lid closed there was a small snap, not a sound snap but more like you could feel it snap. It was very sturdy and my wife, daughter and I all sat on the bench and it held together just fine.
The way it is manufactured it is NOT water proof, if you submerge it, water will get in. It is water resistant and water will not enter the box from rain, pool splashing or a hose. It is intended to let the water run off the box and not into the box. We had heavy rain a couple of days and when we opened the box the contents did not get wet from the rain.
So my final review of this product is 5 stars because it does everything it claims to do and all of the negative aspects reported are a result of user error (my opinion of course) because if everyone assembles it the way I did you will not need liquid nails, it will not fall apart and it will be water resistant.
One final note, mine did NOT come with the dividers or lid net. I was told by Amazon that according to their fulfillment center it was supposed to come with them. They were going to send me a new one but I would have had to somehow take apart the box I had to return it and I do not believe I could do that without damaging it so I just kept it and they sent me a partial refund to buy the net and dividers separately. Very pleased with the product and Amazon.
-It shipped in a smaller package than anticipated, which makes it possible to sell such an item and have it delivered from the internet.
-It was easy enough to put together, and the process was quite efficient and ingenious - it's strength is mostly derived from leverage; the leverage coming from each and every side (imagine folding the flaps over one another with a cardboard box).
-There is a solid amount of space; much bigger than I thought it would be when I first got the pieces out of the box. Quite deceptive, even in person!
-It's probably reasonably durable, though it's winter here now, and I'm not sure how much that durability is dissapated in the cold.
-It can be locked.
Cons:
-It's probably not completely waterproof considering how easily it was assembled - all the sides slide into one another and have edges that snap into the bottom; that's it... I'm mostly concerned about water getting in from the bottom, as I have it stored in an area that has a potential to flood slightly. I fear that if water reached a level higher than the bottom (flat) panel it would probably seep in from all sides. I can't say this for sure, yet. Only time will tell, and I'm not really willing to wait and find out. I plan to lay some pieces of wood underneath to keep it off the ground.
-While it can be locked, ultimately it is entirely made of plastic. My particular concern is the hinges, which are cheap plastic tubes that are tapped/hammered through the hinge. Basically, if someone really wanted something stored in one of these, it wouldn't take much effort to penetrate the "security."
-The price - even at ~$150, which is $30 less than my original purchase price, it's quite an expense for some pre-fabricated hollow plastic panels. Honestly, I think that $60 would be a fair price for what is actually being sold. And this has nothing to do with Amazon, nor Rubbermaid. I compared this to other similar boxes by other manufactures, with size in mind, and it seemed to be close enough to the going rate while meeting all my needs.
-As far as the "seat" goes, I don't know why that's even advertised. I'm sure it would hold me, but I can't imagine I'd ever make a habit of sitting on it. I could sit on the top of my desk as well, but it was never mentioned in the benefits as to why I should buy it...
Overall:
In my case, I have very limited storage. I am on the ground floor of a condo with a patio and no outside storage. I'd rather not keep something like my hockey bag inside because it stinks. It's also not a bad place for some tools and fluids I use on my car. However, I'm not sure that I'd recommend this for someone with more options mainly because of the price. I feel I could probably have something made of wood, etc. and customized for at least half the price. Of course, that might require a bit more effort than a few clicks!
****05-01-2012****
Update:
Well, I've had the chance to pull some of my stuff out after the winter (lack of snow), and plenty of rain over a period of months, and I was pleasantly surprised to find everything has remained clean and dry and mold free! I'm also happy to find no bugs in my hockey equipment!
I had anticipated that water could easily find its way in through the bottom because the panels do not seem to fit together air-tight, and the four walls all rest just an inch or less off the ground on the base. The area where I have this stored tends to flood a bit during heavy rain. I figured, it was only a matter of time before my things got soaked, moldy, and likely ruined. I was happily proved wrong, and for that, I've improved my rating to 4 stars (from 3 stars), with the biggest drawback still being the price, IMO.
Reviewed in the United States on January 26, 2012
-It shipped in a smaller package than anticipated, which makes it possible to sell such an item and have it delivered from the internet.
-It was easy enough to put together, and the process was quite efficient and ingenious - it's strength is mostly derived from leverage; the leverage coming from each and every side (imagine folding the flaps over one another with a cardboard box).
-There is a solid amount of space; much bigger than I thought it would be when I first got the pieces out of the box. Quite deceptive, even in person!
-It's probably reasonably durable, though it's winter here now, and I'm not sure how much that durability is dissapated in the cold.
-It can be locked.
Cons:
-It's probably not completely waterproof considering how easily it was assembled - all the sides slide into one another and have edges that snap into the bottom; that's it... I'm mostly concerned about water getting in from the bottom, as I have it stored in an area that has a potential to flood slightly. I fear that if water reached a level higher than the bottom (flat) panel it would probably seep in from all sides. I can't say this for sure, yet. Only time will tell, and I'm not really willing to wait and find out. I plan to lay some pieces of wood underneath to keep it off the ground.
-While it can be locked, ultimately it is entirely made of plastic. My particular concern is the hinges, which are cheap plastic tubes that are tapped/hammered through the hinge. Basically, if someone really wanted something stored in one of these, it wouldn't take much effort to penetrate the "security."
-The price - even at ~$150, which is $30 less than my original purchase price, it's quite an expense for some pre-fabricated hollow plastic panels. Honestly, I think that $60 would be a fair price for what is actually being sold. And this has nothing to do with Amazon, nor Rubbermaid. I compared this to other similar boxes by other manufactures, with size in mind, and it seemed to be close enough to the going rate while meeting all my needs.
-As far as the "seat" goes, I don't know why that's even advertised. I'm sure it would hold me, but I can't imagine I'd ever make a habit of sitting on it. I could sit on the top of my desk as well, but it was never mentioned in the benefits as to why I should buy it...
Overall:
In my case, I have very limited storage. I am on the ground floor of a condo with a patio and no outside storage. I'd rather not keep something like my hockey bag inside because it stinks. It's also not a bad place for some tools and fluids I use on my car. However, I'm not sure that I'd recommend this for someone with more options mainly because of the price. I feel I could probably have something made of wood, etc. and customized for at least half the price. Of course, that might require a bit more effort than a few clicks!
****05-01-2012****
Update:
Well, I've had the chance to pull some of my stuff out after the winter (lack of snow), and plenty of rain over a period of months, and I was pleasantly surprised to find everything has remained clean and dry and mold free! I'm also happy to find no bugs in my hockey equipment!
I had anticipated that water could easily find its way in through the bottom because the panels do not seem to fit together air-tight, and the four walls all rest just an inch or less off the ground on the base. The area where I have this stored tends to flood a bit during heavy rain. I figured, it was only a matter of time before my things got soaked, moldy, and likely ruined. I was happily proved wrong, and for that, I've improved my rating to 4 stars (from 3 stars), with the biggest drawback still being the price, IMO.
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