Back to Whalen Barston Media Fireplace TV Stand for TVs up to 55”, Cherry Brown Finish

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4.55 out of 5stars
(20 reviews)

Most helpful positive review

5.00 out of 5 stars review
Verified Purchaser
12/06/2020
I really like it!
I am very pleased with this product. It arrived earlier than expected. The packaging of this item was outstanding! Our friends at FedEX did a number with dents, puncturing the box in 4 different places, however no damage was done. I was able to take everything out, check inventory, and assemble alone (I'm a 5'4", 150lb female), all in about 3.5 hours. The instructions are clear, and very easy to follow. The overall look is nice, there is plenty of storage, and the heater isn't loud.
Deonna

Most helpful negative review

1.00 out of 5 stars review
Verified Purchaser
01/07/2023
Regret buying and never will again! The bottom broke while putting together because it's cheap press board, also was missing screw holes where they were to be placed , had to rig that as well! Not made very well period! I ended up rigging it together myself because I didn't have time to deal with returns , I work a lot! Not worth the price at all! It's more worthy to be thrown into a bon fire! Directions are ok but could be better, need a video on how to put together honestly! It took me 7 hours to put together and I still can't get the hinged glass doors on, waiting for a male friend to help with that , so the doors sit on my floor for now lol. It's honestly a beautiful piece when put together but not worth the pain in all honesty! I really always wanted to own something like this with the fireplace but Never again, if I move its most likely going to the curb/dump because I guarantee it's just gonna fall apart anyways . Smaller in person then what it appears to be online but that's my stupidity not looking at measurements. Owell ! Gets the job done for having something to put my Tv on. Let's see how long this fireplace stays working ! The fireplace is the best part it actually look pretty when on and blows nice warm heat, but the remote to the fireplace interferes with my tv and changes my channels when I'm turning it on or off or just changing the settings lol ! Never again!! Not from this company at least.
Merrin
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  • 5.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    02/20/2023
    This is just absolutely beautiful. I’m so glad I took the chance and ordered it. It went together nicely. Took us three hours but nothing went wrong and the outcome was worth our hard work. I read the instructions my daughter and son in law put it together for me. It just beautiful and worth what I paid. Thank you for such a lovely piece of furniture. It matches my living room in table and shelf. Very pleased!!!
    Debbie
  • 3.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    02/07/2023
    fireplace tv stand
    upon opening and checking the pieces I noticed that 3 to 4 pieces came damaged. Not sure how this happened wit all the insulation. It took several hrs to complete the construction. I will be contacting customer service for replacement parts. Overall once complete its very nice.
    Theron
  • 5.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    01/23/2023
    LOVE IT❤!!!!
    It is as beautiful in person as it is on the website!!! I have received many compliments. The fireplace is inviting and heats well. Putting it together can become a bit frustrating but the outcome has been well worth the effort. I definitely recommend this product.
    Yolanda
  • 1.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    01/07/2023
    Regret buying and never will again! The bottom broke while putting together because it's cheap press board, also was missing screw holes where they were to be placed , had to rig that as well! Not made very well period! I ended up rigging it together myself because I didn't have time to deal with returns , I work a lot! Not worth the price at all! It's more worthy to be thrown into a bon fire! Directions are ok but could be better, need a video on how to put together honestly! It took me 7 hours to put together and I still can't get the hinged glass doors on, waiting for a male friend to help with that , so the doors sit on my floor for now lol. It's honestly a beautiful piece when put together but not worth the pain in all honesty! I really always wanted to own something like this with the fireplace but Never again, if I move its most likely going to the curb/dump because I guarantee it's just gonna fall apart anyways . Smaller in person then what it appears to be online but that's my stupidity not looking at measurements. Owell ! Gets the job done for having something to put my Tv on. Let's see how long this fireplace stays working ! The fireplace is the best part it actually look pretty when on and blows nice warm heat, but the remote to the fireplace interferes with my tv and changes my channels when I'm turning it on or off or just changing the settings lol ! Never again!! Not from this company at least.
    Merrin
  • 5.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    11/28/2022
    Excellent product
    Honestly this media center worth every penny. It does take couple hours to assembly but it’s a clean, well-made and precise furniture. Highly recommended for apartments. Simply gorgeous!
    Wanda
  • 5.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    11/27/2022
    Great!
    First off, it took me six hours to put this together by myself. But, I also took some breaks and ate while doing this and had three kids running around (don't recommend). The instructions were very clear and easy to follow. You will need to provide a screwdriver. After it was all together, it seemed very sturdy. I tested it before we put our TV on it, and it didn't wiggle at all. The heater works well and we had to turn it off after a couple of minutes because it got too warm. It came with extra hardware, which was convenient because I broke one thing during set up. Also, some of the holes to screw things didn't line up, but it was simple enough to screw new ones. Overall, I love this thing. It's beautiful, tall, and sturdy. I hope it lasts for a good while!
    Kayla
  • 5.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    11/23/2022
    I paid for assembly and they still haven't come. I called the company that does that job, they transfer me to Walmart and the same thing happens, they tell me that I called the company that is going to essemble it.
    yoany
  • 5.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    11/05/2022
    Perfect choice for living room
    Such a beautiful piece of furniture. Directions very simple, easy to put together by myself (took a while though). Heater works good for what i need. I love the look and the ambience of the fireplace. I wish it made a crackling sound though!
    stephen
  • 5.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    11/02/2022
    So pretty
    Love this fireplace can’t wait for Christmas to decorate it , wasn’t hard to put together it took us about 3 hours but my husband took his time and done it right .
    Kesha
  • 5.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    10/27/2022
    Love it!!!!
    Love the look and quality of this TV stand/fireplace!!! While the shipping box was dented and torn, the manufacturer did a fantastic job of protecting the unit inside. I will say that the picture portrays the unit as being more of a red cherry wood while what we received was quite dark. In fact we thought we had received the Espresso color by mistake. However we can live with the difference based on our satisfaction with the quality and price of the product. The fireplace unit is perfect with the varying levels of flames and I am thrilled to have the ability to turn on or off the heating element as needed. Since we have only had the unit a day I cannot attest to how well it will heat the room however this purchase was not made to provide a primary heating source but rather as an additional supportive option to our existing source of heat. I will say that I had inadvertently misjudged the dimensions so we were faced with a tight fit in the area we wished to place the unit but that was solely on me, However with a few minor adjustments to our baseboard trim we were able to make it fit. All in all I am very happy with this purchase and hope to one day come back with an update on the heating units performance.
    Julie
  • 2.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    02/26/2021
    Great, then unusable.
    Purchased this in Nov. 2020 and put it together the day it arrived. Initially, we loved it. It heats our 12x12 family room addition well, and the insert adds a nice ambience. In late January ‘21, the fireplace started making a loud clicking sound when the lights were on. In the beginning g of February, the heater fan has become so loud we can hardly hear the TV. I haven't found a way to open it up and check to see if it needs cleaning. But it's only been 3 months and should still be good as new. Disappointed in what was, at first, a great purchase.
    Chip
  • 5.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    01/29/2021
    Great stand for the price
    It's perfect for my office. It took 2 hours for me and my daughter to put it together. The instructions were easy to follow. I added Led lights to the shelf. It's nice and sturdy. I'm going to buy another for my basement.
    MsMo
  • 5.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    12/20/2020
    Beautiful
    Absolutely beautiful when done. Took 5 plus hours to put together. It wasn't hard, just takes time. And I ABSOLUTELY HATE putting things together and it came out good lol. I was thrilled with the height! Just need to decorate it now lol
    Dawn
  • 5.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    12/12/2020
    We love this
    All and all its a beautiful fireplace and well worth the money. It did take 5 hours to put together which was fairly easy thanks to well detailed instructions. If you follow the instructions you won't have a problem it just takes time. I would highly recommend
    Sandy
  • 5.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    12/06/2020
    I really like it!
    I am very pleased with this product. It arrived earlier than expected. The packaging of this item was outstanding! Our friends at FedEX did a number with dents, puncturing the box in 4 different places, however no damage was done. I was able to take everything out, check inventory, and assemble alone (I'm a 5'4", 150lb female), all in about 3.5 hours. The instructions are clear, and very easy to follow. The overall look is nice, there is plenty of storage, and the heater isn't loud.
    Deonna
  • 5.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    11/30/2020
    I am in love with this beautiful fireplace!
    love it . it took two people to two plus hours to put together. other reviews are correct so Please buy extra wood glue if you have ,you will need it! what's included in the package is not barely enough ...plus make sure you have a rubber mallet.. it is sturdy it was a great value as I got it on sale plus it also went on sale more after I had purchased it so watch out for the sales I could not be more pleased and I am in love with it as long as you follow directions take your time and put it together as directed you will love this fireplace as much as I do it is going to be so useful during the holidays it makes everything look more festive and my living room has not ever been more cozy looking
    Marty
  • 5.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    11/29/2020
    Great product for the price
    Definitely worth the price. Heat and display is great. Wish the shelves spacing where bigger but I just turned my dvr,cctv and modem sideways and it fits. While running the heat its a nice low calming humming sound like a small fan. Its the exact size for a 55in TV to fit flush. If you use the door spaces like I did to store modem. You will need to cut hole in the back for cords. However I just didnt put all the screws in the back panel and pull them through that way. Overall its exactly what I expected.
    Tiffany
  • 5.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    11/25/2020
    I would recommend this tv stand with fireplace
    Once the tv stand is assembled it looks beautiful. The assembly took 4hrs to put together (too long) , some parts of the assembly instructions are hard 2 understand and 2 people are required for assembly. However once its together, it was worth all the hard work. We added a color strip light (from Walmart) to the tv stand, it added a little extra flavor.
    anita
  • 5.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    11/25/2020
    Great for the price
    Fire looks good-it's orange (not pink like other reviews). Pumps out heat. Easy instructions took about 2 hrs or less to put together. Real wood look (cherry finish). Got this on rollback for $219 tax (Black Friday)
    Jamie
  • 5.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    11/20/2020
    The perfect console!!
    This is a gorgeous fireplace console. It fits perfect in our living room. Even though we live in Florida and wouldn't normally need the fireplace this one is perfect!!
    Brenda