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Chesapeake Rectangular Extending Dining Table & Chair Set
Gather friends and family together for a summer of fun. Our Chesapeake dining set expands to seat a crowd. Extensions stow neatly underneath, ready for your next gathering. Click to read an article on {{link path='pages/popups/chesapeake-care_popup.html' class='popup' width='480' height='300'}}recommended care{{/link}}. Table: 72" long x 40" wide x 30" high; extends to 104" long; seats up to 10 Chair: 24" wide x 26" deep x 35" high Crafted of FSC-certified, moisture-resistant eucalyptus. A polyurethane finish provides unparalleled durability and water resistance. Exposed hardware is stainless steel with an antique brass finish. Butterfly extensions increase the table's length, and store conveniently under the top. An opening at the center accommodates all of our outdoor umbrellas. Top chairs with our thick, water-repellent cushions, which feature removable machine-washable polyester canvas or Sunbrella(R) covers (sold separately); imported. Set includes Chesapeake Rectangular Extension Dining Table and six stacking chairs. Catalog / Internet Only.
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Review 1 for Chesapeake Rectangular Extending Dining Table & Chair Set
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amelgo
,Chepachet
,Ri
amelgo
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Inferior finish- Excellent customer service
February 28, 2013
The table is beautiful & it's easy to expand. The chairs are heavy making it difficult to get in and out from the table easily.
We covered it when it rained and often, when it wasn't raining. By August the table top had multiple locations where the wood was splitting. As other reviewers expressed, I was extremely disappointed. I expected a much better product from PB.
After a call to PB and emailing some photos, I was contacted by Barbara, who was fabulous. We spoke several times and she continued to work on a resolution until I was satisfied.
I was happy & relieved that things were resolved quickly and very fairly without any drama or having to plead my case. I think that's because Barbara understands the customer and works hard on their behalf.
I'll continue to shop at and highly recommend PB due to their resolution of this issue.
We covered it when it rained and often, when it wasn't raining. By August the table top had multiple locations where the wood was splitting. As other reviewers expressed, I was extremely disappointed. I expected a much better product from PB.
After a call to PB and emailing some photos, I was contacted by Barbara, who was fabulous. We spoke several times and she continued to work on a resolution until I was satisfied.
I was happy & relieved that things were resolved quickly and very fairly without any drama or having to plead my case. I think that's because Barbara understands the customer and works hard on their behalf.
I'll continue to shop at and highly recommend PB due to their resolution of this issue.
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Review 2 for Chesapeake Rectangular Extending Dining Table & Chair Set
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CWilliams
,Plano
,TX
CWilliams
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Beyond Disappointed
June 15, 2012
I purchased this table middle of the summer and it did not make it 1 year in my backyard. I had this table covered all winter and by spring the color had faded and the wood had cracks. Texas summers can be harsh but I expected way more from this product especially since it is Potterybarn and it is an outside product. Such a waste of money in an economy where waste is not an option. If you live in the southern states do not buy unless it is under a roof.
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Review 3 for Chesapeake Rectangular Extending Dining Table & Chair Set
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SunnyCali
,San Diego
,CA
SunnyCali
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Requires Maintenance, but Would Buy it Again
August 24, 2011
Last summer we bought tons of Chesapeake furniture on clearance -- two chaise, the extending dining table and six chairs and the 6-piece sectional and two snack tables. We covered everything during winter rains, otherwise we leave it out in the elements year-round.
When we bought this furniture, we knew maintenance would be part of the deal. It's wood furniture that's being kept outside...it will need to be stained and sealed. Before we ever put the furniture out, we spent a week meticulously putting wood sealant on each piece of funiture.
A year later, we couldn't be happier with our purchase. I love this furniture and am so glad we got it. We eat dinner "al fresco" often because the dining table is just so inviting. I'm going to buy some of PB's Benjamin Moore Chesapeake stain. We'll put it on this fall. Love the Chesapeake collection!
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Review 4 for Chesapeake Rectangular Extending Dining Table & Chair Set
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Herbst
,St. Louis
,MO
Herbst
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Disappointed
June 12, 2011
We purchased several pieces in the Chesapeake collection last summer. We have a dining table, 4 chairs, a dining bench and 2 larger chairs with ottomans. We purchased these before they were "improved" this year with a polyurethane finish. We were assured by the store that since we intended to keep them on a screened porch we would not have any difficulty with maintaining the finish. We have only cleaned them with a damp cloth, and did so and dried them beflore covering for the winter.
The stain is already fading on our pieces, which I find very, very disappointing. I did not intend to purchase porch furniture that would need to be stained or refinished every few years. I have not yet contacted the store where we purchased the pieces. I would not recommend this set until this problem can be fixed, unless you do not mind spending lots of time on maintenance vs. relaxation.
The stain is already fading on our pieces, which I find very, very disappointing. I did not intend to purchase porch furniture that would need to be stained or refinished every few years. I have not yet contacted the store where we purchased the pieces. I would not recommend this set until this problem can be fixed, unless you do not mind spending lots of time on maintenance vs. relaxation.
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