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product_id: 31633704
title: "Household Essentials Antiqued Decorative Trunk, Large, Chinese Fir Panel and MDF, Smooth Backing and Metal Hinge Accent, Flat Top and Stay-Open Lid"
brand: "household essentials"
price: "R8247"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
category: "Household Essentials"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/31633704-household-essentials-antiqued-decorative-trunk-large-chinese-fir-panel-mdf
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
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# Premium Chinese fir & MDF panels Compact footprint: 24.75"L x 16.25"W x 20.88"H Stay-open lid hinge for easy access Household Essentials Antiqued Decorative Trunk, Large, Chinese Fir Panel and MDF, Smooth Backing and Metal Hinge Accent, Flat Top and Stay-Open Lid

**Brand:** household essentials
**Price:** R8247
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> ⚓ Unlock timeless style and smart storage with every open lid!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Household Essentials Antiqued Decorative Trunk, Large, Chinese Fir Panel and MDF, Smooth Backing and Metal Hinge Accent, Flat Top and Stay-Open Lid by household essentials
- **How much does it cost?** R8247 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- household essentials enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted household essentials brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Effortless Access:** Innovative stay-open lid hinge lets you load and retrieve items hands-free.
- • **Space-Savvy Storage:** Tall, slender design fits snugly against walls without wasting floor space.
- • **Versatile Placement:** Smooth black backing allows placement against walls or furniture for seamless integration.
- • **Durable Craftsmanship:** Handmade Chinese fir panels ensure unique character and lasting quality.
- • **Authentic Seafarer Style:** Antiqued finish with metal hinge accents adds timeless coastal charm to any room.

## Overview

This large Household Essentials decorative trunk combines authentic Chinese fir wood and MDF craftsmanship with a compact footprint and stay-open lid technology. Designed for versatile, space-saving storage, its antiqued finish and metal hinge accents bring a sophisticated coastal vibe to any living space, while the smooth backing allows easy placement against walls. Perfect for millennials seeking stylish organization without sacrificing floor space.

## Description

Add a bit of coordinating storage to your home with the inclusion of this large decorative trunk. This trunk will bring the seafarer’s style into your home with its detailed exterior and ample capacity. This attractive trunk is made of Chinese fir panels and MDF. The heart-shaped, metal hinge accent pulls the look together. While most trunks use more space than they save, this decorative trunk keeps a low footprint in mind. The smooth backing allows you to set this trunk up against the wall, next to the bed or beside the couch without taking up space. The back is painted black for a low-profile, and the trunk's elegant gray tones pair easily with light or dark color schemes. Loading and retrieving items will be hassle-free due to the handy stay-open lid technology. This built-in hardware allows you to lock the lid into different degrees of open. The tall and slender design provides room to store larger or more awkwardly sized items. This large, decorative storage trunk offers a variety of storage options for all around the house. While most trunks are bulky and inconvenient, the stay-open lid and space-saving features make this storage option stand out from the rest. This decorative trunk is perfect for storing larger items, without taking-up significant floor space.

Review: Value for the money, please read - Mediums size trunk purchased in the warehouse. Trunk came ALMOST fully assembled. Due to defect, the side and lid were not attached. If you buy a full price, I’m not sure if this trunk is fully assembled. I am giving 5 stars because of the price and look. I purchased in the warehouse for a steal, but the trunk had issues: -The top was not attached, but had been -the side was also not attached, but had been I nailed the side and top (I need more nails for the side) I read the reviews prior to purchase: THE NOISE, is a bracket that holds the lid in place so it doesn’t slam down. When you open or close it clicks, that’s it. THE WOOD, is authentic so there will be some flaws, that’s what makes it nice THE SMELL, mine did not have a smell. I do believe it was put together poorly, and you may need to reinforce with common household nails. OVERALL, descent size trunk with aged look, value for the money if you can get in the warehouse. *I use the trunk for storage of my supplies and staging pics on top. The little things pic on trunk are florals and mine so please disregard*
Review: No assembly, Love it! Great design and craftsmanship! A+ - Arrived intact!

## Features

- Inspired by tales of the sea, this large decorative trunk offers an abundance of space-saving storage options for any room of the home.
- Unlike other decorative trunks, this Chinese fir and MDF trunk leaves a smaller footprint with paneling on 3 sides and a smooth backing.
- Use this trunk to introduce versatile storage and flair to the living room, bedroom, office and more.
- The lid is outfitted with stay-open technology for easy access and decorative metal hinge accent.
- 20.875” H x 24.75” W x 16.25” D
- Note: Household Essentials decorative items are handmade and may vary in color and size from image and description

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B01HD16N8G |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Best Sellers Rank | #225,643 in Home & Kitchen ( See Top 100 in Home & Kitchen ) #12 in Storage Trunks |
| Brand | Household Essentials |
| Capacity | 20 Pounds |
| Closure Type | Flip Top |
| Color | white |
| Customer Reviews | 4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars (3,224) |
| Date First Available | June 21, 2016 |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00040071157906 |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Item Weight | 18 pounds |
| Item model number | 9536-1 |
| Manufacturer | Household Essentials |
| Material | Wood |
| Number Of Pieces | 1 |
| Number of Compartments | 1 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Opening Mechanism | Hinge |
| Part Number | 9536-1 |
| Pattern | Solid |
| Product Dimensions | 24.75"L x 16.25"W x 20.88"H |
| Recommended Uses For Product | For Toys |
| Shape | Rectangular |
| Size | Large Single |
| Special Feature | Collapsible |
| Special Features | Collapsible |
| Style | Antiqued |
| UPC | 040071157906 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Water Resistance Level | Water Resistant |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Household Essentials
- **Color:** white
- **Material:** Wood
- **Special Feature:** Collapsible
- **Style:** Antiqued

## Images

![Household Essentials Antiqued Decorative Trunk, Large, Chinese Fir Panel and MDF, Smooth Backing and Metal Hinge Accent, Flat Top and Stay-Open Lid - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81rQXhxEUcL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size, Style** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Value for the money, please read
*by L***N on March 3, 2021*

Mediums size trunk purchased in the warehouse. Trunk came ALMOST fully assembled. Due to defect, the side and lid were not attached. If you buy a full price, I’m not sure if this trunk is fully assembled. I am giving 5 stars because of the price and look. I purchased in the warehouse for a steal, but the trunk had issues: -The top was not attached, but had been -the side was also not attached, but had been I nailed the side and top (I need more nails for the side) I read the reviews prior to purchase: THE NOISE, is a bracket that holds the lid in place so it doesn’t slam down. When you open or close it clicks, that’s it. THE WOOD, is authentic so there will be some flaws, that’s what makes it nice THE SMELL, mine did not have a smell. I do believe it was put together poorly, and you may need to reinforce with common household nails. OVERALL, descent size trunk with aged look, value for the money if you can get in the warehouse. *I use the trunk for storage of my supplies and staging pics on top. The little things pic on trunk are florals and mine so please disregard*

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ No assembly, Love it! Great design and craftsmanship! A+
*by G***E on December 22, 2025*

Arrived intact!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Cool and trendy! Solid piece.
*by A***N on March 31, 2025*

Looks super cool and trendy! The hinges work great. It's a really solid piece especially compared to the particle board many things are made of these days. I can't give 5 stars because it's 100% brown. There's absolutely no red tone to it in any lighting. Also, I feel it's priced a bit high.

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*Product available on Desertcart South Africa*
*Store origin: ZA*
*Last updated: 2026-03-02*