The Original Asia 18" Teak Shower Bench

I bought this for my wife's shower cubicle, she has spinal stenosis and can't stand for any period of time longe than a few seconds. This teak stool is easy to put together, very sturdy and beautiful quality. She's used it many times since it arrived and it has changed her life by allowing her to take her time while showering, and she says it's extremely comfortable.

Solid, easy to put together (6 bolts), looks stylish not medical and comfortable to sit on. It has adjustable feet as well which is handy on a sloping wet room floor. It arrived a week before expected as well which was a bonus.

really love the seat

I read through the reviews and thought this sounded good and was also stylish - it appeared to be stylish whereas all of the other 'shower seats' looked flimsy and with no thought put into the design. Of course decent design and function costs and this is not a cheap item but i thought it worth the money. It was delivered in a heavy substantial box and and very well packed along with everything needed to put the four components together including 6 stainless steel bolts, a decent allen key and full instructions. It took less than 10 minutes to put together. First impressions were just how well it had been manufactured and also pleased to see four rubber type feet which are adjustable to allow for adjustment for uneven floors and also protect the surface it is standing on. Both my wife and I are well past retirement age and need to use a seat in both a shower or a bath and this works well in both situations. In fact we are both so impressed that we have just ordered a second stool for our downstairs bathroom!

I hesitated but now it has arrived, I have no regrets. Even the box and packing are as superior to normal boxes, as the stool is to other stools (thick solid cardboard, interior foam molding and box side adhesive cushions; rattle free). This really stands out. It comes disassembled but the 6 long hex screws are easy to fit with the provided alan key, though I had a longer one of my own to speed things up even more. It is very stable and has reassuring 'heft' and finish. The fittings, overall thickness and density, are as you'd exect at this price point. I'd think an annual teakoiling will be sensible but it needs nothing the first year. This is a very substantial, solid teak, curved-not-molded elegant seat, water resistant, suitable for shower rooms (useful to clean your feet, shower safely or sit and dry your hair). It's easy to lift but heavy at 8kg (17.5 lbs). The 4 heavy duty rubber feet are +/- 10mm height adjustable. An investment that will last. It shows its quality at a glance. It'll suit a (larger) shower, wet room or even a muddy porch. You should consider the space availble carefully: The 300x450mm (12x18") seat takes more space that you might instinctively think for a mere stool. It'd not be ideal to sit on it's short side due to its curve. At 45cm (18") high it is slightly higher than shorter people might find easy for long sits. RECOMMENDED

Love this stool, purchased because of a carpal tunnel procedure but didn’t want the usual medical supplies making my bathroom look like a hospital. It fantastic and well worth the money, very sturdy and comfortable to sit on. I will also use it with my music stand to practice playing my cornet so a very useful and comfortable addition to my home

Arrived late, but received a warning email. Looks great, but not as dark as on the picture.

The shower bench came well packed and the contents individually wrapped for extra security. The bench was extremely easy to be assembled with good quality screws and an Allen key which was strong enough to get a good purchase when tightening the screws. There are adjustable feet so if your shower has different areas for the water to drain away, the feet can be adjusted to sit flat and not wobble. When assembled, the bench is a little heavy but that also gives you confidence to sit on it,

And a beautiful design that feels very solid and stable. I’d been hesitant about buying this, as I wondered if it would be as good as the pictures. It is every bit as good and I wasn’t disappointed. I’m very happy- it’s lovely.

Muito bem embalado. Montagem simples

I love everything about this product. First, the aesthetics - it is beautifully designed in an old Japanese style. It fits perfectly with my Asian decor and Japanese soaking tub. Second, the quality. This bench is very sturdy and I expect will last for years. It weighs 16 pounds, assembled. Thick teak legs, top and crossbar. No marks or defects on the surface anywhere. Nice color wood that looks a little aged, but has a bright new patina. Third, the details. Designed for good water runoff which will add to the product life. There are large rubber pads on the bottom of the legs, so you can make adjustments if needed to level it. Nice touch. The screws are in recessed holes so you can’t see them after assembly. Again, a nice detail. 4th, easy assembly. Took me less than 15 mins. Clear instructions. Only six screws to screw in. 5th, Good value. It lists for $149, but occasionally goes on sale for $108. That’s a great price for a high-quality item. 6th, outstanding customer service. There was a minor problem on one leg, which I would not call a defect - just something that might affect its durability. As shown in my last picture, one of the holes on one leg happened to fall exactly on a crack between 2 boards on the leg. I wondered if that might cause the leg to split apart a little after years of service and exposure to water. When I called the company, they were very understanding and readily agreed to send a replacement part. They sent it out promptly the next day. So that makes it perfect. Also, notably, my call was months beyond the return period and they did not make that an issue. They didn’t have to do anything, but customer service is a big priority for this company, so they put the customer first. How refreshing is that ?!! 6th. It’s very sturdy. It’s a bench so it’s made for seating, not standing. But I got it in part so I could stand on it to help get into a deep soaking tub. It works for that purpose. Just be sure your weight is centered on the middle of the bench, not the sides. Here’s one tip for assembly: when starting each screw, if it seems snug - do not force it. Instead wiggle the screw a little side to side until it finds its groove. Then you can easily hand tighten it about half way. Then, use the tool to tighten about 3/4 of the way. I recommend not tightening any Screw all the way until all of them are partly in. That way you can wiggle the parts a little, if needed, to fit snuggly in all places. Then slowly finish screwing in tge screws. Be careful not to overtighten (just hand tighten per the instructions) because overtightening could strip the top of the screw or the wood. Re-tighten again, if needed, after 2 weeks of use. So to sum up, this bench is beautiful, sturdy, very well made, easy to assemble, and a great price for the high quality of the product. And also, thanks for the good customer service. I shopped around a lot before second on this one. I’m glad I did. I think you’ll be happy with anything you buy from this company.

Devo dire la verità, ero un po dubbioso anche per il prezzo che non è tanto basso (150,00 euro) ma appena aperto il pacco e toccato con mano non ho avuto più nessun dubbio sulla qualità di questo sgabello, robustissimo e bellissima lavorazione del legno. Esteticamente molto bello per la linea orientaleggiante e molto solido, materiali di qualità e facilissimo da montare. Dentro la confezione ho trovato un voucher con lo sconto del 10% sul prossimo acquisto (rilasciato dal produttore e non da Amazon). Che dire altro se non che sono pienamente soddisfatto. Per i tempi di consegna di Amazon la solita valutazione fino alla noia... impeccabili.

Magnifique. On fait le montage soi-même. Très facile. Livraison très rapide. Excellent produit.