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Naturally Playful® Summertime Play Center
This unique play center combines sandbox with built-in picnic table and bench. Made in USA of US and imported parts. Umbrella made in China.
- Includes umbrella for shaded play (umbrella color may vary)
- Lid keeps pets (and other critters) out
- Picnic table seats up to four children
- Two additional seats on sandbox sides promote group play
- Holds up to 200 lbs (90.9 kg) of sand (not included)
- Includes 2 shovels and 2 pots
- Minimal adult assembly required
- Tips to enhance product life
Product Number: 788900
Dimensions: 13.00 H 57.00 W 70.00 D
Weight: 50.00 lbs
+ $29.99 Shipping
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REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 15 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
64%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Durable (9)
- Easy assembly (7)
- Easy to clean (6)
- Dries quickly (5)
- Attractive (4)
Cons
- Flimsy (6)
Best Uses
- Small children (7)
- Outdoors (5)
- Patio (5)
- Summer (5)
- Group play (4)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Parent of two or more children (4), Homeowner (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (5)
Most Liked Positive Review
Yes, I purchased a winner!
We love the Play Center Sandbox. The umbrella and bench/table combo is wonderful. My daughter (2 1/2 years old) loves to make sand castles along the table top and the umbrella ...Read complete review
We love the Play Center Sandbox. The umbrella and bench/table combo is wonderful. My daughter (2 1/2 years old) loves to make sand castles along the table top and the umbrella makes the shade priceless. She loves to sweep off the table with a little outdoor brush that we purchased. Even after a thunderstorm, the cover has not blown off nor has water leaked into the sand. The umbella detaches easily when the wind picks up. The plastic is sturdy even when mom comes to play and the natural color does not clash in the backyard. I only used three 50 lb bags of sand so far which is plenty for a toddler. We are very happy with this purchase.
This is our third Step 2 purchase.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Looks like fun but have concerns......
Overall this seems like a good product even though I am a bit concerned about how durable the plastic will be with kids sitting on the sandbox edges. I really like the combo of the...Read complete review
Overall this seems like a good product even though I am a bit concerned about how durable the plastic will be with kids sitting on the sandbox edges. I really like the combo of the table & sandbox and the umbrella is a great idea. The colors are very pleasant & blend into the yard very well.
I am a bit perplexed by a two things though. First, the lid seems like an afterthought. It just seems to rest on top of the base & doesn't really fit the contours of the base. Secondly, there are 3 holes around the perimeter of the sandbox base that do not appear in the pictures. They do not appear to have any function & seem like they will just collect debris & harbor insects. I think we will need to add our own caps to these holes.
I'd see about other comparable options before recommending to anyone.
REVIEWS
Reviewed by 15 customers
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Pros
- Attractive Design
- Durable
- Easy Assembly
- Hours of Fun
- Weather Resistant
Cons
- Flimsy
Best Uses
- Individual Play
- Physical Activity
- Small Children
Comments about Step2 Naturally Playful® Summertime Play Center:
love that it is made in the U.S.A... except the umbrella..which is cute but not really very strong. I think any umbrella isn't going to do very well in the wind expecially for that size of one. But it was nice to have one to help shade him more from the sun. using as a childs pool for now as my grandson is 11 months. We, yes I was in it with him.. love it. also same opinion about the lid as others were saying.. im using bungies to help keep it secure. Fix that and you do have a winner...
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Easy Assembly
- Hours of Fun
- Weather Resistant
Cons
- Flimsy
Best Uses
- Group Play
- Small Children
Comments about Step2 Naturally Playful® Summertime Play Center:
We have had this for over 5 years and yes the base, table and umbrella have stood up well. The problem is the lid! It is so flimsy no matter how you hold it down (we used bungees) water gets in. If you do not secure it down it goes airborne very easily! We have had to empty it yearly but now the lid seems permenantly inverted. Also the bench is only good for small children ages 4 or under after that they will be too big to sit at the table.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Easy Assembly
Cons
- Flimsy
- Not Weather Resistant
Best Uses
- Group Play
- Individual Play
- Small Children
Comments about Step2 Naturally Playful® Summertime Play Center:
Probably one of the most attractive smaller-sized sandboxes out there. The picnic table attached to it makes it very unique. The BIG problem with it is the flimsy cover-- it barely fits correctly when it's new...as soon as the wind has flung it off a few times, or your toddler has stood on it (which he/she will!) it becomes warped/crushed and never fits again... allowing water and critters to enter. The umbrella is also incredibly cheap and will need to be replaced but it's adorable even without it. The quality issues are surprising given how well made the rest of this sandbox... and all of the other Step 2 pieces we've purchased are. Step 2: redsign the cover and you've got a winner.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to clean
- Sturdy bench
- Sturdy table
- Versitile
Cons
- Lid concaves
- Lid lets rain in
- Not Weather Resistant
Best Uses
- Group Play
- Individual Play
- Small Children
- Special Needs
- Toddlers
- Waddlers
Comments about Step2 Naturally Playful® Summertime Play Center:
The table is great and the kids love it but rain gets in and the lid is flimsy. We bought ours used, wouldn't have paid full price. If using sand, it needs to be changed each year. Great for [$], not quite for new price..
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
- DEFECTIVE
- Flimsy
Best Uses
- Small Children
Comments about Step2 Naturally Playful® Summertime Play Center:
Bought this for an Easter gift for my kids and when we opened it, the cover was warped and terribly flimsy. Then upon inspection of the sandbox we noticed that the sandbox was bent as well. This would have been a great product if the cover was as sturdy as the other naturally playful items or if it has bungies to secure the cover on. Took it back and the store manager opened three others and they all had the same problems so we ended up with just the regular naturally playful sandbox which had a much sturdier design for half the price. I was really bummed as this product could have been great!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
