Nixon Coffee Table: Assembly Instructions

Is it sturdy? No. Is it ethical? Probably not. Does it have a dark, polished finish that hides the stains of red sauce from last night's pizza? Absolutely.

I chose it for the sleek lines and the mid-century modern vibe. But when I flipped open the instruction manual, I realized I hadn’t bought a table. I had bought a foreign policy crisis in a box. nixon coffee table assembly instructions

Happy building. And remember: Have you ever assembled a piece of furniture that felt like a political scandal? Tell me about your "Ikea-gate" in the comments below! Is it sturdy

Every time I put my coffee mug down, I wonder if the surface is bugged. Every time my dog bumps into it, I flinch, waiting for the "third-rate burglary" of the whole thing collapsing. Probably not

Warning: This post contains no actual political scandals, but it does contain high stakes, a few missing washers, and the potential for a very wobbly leg.