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Still holds up after long use
I have had this standing desk for roughly 1 and half years, am still currently using it, and have enjoyed it. This standing desk is quite stable and holds a lot of weight. I currently have 3 monitors mounted near the back of the desk and a medium sized computer mounted on the side of the desk (probably comes out to around 50 pounds) which are all easily lifted by the motor, although it is a tiny bit noisy, but won't really matter if you don't move it every 10 seconds. This thing lifts the desk top with ease. The height goes up well above a standard standing height and goes down to a lowered chair level, so it's height is very adjustable. Building the desk also didn't take very long, so getting this thing up and running shouldn't be too big of a deal. I did like the fact that the desk came with some cable guides to route the cables for the motor and interface. The interface is also very easy to use and has 4 different presets for heights you want to save. There were 2 things I wasn't too happy about which is why it's getting a 4 star though. Number 1, the desk top is in 2 pieces and gets assembled when you build it, which is fine because it makes the shipping easier, but still would've liked to have 1 solid top. Number 2, the desk can be a little bit wobbly (mostly at higher heights), mainly because there are only 2 points of contact for the feet/legs instead of 4. I could just be nitpicking though and you may not care that much. At the time of this review the desk is around $150 usd which is really nothing to complain about especially with all it offers. Overall the desk is a great buy especially for the price and I would recommend it for anyone that wants to get a standing desk without having to fork out a bunch of money for it.
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A teleworker’s requirement
I’ll start by saying a riser desk is a health requirement! After 3 years of sitting and working from home I developed a severe case of sciatic pain and probably some nerve damage. I started going in the office once a week and started standing with my office riser desk. Although it was a little uncomfortable standing I stood for about 4 hours and the pain became less uncomfortable. Sitting forces everyone to lean forward which puts a lot of strain on your back and neck. I have an office set up downstairs with an executive desk so the days the sciatic pain was too bad I wanted/needed something upstairs. This riser desk is perfect in many ways: it rises higher than I expected (definitely higher than the one in my office), probably goes lower than I need, has 3 self-programmable settings, is easy to put together, has storage hooks on both sides of the desk, a cable management “tray” and is a third of the price for a similar riser desk at a brick and mortar store. As for assembly. The box and packaging was perfect with lots of foam cushioning so nothing was dented or damaged. The instructions were clear where it was needed and the illustrations were large so I didn’t accidentally connect anything in the wrong direction. There was even a business sized card with a qr code to watch an installation video. I didn’t use it or need it so I can’t really comment on that. The desktop comes in 2 sections, but it appears that the way you install it makes it sturdy. It says the desktop will hold 176 pounds. The one advice I’ll add is it say to use a screwdriver or drill for assembling the top. The holes are tight so if using a screwdriver make sure the Phillips end isn’t chipped. You’ll also need a good grip and strong wrist. Yup, it’s that tight!!! Because I have nerve damage I started with the screwdriver and finished it with a screwdriver drill - an electric screwdriver doesn’t have enough torque to do this job. The 2 center screws by the legs you may need to use only a screwdriver as it’s hard to get a drill in there. Also it’s almost impossible to mess up the screw heads with a drill, but make sure you the correct sized screwdriver bit to get a good “bite” on the screw. I set mine up by myself in about 45 minutes. This desk comes in multiple sizes and colors so you cannot go wrong on a pick unless your spouse tells you that you picked the wrong color. Just had to take another glance at mine. LOLNot much else to add except I would recommend getting a drafting stool for health reasons and for easier transitioning from sitting to standing and an anti-fatigue mat to stand on. Hope this helps anyone reading it. I’ll add some pictures after I order some additional monitors and set up my new desk.
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Beware of power wire connections it can easily break from Under Desk.
Value for price paid on Hawkins Woodshop
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Cute, works well!
Haven’t owned this for more than a few months, I will update later if it’s held up. So far it’s great! Easy to put together, sturdy (holds two full size monitors, a plant, and two laptops) with plenty of room for a keyboard and mouse area. It’s comfortable, sits very well and I like the option to stand instead of sit.
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Loveeeee!
Simple. Perfect. Elegant. Sturdy material and easy to out together. The desk I have been needing for awhile. Easy to use and set height settings. Worth the money to me. Been using for about 2 weeks, no parts missing when arrived.
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Decent product
I caught this on sale, but I would buy it for full price. The quality is good. The construction of it took about an hour and I does what it is supposed to do. I have had no problems with the mechanism. My only issue is the measurements are off about an inch. I paid for 48 X 24 and that’s what I should have got. Other than that this product seems great so far.
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Great value and perfect for a small craft room or home office.
I bought this desk specifically for my Cricut station, and it's been exactly what I was hoping for. The 48" x 24" size gives me enough room for my Cricut, mat, and the projects I'm working on without taking up a huge amount of space. The height adjustment is smooth, and being able to switch between sitting and standing is a nice bonus during longer crafting sessions. Assembly was straightforward, and the desk feels sturdy once everything is put together. The white finish also looks clean and bright, which fits really well in my craft space. If you're looking for an affordable standing desk for crafting, a Cricut setup, or a small home office, I'd definitely recommend this one.
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