Here is my review/suggestions.... I am a composer/musician/artist/mosaicist and work from home - basically a work-station for each discipline. Purchased two of these to clear up space in my livingroom. 27$ - so I purchased two.
This is NOT a product to be all gung-ho in assembling. Make some tea/coffee/other beverage, relax, put on some music, and enjoy the journey of assembly, while getting to know the new addition to your flat.
Things to consider -
1 - Not Tiffany quality, but if put together with some extra love, it will last awhile.
2 - Gorilla Glue, wood glue version. This is optional, but recommended. GLUE EVERYTHING! From the screws to the joints NOTE - this will render your product moot for return and disassembly. But, it will be sturdier to some degree since this is particle board.
3 - Cats. If you have them, either put them away while you assemble or accept that they will want to 'help'. Be aware there are tiny things they might eat or play with and lose, and it comes with styrofoam (which I don't understand why they still use - it's just harmful to everything)
4 - Surfaces. This scratches easily and I have cement floors. Put a towel down or do this on carpet to avoid scratches. Make sure whatever you decide, it's as level/flat as possible.
5 - Power Drill. Be seriously carefull with this. Use one, yes, but short, light, bursts, as this is particle board and will rip apart easily.
6 - Cleaning. Soft towel and Windex or other light cleaner works well. Don't be aggressive as it scratches easily.
The instructions are... ok. Do a mock run before final assembly, especially if you opt to use glue. When gluing joints and whatnot, have a heavy object near to place on top while you allow the glue to dry a bit before continuing. The pieces are marked with LETTERS in RED, however, kind of hard to read. But at least they are there. Also which direction they go can also be kind of vague. Some of the diagrams are not accurate. I have included a photo one. The LARGER rods go on the btm and the SMALLER ones on top. The TOP caps you kind of have to just keep turning, even when flat to the shelf, until it can't turn any further.
If you opt to use glue - wait a few hours before using it to make sure the glue has dried/sealed.
This desk can ONLY be assembled in one direction - shelves only on the one side. I purchased two and am just going to turn the other one around - or you can be reckless and free and drill new holes, going against the conformity of the directions. You Go Rockstar! (You will run the risk of destroying your new desk).
It's shallow - as in from what is deemed the front to the back. 15.5". Enough for a monitor and keyboard (there is NO keyboard pull-out shelf). But not much else. All depending on the size of keyboard/monitor you have. A standard/typical desktop hard drive will fit on the lower shelf. And JUST that - depending on its weight. Again - particle board, not quite that strong. Portable hard drives and what not are perfect for the upper shelf. Photos, nicknacks, and whatnot are perfect for the top shelf - however, if you have cats, they will just be invitations to knock off. Fair warning.
This desk is OPEN - as in there are NO extra holes for cords. Again, you can drill new ones yourself but you run the risk of destroying your desk.
It's compact - very compact. It can fit most places in a flat - like a tiny car can fit in random/odd spaces. But pretty much just a computer/laptop station. This is NOT a desk for someone who likes to spread out while they work - hence, I purchased two.
There ya go, these are just my thoughts/suggestions. It's a good desk. It works. Don't be rough with it, and it will last. Go Forth and Create!
I was looking for a small desk that didn't take too much space in my room to store my makeup and this was perfect. The image originally has the shelves built on the right but I put mine to the left as I liked it better that way (just so you have an option). The 2 drawers are pretty spacious and are also removable. Btw, I'm 5'0 so it's perfect for me. Overall, satisfied with my purchase!
This is a decent desk, and it's just what I needed for a small computer setup in my basement. I noticed a lot of low ratings due to the size, with reviewers saying "smaller than it looks" and other similar comments. Measurements are provided in the 2nd photo on this listing, so PLEASE read them before you buy it! The size not being exactly what was expected based entirely off a quick glance is no reason to leave a 1 star review, and it needlessly hurts the rating.
Now, going onto my own comments, the reason I rated it 4 stars instead of 5 is due to the finish of the desk. The panels have some minor chips and scratches around them due to somewhat loose packaging, giving it an almost pre-owned appearance. It's not enough for me to send it back, but the manufacturer could do a better job of packing to make sure this doesn't happen.
Despite the minor damage, the desk looks nice when assembled and is sturdier than expected! Aside from the metal screws and locks, the desk is made entirely from light weight particle board with plastic feet and hollow plastic tubes for the post at the end of the shelves. Not a real high quality feel, but hey, it's a $30 desk! You can't get solid wood panels at this price without building from scratch. It's not rock solid like a bigger, heavier desk, but it doesn't wobble either unless intentionally shaken. While building, I used a drop of wood resin glue on each screw and dowel to increase the sturdiness of the build, and it's all holding together nice and tight!
If all you need is a small desk, and don't mind something with a cheaper feel, this is great desk! If you need something larger or want something that feels real heavy duty, pay more than $30 or $40.
Just bought this desk is small and convenient so I love it. The material is not the best but is a great product for the price. So far so good!
I'm not a broke college student buying this desk. I'm just broke. I'm a writer, you see, and a writer needs a desk just as much as he needs an imagination. Whether I am a good writer or not is a different subject entirely. So, naturally I went with this desk. Why? Because it's cheap. I read all reviews and erred on the side of caution when purchasing it. I braced myself for what horrors I would come to purchase, and I was pleasantly surprised to find that this desk really isn't half bad. That is, if you are willing to put in a little extra work to make it last. There are screws, wooden pegs and locking screws. That's it. You'll need a crosshead screwdriver and a hammer. This is where the little extra effort comes in. I also used Gorilla Glue Wood Glue and a power drill with a crosshead attachment.
I want this thing to last. So I loosened the purse strings a bit to buy a (small) bottle of Gorilla Glue to assist with my assembly. Any joint, any attachment, any screw got the glue. The whole thing is made of particle board and plastic with a faux wood finish. Hey, if you wanted to buy something carved from solid oak and aged and stained to perfection, look elsewhere. You're not building Rome, you're building a one-room truck stop on the way to Rome. No, this desk won't be perfect. It's a cookie-cutter kind of desk; you'll certainly get what you paid for if the little extra effort isn't invested.
30 minutes it says on the box for assembly. With my wood glue it took about 45 minutes. I applied liberally and often the wood glue. I used the power drill for the screws and a regular screwdriver to take it home. It's particle board and it will split and disintegrate with enough force, i.e. over-zealous power drilling. The hammer is used really only for the pegs on the bottom of the desk. And maybe excise a little frustration if that's your thing. The boards do have some semblance of organization as they each have respective letters stamped on them. A, B, C, etc. to help with the assembly. 45 minutes later and bam! I had a desk...with one minor issue. It wobbles. Not a whole lot but if I go full-on Beethoven-hammering-on-my-MacBook-keys then the desk may very well tip over. Hence the 4-star review and not 5.
I made some mistakes along the way. The plastic poles looked like the taller ones were on top but nay, they are on the bottom. I accidentally placed an unfinished edge or two facing towards me; an easy fix. And I may or may not have accidentally glued my hand to a board. More than once. Stop laughing. Gorilla Glue is no joke apparently. And no, there's no need to drill your own holes. Then again, you can do what you want. I'm just a review. I added my MacBook 13.3" for scale in case you can't grasp dimensions like me. Thank you for reading.
Feature Product
- QUALITY MATERIAL: Manufactured from high quality durable composite wood and plastic tubes.
- IMPROVED SAFETY FEATURE: Rounded corner reduces risks of injury
- FURINNO FITS: Fits in your space, fits on your budget
- PRODUCT DIMENSION: 39(W)x33.6(H)x15.5(D) inches. DESK TOP DIMENSION: 28.5(W)x28.2(H)x15.5(D) inches.
Description
Furinno 11181 Compact Computer Desk is designed for space saving and modern stylish look. The medium density composite wood is manufactured in Malaysia and comply with the green rules of production. There is no foul smell, durable and the material is the most stable amongst the medium density composite woods. The PVC tube is made from recycled plastic and is tested for its durability. A simple attitude towards lifestyle is reflected directly on the design of Furinno Furniture, creating a trend of simply nature. All the products are produced and assembled 100-percent in Malaysia with 95% - 100% recycled materials. Care instructions: wipe clean with clean damped cloth. Avoid using harsh chemicals. Pictures are for illustration purpose. All decor items are not included in this offer.
I love it. It's the perfect size desk to use as a vanity considering I live in a very small apartment. Fit perfectly and didn't not take up too much room.
could be made into a little vanity that fit in very little space?
Since I couldn't find the type of vanity I wanted, nor one that had to fit in the only corner available in my bedroom, I decided to look at computer desks. When I saw this one & it's measurements, a light came on over my head & I just knew it would work perfectly. The only problem would be converting the side with the storage pegs so it would be on the left rather than the right.
I can tell you, this was not the easiest project to complete because of what I wanted it to become. That, plus the fact that some of the instructions were not clear. Nonetheless, project started &, with a few cuss words, a bruised knuckle or two & a smashed thumb, it was put together & now rests neatly in the far corner of my bedroom. It is just big enough for the make-up organizer, make-up mirror, a beautiful piece of crystal that holds various product.
I LOVE the drawers. They aren't solid, but made of canvas & fit like a glove in the vanity itself & the side with the storage shelves is holding a mini 5 drawer storage unit, plus a container with brushes, a water bottle & other product that can be kept close at hand.
This woman's dream for a 'working' vanity came true with a little elbow grease & some imagination. LOL...
I bought this desk because i desperately needed somewhere to put my stuff and i chose this product because of the price. Reading all the reviews I thought I would regret my purchase but I'm perfectly okay with the desk. Its nothing fancy but its a sturdy enough desk to work on. I understand why there were complaints about the desk, certain issues like the screws not fitting in the pre-drilled holes and what not but you just have to be patient and work with what you get, I had the same problem but was able to fix it fairly easily. Another problem mentioned was a part breaking off, I'm sorry to say but that only happened because you put too much pressure on the screws, I only tightened with enough pressure to secure the parts together, you just have to get the feel of when enough tightening has been applied. The desk is as good as it gets for $35 so just know that allot of these reviews aren't being as fair as they should be considering the circumstances. Point simple, If you like the look of the desk, need it on a budget, and take care of your things, i recommend this desk to you. :)
Also:: this is probably a two-person job but i did it on my own and got it done within about an hour.
I was so excited when it finally arrived. You get what you paid for. The wood isn't the best quality but is really good for people who needs a desk to work with but doesn't want to spend a lot of money.
I absolutely love this desk! I have had mine for about 2-3 weeks now! It is exactly what I was looking for! It is small and gets the job done! Several people complained about it being too small and I can't really speak on that since I am very petite at 4'9''!
I needed a small desk for a tiny corner in my home office and this was so perfect! The measurements provided were exact! The assembly is incredibly easy as well!! I usually have someone build furniture for me, but I cannot stress how EASY this was to put together!
The only thing I did not like was that the drawers are actually made out of non-woven bins - but that was my fault for not reading carefully. However, the longer I have the desk the more and more I fall in love with the non-woven bins as "drawers". I prefer the bins to the drawers now that I have had the desk for a little while :)
I definitely recommend this desk!
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