Comments on: How to Build a Standing Desk

By: Natalie

Natalie — Thu, 20 Jan 2011 17:17:15 +0000

Along the same lines of the GeekDesk is this one by Jaymil… http://www.jaymil.com/Products/DetailView.php?p=431. It’s as cost effective as the GeekDesk but with a better height range (for those of us who don’t fall into the middle 95 percentile) and more options for frame sizes and top colors. I’ve been using one for a while and love it!

By: Mike

Mike — Sat, 02 Oct 2010 12:22:10 +0000

Very nice, Mark. Ignore the harsh comment about your lack of skill … You actually DID BUILD IT!

You might improve the looks very easily, should you find the need to procrastinate a bit. Just buy some course and fine sanding paper … course knock off the splinters and sharp edges. Then perhaps, if needed, some wood filler for any voids you might want to fill. Then two or three coats of either clear or colored finish … it is found at any hardware store or WalMart, comes in many wood shades (and even colors) and it just brushes on and dries in a few hours. Fine sand between coats. It will improve the looks greatly.

Should you feel exceptionally creative, borrow a router and round over all of the (outside) edges before you finish the desk. I like your fabric idea. Nicely done.

By: Al

Al — Sat, 04 Sep 2010 10:09:39 +0000

Images from this post are missing.:-(

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Green Tips: Eco-friendly Office Furniture — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 16:02:14 +0000

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Keep Going: How to Create and Maintain New Habits — Sat, 24 Apr 2010 16:54:07 +0000

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By: mark Lazen

mark Lazen — Sat, 27 Feb 2010 00:39:26 +0000

Also, I can see you really love the "for dummies" series of books. Which I think shows good sense.

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Sun, 21 Feb 2010 04:53:05 +0000

[...] (a hacker and data geek if there ever was one). I am particularly intrigued by his fondness for stand-up desks, which are exactly what they sound like. As someone who already sits for much of the day, the [...]

By: Don

Don — Thu, 28 Jan 2010 22:26:34 +0000

I like very much the design and construction with common materials.
So what exactly is the fan cooling?
Is there a kilt involved : ) ?

By: Meryl’s Plans for 2010: Continued Balance

Meryl’s Plans for 2010: Continued Balance — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 19:00:41 +0000

[...] monitor that plugs right into my laptop. A couple of them are available, but reviews are mixed. A standing desk would be cool, but they’re pricey and I’m not confident I can build an ergonomical and [...]

By: Wes

Wes — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 23:21:51 +0000

The geek desk is just an old drafting table that I used to use 30 years ago

By: Simon’s Plans for 2010

Simon’s Plans for 2010 — Sat, 09 Jan 2010 14:01:14 +0000

[...] Just before the holidays, I moved into a new house. One of the reasons I wanted to leave my last place was that it was small, with no separate office — I ended up working on the kitchen table, which was bad for my back, never mind the separation of my work and home lives. Now I have a spare bedroom, which I will be kitting out as an office space, complete with custom-built workspace and shelving — even a standing desk. [...]

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DIY Home and Mobile Office Ergonomics — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 20:02:07 +0000

[...] But you can alter your home ergonomics for the better yourself. There’s a a lot of information out there to help you set up your workspace to meet your ergonomic requirements. I found a handy Office Ergonomics Checklist and a discussion of conventional ergonomics wisdom as compared with current research results. Both of thee resources helped me adjust my workspace to my specific requirements. You could also try changing things up with a standing desk. [...]

By: Digital LCD Frame

Digital LCD Frame — Sun, 27 Sep 2009 16:20:40 +0000

I think that you accomplished it, but it could look a bit more pleasing to the eye? Anyway, don’t stand up too much, because it will be bad for your feet and joints if you do it too much.

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5 Fast Tips to Help You Get a Break Today — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 18:01:29 +0000

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By: Ted Gable

Ted Gable — Thu, 09 Jul 2009 15:47:10 +0000

Another brand to consider is GeekDesk -- VERY cost-effective. I've had one about a year now, and love it. The make complete desks now too (not just frames). www.GeekDesk.com

By: Bill

Bill — Thu, 09 Jul 2009 14:38:34 +0000

I think it’s good for fun but if you really want to make full use of it (height adjustable, quality, design, etc.) I think I would just buy it. Get a good brand name, one example is biomorph http://www.biomorphdesk.com
Ciao!