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Update for 2020:It has been over 5 years since I ordered this desk. The price is nearly the same, which is great. It continues to stand up (sorry) very well. I've since ordered the memory controller so that my height settings are consistent, but I admit I don't lift it up into the standing position as often as I used to. Even so, it makes for a great 'traditional' desk, and I still have the occasional person asking me what it is and where it is from.The finish hasn't worn in the slightest. It seems to be invincible to everyday use. I've drilled a few holes on the underside for various things, and it is a VERY tough material to drill into, but it hasn't surrendered to any of the abuse I've put it through.I would still say its only downside is the slight wobble when subjected to a good amount of weight. As of now, I have two 27 inch monitors and one 23 inch, a full tower, speakers, keyboard, mouse, about 12 lbs of aircraft gauges, and probably 20 lbs of additional junk slung onto it. Nothing seems to be any less stable. As long as you aren't hammering on it, you'll probably be happy with the stability.If you happen to be very into making music, and you get a bit heavy handed with your weighted keyboard, your monitors might shake. Especially in a standing configuration. But for the price? I'm still thrilled with this desk, and would recommend it to anyone looking for a sit/stand desk that won't break the bank----Original Review-----In this review, I'm going to talk about this desk specifically, as well as standing desks in general.First, some quick pros and cons:+Most affordable sit/stand desk at this size (As of this writing)+Free shipping!+Easy to put together+Attractive design+Awesome customer service/company+Quiet operation-No memory controller option (Memory controller option is now offered, and you can upgrade. I have, and I recommend it)-No cord management, even for the cords involved in the lift mechanismAbout this desk:Overall, I'm very happy with this product. Even as a standard desk, it works quite well, and looks great. They've included two grommets for running wires, and both are located where you'll actually want them (in the corners). The desk is stable, and I was surprised to find I really like the curvature they've added to the front.The desk arrived in three very heavy boxes. The top, the cross bar and feet, and the lifting mechanisms. Each one was quite a bit heavier than I expected. Even so, I was able to haul it all up a flight of steps and put it together by myself. Everything is somewhat straightforward, but be sure to follow the instructions for the t-shaped parts (You'll see what I mean). Also make sure you don't pinch one of the wires between the frame and tabletop.Operating the desk is exactly as simple as you'd expect. Press up to go up, press down to go down. On my desk, I get a audible pop when I get near the very lowest position, and sometimes when coming up to standing height. I was alarmed at first, but everything is still working fine, so it might be normal.About standing desks:If you're like me, you've been all over the internet looking for a sit/stand desk that doesn't cost a thousand dollars. Let me tell you, this is probably as cheap as you're going to find them. It is important to note that most of these companies get their desk frames from the same company, so the majority of their price is markup. ApexDesk's price is simply the best I've found for a desk with these features. EVOdesk didn't even respond to my emails.I work from home most of the time as a web designer and graphic artist. This left me sitting all day long. It turns out I'm a PC gamer too, so when work was done, I'd be sitting some more. I was sick of it. I wanted some options. This desk was the answer for me.I normally start the day standing. It is hard to explain, but I really like being able to just walk up to the desk and work. I also find that I'm running around a lot more in the mornings (Getting coffee, letting the dog out, letting the dog in) so being able to switch tasks instantly is nice.A lot of people will tell you to buy a padded mat to stand on. I personally don't use one (update in 2020: I sure as hell do now. Recommended). Just socks on a hard floor. This is a user preference thing. You can extend your standing time with a mat, but if you give yourself some time, your feet will adjust (Update in 2020: Yes, your feet will, but your spine won't! Save yourself! Buy a mat!). If you are the type of person who wears super supportive shoes, you'll want a mat.As soon as I start to feel fatigued, I lower the desk and sit for a while. This is generally during the mid segments of the day when I'm really focused on a task. I may put the desk up a few more times during the day, especially if I'm making calls. Generally, near the end of the work day I'm standing. I know that a whole lot of sitting is coming for the end of the day, so might as well be on my feet.Tips for standing desk use:-Don't torture yourself! Stand until you don't want to. Then sit. That's the whole point! I read about a lot of people talking about agonising pain from standing all day. Don't be an idiot. Your tolerance for standing will increase without the need to cause bodily harm.-Don't just stand still. Standing still is just as bad as sitting all day. Shift your weight, step to the window. Take advantage of the fact that it is much easier to move around when you're already standing.-Buy cord management stuff with this desk. With the desk in standing mode, you'll have a lot of cords to contend with.-Don't read too much into the research. Half of it says sitting all day is killing you. The other half says standing desks will kill you. What do they expect, for us to just hover? Try elevating your mouse and keyboard on a box, and working like that for a bit. Not dead yet? Kinda like it? Buy this desk.
