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I'm looking to buy or make a standing desk now.

What desks are you using and do you have any recommendations?

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This is the one I made. Pretty easy construction.

https://m.imgur.com/j9QT0R4?r

I have a desk from the Human Solution made with reclaimed wood. It wasn't cheap, but it's solid and it looks great. Friends are always complementing me on it. It's been working well for about two years now.

http://www.thehumansolution.com/stand-up-desk-with-reclaimed...

Oh nice. Do you adjust the monitor height when you lift/lower the desk.

I was thinking of making something similar to the gaze desk. I just need to find the right hardware for it. http://www.gazedesk.com/en/product/sample-product/gaze-desk-...

> Do you adjust the monitor height when you lift/lower the desk.

No. I use Ergotron arms (http://www.ergotron.com/en-us/) for my MacBook and external monitor. Everything is always at the right height regardless of whether I'm sitting or standing.

Here's a picture of my setup:

https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/16620309/standingdesk.jp...

I've taken a look at that same desk. Are the surface and edges smooth, or are there rough patches that could snag/splinter? Can you write on paper on the desk surface smoothly?

Good question. Yes, there are rough patches. You couldn't write on paper without something like a book underneath.

I have a Varidesk (https://www.varidesk.com/). It is solid, no frills, and easy to use. The price point is reasonable too.

I agree. I split my time between a co-working space and home, and I have a Varidesk Pro 36 at each location. I have been using them for a few years now, and I think they're a great product.

How sturdy are those? I tried using an ikea standing desk at my old office and it wobbled way too much.

Also do you think it will last 3-5 years?

The only time I experience any wobble at all is at the highest height, and even then it's minimal.

My second one was purchased used on craigslist. It is more than 3 years old, and still "like new".

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