Some of our customers when researching their solid wood desk top purchase are keen to make it impervious to water damage. This post will discuss the finishing options with water resistance in mind. Can you “water proof” solid wood? We […]
We used to offer a pilot hole service when we delivered our solid wood desk tops to fit frames with adjustable cross beams like Fully, Flexispot and Flytta or custom legs, at present we are not offering this service, so […]
Sometimes a standard rectangle or square desk/table top just won’t work for a space. Maybe it physically can’t fit or it impedes a doorway. Maybe it needs to fit into a specific alcove or bay window. Maybe it should look […]
In recent years more desk frame options and brands have flooded the sit/stand market. Even cheaper sit/stand desk frames can represent a considerable investment, so it’s natural you want to make the right decision. We are not affiliated with any […]
We currently offer four solid woods: Oak, Pine, Walnut and Asian Hardwood. What are the pros and cons of each? In this post we discuss some key factors that could help with your decision making.
Many desk tops do not come with pre-drilled holes. Why is that? How can you attach a solid wood table top to a desk frame? Which desk frames cannot be attached by means of wood screws? And what about non-sit/stand desks?
Our solid wood desk tops, monitor stands and shelving are by their very nature robust and hardwearing. That said, your product’s potential lifespan is huge, so considering its maintenance is time well spent, paying dividends in years to come. For […]
“Which sit/stand desk frame would you recommend?” As long as we have specialised in making solid wood tops for height adjustable desk frames we have been asked that question. It is easy to see why. In recent years this decision […]
Height adjustment is not the only important aspect of adjustable desks. Length adjustment is also key, because space under the desk can be just as important as space on the desk.
Being a little bit taller or a little bit smaller can make working on a standard sized desk a pain in the neck, literally! Find alternatives to fit your home, office and budget.
For one reason or another, the popular Idåsen sit/stand desk frame seems to be entirely out of stock in the UK as of early September 2020. The website suggests some lucky locations will start stocking again as early as October, […]
The IKEA Idåsen positions itself as cooler cousin of the IKEA Bekant. It’s industrial look and colour combinations distinguish it from the budget student desk feel, the Bekant now has a lower price price, now sitting at £55 less than […]
Info: this post contains affiliate links. A recent trend with Ikea hackers is to use an Ikea kitchen counter top as a desk table top. The first time I saw something like this was back in 2015, someone fitted an […]
There’s only one way to find out… check out our Trust Pilot reviews page. We choose to use a 3rd party reviews site because reviews only posted on our website by us would lack the credibility you need to make […]
Many customers have grand designs for their custom sized solid wood desk top. Previous posts have discussed choosing the right wood, cutting the top to a custom shape, accessories to go with your solid wood desk top, waterproofing, and also […]
If you are looking into upgrading your display set up to allow for 2 or 3 monitors, you will likely be doing some pretty intense research on which monitor mount to use. Or maybe you are getting into podcasting or […]
A common problem once you start getting used to standing whilst working is actually forgetting to sit. One of the major benefits of a sit/stand desk is not just standing, but being able to change your posture regularly. “The best […]
Your tolerance to standing will increase the longer you have a standing desk. Great! If your posture is correct and you frequently take breaks/change your stance then you might have noticed that some niggling back pains and wrist aches are […]
Why does standing so easily fatigue? How can we stand better, to ensure we get the most out of standing whilst working? I remember my first mini music festival, it was Evo Fest, up in Newcastle, circa 2009. Despite the […]
This series is looking at why standing is much more fatiguing than walking. When queuing at a theme park, or as mentioned previously, when standing all day at a music festival, my feet used to hurt so much. Since following […]
Our series continues with a third instalment. We are taking a broad look at why standing can be more painful that walking or even running for a prolonged period of time. The good news? It doesn’t have to. In fact, […]
The fourth part of our ‘how to stand’ series. Why think about how to stand? Because if you are working at standing desk, you can do some damage by maintaining poor posture, perhaps even more damage than if you were […]
The previous article about effective stretching highlighted the “One Stretch”, developed by notable Kiwi Robin McKenzie. In this article we could take the pithy words of fellow New Zealander, Arthur Lydiard as the basis of the fifth and final instalment […]
Ensure your investment in a sit stand desk is not wasted by how you arrange your peripherals. Learn the key to creating an ergonomic workspace in this post.
Some of our customers when researching their solid wood desk top purchase are keen to make it impervious to water damage. This post will discuss the finishing options with water resistance in mind. Can you “water proof” solid wood? We […]
We used to offer a pilot hole service when we delivered our solid wood desk tops to fit frames with adjustable cross beams like Fully, Flexispot and Flytta or custom legs, at present we are not offering this service, so […]
Sometimes a standard rectangle or square desk/table top just won’t work for a space. Maybe it physically can’t fit or it impedes a doorway. Maybe it needs to fit into a specific alcove or bay window. Maybe it should look […]
In recent years more desk frame options and brands have flooded the sit/stand market. Even cheaper sit/stand desk frames can represent a considerable investment, so it’s natural you want to make the right decision. We are not affiliated with any […]
We currently offer four solid woods: Oak, Pine, Walnut and Asian Hardwood. What are the pros and cons of each? In this post we discuss some key factors that could help with your decision making.
Many desk tops do not come with pre-drilled holes. Why is that? How can you attach a solid wood table top to a desk frame? Which desk frames cannot be attached by means of wood screws? And what about non-sit/stand desks?
If you are looking for a solid wood top, at a budget price and quick turn around, Asian Hardwood could be the right choice for you.
Is desk top thickness just about the price tag? Find out which is the best thickness for your project in this blog post.
Our solid wood desk tops, monitor stands and shelving are by their very nature robust and hardwearing. That said, your product’s potential lifespan is huge, so considering its maintenance is time well spent, paying dividends in years to come. For […]
Our jargon buster to help you make the right choices about the finer details of your solid wood desk top.
Struggling to buy just 1 article, i.e. a desk frame, from IKEA? This ‘how to’ guide will give you step by step instructions.
“Which sit/stand desk frame would you recommend?” As long as we have specialised in making solid wood tops for height adjustable desk frames we have been asked that question. It is easy to see why. In recent years this decision […]
Height adjustment is not the only important aspect of adjustable desks. Length adjustment is also key, because space under the desk can be just as important as space on the desk.
Navigating the L-shaped desk frame market is tricky, here we present an alternative that could you save you £££s.
Smaller desk top sizes are becoming more common, in this post we list 4 ways you can get the perfect sized desk for your home office.
Being a little bit taller or a little bit smaller can make working on a standard sized desk a pain in the neck, literally! Find alternatives to fit your home, office and budget.
A collection of reviews for the IKEA Skarsta sit/stand desk, plus how we make it better.
The IKEA Bekant is the grown up cousin to the IKEA Skarsta, but is it worth the extra cost? Read reviews and some thoughts about the IKEA Bekant here.
The IKEA Idåsen positions itself as cooler cousin of the IKEA Bekant. It’s industrial look and colour combinations distinguish it from the budget student desk feel, the Bekant now has a lower price price, now sitting at £55 less than […]
Info: this post contains affiliate links. A recent trend with Ikea hackers is to use an Ikea kitchen counter top as a desk table top. The first time I saw something like this was back in 2015, someone fitted an […]
With many other budget sit/stand desks on Amazon etc, would you choose FlexiSpot? This post discusses the pros and cons.
There’s only one way to find out… check out our Trust Pilot reviews page. We choose to use a 3rd party reviews site because reviews only posted on our website by us would lack the credibility you need to make […]
Many customers have grand designs for their custom sized solid wood desk top. Previous posts have discussed choosing the right wood, cutting the top to a custom shape, accessories to go with your solid wood desk top, waterproofing, and also […]
Our customers can send us accessories/peripherals to attach to their desk top free of charge before delivery. Here are a list of our favourites.
Find out how using an exercise ball as an office chair could help your posture and save you some serious cash!
Check out why I think the Adidas Adilette Slip-On Slides are the best choice for when at a standing desk.
If you are looking into upgrading your display set up to allow for 2 or 3 monitors, you will likely be doing some pretty intense research on which monitor mount to use. Or maybe you are getting into podcasting or […]
Standing poorly could negate all the benefits of your sit/stand desk, this post contains tips of how best to stand to alleviate negative symptoms.
A common problem once you start getting used to standing whilst working is actually forgetting to sit. One of the major benefits of a sit/stand desk is not just standing, but being able to change your posture regularly. “The best […]
Your tolerance to standing will increase the longer you have a standing desk. Great! If your posture is correct and you frequently take breaks/change your stance then you might have noticed that some niggling back pains and wrist aches are […]
Why does standing so easily fatigue? How can we stand better, to ensure we get the most out of standing whilst working? I remember my first mini music festival, it was Evo Fest, up in Newcastle, circa 2009. Despite the […]
This series is looking at why standing is much more fatiguing than walking. When queuing at a theme park, or as mentioned previously, when standing all day at a music festival, my feet used to hurt so much. Since following […]
Our series continues with a third instalment. We are taking a broad look at why standing can be more painful that walking or even running for a prolonged period of time. The good news? It doesn’t have to. In fact, […]
The fourth part of our ‘how to stand’ series. Why think about how to stand? Because if you are working at standing desk, you can do some damage by maintaining poor posture, perhaps even more damage than if you were […]
The previous article about effective stretching highlighted the “One Stretch”, developed by notable Kiwi Robin McKenzie. In this article we could take the pithy words of fellow New Zealander, Arthur Lydiard as the basis of the fifth and final instalment […]
Ensure your investment in a sit stand desk is not wasted by how you arrange your peripherals. Learn the key to creating an ergonomic workspace in this post.