Need a new desk

[tj_extreme]

When I was looking at those desks I thought they seemed less sturdy then others to me.

I was concerned about this, too.

 

[Fat.Clown]

tempered glass rated to hold up to 120 lbs.
I don't know what you could be putting on your table that's anywhere near 100 lbs... but to each his own.
http://www.z-linedesigns.com/product/79-Legacy-Glass-Desk

 

[tj_extreme]

I don't know what you could be putting on your table that's anywhere near 100 lbs...

Oh you know, my dead prostitutes, meat from the butchers, 3 monitors, a laptop, etc..

 

[overlord20]

tempered glass rated to hold up to 120 lbs.
I don't know what you could be putting on your table that's anywhere near 100 lbs... but to each his own.
Legacy Glass Desk - Computer Desk/Carts - Z-Line Designs

I am not talking about the top glass. The desk was wobbly and and the frame didn't feel sturdy.

I LOVE my galant, super sturdy and HUGE. and its just the rectangle piece.

 

[Jayce]

Do it the red-neck way, solid core door, flat, and some 2x4's, then some panels and there ya go.

I did that recently. I wonder if it was even you who recommended I go with a door, c0rr0sive?

http://www.techist.com/forums/f6/what-does-your-chill-spot-look-like-48810/index116.html#post1960868

 

[C0RR0SIVE]

I remember that thread, can't remember where the idea for a solid core door came from, but since I saw that thread, it's been stuck in my mind as a suggestion for a very strong surface for holding things XD


It was PositiveKaram that suggested a solid core door for your application.

 

[Jayce]

To be honest, the solid Lauan door is the best desktop I could have gotten. Granted, the wooden surface isn't a true hard wood, but if you don't care it makes no difference. I did Formica all over mine because I wanted a durable black finish, and black paint isn't really the ticket (tried it; failed). When I was at the hardware store and I went to find the door, they had moved them and I asked an employee. He said "oh man these are great for table tops!" He had no idea I was buying the door for a table top but there he went reading my mind. He said he just bought two of them and made a long 160" work bench at home.

It's at least something to consider. I could have easily spent a truckload more on a true 32x60 1.5" thick slab of hard wood, but instead I got a 32x80 2" slab that was affordable and easy to work with that is incredibly strong with a durable surface.

FYI - I know your average "computer desk" isn't something that necessarily needs to be strong, but mine undoubtedly must be built like a tank. I have 3 monitors, sometimes 2 laptops, tower, stereo, all of my files, paperwork, printer, etc. Plus I often repair computers on the desk. In no way shape or form would I ever want to buy a desk and second guess the weight limitations of it. I'd rather just get one that's strong and forget about it.

 

[C0RR0SIVE]

Jayce, you have a metal desk that costs $700 at most places, so yea, it's built like a tank. I am thinking about buying a few slabs of doors and building a new work bench in the garage, the surface on both them tables is really worn out, especially after having engine blocks sit on them last summer.

 

[Trotter]

I use a folding table as my desk, so it is about 2.5' x 6' or so. It works very well. I have my computer sitting at one end over the legs so there is no bow in the table due to the weight so I have plenty of room. If I wanted an "L" I could just get another table and butt it up against this one.

 

[tj_extreme]

Yeah, I'm not doing the door thing.. Good idea, but I just want to buy a desk. I like that one from Ikea.