I am giving this 4 stars because as far as I can tell, it is the only product of its kind out there. And I searched and searched andHOWEVER, I do have several cons.
Pros first:
1. Looks like furniture and not like it belongs in a hospital.
2. Sturdy once assembled.
3. Functions exactly as I wanted.
4. Casters lock.
5. Work space is large enough for my laptop, separate usb keypad, mouse coffee.
6. Work surface tilts as well as adjusts in height.
7. The stops on the work surface are concave to hold pens. (Maybe I can stop losing them constantly.)
Cons:
1. The assembly instructions are abysmal. Seriously, terrible. The explanations of the steps look like algebra equations. It can be challenging to figure out which way the panels go. You need to be well versed in assembling flat pack furniture (or get someone who is) to get through it.
2. The workspace is wider than the cabinet part. In fairness, I knew that. You can see it in the pictures. But, I would prefer if the design was more uniform.
3. The stops for the work surface are ugly / black plastic. You have to put them on, though, cause the holes are drilled.
4. Only one side of the panels is finished. Again, can be seen in the pictures, so I knew. But, I dont like it. Should be maple on every visible part.
5. There were some knicks and other minor finish flaws straight out of the box. Even the poles are not evenly coated.
I know the unit would be more expensive if the cabinet part was wider and all the visible parts were finished. Personally, I would have paid more to have it that way.
Some of my cons will be corrected when I paint it. I planned to before I bought it. Didnt like any of the colors offered especially not the 2 different colors showing. But, thought Id share all the details for those considering purchasing it.
Ending on a positive note, I can work from my recliner when my back acts up using a one/of/its/kind piece of furniture instead of a hospital/looking table. Thus, the 4 stars.
Oh, and also note, it shouldnt say wood in the title. While MDF is technically made of wood and a good strong material, simply calling it wood is misleading.
Functionality is perfect, BUT
I am giving this 4 stars because as far as I can tell, it is the only product of its kind out there. And I searched and searched andHOWEVER, I do have several cons. Pros first: 1. Looks like furniture and not like it belongs in a hospital. 2. Sturdy once assembled. 3. Functions exactly as I wanted. 4. Casters lock. 5. Work space is large enough for my laptop, separate usb keypad, mouse coffee. 6. Work surface tilts as well as adjusts in height. 7. The stops on the work surface are concave to hold pens. (Maybe I can stop losing them constantly.) Cons: 1. The assembly instructions are abysmal. Seriously, terrible. The explanations of the steps look like algebra equations. It can be challenging to figure out which way the panels go. You need to be well versed in assembling flat pack furniture (or get someone who is) to get through it. 2. The workspace is wider than the cabinet part. In fairness, I knew that. You can see it in the pictures. But, I would prefer if the design was more uniform. 3. The stops for the work surface are ugly / black plastic. You have to put them on, though, cause the holes are drilled. 4. Only one side of the panels is finished. Again, can be seen in the pictures, so I knew. But, I dont like it. Should be maple on every visible part. 5. There were some knicks and other minor finish flaws straight out of the box. Even the poles are not evenly coated. I know the unit would be more expensive if the cabinet part was wider and all the visible parts were finished. Personally, I would have paid more to have it that way. Some of my cons will be corrected when I paint it. I planned to before I bought it. Didnt like any of the colors offered especially not the 2 different colors showing. But, thought Id share all the details for those considering purchasing it. Ending on a positive note, I can work from my recliner when my back acts up using a one/of/its/kind piece of furniture instead of a hospital/looking table. Thus, the 4 stars. Oh, and also note, it shouldnt say wood in the title. While MDF is technically made of wood and a good strong material, simply calling it wood is misleading.