If you’re looking to roll your own standing desk, this IKEA-based guide will get you started on the road to abandoning your desk chair.
Thibaut Colar wanted to upgrade his old standing desk as his old one was just a door set atop some brackets. By combining an array of parts from IKEA he crafted a stylish desk for around $200 that includes a hidden cable basket, under desk storage, storage cubes, and is height adjustable based on the parts you use (it can be adjusted for users between 5’6″ and 6’4″.
Hit up the link below to check out his build guide.
IKEA Standing Desk [via IKEAHacker]
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If you’re looking to roll your own standing desk, this IKEA-based guide will get you started on the road to abandoning your desk chair.