Huh? lol What's the difference? Other than the fact that I can't literally keep it in my lap for more than a few minutes without the risk of cooking all my swimmers.
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Where have good desks gone!?
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Huh? lol What's the difference? Other than the fact that I can't literally keep it in my lap for more than a few minutes without the risk of cooking all my swimmers.
Agreed, you can't beat the price. Ultra-simple and clean. We bought a couple for the home office. The rollaway storage unit adds additional usable space as a return when you need to spread out. And the 30" desk depth is ideal.
The black/brown Effective series storage units make for a nice wall unit too.
Just don't consider these desks without a decent laminate top, especially in colder climates. Some folks who restore these desks leave a bare metal top or use a piece of tempered glass. It may look cool, but you'll grow tired of working on a cold desktop over time.
I still have a bunch (unrestored) in storage. Heck of a lot of work to get them cleaned up, but 10 years ago you could pick one up a truckload of these old desks from big companies for $5 apiece, strip & restore them, then resell them in L.A. or N.Y. for $1500 a pop.
Thats the difference,it has feet so not designed to sit on your lap or soft surfaces
All laptops have feet though. I think it's just a matter of opinion as to what you call it. Personally, I named him, so I don't use either.
Don't recognize it, but it's beautiful. Only problem is the pull-out keyboard/mouse drawer. I hate those. I'd remove it. lol
I love mine, it frees up much-needed desk space for papers/books while writing essays, etc. But it's just one of those personal preference things. And with that one, the glass would still show off my sexy al keyboard and mighty mouse.
come on guys its all about the jerker from ikea, the best desk i have ever had!
http://adam.pra.to/content/jerker/
http://adam.pra.to/content/jerker/
fivepoint,thats way way more than i would even attempt,at school ( which was along time ago ) i had trouble making a toilet roll holder , desk looks good though
, desk looks good though 
haha, having a good keyboard drawer is one of my main criteria in looking for a desk (i'm in the market for one too, or will be soon). So much more comfortable to type on!
My silver (steel) and glass desk
Hi, this is my first post. I'll be switching from a 10-year old W98 Dell to an iMac very soon. I found a silver powder-coated steel and glass desk that I hope will look good with my new iMac. I bought it from a physical store (so no shipping), but it's available mail-order here:
West Elm Cadman Workstation
(Look at the other images and views there. With better lighting, they do a better job of showing the silver color. White is also available.)
When I saw it in the store, I immediately thought an iMac would look good on it! I bought just the Large Workstation (48"w by 30"d) and the file cabinet. A keyboard tray is optional, but I thought it ruined the nice look of the desk.
The file cabinet, which seems over-priced, is much nicer than a typical steel one. The finish, seams, and fit are very good (at least on my unit). It fits under the desk or rolls out to where you want it.
Brian33
Hi, this is my first post. I'll be switching from a 10-year old W98 Dell to an iMac very soon. I found a silver powder-coated steel and glass desk that I hope will look good with my new iMac. I bought it from a physical store (so no shipping), but it's available mail-order here:
West Elm Cadman Workstation
(Look at the other images and views there. With better lighting, they do a better job of showing the silver color. White is also available.)
When I saw it in the store, I immediately thought an iMac would look good on it! I bought just the Large Workstation (48"w by 30"d) and the file cabinet. A keyboard tray is optional, but I thought it ruined the nice look of the desk.
The file cabinet, which seems over-priced, is much nicer than a typical steel one. The finish, seams, and fit are very good (at least on my unit). It fits under the desk or rolls out to where you want it.
Brian33
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What about craigslist? I use it all the time, and always see desks. But maybe the NYC market is different.
Yes, it is very likely that a huge city has more desks available than the cow pasture I live in. haha, but I know what you mean. Have looked on craigslist, everything is just cheap dorm desks or antiques.
You didn't like the desk from milk.dk??
It's ridiculously cool, can even get a built in fish tank option.
The milk is awesome, but personally it doesn't fit my decor, and more importantly I need something with some storage. Lots of cables, gizmos, and gadgets that get used on a regular basis. As far as the fish go, I have a cat and wouldn't want to tempt her to jump up and knock my "pretties" off. haha
I think I've decided to go with this
Z-Line black desk from Staples. it fits my storage and size needs, as well as looking freakin sweet. All for only $300 delivered to my door, I'll take it. Will post some setup pics on the Desk setup thread. Haha, my friend suggested I put a life size picture of Steve under the glass.
I think I've decided to go with this
Ah, I stand humbly corrected [and Totally Eclipsed] by your knowledge of Bonnie Tyler.