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Ask HN: I need a standing desk. Should I buy or build?

I need a good standing desk. My requirements are simple: I want something height-adjustable and sturdy, but without electronics or a motor. Simplicity is key. I'm thinking something with a crank to adjust the height of the surface.

I know there have been a lot of threads on HN about standing desks (I've read them all). Some members might be tired of the subject but I wanted to ask what other HN people, especially developers, are using. Thanks.

( 2 comments | on HN )
Re:Ask HN: I need a standing desk. Should I buy or build? by aurizon on Saturday August 15, 2015 @08:21AM (#10065198)
If your desk will be against a wall use some wall mounted locking shelf brackets with one inch adjustment(assuming you can drill into the wall). I suggest 3-4 verticals, carefully lined up. Or flip through these for ideas. https://www.google.ca/search?q=DIY+vertical+desk&source=lnms...

https://www.google.ca/search?q=vertical+desk+plans&biw=1920&...

Re:Ask HN: I need a standing desk. Should I buy or build? by jsfowler on Saturday August 15, 2015 @08:10AM (#10065172)
I know some people hate IKEA and would rather bury their heads.

But, IKEA have actually recently released a new range of standing/sitting desks that match your requirements.

http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/S29084966/

Hope this helps