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DIY Standing Desk




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June 21, 2016 by Andrea Fabry 5 Comments

Looking to try a standing desk without a big investment? Try this DIY standing desk for less than $50!

I transitioned to a standing desk in 2014 and have never looked back. I’m far more efficient and productive. (See Is a Standing Desk  For You?)

My adult son Ryan recently switched to a standing desk, creating this inexpensive setup.

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Are you interested in trying a standing desk? Hoping to avoid a big expense? Try this simple DIY standing desk!

DIY Affordable Standing Desk (Guest post from Ryan Fabry)

I’ve wanted a standing desk for a while. When I moved into a new space, I didn’t feel like spending $200 on one when I knew I could make it myself. Now that I’ve figured this out, I couldn’t be happier!

With this custom setup, I control how high or low my screen is and, most importantly, how far away I am from the screen. I can even put up my easel next to it so I don’t lose the ability to draw at my desk. If you’re looking for a cheap alternative to expensive standing desks then I have the setup for you!

Items Needed

1. Wall Shelf ($7)

Wall shelf, 12 in. x 24 in. (Find it here.)

2. Brackets ($7)

Rubbermaid Black Arch Steel Brackets, 6 in. x 8 in. (Find them here.)

(Mount each bracket into a stud if possible. You want this to be secure.)

3. Four-Tier Shelf for keyboard and miscellaneous ($28)

Four-tier shelf, 43.7″ high. (Find it here.)

I pull the shelf out when I’m on the computer, and push it back under the shelf when I’m done.

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I’m about 5′ 11″ tall. You want the keyboard to be high/low enough so that your forearms are parallel to the floor. If you are shorter, you can remove the bottom pegs from the shelving. There are also other 4-tier shelves with different height options.

4. Optional: Side Table ($15-20)

A side table is nice if you have a printer. I found mine at Walmart for $20. (Find it here.)

If you’re considering a standing desk, why not try this one!

*For the adventurous, try this more advanced version found at Start Standing.org.

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Comments

  1. Sarah says

    July 6, 2016 at 5:24 pm

    Brilliant idea! I’m going to have to try this out sometime! Thanks for sharing, Ryan. It’s a great solution that’s do-able (even for the tool-challenged like myself) and best of all, it’s inexpensive.

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  2. Sheri says

    October 29, 2017 at 5:33 am

    Andrea,

    I have an iMac as well, and when I use the computer my face starts to feel flushed and my throats feels tight like holding back tears. I don’t use wifi or wireless mouse, but I realized the Bluetooth keyboard was still there. I guess that ‘s the cause! Will any wired keyboard be compatible?

    Reply
    • Sheri says

      October 29, 2017 at 5:37 am

      …also What are the two other things on the shelf next to computer?

      Reply
      • Andrea Fabry says

        October 29, 2017 at 1:39 pm

        Portable DVD player and himalayan salt lamp.

        Reply
    • Andrea Fabry says

      October 29, 2017 at 1:36 pm

      I have a logitech and it works great.

      Reply

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I am a certified Building Biology Advocate, a former journalist, mother of nine, and avid CrossFitter who likes to think outside the box. After our family's health crisis in 2008, I learned to ask questions about what's in our food, our water, and our air. I hope to empower you as you seek to live safely in a complex world. Thankfully, small steps lead to big changes. Let's travel this road together, one step at a time.

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