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This Cheap, Easy-to-Build Standing Desk Fits in Tiny Spaces


By now, we all know about the benefits of standing desks, but replacing your own desk is a big leap of faith. If you want to practice with a standing desk before you decide to take the leap, this simple IKEA hack is really easy to build, and will barely cost you anything.

The top of the table is a $10 IKEA Lack side table, but the legs are custom cut from 2x2 spruce lumber that you could get at any hardware store. Just add some crossbeams and paint, and you're done. This isn't the first time we've featured an IKEA standing desk, or even one utilizing the LACK, but I like this design because it's an entire desk unto itself, and doesn't require stacking extra work surfaces on top of a normal desk. It's also very small, and could fit in the corner of your home office if you aren't ready to take the plunge into full-time standing. Check out the source link for more detailed instructions.

Decent Standing Desk for less than $20 | IKEA Hackers