Studio Designs Futura Craft and Drawing Station - 38" W x 24" D Tempered Blue Glass Drafting Table with Pencil Drawers, Side Trays, and Built-In Pencil Ledge - Angle Adjustable Work Surface

I like the black glass version because I craft jewelry and the dark background really makes the materials I work with stand out. The addition of the drawers (I placed mine on the right side), is excellent because I can keep the tools and items I use frequently within arm's reach. I sometimes use the drawer to catch any chainmail rings or beads that happen to fall as I work (I pull it out half ways). I tilt the top up (you have several choices of 'tilt' (degrees I guess to be more accurate)) when I need to sketch a design on paper. Moreover, it is modern looking and very professional. The only negative I have concerns the instruction/assembly manual. There are things they don't mention that you should know, like proper placement of the pieces as you install this desk. The pictures only help a little. Several times, I had to backtrack and start over. I even had to stop and think how to properly place the piece I was installing so as to get the holes to line up for the screws in the following step. So, before you tighten any screws, it is best to look at the next step and make sure that those pieces will install correctly. Moreover, not all the hardware was labeled properly. For example, the instructions said to use screw 32 but in the blister package there are three different screws labeled 32! You just have to try each one to see which one fits correctly. You don't need additional hardware, but I found using my own set of flat and phillips screwdrivers, and small adjustable wrench, was far better than using the tools provided (again, not labeled correctly). As much as I wanted to, I do not recommend using a cordless drill with screw driver and hex attachments as I fear you may inadvertently overtighten the screws, and mar the heads of the screws as well. Overall though, I am very satisfied with the finished product and am glad I purchased it. Plus, I purchased the Studio Designs LED swing arm lamp, in black to match, that fits securely and provides adequate lighting (the colors show nicely). It does cost a little more than others on Amazon, but rest assured, you will have no problems/complaints with using it.

Received the item well packaged (glass was packed in its own 'compartment' in the box). Quick inventory revealed no missing items. I was able to assemble in by myself in abut an hour and 20 minutes; might have shaved off the 20 minutes had I started from the beginning with my electric screwdriver; the included tools work but are rather cheesy and make it more time-consuming than with better tools. Once I whipped out my electric screwdriver, I was breezin'! It's very sturdy, doesn't wobble one bit (anyone saying theirs does might have either assembled it wrong or not tightened screws enough).I thought it would be flimsy raising and lowering the top, there being only one tilting apparatus, but it's not at all; works like a charm and easy to do. I could wish the plastic side drawers were just a bit deeper, but they're fine, and also the pencil tray I wish would extend a few more inches, but its fine also. I also wish the glass were a bit thicker, but really that's okay too. Even all three of these aren't enough to take off any stars.If I could deduct half a star though, I would, but only for the instructions. They're easy enough to follow and detailed enough but I put the center support bar on upside down initially. The first steps have you assemble the unit with it upside down; it would have been helpful if the instruction booklet had shown the drawing with it upside down, but it didn't. It wasn't a big deal reversing the center support, so since I can't take off half a star, I won't take any off.Overall, I really like this table. It's well-made, sturdy and has a nice set of features. The work surface is large enough for just about anything art or craft-related, and when flat, it makes a serviceable desk. Be aware though that the glass isn't super thick, and there is a warning not to exceed 25 pounds of stuff on the glass, so if you're thinking of using this as a computer desk (tower, dual monitors, speaker, etc.) forget it. But if you paint, draw, write (using a laptop), assemble model cars/planes/boats or even do light electronics projects, I think you'll find it's perfect, a real bargain for its price.

I purchased the blue glass, silver/gray frame desk. It was delivered quickly, without damage, and all the parts were present.Assembly: Building this desk is not for the faint of heart. There are a lot of small parts. The directions which come with it are quite good though. There is no text, just images showing how it should go together.My advice is to:1. Unpack all the parts, identify them and lay them out where you can easily see them.2. Read the instructions completely BEFORE you start building (reading them twice isn't a terrible idea).3. There is a hardware blister pack included, instead of trying to peel the cardboard back off, use a razor or sharp scissors to cut the plastic bubble off on the top leaving the hardware in a little "cup".4. Do exactly what the instructions show and go slow. Breathe. :D5. An electric phillips head screw driver is a nice to have.6. It's not an awful idea to have a spare set of hands, but it can be done alone too.I put this desk together in about an hour.Once the desk is together, it is genuinely sturdy, a manageable weight and really very attractive! The top lifts up and down easily and with smooth action. I think this piece meets and even beats my expections given the relatively low price. I'm going to enjoy it for years!I've attached two pictures. The first is a close up of the large, but shallow drawer. It's holding two layers of Prismacolor trays, and one more layer of pigment pens.The light (sold separately) is clipped easily to the back of the desk. The tablet stand (sold separately) easily clipped to the fold down shelf. The top can be raised and lowered without removing either accessory!

This desk is everything they said it was in the ad. The instructions take a bit of getting used to but they were easy enough to follow. My box was missing a couple of washers and there is one thing wrong with the assembly. When it was time to attach the metal frame that holds the glass to the bottom leg part of the frame they say to use 3/8 " screws, washers and they don't say to attach a nut. Fist off the screw is too short in length to go through the hinge, and then put on the washer and then add a nut. I just used the screw and bought some stainless steel acorn nuts from a local hardware store and solved the problem easily. The screw that come with the desk are more like furniture screws and not easily found. I bought the 4 tiered cart that this company sells. It matches the desk and wheels right under one side of the desk when not in use. It's a really slick set up and I couldn't be happier.

It exceeded expectations, love the glass it’s probably my favourite part about it. It’s sturdy and I live the drawer compartment just as much as the glass. The side glass is also pretty cool but felt a bit awkward keeping something there. But far from a deal breaker so much. The colors are white with the glass is perfect for my home office craft room. I actually enjoy working at day now LOL (I just furnished it all brand spanking new. lol

Es muy bonito este restirador, luce muy bien una vez armado. No es tan pesado como imaginaba. Las partes metálicas (o sea el 95%) se perciben muy fuertes y que van a durar muchos años. Magnífica la superficie de vidrio templado, muy útil para calcar y pintar en acuarela con el papel mojado. Las partes de plástico no me parecen tan buenas, se sienten frágiles y está claro que no durarán tanto, especialmente las charolas para lápices, que además tienen unos huecos redondos para guardar cosas que la verdad están demasiado chiquitos y poco profundos, no sé ni qué poner ahí. Con todo estoy satisfecha, me gusta. El armado me tomó 3 horas y media y eso que me considero hábil para armar cosas. Yo creo que a la mayoría de la gente le va a tomar al menos dos horas y usando el instructivo. En YouTube hay un par de buenos videos sobre el armado que son muy útiles.

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tavolo design tanto ambito e finalmente acquistato per mia figlia che frequenta il liceo artistico...montato facilmente, robusto ed elegante, sta anche bene con l'arredamento...arrivato nei tempi previsti...ottimo prodotto