DIY computer table, Giant + Ikea

[tecnica]

i am using the eol ikea jerker since 6 years ago.. omg i love this table.. so spacious until i put alot of things on it..

mine is exactly the same, just that i do away with the monitor stand and the 2 extra swing out attachment on the sides.

 

[zedane]

I wish Ikea has some other tables like the jerker. I'm also looking for a table that is something like that.

 

[erwinrommel]

Computer chair I think those wire mesh one are good for the back (if you get a good one). Currently using one (bought for abt $300) which is quite good, though I'm not sure where to get cos my mum ordered from those specialised shops.

As for table, I've been using GALANT for about 8 years now and it's really lasting. And the wood is natural colour, not painted on so it won't peel off.

I am also using Ikea Galant table. Truly solid, but expensive.

 

[Aeroplane.]

I am also using Ikea Galant table. Truly solid, but expensive.

Using Galant as well, mine at least 7-8 years old already. Relaminate the table as well, but table warped quite badly

 

[Aeroplane.]

Any guys using this?

http://www.ikea.com/sg/en/catalog/products/90166977
+
http://www.ikea.com/sg/en/catalog/products/90168721

Total cost $7+ 2xz $9
i use it to put my cable and wireless modem

Clamps to any side of the table. act as a shelving. Buy some extra desk space for non-heavy stuff.
It is very easy to install.

Show actual pics?

 

[BBQ99]

https://picasaweb.google.com/116371...hkey=Gv1sRgCICG4P-lvYjLUw#5609895126485024882


Here is the mess

 

[kenzogackt]

anyone realized that your barracuda got no 'b'?

 

[DiscMan]

anyone realized that your barracuda got no 'b'?

now that u say it.. really dont have hor.. so is it mine only that is like that?

 

[coyote]

山寨版 Barracuda?

now that u say it.. really dont have hor.. so is it mine only that is like that?

 

[matty79]

How much did you buy the mat from tech drome?

 

[BBQ99]

now that u say it.. really dont have hor.. so is it mine only that is like that?

LOL Mine also dun have the "B" .Maybe is another brand call "Arracuda" although the cover have the "B".
Notice it when i placed it down but anyway pleased with the quality so no complain about it.
I got mine at Tech-Drome at 58

 

[kenzogackt]

i will email them tmr, it could be a print error or tech drome is selling counterfeit items.

 

[kenzogackt]

This is my workstation, both table and wall shelves bought it in IKEA. Using a monitor mount too, so i can throw my monitor around haha.

 

[Felfirez]

Had some spare time so decided to try out that mini DIY monitor shelf.

Bought the shelf top for $4. Measurements 590x240x15mm. Ekby Laviva.

Legs are very sturdy, kinda over kill. Can go for something thinner and cheaper. Capita Legs. 160-170mm. Diameter 25mm, base diameter 40mm. (there's a 10mm plastic washer for that extra lift.)

Here are the base mounts with the 10mm plastic washers. Yup, overkill.

Mounting can be done easily with a philips head screwdriver. Do not that the screws given are 15mm long 3mm screws which will go through the Ekby Laviva, which is 15mm thick. So do note to use shorter screws. I used 10mm self threading 4mm screws.

Fixing up the legs..

And finish product.

Total expenditure:
Shelf board $4
Legs $10
Screws $1.60
Rubber base $3

Tota: $15.90

The cons of this is that the legs are not rubber based. You can purchase those at a hardware stores for around $5 per packet of 4 (40mm diameter rubber). Improvements would be using a less expensive leg, though of course this depends on how big the shelf you are gonna make. For longer solutions, like for 3 monitor shelves you can use the Capita legs (x6, 2 for center support) with a thicker (probably 25-30mm thick) board.

Just thought of sharing due to free time.

 

[MoneyFace =p]

Had some spare time so decided to try out that mini DIY monitor shelf.

Bought the shelf top for $4. Measurements 590x240x15mm. Ekby Laviva.
http://i99.photobucket.com/albums/l299/felfirez/IMG_0430.jpg[IMG]

Legs are very sturdy, kinda over kill. Can go for something thinner and cheaper. Capita Legs. 160-170mm. Diameter 25mm, base diameter 40mm. (there's a 10mm plastic washer for that extra lift.)
[IMG]http://i99.photobucket.com/albums/l299/felfirez/IMG_0425.jpg[IMG]

Here are the base mounts with the 10mm plastic washers. Yup, overkill.
[IMG]http://i99.photobucket.com/albums/l299/felfirez/IMG_0426.jpg[IMG]

Mounting can be done easily with a philips head screwdriver. Do not that the screws given are 15mm long 3mm screws which will go through the Ekby Laviva, which is 15mm thick. So do note to use shorter screws. I used 10mm self threading 4mm screws.
[IMG]http://i99.photobucket.com/albums/l299/felfirez/IMG_0427.jpg[IMG]

Fixing up the legs..
[IMG]http://i99.photobucket.com/albums/l299/felfirez/IMG_0428.jpg[IMG]

And finish product.
[IMG]http://i99.photobucket.com/albums/l299/felfirez/IMG_0429.jpg[IMG]

Total expenditure:
Shelf board $4
Legs $10
Screws $1.60
Rubber base $3

Tota: [U]$15.90[/U]

The cons of this is that the legs are not rubber based. You can purchase those at a hardware stores for around $5 per packet of 4 (40mm diameter rubber). Improvements would be using a less expensive leg, though of course this depends on how big the shelf you are gonna make. For longer solutions, like for 3 monitor shelves you can use the Capita legs (x6, 2 for center support) with a thicker (probably 25-30mm thick) board.

Just thought of sharing due to free time. :)[/QUOTE]
Nice DIY. What is the shelf board made of? Particleboard?

 

[Felfirez]

Nice DIY. What is the shelf board made of? Particleboard?

Yup. Forgot to mention, don't over tightened the screws on these kinda boards as the created threads might be weakened the harder you tightened. Stop once the screws touches the surface of the base mount.

 

[wacko]

Why do you need to have a monitor stand? it seems to position the monitor higher than the ideal viewing height. unless your chair is rather high, but then that will mean you are reaching too low for your keyboard.

 

[Felfirez]

Why do you need to have a monitor stand? it seems to position the monitor higher than the ideal viewing height. unless your chair is rather high, but then that will mean you are reaching too low for your keyboard.

My table is at 700mm in height, chair height is at 450mm non adjustable standard dining chair, and if i place the monitor on the table i'll be looking downwards. Center screen is now in my horizontal line of sight. Before this I was using a shoebox.

 

[wacko]

My table is at 700mm in height, chair height is at 450mm non adjustable standard dining chair, and if i place the monitor on the table i'll be looking downwards. Center screen is now in my horizontal line of sight. Before this I was using a shoebox.

your eye level should be at the top end of the monitor, not the middle of it. this way you have to look slightly downwards at the monitor, which is the ideal ergonomic position.

 

[Felfirez]

your eye level should be at the top end of the monitor, not the middle of it. this way you have to look slightly downwards at the monitor, which is the ideal ergonomic position.

Don't really find it comfortable though and I find it awkward, especially with the monitor stand tilting the monitor downwards, especially when gaming with a wheel. Plus the wheel will obstruct my view too.