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    I need a good desk...

    Discussion in 'Notebook Cosmetic Modifications and Custom Builds' started by xBEEMANx, Jun 1, 2009.

  1. xBEEMANx

    xBEEMANx Notebook Guru

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    I have been looking and looking, and am having trouble finding a good desk for 2 laptops, and a 26" sony bravia tv...

    I need lots space, so I either need a corner desk, or one that has shelves above it for speakers, xbox, random junk, and some cd cases, anyone know of a good one?
     
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    houstoned Yoga Pants Connoisseur.

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    why not just goto a furniture/office store and look for something that fits the bill?
     
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  3. Cin'

    Cin' Anathema

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    I'm with Houstoned on this! ;)

    You should stop at places such as: Office Depot, Staples, Best Buy, etc..
    and check out what they have on the floor to give you an idea of what you need/want. I would also suggest that you measure the space you have to work with (even though you would like a corner desk)..it does make a difference.

    Another place to check for furniture would be Used Furniture shops, and Outlet Furniture stores (being from furniture suppliers)..if you have them around. You can get awesome deals at these types of places.

    :)

    Cin ;) :)
     
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  4. xBEEMANx

    xBEEMANx Notebook Guru

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    Sounds good, it seems like after all this online shopping I forgot that there were still stores, haha
     
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    Cin' Anathema

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    Cool! :cool: That way you will actually get a feel for what you want, and possibly find something.

    Another thing to keep in mind..if they have a floor model that's older, or being discontinued...Sometimes, you can even get more of a discount ~ by offering to purchase the floor model! :)

    Good luck and let us know of your outcome!


    Cin ;) :)
     
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    Mr. B Notebook Consultant

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    I would also suggest buying something from a brick and mortar store if you can. I bought my desk from Staples online. Shipping desks is a bit of a crapshoot IMO as the heavy and unwieldy nature of the boxes/packaging make damage during shipping rather common. I ordered a 54'' desk and it was impacted in a couple places on the edges. I elected to accept what I got as it wasn't that bad and a return/replacement would have been an exceptional hassle for me and them.
     
    Mr. B, Jun 2, 2009
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