Hello everyone,
I am planning to build a small desk using IKEA Besta units. The idea is to use the typical Besta cabinets as a base and mount a tabletop on top to create a compact but sturdy workspace. It is important to me that the desk is not too high and remains as space-saving as possible since I have limited room available.
My questions for the community:
- Which Besta dimensions (height, width, depth) are best suited for a small desk?
- What are practical (and stable) methods to connect the Besta frame to the tabletop?
- Are there any tips for choosing and securing the tabletop that will hold up well over time?
I look forward to your experience and advice, especially if you have done something similar before.
I am planning to build a small desk using IKEA Besta units. The idea is to use the typical Besta cabinets as a base and mount a tabletop on top to create a compact but sturdy workspace. It is important to me that the desk is not too high and remains as space-saving as possible since I have limited room available.
My questions for the community:
- Which Besta dimensions (height, width, depth) are best suited for a small desk?
- What are practical (and stable) methods to connect the Besta frame to the tabletop?
- Are there any tips for choosing and securing the tabletop that will hold up well over time?
I look forward to your experience and advice, especially if you have done something similar before.
theo63 schrieb:
I find the question about the dimensions very important, but I would also like to emphasize the topic of ergonomics.That is a very important point, thanks for the reminder. Before finalizing the dimensions, I will definitely determine my sitting posture and the appropriate working height.
In summary, I take the following insights with me:
- Best to use Besta carcasses with a depth of 38 cm (15 inches)
- Height around 72-75 cm (28-30 inches) with a suitable tabletop or table legs
- Tabletop at least 2 cm (0.8 inches) thick, lacquered or oiled depending on preference
- Connection with brackets and possibly cross braces
- Cable management with pass-through and clips
I will start the project soon and will gladly report here how it turned out!