My Minimalist Computer Desk Setup & Build DIY!
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- čas přidán 12. 10. 2021
- I wanted to share my custom computer desk build. I hope that you guys find it useful, and perhaps it might even be a source of ideas for your own build.
Here's a list of the parts that I used for the desk:
Tabletop:
www.lowes.com/pd/Sparrow-Peak...
Stading Computer Desk Frame:
amazon.com/dp/B08C2LC3H2?ref=...
Cable Management Raceway:
www.amazon.com/dp/B08FCQDGT3?...
Monitor Arm:
www.amazon.com/dp/B084JHNG1R?...
Surge Protector:
www.amazon.com/dp/B085VMDR37?...
Desk Drawer:
www.amazon.com/dp/B087LZ88WF?...
Gun Magnet Mount:
www.amazon.com/dp/B097JTTRR2?...
Casters:
www.amazon.com/dp/B06XPYDYP3?...
Laptop Stand:
www.amazon.com/dp/B077JMXFD9?...
Clamp-on Power Outlet:
www.amazon.com/dp/B07QTY4QXH?...
Clamp-on Headphone Hanger:
www.amazon.com/dp/B07PFV1NQX?...
Zip Tie Adhesive Mounts:
www.amazon.com/dp/B08DTBSSJC?...
Cable Ties:
www.amazon.com/dp/B0154MS9Q0?...
Let me know down in the comments section if you have any questions.
Enjoy the video!
I’m trying to build a 10 foot one for my office, definitely taking is inspiration from this video!
That sounds like a cool project! I’m glad my video gave you some ideas. Good luck with your project and let me know how it goes! 😎👍🏼
Definitely the cleanest minimalist desk configurations on CZcams. Even the wiring is neat and tidy, something a lot of people who post desk makeover videos claim to do but few actually achieve it.
I’m glad you like it. Thanks for watching! 🙏🏼
Currently in the process of building my desk. This cable management is the best I have seen online. Great work!!
Thank you for the kind words, and good luck with your project! Thanks for watching! 😎👍🏼
Love the gun part 🇺🇸
God bless America! 🫡🇺🇸
Would love to see an update on this bad boy with 14 or 16 inch macbook pros.and with a keychron too
@@ahmaddawood6166 I still use the same setup and it’s been working great! Thanks for watching! 😎👍🏼
This is incredibly minimalistic... Love every bit of it
Glad you liked it. Thanks for watching! 😎👍🏼
Just wanted to give you props for an excellent video, took it as inspiration and made my own desk using most of your ideas. Thanks a lot man, loving it!!!
I’m glad I was able to give you some ideas for your build. Thanks for watching! 😎👍🏼
Currently working on my own minimalist workspace. Thanks for giving me a lot of good ideas! Nice job.
Glad to be able to give you some ideas. Thanks for watching! 😎👍🏼
This is definitely the neatest setup I've seen with amazing cable management! Well done and enjoy!
I appreciate the kind words. I’m glad you liked it. God bless, and thanks for watching! 😇
I love your setup bro, it's exactly the same setup I had in mind including the adjustable legs which I just got from Amazon! Thanks for showing us the step by step process G!
I’m glad you found my video to be useful! Thanks for watching! 😎👍🏼
Super amazing and one of the best cable management setups I have seen online. My set up is in process now. Thank you so much for sharing your setup. Really appreciate it.
Thank you for the kind words. I really appreciate it. I’m glad you found my video useful. Thanks for watching! 😎👍🏼
I think zip tying the surge protector's wire to the right leg would be much cleaner. Give it a try if possible
The surge protector's wire is zip tied to the right leg using the zip tie mounts.
I've been looking everywhere for a nice desk that doesn't involve going all the way out to IKEA. This is perfect, and I am doing it. Thank you.
I’m glad you liked my video. Let me know if you have any questions. Good luck with your project, and thanks for watching! 😎👍🏼
So many great ideas here. Love the gun mount. I am going to get the drawer to store mine. I think the butcher block desks are the best looking out there.
I’m glad to be able to share ideas with people. Good luck with your project, and thanks for watching! 😎👍🏼
man, i am absolutely loving your thought process. very clean build!
I can get pretty OCD at times, which can be a good thing, or a bad thing, depending on how you look at it 😅
I’m glad you liked the video, and thanks for watching man. 😎👍🏼
Simple and clean. On point!👌
I appreciate the kind words. Thanks for watching! 😎👍🏼
When I get around to building mine, I'm literally going to copy everything in this video. Wouldn't have done anything different. Looks fire!
Thanks for the kind words, and thanks for watching! Good luck with your project 😎👍🏼
Thank you so much for this video, I'm looking to create a new desk build for myself and it has helped me tremendously to get the perfect idea for my own setup. Yours turned out amazing!
I’m glad to help! Thanks for watching, and good luck with your project! 😎👍🏼
This video made me very happy :) I really love this highly organized minimalism!
I’m glad you liked the video. I’ve been slowly applying the minimalist philosophy to other areas of my home as well. Thanks for watching! 😎👍🏼
This video is AMAZING. I have watched so many different set ups as I plan out my standing desk office set up and yours it the best one I have found. Thanks for the detail and minimalist design!
Hey, thanks for the kind words. I really appreciate that 🙏🏼
I hope that I was able to give you some good ideas for your own project. Let me know if you have any questions in the future.
Thanks for watching! 😎👍🏼
@@iBJanky For sure! Yeah, making a bunch of purchases in light of it! What thunderbolt 3 cable are you using?
@@mattpowell9400 I got mine from Amazon:
a.co/d/9FHvJUL
Hope this helps!
Nice Job. I love how you were able to hide the wires. Looks clean.
Thanks buddy! I appreciate your continued support of my channel! 😎👍🏼
What a great video! Straight to the point. You went over everything plus more when deciding what/how to setup a desk with clean/minimalist features. Great job and thank you! I'll be doing this for the house I'm moving into and setting up a home office! (Also, the gun magnet made me laugh at loud!)
I’m glad you found my video useful. Good luck with your project, and thanks for watching! God bless! 🙏🏼
This video was so helpful. Thanks for posting all the links!
I'm glad you found my video useful! Thanks for watching! 😺
Very good video.
It's giving me great ideas for my next desk setup.
I'm not so great at managing cables, but some of the tools you showed us seemed very promising, especially how you managed the cables very well.
Excellent Minimalistic Desk setup, minus the "Nerf Blaster" sticking out underneath.
I’m glad I was able to give you some ideas. Good luck with your future project, and thanks for watching! 😇
Outstanding!! Very pro job on the cable management.
Thanks for the kind words, and thanks for watching! 😎👍🏼
This is literally my dream desk. Awesome job.
Thanks man! 🙏🏼
Super clean and efficient. Time for me to switch up one of my setups I guess(literally just did a couple months ago) but I’m never satisfied after a while 😂
@@herbbaines1909 I appreciate the compliment. Thanks for watching! 😎👍🏼
that gun under the desk was so funny lol he said because why not MERICA!! LOL
God bless the USA 🇺🇸
Thanks for watching! 😎👍🏼
Dang this is soooo good! I would buy that in a second!
I’m glad you liked it! Thanks for watching, and God bless! 🙏🏼
Thank you for creating such a detail content with step by step instructions. I finished creating my desk last week and took lot of inspiration from your project.
I’m glad to hear that! Can you send me some pics of your finished desk? I’d love to see your setup 🙂
@@iBJanky Not able to attach picture here in comment. Please share your email. I'll send you.
@@priteshtamakuwala5036 my email is: ibjanky@yahoo.com
@@priteshtamakuwala5036 I just saw the photos of your desk, and it looks absolutely AMAZING!
I hope you enjoy it for many, many years to come. Great job man! 😎👍
Love Noodles, the build and the whole video. Well done!
Haha, Noodles is happy to hear that. Thanks for watching! 😸
thank you for you video. I was looking for a minimalist setup with explanations, and you helped me a lot.
You’re welcome! I’m glad you found my video useful. Thanks for watching! 😎👍🏼
This is an awesome-looking desk! I want one.
I appreciate the kind words. Thanks for watching! 😎👍🏼
Great video! Very clean setup and enjoyed listening to your thought process.
I appreciate the kind words. Thanks for watching! 😎👍🏼
Looks great! Thanks for the detailed videos 👍🏽
I appreciate the kind words! 🙏
everything looks great
@@joebazooks I appreciate the compliment! Thanks for watching! 😎👍🏼
Your setup is so clean. I’m ordering the casters this weekend
Thank you! 🙏🏼
I'm just starting my journey on a similar build. Yesterday I purchased the same size butcher block from Home Depot and all the supplies to stain it. I'm going with dark black stain. I too want no visible cords, so my setup will be very similar. I must have watched the same video as you, I too purchased the cable raceway from Amazon and should be here tomorrow. I have an iMac pro, so my setup will be a little different. However I do have a Macbook Pro and I'm going to store it under the desk and connect it via Thunderbolt as well. I got brackets to mount under the desk so that I can easily slide the Macbook Pro into and not take up space on the desk. However I didn't think of putting a draw in, so when I finished watching your video I ordered one as well.
Sounds like it’s going to be a sweet set up! Good luck with your project, and thanks for watching! 😎👍🏼
Very nice! Good job man.
@@rhodey2952 I appreciate the compliment! Thanks for watching! 😎👍🏼
Great job made me think about my own project.
Thanks for watching! I hope your project turns out well! 😎👍🏼
Good vid. Covered a lot without a part 2 😂. I was going for 25 depth but thought it was too shallow.
I agree, 25” depth seems too shallow too.
Thanks for watching! 😎👍🏼
Ive watched hundreds of minimal desk setups and this one is the only one i like. Very nice job sir, i will be copying your setup 😂 thank you!
I appreciate the kind words! Good luck with your project, and thanks for watching! 😎👍🏼
Mike, once again a fantastic video with very clear and informative information. This complete set up looks great and would probably cost a fortune if purchased from a store (already made). The wiring set up is great and done very clean. This table looks very professional and still very clean and simple. Looking at this set up almost makes everything look wireless. Okay, now after saying all that I expect your videos to improve a minimum of 34% lol. Keep up the good work and continue to push out good content. BTW, Max has gained some LBS since the last video. Noodles looks to possibly have a few more teeth missing.
Thanks for always supporting my channel! I’m glad you liked the video! 😎👍🏼
Love your build!
Thank you! I had a great time putting everything together 😎👍🏼
Nice and clean and I’m pretty much going to copy it - so thanks.
I’m surprised you did not put a phone charger underneath, but that can always be done after the fact.
Great job👍🏼
As the saying goes "imitation is the sincerest form of flattery". So I take that as a compliment, and many thanks for that. Good luck with your project! 😇
Great job on this. Really appreciate the step-by-step and details along the way. You've inspired me to add casters on my (soon to be built) sit-stand desk. I was curious as to whether there is any excess wobbling from the wheels. Have you experienced any on yours? Thanks.
I appreciate the kind words. As far as the casters, I haven’t experienced any kind of wobbling at all. It’s solid as a rock.
Thanks for watching! 😎👍🏼
great job loved watching everything be put together
I’m glad you liked my video! Thanks for watching! 😸
It's always easy to cable manage your setup if you only have 1 monitor and 1 computer. I'm working with 2 monitors and 3 computers so I had to get a Vivo privacy skirt after mounting my surge protector to the bottom of my desk with doublesided gorilla tape.
I always tell people to do what’s best for their situation 😎👍🏼
Hello, Congratulations. You did a Good Job. Awesome. Beautiful. Excellent. 👍🙌
Thank you for the very kinds words! 🙏🏼
I myself is getting a motorized deak stand...well from amazon. Its a very start for me from having a walmart deak...lol Now slightly upgrading. Monitor i have is a ASUS predator 27 inch for now. For sure be getting myself wireless keyboard and mouse. Watching this is giving me good ideas for accessories and what not :D Awesome vid.
I'm happy that I was able to give you some ideas for your future project. Thanks for watching! 😎👍
Perfect setup. I need to head over to Home Depot to get me a butcher block and stain. I'm really diggin that secret item. 👊🏾😎
Glad you like it man. Thanks for watching 😸
Such a nice setup!
Thanks man! 😎👍🏼
Cleanest cord management ! Neat is right!!!
Thank you for the compliment, and thanks for watching! 😎👍🏼
I love your desk build sooo much that I had to build one for myself and I m absolutely in love with it 😍. Thank you for making such a great detailed video, from cable management to the under desk compartment and all the other little attachments that make working and gaming on my desk an absolute blast. I ordered pretty much everything u linked down below 😂.. awesome awesome video ma brotha 👊
That’s amazing! I’m glad that my video was useful to you 😇 Do you mind sharing some pics of your setup? I’m curious to see how yours looks like. Thanks for watching! 🙌🏼
@@iBJankyGladly 🙂. Where can I send you the photos ?
You can email the photos to: ibjanky@yahoo.com
Man, this was an awesome video. Excellent work on the cable management, you gave me so many ideas. Blessings my man!
I’m glad you liked my video! Thanks for watching! 🙏🏼
Thanks again. After a few months of use, anything you don't like about the sit/stand desk frame? I think I will go with the one you recommended but want to make sure there isn't something you arent happy about
@@itsehsanh I wouldn’t change a single thing. It’s exactly the way I like it 😇
Glad to hear that man. I went ahead and ordered the desk frame and an ikea karlby kitchen counter top and two more alex drawers coming in@@iBJanky
@@itsehsanh Sounds great! Have fun with your project, and let me know how it turns out 😎👍🏼
amazing setup 10/10
Thank you! 🤩
Just when I think this desk can get any better, I see that he has his pew pew concealed under the desk! Love it.
God bless America! Thanks for watching! 😎👍🏼
Looks great.
Thanks for watching! 😎👍🏼
Nice desk…video produced nicely, too.
I appreciate the kinds words. I’m glad you liked my video. Thanks for watching! 😎👍🏼
Nice! Pretty good! 👍👍👍👍
Thank you! 🙏🏼
Cleanest set up I seen, wanna do mine lol
I appreciate the kind words, and thanks for watching! 🙏🏼
Hey, what was the size for the bolt on the wheels you got? I have the same stand as yours and would like to buy the same wheels.
The size is M10x25
This are the exact ones I bought on Amazon:
www.amazon.com/dp/B06XPYDYP3/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_i_VKTS286N028JJDWSP3T3?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
Love your cat 🐈⬛ Max. Mine passed last May. It was a Bombay cat too. Most intelligent and awesome cats.
Thanks buddy. I’m sorry for your loss 😭
Just ordered the blocks from HD and table frame from amazon ... Hope it comes out as good as yours!
Just take your time and plan it out before you start. I’m sure it’ll turn out great. Good luck on your project, and let us know how it turns out. Thanks for watching! 😎👍🏼
Just some suggestions! , For the laptop thunderbolt (Silver ones) @14:30 , You could actually run it at the bottom and up to the laptop while you have the ports facing the edges of the table , while the thunderbolt cables exits from the end of the cable raceway (at the right side , the very end of the raceway) . This will then help resolve the ring of slack that you've solved and make it cleaner :) Aside from that , I just wanna say you did an awesome job with it! props! I also liked the way how you handled the extension wires from the walls to the desk. You could try using the J channel to hide the wires when the desk goes up and down! just something that I've learnt while doing cable management for my clients ! :)
I’m glad you liked my video! Thanks for the suggestions. You definitely have some good ideas. Thanks for watching! 😎👍🏼
How does the m1 MacBook Air work with that monitor? Any issues? I have the MBA and looking at that monitor as well. Are you able to get the full resolution and frame rate?
It works like a dream. I get full resolution and frame rate. No issues at all, it just works.
Hope that helps. Thanks for watching! 😎👍🏼
all these years after you made this, I am following your "plan" do a degree. would love to know how you feel now about your desk.
I use it regularly to this day, and I absolutely love it! Good luck with your project. Let us know how it turns out.
Thanks for watching! 😎👍🏼
Which diameter for the caster wheels works for the stand? Looks like there are multiple choices on amazon. Thank you!
M10 casters are the ones that fit the desk frame. Hope that helps. Thanks for watching! 😎👍🏼
Is it necessary to drill pilot holes to add the standing desk frame to the desk?
I always drill pilot holes, as I find they make putting in the screws easier. Hope that helps.
Thanks for watching!
Really nice setup
Thanks for the kind words, and thanks for watching! 😎👍🏼
Great Job and can't hurt to be protected
I’m glad you liked it. Thanks for watching! 😎👍🏼
Amazing!
Thanks for watching! 😎👍🏼
@ 14:27, what thunder bolt cable is that? does it charge and transfer video from your mac to your monitor at the same time?.........most videos i've seen have to use a separate HDMI cable and a charging cable separately to send feed to the monitor from mac books. Thanks in Advance
The Thunderbolt cable charges the laptop, and also sends the video signal from the laptop to the monitor. That’s the whole reason I went with it because it eliminates the need for separate charging and video cables, so it’s really neat and tidy. I got mine from Amazon:
a.co/d/aOUpTUp
Hope this helps. Let me know if you have any other questions. Thanks for watching! 😎👍🏼
Awesome setup. Can you share what is the thunderbolt cable you are using pls? No docking required for the Mac? Everytime I close my Mac withouth having the power adapter plugged in, it goes to sleep, so I'm looking for a solution like yours. Thanks
A thunderbolt cable like this will work:
www.amazon.com/dp/B08ZMXYDV4
I’m a student and have been looking for a better desk but I don’t have thousands of dollars for the top brands like ergonofis - so I think I’ll go this route! Thank you so for this video!
That’s awesome! Good luck with your project. Let us know how it turns out.
I’m glad you liked my video. Thanks for watching! 😎👍🏼
@@iBJanky You’re welcome! I thought it’d be fairly more affordable.
Although my relative said that building one would be more risky because compared to buying a cheaper pre-made standing desk, I’d still have a semi functional desk if something were to go wrong. As as opposed to building one, if something goes wrong- I don’t have a desk at all. I wanted to know your thoughts on that….was it relatively easy to put together? Did you find some things more complicated rather than putting together a premade desk? 🙏🏾
@@snoozyA113 Putting together your own desk is no more complicated than putting together a pre-made one. It’s very straightforward and simple. Just plan in advance what you want, and you’ll be fine 😎👍🏼
@@iBJanky Thank you so much! People had me so worried that I can’t do it or put one together but I really feel like I could. 😅🫡 I’m glad to hear it’s not impossible for me.
I plan to buy an already finished maple or birch solid wood top (72x30) so I hope that eliminates some extra work. Do you think if I just follow your previous DIY desk installation I’ll be ok? Sorry for all the replies 😭🙏🏾
@@snoozyA113 If you’re going to buy a finished wood top, then that will save you a lot of time. Then you just have to attach the legs, and whatever else you want. Just use my video as a guide, and you’ll be fine. Good luck with your project! Let me know how it turns out! 😎👍🏼
For the butcher block did you put polyurethane on it so the countertop feels smooth are did you just stain it?
I put 3 coats of polyurethane on it after I stained it. Check out my butcher block staining video, you might find that useful as well.
Thanks for watching! 😎👍🏼
Great vid, thank you!
Thanks for watching! 😎👍🏼
The gun holster is the topping to this desk.
I’m glad you liked the video. Thanks for watching! 😸
How did you attach the monitor arm with the raceway under the desk? Didn't they interfere at all?
It’s simple really… I measured how much clearance the monitor arm needed under the desk, then I made sure to install the raceway past that point. Let me know if you have any other questions. Thanks for watching! 😎👍🏼
How did you drill screws into the butcher block? Please respond
I drilled small pilot holes first, then used regular wood screws to mount everything onto the butcher block. Hope this helps! 😎👍🏼
I see your frame side brackets are not extended to the edge of the tabletop like the instruction recommends (1/2 inch from the edge so the frame side bracket is almost flush with the edge). Has this caused any stability issues?
I do want that space between the side edge of the desk and the frame for a power strip similar to what you have but I'm not sure if it effects wobble.
The frame brackets are not extended to the edge because the tabletop I used is longer than the maximum bracket width. I have no stability issues though, the table has very solid footing.
I hope this helps. Thanks for watching! 😎👍🏼
Great job,
I’m glad you liked my video. Thanks for watching! 😎👍🏼
Nice video playa wish i would have seen your butcher block tutorial before mine still happy with my build
Congrats on your build and thanks for watching! 😎👍🏼
what size were the threads for the wheels?
The thread stem was M10x25mm.
Hope this helps! 😎👍🏼
Very well detailed video. Thanks for this as I am using this for my go to video when making my desk. My question is how sturdy is the desk when raised up high. Is there any wobble at all? Will this particular desk frame work or is the heavy duty desk frame be better?
The desk is very sturdy regardless of the height position. No need for a heavy duty desk frame.
Thanks for watching! 😎👍🏼
Idk if youll answer but i was curious how thick your table was and what size screws you used im getting a 1 inch table and wanted to know what size screws to use
If you’re getting a 1” table, then don’t use any screws longer than 3/4”
does it support 74 inch Ikea Karlby Desk , is it very sturdy ?
Yes, that wouldn’t be a problem. It’s very sturdy. Thanks for watching! 😎👍🏼
The thunderbolt cable from the Mac can be concealed as the other viewers suggested; the black cable from the power outlet to the surge protector could be white. Otherwise nice indeed. 16:03 is an unexpected addition to the setup, but approved :)
I’m glad you liked it! Thanks for watching! 😎👍🏼
We’re the threads for the casters m10x1?
That's correct. M10 x 25 (1")
Hope this helps! Thanks for watching!
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Thanks again for such a useful informative video. Great follow up to your staining video. Questions on the electric frame. Are you happy with it so far and would you recommend it? I was about to pull the trigger on an uplift frame for $600. Thanks man!
I am very happy with the adjustable desk frame. It makes it so much more comfortable, since you can adjust the desk height exactly to your liking. You can get the frame for less on Amazon. Check the video description for the link.
Thanks for watching!
Your Cat is Amazing, the Wooden Desk looks Amazing .
Which cat? The ginger cat 🐈 or the mini panther 🐈⬛ ?
@@iBJanky both =) but i like Golden white Cats alot . ( The Ginger one ) . Take care of them, you are blessed .
@@lukii6770 Thank you for all the kind words. God bless you 🙏🏼
great video! i bought a cheap desk from newegg, that shake with each typing of the keys, and i got a lot of great ideas from your video. i was thinking of alos getting a butcher block either from lowes or home depot, but i wanted to ask, have you experienced any wobble in your set up? i will rarely be using it in a standing position but have known to be a "hard typer"
any information will be great! awesome vid!
I haven’t had any wobbling issues with my setup. It’s solid as a rock. Good luck with your future project. Let me know if you have any other questions. Thanks for watching! 😎👍🏼
What is the exact length of the cable management raceway did you got ? also did they come with any screws ? Thanks again!
Hey! The cable management raceway I bought on Amazon was 6.5ft. Since my tabletop was only 6ft, I had to cut it down to size. It did not come with screws, but you can just use some 1/2”-3/4” wood screws. I bought a pack of screws from Home Depot for less than $2.
Hope this helps! Let me know if you have any other questions. 😎👍🏼
Did you pre drill holes for the frame screws or no?
I marked where the holes would go and drilled small pilot holes. It’s not required to do this, but I find it helpful.
Is that a gun under table? Damn, America is wild
God bless America! 🇺🇸
That’s why we’re still called America 😜
How many bottles of black spray paint did you use for the cable management tray?
One spray can of paint was more enough. Hope that helps.
Thanks for watching! 😺
What size was the wire loom you used for your desk by curiosity?
I believe I used 1/2” wire loom. Hope that helps!
Great video nice setup I love how nice and clean your set up is, I could only wish mine is a wired disaster much less to say. BZ on your project.
Thanks for the kind words, man.
You should look into some wire management. It makes a night and day difference as far as aesthetics, and it isn’t hard at all to do.
Thanks for watching! 😎👍🏼
@@iBJanky Thank you It's in the plans trust me that's if I don't sell soon and relocate too someplace warmer. Keep up the great videos.
@@jefferyberg2850 Thanks buddy! 🙂
Great Job! I’m doing the same project. Have you had any issues with the wood moving (expanding or contracting)? I’ve heard some folks mentioning you should oversize or slot screw holes to allow for movement.
I haven’t had any issues at all. I didn’t have to make any adjustments to the screw holes. Just take your time and measure twice, it’ll turn out ok.
Thanks for watching! 😎👍🏼
what do you think about 6 feet? Im debating between 6' and 6'6"
6' is a great size already, but if you really want those extra 6 inches, then by all means, go for it!