Sauder Trestle Executive Trestle Desk, Vintage Oak finish

This desk is very attractive and well built. Assembly: I love putting flat-pack furniture together, however, this desk took about 3 solid hours and was a bit tricky. The end product is well built... Possibly over built. So it's worth the extra time. But do expect it to take a couple of hours. It only requires a screwdriver to build (but use a good one as your hand may get sore). Look: I purchased the Chalked Chestnut trestle desk. It is a lovely grey wood tone with whites and creams. The wood grain facade contains a bit of texture which makes it feel very authentic. The outwardly-facing pieces are covered so the desk looks like solid wood from all angles (except underneath). Product: the desk is smartly built. A lot of hidden cams and screws. All Phillipshead screws so no Allen wrenches! The drawers have adjustable glides so they are ensured to fit in their spaces and smoothly slide under the table top. The top is strong. When all the pieces were together, I was surprised every piece sat flush to the one it was picked next to - indicating good craftsmanship and engineering. Overall a very well designed desk that just takes a bit of time to build. In the pictures, its paired with a Kira Home York desktop lamp, 6495 Distressed Cream 5 x 7 Area Rug Carpet, and a Three Posts Eckhard task chair in Rice/dark walnut. The door trim on the walls is pure white for any color-comparison needs.

For $169 this is an absolutely fabulous desk. Assembly was very simple and instructions were absolutely spot on. Yes, it took a couple hours to assemble, but that is why it is solid as a rock when complete. Most of the negative reviews just make me chuckle, people just don’t read or follow instructions and expect it to turn out properly!! One even posted a photo of a drawer they said didn’t fit………..they had the front on upside down!!!! Another complained they were expecting actual hardwood and not pressed chipboard, for $169 dollars???? Really??? A desk of this quality built from solid hardwood would cost you in the neighborhood of $1500 -2000. Others complained the instructions were hard to follow or parts were not labeled. Not true. I followed the instructions word for word and step for step and everything went together perfectly on the first try. Every part that needed to be was labeled correctly and assembly was a snap. You won’t find a better quality desk for this price anywhere!

I have put together dozens of pieces of furniture, and I figured this one would be the most difficult because of all the drawers. It took me awhile, but, hands down, the best instructions ever --thorough, great drawings (and videos!) and concise. Step by step and everything was beautifully packed, engneered and labled right down to the smallest screws . I always completely unpack the piecces, make sure everything is there, take a look at all the hardware, then briefly read through the instructions. Went like clock work, all by myself (but did need my husband to help place the top). Please note that the drawers will probably need adjustment once they're in their box, but that is explained too, right at the end. Writing instructions is an unsung talent and I so appreciated these (and the fact that I only needed one Phillips head screw driver for he entire task. ) The end result is a beautiful and sturdy piece of furniture. I will purchase Sauder pieces again because, in addition to the aforementioned, I also appreciate their construction ethics.

I wanted a desk that had NO keyboard tray, with drawers, and plenty of space on top. This desk fit the bill. It is a nice looking desk. Plenty of room for a couple of lamps to see by, my 24" desktop, phone, a cup of pens, and least, but not last, my coffee cup. Still some room left over so it doesn't look crowded. It did take awhile to assemble, doing this by myself. I do recommend reading each step thoughtfully as you assemble. It took me quite awhile to assemble taking my time and double checking my progress. Once finished, it was very stable and a good looking piece of furniture. Well worth the purchase. The only real drawback when done was the placement of the Grommet and Cap for the cords. Is is at an awkward position on the desk really. When looking at it and viewing the cord placement situation, there really wasn't a better place for it I reckon. The base for my desktop would sit on top of the cords and therefor be completely unstable. I had read about this issue on previous readers reviews so was aware of it. Just simply purchased a monitor stand (aye, from Amazon) when ordering this desk. The drawers slide in and out perfectly thanks to the Cam system once adjusted. All holes were pre-drilled and all were in perfect placement for the various screws, Cam dowels, and Cam screws. When I opened the box, I did separate all of the components and there were no bad pieces, no dings, and no scratches (more on this later). Everything seemed in perfect order and was very well packed. Tightly I might add. When this arrives at your door, be very prepared for a HEAVY box. You would be very well advised to get help. Or a two wheeled dolly to move it to the area of assembly. I did e-mail Sauder in regards to one bad piece. The Cap for the cord hole was disfigured. It could not be used. A replacement was sent right away. The top drawers could be considered a little on the shallow side but a stapler and roll of cellophane tape stand in them and am still able to open and shut them without interference. Bottom drawers fit what few hanging folders I have with no issues of the folder tabs rubbing or interfering in any way. The desk is very nice looking, sturdy, and roomy. Paper trays fit nicely in the space between the drawers if you have an inclination to use them. In my opinion, this desk is worth the purchase.

Garbage and if you want to return this you have to pay to ship it back beware