This design rises to the top because (a) the bracing at knee height is more sturdy than X-braces and angle braces in the upper corners; (b) the desktop fits all the way into the shelf section (others drop off on the shelf side); (c) baffle boards help prevent items slipping off and add more structural support; (d) the metal frame is lighter than a full presswood-slab construction, and we hope a lot easier to move. Switched the shelf side to the right, it worked fine, though the vertical knee board wasnt drilled for that assembly (we finally decided to install that board upside down to secure the two sides to the frame). Assembled everything with a little slack, then tightened all the screws once everything was square. Happy with the surfaces, happy with the storage.
Assembled great, serves exactly as hoped
This design rises to the top because (a) the bracing at knee height is more sturdy than X-braces and angle braces in the upper corners; (b) the desktop fits all the way into the shelf section (others drop off on the shelf side); (c) baffle boards help prevent items slipping off and add more structural support; (d) the metal frame is lighter than a full presswood-slab construction, and we hope a lot easier to move. Switched the shelf side to the right, it worked fine, though the vertical knee board wasnt drilled for that assembly (we finally decided to install that board upside down to secure the two sides to the frame). Assembled everything with a little slack, then tightened all the screws once everything was square. Happy with the surfaces, happy with the storage.