Sauder Carson Forge Computer Desk, Washington Cherry finish

We've never bought "put together" furniture before, and we were very pleased with this desk. It was delivered promptly, and in the rain, but, was wrapped in plastic so nothing got wet. Be warned that it is a very heavy package. If we didn't have company at the time, we would've had an issue getting it in the house. Once you begin to unpack, it is very clear that returning it will surely be an issue. All our hardware was accounted for before we began. We had a slight scratch on the top of the desk, but, with a little "scratch cover", it was never noticed again. If you organize and check all the parts before starting, it will make the project go alot easier. Also, plan to take some breaks - we divided it up into a two day project. We found the directions were very clear, and in understandable English. We didn't even have any "words" while putting the desk together:) The finished product it really very nice looking, and just what we wanted for our home office.

Very good workmanship. All made in America. Easy to read assembly instructions. Took about 5 hours to assemble. Missing a couple of minor parts but called the company and they were shipped right away. A couple of minor dings (not necessary to replace) as the shipping carton and packaging was one of the best I've ever seen. Probably helps that it was shipped Federal Express instead of something else.

I read the reviews and was concerned about shipping damage and difficulties in assembly. My unit arrived in pristine condition. I did a full inventory of the parts as received and labeled them with the instruction codes for easy retrieval. I grouped the screws and other hardware and labeled them. The instructions were clear. I methodically went page by page, taking my time and after about three hours, the job was done. No problems were encountered including twisting the special twist locks to 210 degrees. I did not have to drill any holes. I only needed a screw driver and hammer. The manufacturer has videos to show how to do some steps. The drawer adjustment video is worth watching. And the result is well worth the effort. BTW, I ended up with two extra nails and one extra cap. Otherwise all parts were exactly as needed.

We purchased the desk online and it arrived in a day and a half. Couldn't believe how well it was packaged for shipment. Had edge supports all around and was shrink wrapped. I unwrapped and was amazed by the quantity of pieces. After reading the reviews stating it took 5 hours I was dreading even starting. My wife was apologizing for selecting one that was going to take 5 hours to assemble. I am a handyman type of person and it didn't deter me from starting. I laid out the first pieces needed but had a time locating the letters on some of the pieces until I noticed them painted on the edges on some parts and stickers on others. I was not in a big rush and was done in about 3 hours over 3 days time to allow some of the glued pieces to set up. It probably isn't necessary to wait but I had the time. After assembly I did notice a sticker that was sandwiched between a leg and a side panel. I took a single edge razor blade and cut close and touched up the white edge with a sharpie. My wife couldn't even see where I used the marker. Over all the fit is good and instructions pretty much spot on. The drawers have adjustment on the tracks which is real nice to make all the gaps even and close well. Have not used it much yet but don't for see any issues.

Purchased this desk for my husband so he would quit using our dining table as an office. When we opened the box and inspected the pieces everything was in perfect condition. If you've never assembled furniture before I suggest finding someone to help you who has. I've assembled furniture a few times so it was no big deal for me. It took us about 4 hours to put the desk together and 1 hour for the 3 drawers. Sometimes it's easier to look at the illustrations and put the pieces together accordingly than reading the instructions. They made it sound overly complicated when it wasn't with their description of the pieces. It is made of manufactured wood and laminate. For the price, you can't expect this desk to be made of solid wood. The desk has a beautiful color and industrial look with the cross bars on one side and the corner pieces. The drawer handles for the 2 drawers are cheap tin but I suppose you could replace them with something else if you wanted. I agree with another reviewer who mentioned the cheap, flimsy backing that goes behind the 2 drawers. They should have at least made that of manufactured wood as well. So this would be a desk that should face a wall. I had a hard time trying to get the drawers in. At first, I thought I might have built them wrong. My husband came over and gave them a sturdy tap with the palm of his hands and they fell right into place and function perfectly fine. When all is said and done, we do like this desk and it's looks. The only thing I didn't care for was the cheap backing and drawer handles.

I bought this desk for a small spare bedroom and I'm very happy with my purchase. I looked at a lot of desks online before buying this one. I wanted a wood look and a simple design that was functional. This desk was reasonably priced, good quality for the price and a very good looking piece! Although it is a little darker color than I expected but I still like it. It has a good size work space and I put a small printer on the drawer side. The assembly took a few hours for me and my husband but the parts were all included and the holes were all drilled correctly. There were a lot of steps but the instructions were accurate. My only complaint was the drawer slides needed a lot of adjusting for the drawers to fit properly without gaps or touching the desktop or rubbing each other. I was impressed when the box arrived at our house with cardboard edges for extra protection during shipping. Overall I am very satisfied with this desk and would recommend to others.

The Carson Forge desk is a really nice desk for not a lot of money. And surprisingly, the assembly instructions were clear, with enough detail to the pictures to aid in making sure all the pieces went together properly. It was a little daunting to see how many pieces there were, and it did take several hours to complete the job, but the end result is really nice. I was able to do all the assembly by myself, and I had no problems understanding the directions whatsoever. Clearly, they were written by a person who speaks English as the first language (no awkward wording to interpret). This desk is not something that will be assembled in an hour, rather, in the better part of a day. But if a 57 year old woman can do it alone armed with only a Phillips head screwdriver and occasional taps from a hammer, then most anyone can accomplish the task. My advice: take your time to study the pictures and instructions, go by the steps as laid out, and don't get in a hurry. The only issue I really had was that some of the stickers marking the pieces had come off, but with the illustrations I was able to identify those pieces and mark them myself. The color, called Washington Cherry, is not the reddish cherry one might think of. It's more brown, with a rustic appearance, which is just what I had in mind. It goes well with the darker oak I have in the same room. This is not a solid wood product, and may not hold us forever, but it fills the space I have and fits my needs for now.

I really like my new desk although it is a little darker wood than it appeared in the picture. I put it together by myself, being a female... it only took me 4 hrs !! I was able to stand it up and move it with the carpeted coasters... Had to adjust the drawer rollers so that the file drawer and the one above it would close correctly... works like a champ !

Pretty clear instructions but a ton of hardware to keep track of. Lower file drawer needed A lot of adjusting to fit... Think predrlled holes may be off a little. Desk looks great and is perfect for my office

I was very unhappy with this desk. It arrived with a damaged corner on the top piece. It was extremely difficult for two people to set up; took all day. Not real wood as expected, and had chipped edges in many places. Back piece was cardboard. Returning it today.