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I had really high hopes for the Winsome Alden Lap Desk. Even after seeing some reviews that were less than glowing, I decided to give this lap desk a try. My largest concerns and problems with it have been the build quality and design. The finish of the lap desk, plus the flip up top were two big selling points for me. It's a shame that the lap desk lacks in quality, because it could have been an awesome product.
As someone that often uses a laptop in a chair or bed, I thought I would get some great use out of this. Truth is, I still do use it, but the quality has been lacking. First, it arrived with a minor scratch/ding. Second, it also arrived with a small splint starting the wood. I could have returned it, but it was difficult to find to begin with. Another large disappointment is the fact that all of the edges are sharp and rough. You would think when they designed this they would have realized that you would have your arms and hands resting on it all the time. The sharpness and roughness of the edge can be really irritating. Plus, I hate putting an expensive laptop on a lap desk that could easily scratch it. While the color the finish is a nice color, it could have actually be finished better. it's not smooth (although you might not want it too smooth to avoid items sliding off of it) at all and the feel of it is not appealing.
After minimal use, a portion of one of the legs came out. It's nothing that a little wood glue won't fix, but it shouldn't be happening. The drawer is very loose and opens easily. A simple magnet or anything would have prevented this. It would have also been nice to have the legs lock in place with a simple mechanism. Otherwise, it makes it difficult to move off or on you. The flip top is nice, but again, a simple mechanism would help. You pretty much need to remove your laptop before you can let it back down. Plus, you have to reach under the top itself to release it.
Some simple design improvements and finishes could have made this one very nice product. While I do continue to use it, I'm not as happy with it as I should have been. If and when I see a good replacement, I'm sure I'll replace it.
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This lap desk is attractive, but that is about it. The legs kept coming coming out and they are actually pretty short. Would not purchase again and would not recommend.Best Deals for Alden Lap Desk, Flip Top With Drawer, Foldable Legs By Winsome Wood
After receiving this product, I was very dissapointed to see that it was cheaply made, and had looked like it was previously used. It had scratches all over the top, and wood splinters sticking out where it had been dinged. The drawer falls out constantly, and the magnet was attached crooked so the top does not stay closed. After using it for the first time, one of the dowels that connect the legs fell completely off. The moment I saw the scratches and dings I wanted to return it, but I didn't because I figured it was more of a hassel and I had already waited long enough for it. PLEASE DO NOT WASTE YOUR MONEY!!! It looks great in the picture but it is so poorly constructed. I always check the reviews but bought it anyway against my better judgement. Don't make the same mistake!!!Honest reviews on Alden Lap Desk, Flip Top With Drawer, Foldable Legs By Winsome Wood
It arrived broken in the box. I was going to return it but then thought the hassle of it, I am disabled and would have to arrange help in getting it sent back was just not worth it. I made better quality stuff in woodshop class in high school. I felt it was a big rip off and will never order this brand or from the seller againFind helpful customer reviews and review ratings for Alden Lap Desk, Flip Top With Drawer, Foldable Legs By Winsome Wood
Was notified right away that there would be a delay in delivery, and wanted to know if I still wanted the product. I did and it was delivered long before the holidays, great service.
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