[ef4]

I used a similar setup for quite a while, but the big drawback is that you can't conveniently switch between standing and sitting.

Now I have a crank-operated height-adjustable desk that I really like, and it only cost $588. I bought this base http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005NJUQVG and attached an Ikea pine tabletop ($60).

[jdf]

I have the exact same setup at home, and am also a fan. It works well, is cheaper than a lot of other pre-built solutions (although obviously not as cheap as the original post), and seems to be pretty well made. I'm also much happier with the idea of a hand crank than an electric motor.

I also ended up getting an anti-fatigue mat as well. I thought that other standing desk folks were overrating the mats, but after the first few days standing at my desk (on a hardwood floor, no less) I saw the light.

[GiraffeNecktie]

Any recommendation for the mat? I picked up some foam thingy's that are sold for gardening. Better than nothing but they seem a little too bouncy.

[zcid]

Search for "anti-fatigue mat". I bought one for $20 off Amazon which seems to do the job well enough.

[DaveChild]

> you can't conveniently switch between standing and sitting.

I have a standing desk and a stool. When I want to sit, I can sit. I can also lean against the stool if I feel like it. I switch positions throughout the day, depending upon how my legs feel etc.

[onecreativenerd]

Actually, you can put the monitor on the keyboard shelf, and the keyboard on the desk.

[excuse-me]

given the relative cost of a keyboard and an extra pair of monitors over the electric adjusting desk - does anyone just have a doubleheaded dual height system ?

[idleloops]

How about doing some hack on a gas lift chair base?