I have a desk with a similar thickness. It has a couple of holes for monitors or cabling to pass through on the top. I would like to get a sheet of metal 3/8” thick to reinforce a grommet mount. I’m surprised that there aren’t more people talking about reinforcing desks like this.
I just bought a plate from vivo for $20. It arrived in less than 24 hours and so I did less work. Just thought I'd comment this in case someone wants a quicker solution with little time on their hands Update: it works great. I had to adjust it 1 time because there was a small crack from before. But now that I moved it away from the crack. It's perfect and nothing is slanted any more. I too should've used common sense when I first setup my stand. Mine is a hex stand too by the way 😆 only 5 monitors added though. Will add a 6th one eventually
@@kamiln022 the monitors are approx 11 + 12 + 12 + 10 + 20 so approx ~65lbs. Most people don't use that many monitors 😆 so if you just need 2-4 you should be good. Just be sure to look at what the stand you bought says about the size and weight of each monitor. And of course don't forget the plate if you have an ikea cheapo desk 😆
I wouldn’t even call that temporary.That should last until you’re ready for a new desk.I’d put another piece on the bottom if the mount clamp can open wide enough just to be sure.Those desks are made out of Chex mix and cardboard.
Nice one bro. I was looking for something different on RUclips and found your vid randomly. Last year I ended up doing something similar using 1/4" steel plates that are around the same size as the wood after you cut it down. One plate on top and one underneath, the same as you. It's been going strong for a little over a year now so if those problems come back go ahead and give the steel plates a try. I think I got them for about $12 a piece from Home Depot.
Bought this but bought a steel reinforcement for top and bottom off Amazon. Thing is with the wood top countertops is I want the all white look not solid wood on white. So. That’s why I went that route
Yeah, I knew this would be a problem so already when I bough an arm I went for this solution, I just did not fancy it up. It is a shame most of their desktops are like this =/
you have saved me for real I have the same table the products are in my cart, but thanks I need now to buy plank I don't know what they call it but you got the idea thanks a lot
Thanks for the video. Good one. Next time you have to sandpaper edges, just you may use the table as a stabilisation, instead of free air sanding, which btw could become Olympic discipline.😉 Nevertheless the result counts and That is important. Best regards from Germany.
Supports like this are available to buy in metal, but I like the cost effective method of wood instead! I would say that two thinner but possibly wider pieces would be useful to have below and above desk. As you don't need too much more material, just a way to distribute the weight away from a single point
I have the exact same desk and stand!!! Does it still work?? I think you might have changed the desk… but what i want to know how long did it work for?
So I did the same didn’t add the support in the button gonna try that next but it didn’t seem to last for me the wood I used seems to formed the shape of where it was going into I think best bet would be getting a wall mounted monitor stand
Hey Paul ! Great video. How is the desk working for you ? I was planning to buy Ikea Lapkaptan Oslov to use with my 31 inch monitor. I got some reviews that it wouldn't hold therefore I was planning to get a reinforcement bracket mount plate. Do you think this will work ? Cheers
Hi, i have some question, so the the main reason is your linnmon desk sag is beacause you attach dual monitor mount right? if i buy LG ergo 27UN880 will it be sag? thankyou:)
Great video, just what I was looking for. Now, I'd appreciate if you could help me with something. I have the exact same desk, and I plan on buying a new monitor and a monitor arm, an AOC 24G2U, 24 inch monitor, weighs a bit over 4 kilograms, monitor arm is one of those typical gas monitor arms for 40€, do you think Linnmon desk could sustain that weight, since it would be just one monitor?
Glad I could help! I would think it would. I think my total weight including the arm is over 20 lbs. You should be fine. The key is weight distribution with this desk. :)
Hello, I have the same office and I want to put two screens. If I put two screen holders and put one screen on the right and another on the left, will the table be affected? Because they say power should be distributed
@@PaulsPlace perfect, i'm actually planning on buying a 27" monitor so that's good! So if it were let's say the LG 27GN880 that comes with a mount straight from the box, should i be worried that as time goes on the table will start to sag as well? Since it will be mounted on the table pretty much all the time
Nah, you should be fine! I’ve had mine for about 7/8 months now and have no noticeable sag. Good thing about these tabletops I guess is they’re so cheap. If it does, I’ll just go out and get another one.
@@PaulsPlace sweet! Guess i'll be getting that monitor without worry then, n yup you're right, i could always order another table top from ikea if anything were to happen to it, since the table top itself is pretty cheap 😄 And yea thanks a lot for the info buddy i appreciate that a lot, stay safe and best of luck to you!
@@PaulsPlace If weight is distributed (and with monitor stands it is) such table tops are more than enough. ruclips.net/video/8jESD2-lv-M/видео.html Only clamped arms are problematic because these create pressure on quite small area.
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How does it hold up after a year
@@Monstade_ I have the same question
@@Monstade_ I’ve replied to a bunch of these comments, it holds up great.
Update: 2 months later and it is still standing!
I have a desk with a similar thickness. It has a couple of holes for monitors or cabling to pass through on the top. I would like to get a sheet of metal 3/8” thick to reinforce a grommet mount. I’m surprised that there aren’t more people talking about reinforcing desks like this.
Any more updates? this looks like a amazing fix for my cheap ikea desk lol
@@dreboy_ Still working! Ended up moving recently and had to take it apart and it held up perfect.
Is it still holding i have 3 monitors and i wanted to try this 😬
@@iidarkgoddess9253 Yep!
Definitely a neat, inexpensive, and easy way to fix a desk for the long haul! Great job!
great way to fix the problem temporarily, all because of this vid my two monitors are back up hanging. great video man!
Yep I didnt realize Ikea sold hollow desks, I'm having the exact same issue with the desk. MISTAKES HAVE BEEN MADE
I just bought a plate from vivo for $20. It arrived in less than 24 hours and so I did less work. Just thought I'd comment this in case someone wants a quicker solution with little time on their hands
Update: it works great. I had to adjust it 1 time because there was a small crack from before. But now that I moved it away from the crack. It's perfect and nothing is slanted any more. I too should've used common sense when I first setup my stand. Mine is a hex stand too by the way 😆 only 5 monitors added though. Will add a 6th one eventually
Is it good so far? :) How much weight did you put on this arm? :)
@@kamiln022 the monitors are approx 11 + 12 + 12 + 10 + 20 so approx ~65lbs. Most people don't use that many monitors 😆 so if you just need 2-4 you should be good. Just be sure to look at what the stand you bought says about the size and weight of each monitor. And of course don't forget the plate if you have an ikea cheapo desk 😆
@@kamiln022 oh and to answer your first question. Yes they are good. Standing strong.
@@pqsk Yeas, i have the exact Lagkapten desk, which is the same as linamon as I believe, I use only one 27" monitor so far, not so crazy :)
sorry what do u mean bout plate can u send me link to it (bad english here)
I wouldn’t even call that temporary.That should last until you’re ready for a new desk.I’d put another piece on the bottom if the mount clamp can open wide enough just to be sure.Those desks are made out of Chex mix and cardboard.
Nice one bro. I was looking for something different on RUclips and found your vid randomly. Last year I ended up doing something similar using 1/4" steel plates that are around the same size as the wood after you cut it down. One plate on top and one underneath, the same as you. It's been going strong for a little over a year now so if those problems come back go ahead and give the steel plates a try. I think I got them for about $12 a piece from Home Depot.
tried this for my desk, worked so well i used it on my mic arm too. 10/10 tutorial
Got this same exact problem. Thanks for this! My sag is WAY worse. Gonna try this out
Finally getting the monitor arm. But this idea been on my mind since day one i bought the table😂. Thank for the video.
You need a “that was easy” button. lol Looks good!
mr gordon LOL
Omg, thanks for your video. I almost mount my monitor arms there with 34” monitor
I did something similar, with two thicker pieces of wood that I didn't paint. Someday, I want a real table top like the IKEA Carl.
Much love ❤️ thank you for this 🙏please keep up the great hard work, content and videos
Bought this but bought a steel reinforcement for top and bottom off Amazon. Thing is with the wood top countertops is I want the all white look not solid wood on white. So. That’s why I went that route
is the 'steel reinforcement' works great for you ? because I'm thinking to get one with dual monitor arm
@@samsatsat yes works excellent. Helps balance out the weight. Still no issues with the desk and my monitor is pretty heavy
No leaning or sagging
Thanks man! I was planning to do this myself, but thinking it wouldn't solve the problem.
Yeah, I knew this would be a problem so already when I bough an arm I went for this solution, I just did not fancy it up. It is a shame most of their desktops are like this =/
you have saved me for real I have the same table the products are in my cart, but thanks I need now to buy plank I don't know what they call it but you got the idea thanks a lot
Thanks for the video. Good one. Next time you have to sandpaper edges, just you may use the table as a stabilisation, instead of free air sanding, which btw could become Olympic discipline.😉 Nevertheless the result counts and That is important. Best regards from Germany.
Supports like this are available to buy in metal, but I like the cost effective method of wood instead! I would say that two thinner but possibly wider pieces would be useful to have below and above desk. As you don't need too much more material, just a way to distribute the weight away from a single point
What should I search for to find a metal one?
Thanks! I really need this.
This really helps. Thanks man.
I’m glad to have helped you out! You’re welcome!
Lost 2 monitors, a desk and floor to this… so annoying and I can’t believe I didn’t think of anything like this before it happened😂
im gettint the linmmon tempereroly and this helps
even with a cedar 1x6x4 would work chop it in half clamp to desk and done
How is it now- is the sag still gone? Great video by the way, well put together and very informative!
Sag is still gone! And thanks!
I have the exact same desk and stand!!! Does it still work?? I think you might have changed the desk… but what i want to know how long did it work for?
So I did the same didn’t add the support in the button gonna try that next but it didn’t seem to last for me the wood I used seems to formed the shape of where it was going into I think best bet would be getting a wall mounted monitor stand
My desk is a light wood color so it'll be hard to a get a match. Did you try just adding a piece of wood on the bottom would be best.
i think ill use my old school text books hahaha thanks for the idea
omg i just buy same like this but 2meters top lenght so i plan do a monitor stand its ok if i have that middle leg on??
I just put One monitor on the stand and the other on an adjustable stand that came with my monitor so now its fixed
Thanks for the video! 2 year later, did you experience any problems with this solution? or you 100% recommend this?
Not at all
My ikea Linmon desk now has a slight hole in it and a big dent where my monitor arm was mounted
What about a 24inch single monitor
Hey Paul ! Great video. How is the desk working for you ? I was planning to buy Ikea Lapkaptan Oslov to use with my 31 inch monitor. I got some reviews that it wouldn't hold therefore I was planning to get a reinforcement bracket mount plate. Do you think this will work ?
Cheers
I replaced the desk recently, but it worked perfectly up until I replaced the desk!
@@PaulsPlace thanks a lot for replying
Cheers
I have the same problem with my triple monitor stand. Would a metal sheet also work?
Hey, I am looking to upgrade me desk top from Ikea, Do you have any recommendations on a more durable desk top from Ikea ?
Hi, i have some question, so the the main reason is your linnmon desk sag is beacause you attach dual monitor mount right? if i buy LG ergo 27UN880 will it be sag? thankyou:)
Yes most likely. You can do what he did with a small wooden chopping board or cutting board. Bamboo chopping boards are pretty cheap and really strong
Hey man, thanks for your video, I hope to do this solution soon. This solution still working for you? Still use the same desk of this video?
I ended up going to a standing desk, but when I switched a few months ago, it’s still held up perfect
What length did you cut the wood? Looking to do this for my deskz
Hey thanks a lot!
Just did this on ny Lakgapten desk.
How is your desk holding up now?
I ended up buying a new one to upgrade, but it held up perfectly!
What is the size of the wood?
Great video, just what I was looking for. Now, I'd appreciate if you could help me with something. I have the exact same desk, and I plan on buying a new monitor and a monitor arm, an AOC 24G2U, 24 inch monitor, weighs a bit over 4 kilograms, monitor arm is one of those typical gas monitor arms for 40€, do you think Linnmon desk could sustain that weight, since it would be just one monitor?
Glad I could help! I would think it would. I think my total weight including the arm is over 20 lbs. You should be fine. The key is weight distribution with this desk. :)
@@PaulsPlace Just as I thought. I'll give it a try and see how it goes, thank you again for the info and for the fast response, have a great day.
@@andrejjj567 Hej man, how it works after 6 months? Cos I have the same monitor.
@@Yashyn 6 months later, super satisfied, haven't encountered a single problem.
@@andrejjj567 thanks
Hello, I have the same office and I want to put two screens. If I put two screen holders and put one screen on the right and another on the left, will the table be affected? Because they say power should be distributed
I think you’ll be fine!
Isnt there a more solid part in the midle of a two meter linmon desk for the legs where you can mount the arm without issues
Nope
Exactly... in the same place where you install the middle lag there's another piece of wood inside. You should install your monitor mount right there
Hey, just checking in if this solution still works for you?
Yep!
@@PaulsPlace thanks man, working well for me so far.
is your diy reinforcement wood still working?
Yep!
How did this hold up?
Perfectly fine.
does the sagging also happen if i only use 24 inch monitors?
Eventually it will. Don't cheap out like me, buy a hardwood desk. If you already have this desk, make sure to reinforce it.
Hows it doing now?
Still good!
How is it holding up?
Great!
if i were to just put the monitor on the table just using the monitor’s stand itself, will it be okay?
Depends on how large the monitor is, a modern 27 inch LED would be fine, any heavy ultra wide I would be leery of.
@@PaulsPlace perfect, i'm actually planning on buying a 27" monitor so that's good!
So if it were let's say the LG 27GN880 that comes with a mount straight from the box, should i be worried that as time goes on the table will start to sag as well? Since it will be mounted on the table pretty much all the time
Nah, you should be fine! I’ve had mine for about 7/8 months now and have no noticeable sag. Good thing about these tabletops I guess is they’re so cheap. If it does, I’ll just go out and get another one.
@@PaulsPlace sweet! Guess i'll be getting that monitor without worry then, n yup you're right, i could always order another table top from ikea if anything were to happen to it, since the table top itself is pretty cheap 😄
And yea thanks a lot for the info buddy i appreciate that a lot, stay safe and best of luck to you!
@@PaulsPlace If weight is distributed (and with monitor stands it is) such table tops are more than enough. ruclips.net/video/8jESD2-lv-M/видео.html Only clamped arms are problematic because these create pressure on quite small area.
So did it hold up or?
yep
@@PaulsPlace nice I have the exact same problem will fix it today
dimensions of the wood?
12”x5.5”x0.5”
@@PaulsPlace Cheers
worked as it should thanks much better mu monitors dont wobble
Wow! Thanks, glad I could help.
30 dollars you could just buy a new top :(
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What’s your desk!
IKEA Linnmon?
@@PaulsPlace Which length is your linnmon Desk?
@@carlmelsaether7664 I think 63
How is it holding up?
Perfect