Freeman Brown Mahogany Computer Desk

I don't know why people complain about size when this desk is displayed showing size schematics for all of its components including the drawers. BTW the file drawer is built to hold files facing the laterally, not facing front, hence the narrow width. The finish is "distressed" or else it would not appear with the mottled color as represented in the photo. As for broken pieces and missing hardware, you are buying from a remainder retailer and are getting other store's rejects, so be careful when making purchases. The extra holes are probably the result of these pieces being generically cut to fit various furniture pieces in this "Mission" style series. I would consider this desk for purchase, however for this price, I would expect fewer complaints about damaged surfaces, poor packaging and missing parts than what appeared here, especially since this piece is cumbersome and most likely not easily returnable.

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The desk is perfectly adequate for our new apartment/ starter furniture. The desk is sturdy- so much so that I had to help the UPS man carry the box into my house. As in other reviews, the top piece arrived damaged in a back corner. However, you have to unpack every other piece to discover this. By then, combined with the poor quality packaging, it seems not even worth it to attempt to return. The drawers are a little small inside, so it's not exactly a storage desk, but okay for a small home office. The bottom right drawer on ours doesn't close all the way because the pre-drilled holes weren't aligned properly, but we only noticed once the whole desk was assembled, so pay close attention to alignment while assembling, and if something doesn't look right, just drill your own holes. Speaking of, assembly takes FOREVER- there are so many pieces! Overall, very sturdy, looks fine, and fairly priced. Would recommend if you don't expect perfection and are willing to do some assembly.

• How did the color on site compare with the actual product? the photo is a little lighter than the piece
• Please tell us about the quality of the product. fair for the price

The desk is nice. The only thing I don't love about the design is that the space where your feet go is pretty low, but I am tall so this may not be a concern for you. Now why the low rating? Putting this desk together was a pain, it is missing a drawer handle and because the instructions were so poor, we didn't get all the drawers to line up well, so that sucks. For now I haven't revisited the drawer issue, I am still traumatized from putting this desk together. Would I buy it again, NO! Am I glad I have it now all assembled? Kind of, there are still issues.

• How did the color on site compare with the actual product? Same
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• How accurate was the on site description of the product? OK

Once this desk was assembled, it is just what I was looking for. However, the desk was originally sent without any screws, dowels or hardware! The hardware arrived approximately one week after the desk, after 3 calls to inquire as to the whereabouts of same. Assembling this desk is not for the faint of heart! I cannot stress this enough. The directions are virtually useless! If you are not extremely handy and capable of complex assembly I would not recommend trying. My husband is an auto mechanic, and can fix just about anything, and he was scratching his head. But, after about 4-5 hours of assembly, the desk is exactly what i needed. It's small and has a cabinet for a computer tower. It is sturdy and attractive. Good luck.