MEEDEN Vintage Wooden Drafting Table: 35.5" x 23.5'' Artist Drawing Table with Adjustable Height & Tilting Tabletop - Studio Painting Craft Desk for Writing Reading SketchingThe Forest Stewardship Council

Love this. I use this for everything from puzzles to modles.

I recently added this rotating drafting table to my workspace, and it has quickly become a must-have. As someone who does a variety of tasks—sketching, drafting, and occasional crafting—the versatility of this table has truly impressed me.Design & Quality:This table is not only practical but also a beautiful piece of furniture. The wood is of high quality, and the satin finish adds an elegant touch. Its smooth rotating surface allows me to easily adjust angles during long projects without having to constantly reposition myself. Plus, the rotation can be locked in place, which is crucial for more precise work.Adjustability:The adjustable height and tilt are perfect for a range of tasks. I can set the table at an ideal angle for drawing or tilt it back to a flat surface for cutting and other activities. Despite the adjustments, the table remains very stable and doesn’t wobble, even at its maximum height.Assembly:Though it’s a solid, heavy piece, I managed to assemble it by myself (and I’m 66 years old!). The process took about an hour. The instructions were clear, and all the tools were included. The only challenge was making sure I took my time with the heavier parts, but it was overall a smooth experience.Pro Tips for Assembly:Make sure not to tighten the screws on the rotating bars until both sides are properly slotted in, or the bar won’t align with the screws.Take care to secure the rotating mechanism tightly to avoid any minor shifts during use.Keep the surface clean, as dust can interfere with the smooth rotation.Consider pairing it with a height-adjustable chair for maximum comfort and ergonomic alignment.In summary, this rotating drafting table is a fantastic investment for artists, designers, and crafters. It’s not only functional but also a stunning addition to any creative workspace!

Aside from this being a beautiful piece of furniture, every aspect of its design, manufacture and functionality, is superb as follows:- the quality of all components is top.- the accuracy of all dimensions and fits is perfect—assembly was problem free.- the table is more rigid than they claim.- the table height and tilt are adjustable.- every component came wrapped or padded, there was no damage or scratching.- a quality screw driver and Allen wrench were included and no more was required.- the illustrated manual was intuitive and left nothing unexplained.- the feet are glides that slide on hard surfaces or rugs equally well.*** …if you sit in a recliner, the leading edge of this table will slide forward to reach your lap so you can write without reaching.*** …I’m on crutches and practically live in my recliner, but I can slide the table back, stand and easily walk away.(And yes, I’m a calligrapher and retired manufacturing engineer, so I know all this stuff…you can trust my independent and honest review—this truly is a great product!)

I purchased this table as a Plan B for another item that sold out. I'm satisfied with it and I believe that its quality is congruent with its pricing. I did not chose the set with the adjustable wooden stool, as I already have a stool I prefer.The things that are important to me in a drafting table are: stability/no wobble, wood or melamine surface/no glass, does not slip out of adjustment, and that it's easy to move. This table was simple to put together. It came with very clear diagrams and well-labeled components. Tools provided are a small phillips head screwdriver and and small hex key. It took about 30 minutes for me to assemble the table start-to-finish.The components for this table came wrapped in bubble wrap, which protected it for most part. I did find a little cosmetic damage during assembly. There are a few small dings and scratches in places like the H-stand and the back of the table. These are not easily noticed unless someone inspects every inch of the table. All the cosmetic damage that I found looks easy to repair with some stain and wood putty. None of the damage affects the drawing surface.During use, the table is very steady. It takes a good bump to wobble it. I found the adjustments held firmly, though the tightening knobs take quite a bit of turning to get them set. When adjusting the table for the first time, you might want someone to help you 'float' the tabletop until you set your stand height. You can adjust the table height by yourself, it just takes a little bit of bother. It's easy for one person to adjust and lock the angle.As I stated in an earlier paragraph, I got what I paid for. This is not an $1500 drafting table, but it still makes a good basic entry-level table. The T-square is more for looks than use. If you use a T-square for your work, you'll probably prefer a metal one. Keep in mind that this table is made more as a piece of furniture than a utility table. If you are buying this as an art student or someone going off to college; it will require more TLC to protect it from damage. The table top and angle hoops are simple to remove from the base. The table top and base are compact enough that they can be wrapped with quilts and put into the back on an SUV without completely disassembling it. Because it's wood, you also want to protect the table top from cracks and warping. If well cared-for, I expect this table should last a long time.

Really trying to make this work, but both the table and chair are so rickety it makes it hard to work. The chair, tipped over and even and think carpet the base broke. The table adjustment is so tedious it is hardly work it. Had this for about 5 months and will need to find replacements.