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STANDING DESK
STANDING DESK
Charcoal Desk - Award-winning standing desk that boosts productivity | Product Hunt

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The RedDot Award for Design

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Meet Crystal Acrylic, the ultimate
desk surface. Its velvet-smooth texture
makes this one of the best-feeling
materials in the world.

CRYSTAL ACRYLIC. MADE IN ITALY.
The smoothest table
top ever made.

Meet Crystal Acrylic, the ultimate
desk surface. Its velvet-smooth texture
makes this one of the best-feeling
materials in the world.

Why is Crystal Acrylic the best tabletop
material?

After evaluating scores of materials, we found this to be the ultimate desk surface. Here’s why.

Soft texture: It has a unique satin matte texture and a soft, velvety feel, quite similar to the Apple Magic Trackpad. Because it's so soft, you can comfortably keep your hands on it for hours at a time. Please take the material sample that's offered on our website to see for yourself.

Durability: Although it has a soft texture, Crystal Acrylic is far tougher than laminate and wooden tabletops. Its shore hardness rating of D-94 is much higher than the D-56 rating of wooden surfaces. This means it easily resists scratches and chip-offs.

Maintenance Free: It’s immune to stains, sun exposure, moisture, and termites. It also does not fade with time and will always look new.

Uniqueness: Despite its many benefits, Crystal Acrylic is only used in high-end home interiors and never used in furniture because of its high cost and the complex manufacturing processes involved. The material must be sourced from Italy and should go through multiple machining processes, followed by elaborate hand-finishing. This makes it very challenging for traditional furniture companies to use this material.

Can I get the desk in another color?

Presently, the Charcoal Desk only comes in white.

But if you’re wondering if the desk will match the rest of your
room, the answer is very likely yes. As white is such a timeless
color, we’ve seen it blend in everywhere - from warm interiors
with lots of wood to modern dark room aesthetics. So even if
you were looking for a black desk, chances are that a white
one will work for you.

Experience the tabletop

The Crystal Acrylic is a truly magical material.
You really need to feel the texture and see the
finish in person. So here's a free material sample!
The Crystal Acrylic is a truly magical material.You really need to feel the texture and see the finish in person. So here's a free material sample!
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ENGINEERED TO PERFECTION
The new benchmark for
standing desks.
Is it the sturdiest
standing desk?

Absolutely. We tested desks from all
major brands, from the ones that cost
$599 to ones that cost more than $1500
and none of them is nearly as stable as
the Charcoal Desk. The reason for this is
that other brands break up the metal
frame into smaller pieces to lower
material and shipping costs. But this
compromises the desk's stability
significantly. We didn’t take this route.
We have one solid piece of metal that
runs throughout the length of our desk,
making it the sturdiest standing desk
there is.

Is it the quietest
and fastest?

Yes. The Charcoal Desk has the best
three-stage, dual-motor columns in
the world, the DL6 Plus from the Danish
manufacturer Linak. These are the
quietest and fastest.

Does it work for
every height?

Yes. It doesn't matter if you're 5
feet tall or 7 feet tall, the three-stage
columns have an extended height
range that works for everyone.

Can I save
height presets?

Yes, and it’s really easy. All you have
to do is hold the save button, and the
desk smartly maps your current height
automatically as a sitting or standing preset.

Does it have a
collision sensor?

Yes, the built-in piezo sensor allows
the desk to detect obstructions and
prevent accidents.

John Biggs,
East Coast Editor

“The craftsmanship is phenomenal.
I love the zen-like tech as well.”

Great desk. Even better work companion.

ADVANCED PRODUCTIVITY TECH

The desk helps you take effective breaks
exactly when your brain needs it.

Your brain goes through biological rhythms that determine your energy
levels. These rhythms are why you
feel great in the morning and sleepy
in the afternoons. The desk maps
them by forming a daily energy graph using circadian and ultradian patterns, sleep data, age, and gender, and then modifies it based on your work patterns which are captured by the desk’s sensors.

This energy graph helps the desk find your healing windows.

Maps your
Energy Graph

The brain has specific times during the day when it needs to rest and recover in order to function properly. These healing windows allow the brain to replenish its energy and clear out metabolic waste. If we do not allow the brain to take advantage of these healing windows, it becomes overworked and fatigued due to an excess of stress hormones. The desk identifies these healing windows and alerts you to take a break, allowing your brain to rest and recover.

Finds your
Healing Windows

When you take breaks during healing windows, the stress doesn’t build up and you’ll feel great throughout the day. The desk not only helps you perform at your best it also reduces the long-term negative effects of stress on your health.

Lowers your
stress levels

I’m just looking for a standing desk.
Do I need this tech?

Yes! 

You know those 2 or 3 hours every day when you’re at
peak productivity? By using the brain the way it’s meant
to be used, you can work like that throughout the day. 

The desk helps you do this by precisely identifying
moments in the day when your brain naturally slows
down to rest and recharge and then reminds you to take
a break. When we recover during these crucial healing
windows, we allow the brain to replenish fuel and clear
out metabolic wastes. This works like coffee, but
without the crash.

Also, the productivity tech adds little to the price.
So the Charcoal Desk costs what it does solely because
of the build quality and materials. 

Taking breaks at the right times is the
key to working at your absolute best. When you recover when the desk
reminds you, you prevent the buildup
of stress hormones and allow your
brain to replenish fuels. This is how
your brain is designed to be used.

NO MORE AFTERNOON SLUMPS
Your brain on
calibrated breaks

Taking breaks at the right times is the key
to working at your absolute best. When you
recover when the desk reminds you, you
prevent the buildup of stress hormones and
allow your brain to replenish fuels. This is
how your brain is designed to be used.

The science isn’t new,
the tech is.

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Simple to understand.
Easy to use.

There’s a lot going on under the hood, but the desk is super easy to use. When the lamp is white, it means you have the energy to work well.

There’s a lot going on under the hood, but the desk is super easy to use. When the lamp is white, it means you have the energy to work well. 

The yellow lamp means you’re getting tired and need a break. The desk also notifies you using subtle haptic feedbacks as well. 

The yellow lamp means you’re getting tired and need a break. The desk also notifies you using subtle haptic feedbacks as well. 

The orange lamp means you’re burning out and the stress hormones are pouring in, so you shouldn’t delay taking a break.

The orange lamp means you’re burning out and the stress hormones are pouring in, so you shouldn’t delay taking a break.

Design Jury

“This subtly designed desk is captivating for the impressive technical features with which it is equipped.”

Does this have everything I need from a typical standing desk?

Yes. The features expected from the best standing desks are the ability to save presets, an integrated collision sensor, and high-quality three-stage, dual-motor columns that are fast and noiseless. The Charcoal Desk has all of these, along with unparalleled build quality brought to life in an award-winning design.

How is the crystal acrylic better than a wood/laminate top?

- Solid wood scratches and chips off easily, and its varnish will fade over time, resulting in a worn or aged appearance. These issues make solid wood furniture less durable and less visually appealing in the long term. In contrast, crystal acrylic is an exceptionally strong material with a shore hardness of D94, which makes it highly resistant to wear and tear. Its clear finish will not fade, ensuring your desk looks as fresh as the day you bought it.

- Solid wood requires a lot of maintenance, as it can be affected by factors such as sunlight, temperature changes, termites, moisture, and spills. In contrast, crystal acrylic requires no maintenance at all and can be used freely without worrying about these issues.

- Crystal acrylic has an incredible texture. It feels so much softer under your hands than wood. It’s a much better surface to work on if you work for hours at a time.

Which size do I get?

Click here to access the size guide.

What’s special about the Linak DL6 Plus motor & standing column?

A standing desk’s most important components are the lifting columns, which house the motors. Nearly all standing desks in the market have lifting columns that are made in China and these aren’t nearly as good as Linak’s columns, which are manufactured in Denmark. Chinese columns tend to have shorter lifespans, create more noise during use, have slower switching speeds, and potentially lower weight capacities. (Linak can take up to 300 lbs).

Can I assemble the desk on my own? Will I need additional tools?

Yes, it’s easy to assemble the desk by yourself. The process should only take around 15 minutes and all the necessary tools are included with the desk. You won't need any additional equipment like screwdrivers or drill machines. However, you will need another person to help you flip the desk upright after it has been assembled.

What is the Red Dot Award?

The Red Dot Award is the most prestigious design award. It’s awarded to the most aesthetic and innovative products in the world. The Charcoal Desk won the award in 2021.

Other than the US, where else do you ship?

Presently, we only ship to USA & Canada. We are working on launching the product in parts of Europe and Asia.

How do I know if it will work well for my height?

If you’re anywhere between 5 feet tall and 7 feet tall, it will work for you. There are no standing desks in the market with greater range. The desk can switch between 560 mm at its lowest and 1200 mm at its highest.

Can I save my preferred height?

Yes. The desk allows you to save and recall presets.

Will I need to buy anything else for my wire management?

Every purchase includes a custom-made wire management tray that helps you manage your wires neatly. It’s been a huge hit among our customers!

How do I reach Charcoal for support? 

Please reach out to us at support@charcoal.inc.

What is your return policy? 

You can return the desk within 30 days of having received it. Email us at support@charcoal.inc and we’ll arrange for the return. In the email, please mention,

- Your order number

- Your full name

- The products being returned

Can my desk be assembled for me?

We presently do not offer assembly services. But we have worked extra hard to make the assembly process quick and easy.

What is the minimum and maximum height of the desk? What is the weight capacity? 

Max height: 1200 mm
Min height: 560 mm
Max weight capacity: 300 lbs

You can also speak to us directly on or email
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