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48" Whalen Turing Workstation w/ Built-In Bookcase & Power Strip (Desert Ash)

$60
$231.29
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Staples has 48" Whalen Turing Workstation Desk (Desert Ash, SPLS-TU48CD) on sale for $59.99. Select free store pickup where available, otherwise handling fees will apply and may vary by location.
  • Note: Availability for pickup may vary by location.
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About this Item:
  • Gun metal powder coat finish on the metal frame and feet
  • Incorporated bookcase features three storage shelves
  • Power strip with two 110V outlets and two USB ports
  • Assembly required
  • Dimensions: 55.25"H x 48.3"W x 31.75"D

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Staples [staples.com] has 48" Whalen Turing Workstation (Desert Ash) for $59.99. Save 74%. Free store pickup (if store has the workstation in stock), or delivery is available with a $12.75 delivery fee.
  • If your local store doesn't have the workstation in stock, total is $72.74 including shipping/handling. The shipping/handling fee is also applied to ship-to-store orders, so might as well have it delivered.
Product Description from Staples
  • The Whalen Turing is a unique workstation that includes a 48" work surface tucked into an integrated bookcase. Offering ample workspace with plenty of storage, it is a perfect solution for those small space areas where maximum productivity is required. The integrated power strip houses two 110V outlets, and two USB ports will keep you conveniently connected..Gun metal powder coat finish on the metal frame and feet.Modern furnishing style.Make the most of your home or office space with this workstation.Comes in desert ash paper laminate.1-year manufacturer limited warranty.Incorporated bookcase features three storage shelves.Assembly required.Power strip with two 110V outlets and two USB ports.
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Model: Whalen Turing 48" Workstation, Desert Ash (SPLS-TU48CD)

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This thing looks like Frankenstein made a desk. At first glance I expected the desk to fold away or something to justify the goody shape. Nope just an odd piece of furniture.
People lack common sense. I bought $50 metal desk from tribe and it had a bunch of reviews saying the holes don't line up etc. you can't tighten screws as you go when building things like this otherwise the some holes won't line up. Leave everything semi loose and once it's all put together you tighten everything.
I had some spin wheel pop-up window for an extra discount. I got $15 off $60. Had to add a filler to get it to take though.

Some pens for $0.99?

https://www.staples.com/baseline-...t_24417303

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thikthird
05-20-2024 at 10:19 PM.
05-20-2024 at 10:19 PM.
I think it looks cool. Is it possible to have the bookshelf on the other side?
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leeterbike
05-21-2024 at 05:51 AM.
05-21-2024 at 05:51 AM.
I was excited, thought the desk folded into the bookcase area for storage when not in use. Nope.
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downwithcville
05-21-2024 at 06:01 AM.
05-21-2024 at 06:01 AM.
Quote from thikthird :
I think it looks cool. Is it possible to have the bookshelf on the other s
It would depend on that back panel and how the outlets line up with the center column.
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hodaddy
05-21-2024 at 09:01 AM.
05-21-2024 at 09:01 AM.
Quote from liberty1st :
Since you have put this together, would you mind a couple of questions? This could work for me if it was reversed.

Could it be put together so the shelf is on the left side of the desk? It doesn't look like it from the pictures, unless the shelf can be turned 180 degrees and the legs attached to either end of the shelf.
If so, what is the depth of the desk part itself? I see the 31.75"D and assume that is the shelf part, so I'm guessing about 20" for the desk?

Thanks!
The desk is attached to the back panel with 4 screws. The threads are imbedded in the back panel and they are not centered on that panel, so if you reversed it, the desk would sit higher and the end legs would have to be longer. That being said I suppose you could macgyver it and drill your own holes but not advisable.

The desk is 19 inches deep.

BTW, If anyone is looking for a desk lamp, this one is amazing: https://www.amazon.com/rigors-Eye...r=8-1&th=1
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Nazarster
05-21-2024 at 11:56 AM.
05-21-2024 at 11:56 AM.
The desk is too small for any regular daily usage ((. You wouldn't be able to work or learn there
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arrogantworks
05-21-2024 at 11:58 AM.
05-21-2024 at 11:58 AM.
Free shipping, but a handling fee. So not free. Ugh!
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05-21-2024 at 12:15 PM.
05-21-2024 at 12:15 PM.
Quote from SlickDealio :
I had some spin wheel pop-up window for an extra discount. I got $15 off $60. Had to add a filler to get it to take though.

Some pens for $0.99?

https://www.staples.com/baseline-...t_24417303

Where did you get a $15 off coupon?
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05-21-2024 at 12:52 PM.

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Where did you get a $15 off coupon?
Try going to https://www.staples.com/deals/Sta...GDD0000001 in incognito for your web browser and look for a red button in the bottom left corner that says "Get up to $15 off". That will bring up the spin wheel. You might need to scroll the page a bit for it to show up.

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liberty1st
05-21-2024 at 03:53 PM.
05-21-2024 at 03:53 PM.
Quote from hodaddy :
The desk is attached to the back panel with 4 screws. The threads are imbedded in the back panel and they are not centered on that panel, so if you reversed it, the desk would sit higher and the end legs would have to be longer. That being said I suppose you could macgyver it and drill your own holes but not advisable.

The desk is 19 inches deep.

BTW, If anyone is looking for a desk lamp, this one is amazing: https://www.amazon.com/rigors-Eye...r=8-1&th=1
Thanks for the info! repped!
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05-21-2024 at 04:57 PM.
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Quote from SlickDealio :
Try going to https://www.staples.com/deals/Sta...GDD0000001 in incognito for your web browser and look for a red button in the bottom left corner that says "Get up to $15 off". That will bring up the spin wheel. You might need to scroll the page a bit for it to show up.

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Thanks for the hint it worked
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fiockthis
05-21-2024 at 07:56 PM.
05-21-2024 at 07:56 PM.
Why am I being charged a $12.75 handling fee?
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mish1206
05-22-2024 at 10:13 AM.
05-22-2024 at 10:13 AM.
So is the desk itself 31.75" wide and 19" deep?
If so, how much does the desk stick out from the bookcase? I wonder if one can work comfortably 🤔
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05-22-2024 at 03:04 PM.
05-22-2024 at 03:04 PM.
Quote from JimR2075 :
If this fits your needs then I think $60 is a good price. But I see multiple reviews say that it is hard to assemble and there were problems with screw holes not aligned right. Also I wish they'd have better information on all the dimensions.
Here's a video directing you to an interactive app to build this. Looks complicated -- both the shelf and the app.

https://youtu.be/XMeHk0h196Q?si=GFmUc9XfbIbcHI3b
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05-23-2024 at 10:41 AM.
05-23-2024 at 10:41 AM.
Quote from Frugal_Jerk :
If the left and middle vertical boards were removed from the bookshelf it would be an interesting piece of furniture, because it would open up the shelves for the person sitting at the desk. As it is it's stressful just looking at it. poor design

If the left and middle vertical boards were removed from the bookshelf, there would either be no shelves or they'd require some impressive & creative cantilevering...

So yes, (either way) an interesting piece of furniture indeed.

Perhaps something similar to this: ⬇️

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https://www.wayfair.com/furniture...35117.html
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