Writing desk with storage makes a functional addition to your office space or study area
Open shelves provide easy access to your items
Wooden writing desk offers enough space for your files, books and more
Writing desk suits any decor style and color palette
Description
From office work to fun projects, this Student Writing Desk with Storage from Room Essentials™ will offer enough space for all your activities. This rectangle writing desk comes with three shelves to offer enough space for your files, books and more. The open design allows easy access to your items. Place this wooden writing desk along the wall to complete your study room or office setting.
Room Essentials™: Bringing your spaces and places to life.
Dimensions (Overall): 30 Inches (H) x 40 Inches (W) x 15 Inches (D)
Weight: 46.2 Pounds
Material: Particle Board (Frame)
Finish: Laminated
Surface Material: Wood
Suggested Age: Adult (18 Years and Up)
Features: Anti-Tip Anchoring Hardware
Assembly Details: Adult Assembly Required, Tools Not Provided
Storage Features: Open Storage Shelf
Care & Cleaning: Spot or Wipe Clean
TCIN: 80599665
UPC: 191908444116
Item Number (DPCI): 249-05-5826
Origin: Imported
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Shipping details
Estimated ship dimensions: 3.62 inches length x 17.32 inches width x 45.83 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 50.402 pounds
This item ships in its manufacturer’s packaging, revealing what’s inside. ·
Return details
This item can be returned to any Target store or Target.com.
This item must be returned within 365 days of the date it was purchased in store, delivered to the guest, delivered by a Shipt shopper, or picked up by the guest.
Q: why is there no stickers on the things but in the directions
submitted by A - 4 years ago
A: Hello A - Thanks for reaching out! We're letting our quality team know the frustration experienced in assembling this writing desk so they can make future enhancements or adjustments. Have a great day. - Matt
submitted byM - 4 years ago
Target staff support
A: Crazy that this was a problem on 2022 and it's still a problem in 2024. Clearly this company doesn't follow through.
submitted byDanielle - 2 years ago
Q: Can this be used as a hutch to be put on top of a more solid desk?
submitted by KT - 1 year ago
A: It is not advised to stack this unit on top of another unit.
submitted bySauderSupportTeam - 1 year ago
Brand expert
Q: Where can I get instructions
submitted by Jocelyn - 1 year ago
A: Hello. We are very sorry to hear your unit arrived without the instruction book. We would be happy to email you a copy so you can get started right away. Just contact us here, https://www.sauder.com/service/instruction-book-request, or give us a call at 800-523-3987 Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. ET.
submitted bySauderSupportTeam - 1 year ago
Brand expert
Q: Can you put drawers in it?
submitted by Sophie - 2 years ago
A: TryThese bins from Target: Brightroom Wave Medium Rectangle Storage Bin Black #002-07-4872 UPC# 9326265211618. Add felt to bottoms to keep from scratching desk.
submitted byPhillyGirl - 2 years ago
A: Hello Sophie - We appreciate your interest in this product. This is a Open Storage Shelf and we do not recommend putting drawers in it. I hope this helps, happy shopping at Target! - Griffin
submitted byGriffin - 2 years ago
Target staff support
Q: Is the 30 inch height from the top of the desk, or the bottom of the large cubby?
submitted by Cindy - 5 months ago
A: HI - We appreciate your interest in the Writing Desk. The desk is 30 Inches (H) x 40 Inches (W) x 15 Inches (D). I hope this helps - Sam
submitted bySam - 5 months ago
Target staff support
Q: Is this supposed to come with screws and installation manual? Mine did not come with either!!
submitted by LR - 6 months ago
Q: Where can I find the instructions to assemble?
submitted by White desk - 7 months ago
A: Hi Guest - Thank you for the inquiry. Please call 1-800-440-0680 for a copy of the directions. We look forward to hearing from you! - Kris
submitted byKris - 6 months ago
Target staff support
Q: What’s the maximum weight limit
submitted by Sa - 7 months ago
A: Hello Sa - Thank you for your interest in the Student Writing Desk with Storage from Room Essentials. The recommended max weight capacity of this desk is 100 lbs. Happy shopping! - Cynthia
submitted byCynthia - 7 months ago
Target staff support
Q: how wide is this desk
submitted by rachel - 10 months ago
A: Hello rachel - We appreciate your interest for this item. The Overall Width of the desk is 40 inches. I hope it helps - Juliette.
submitted bysanto - 10 months ago
Target staff support
Q: Is it 15" or 30" deep? The drawing makes it look like it can be either
WARNING:This product can expose you to chemicals including Formaldehyde, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer or birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information, go to https://www.p65warnings.ca.gov/
This desk is a great option for small spaces, offering a modern design and sturdy construction. Many guests appreciate its affordability and the ease of assembly, with some completing it in under an hour. However, the lack of labeled parts and unclear instructions have led to frustration for others. Despite some assembly challenges, it serves well as a functional workspace or vanity, making it a versatile choice for various needs.
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59% would recommend
483 recommendations
1 out of 5 stars
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29 August, 2026
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The wooden parts are cheap the nails just drill right into it and when I try to put them together, it just breaks in half. It was cracked all the way on the top piece would not recommend. Target wouldnt return it bc of the damage.
Brooklyn
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19 August, 2026Verified purchase
came broken
The desk came with a broken panel. now I have to find a way as a single person with a hurt leg to haul it down four flights of stairs and get it back in my car to try and get a refund.
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1 out of 5 stars
15 August, 2026
Dont buy!
Don’t buy! Item was damaged and target didn’t even care to refund me, ups will not take the item because it’s not in a box, try to explain this to the lady before we got cut off with no call back. nothing got resolved.
Boho bumkin
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1 out of 5 stars
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9 August, 2026Verified purchase
Poor quality
You get what you pay for. Top piece was completely cracked along the entire length. A total pain to try to return.
Allie E
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5 out of 5 stars
8 August, 2026Verified purchase
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Easy to put together and great for a work from home job
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4 out of 5 stars
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28 July, 2026Verified purchase
Nice, but missing a piece
Sturdy and easy to build! Was missing a few pieces of hardware that I had to supply but fits in my space great!
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25 July, 2026Verified purchase
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Nightmare to put together! Directions were horrible!
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21 July, 2026
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Not easy to assemble. Does not come with stickers for the letters on the boards and my hands are absolutely killing me from trying to screw in the tiny holes. One of the tiny holes damaged so I could not finish it only left with half of a desk. Can’t return it either.
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16 July, 2026Verified purchase
Crappy desk
This desk is hard to assemble and broke as I was putting together. Do not buy
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1 July, 2026Verified purchase
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I love it it fits nicely in a small room. and if u want cheap desk this js the one.
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2 out of 5 stars
21 June, 2026
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Very cute desk but the instructions were impossible to understand.
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1 out of 5 stars
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20 June, 2026
60$ more like 6$
My first reason is This desk is crap it broke when my husband put a book on it. my second reason is the paint chipped. third reason there is a sticker on it that you can’t take off. fourth reason it doesn’t have a lot of leg space. fifth reason it’s small. Six reason there isn’t a lot of space to put anything seventh reason it’s not worth the hype oh wait there wasn’t any hype for a reason. oh and my other reason is the workers handed me it throw my car window.
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5 out of 5 stars
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20 June, 2026Verified purchase
Small but nice.
Nice desk but it's kind of small. I didn't look at the size before I bought it. I was easy to assemble. Let me share a hack with you. If the medal dowel doesn't fit into the hole take the cam out then put the metal dowel back in. The dowel is facing you in the opened direction so that you can turn and lock it. My suggestion is put the metal dowel on when you start putting the pieces together. It's way easier.
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6 May, 2026Verified purchase
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Came with instructions for a completely different product. Super unhappy.
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3 May, 2026
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easy to assemble, sturdy, heavier than expected.
PL57
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3 out of 5 stars
17 February, 2026Verified purchase
Okay but crammed & no keyboard or slide drawers
Ok desk as far as quality/price, but it’s tiny and extremely annoying not being able to slide the drawer out for a keyboard.
Marisa
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16 February, 2026Verified purchase
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Perfect desk size for my teen’s room!
Ani
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13 January, 2026Verified purchase
Looks good, Worst instructions evwr
While the desk looks like the picture. It was the most difficult thing to put together, not a single thing was labeled and all you had to go off of was a picture. I put it together and tore it apart so many times just hoping something would look like the box. Needs way better instructions, heres hoping it holds up well.
Amber
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5 January, 2026
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This desk is hard to put together and it broke within a month of getting it
1 reply from the Product Manufacturer team - 8 months ago
Hi Jessalyn. I'm so sorry the desk has had issues. This is not the experience we want for our customers and we would love to speak with you. Please contact us at https://www.sauder.com/service, or give us a call at 800-523-3987 Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. ET.
Jessalyn
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27 December, 2025
Super hard
I am struggling just to put kne screw in, only have way through and I already hate it
1 reply from the Product Manufacturer team - 8 months ago
Hi Fabian. We are sorry to hear that you are not completely satisfied with your furniture purchase. We would love the opportunity to make things right. Please contact us at 800-523-3987 Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. ET. We're here to help and look forward to speaking with you!
