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Paulo Wood Writing Desk with Drawer - Threshold™

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About this item

Highlights

  • Simple design is easy to incorporate into any space
  • 4-point base and hardwood frame create sturdy construction
  • Single large drawer helps to keep your space clutter-free
  • Ability to support up to 75 pounds

Specifications

Dimensions (Overall): 30 Inches (H) x 42 Inches (W) x 20 Inches (D)
Weight: 38.94 Pounds
Holds up to: 75 Pounds
Material: Hardwood, Wood Composite (Frame)
Surface Material: Wood
Assembly Details: Adult Assembly Required, Tools Provided
Compartment 1 Type: Drawer (1): 1.67 Inches (H) x 33.78 Inches (W) x 14.85 Inches (D)
Material: Furniture Hardware: Metal
Number of compartments: 1
Storage Features: Hutch Storage, All Purpose Drawer
Care & Cleaning: Spot or Wipe Clean
TCIN: 14387761
UPC: 677446147189
Item Number (DPCI): 249-14-0055
Origin: Imported

Description

Maintain your modern style with the Paulo Wood Writing Desk with Drawer from Threshold™. This writing desk has one drawer for storing writing materials and other office supplies and keeping the tabletop clutter-free. The narrow style is perfect for smaller spaces to make the most of the room you have.

Threshold™: Looks like home, feels like you.

Tabletop Depth: 20.00 inches
Tabletop Width: 42.01 inches
Overall Height: 29.95 inches
Drawer Width: 33.78 inches
Drawer Depth: 14.85 inches
Drawer Height: 1.67 inches
Distance from Floor to Bottom of Drawer: 25.27 inches
Max Drawer Weight: 25 lbs
Max Top Panel Weight: 75 lbs
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Shipping details

Estimated ship dimensions: 44.25 inches length x 22.5 inches width x 7 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 46 pounds
We regret that this item cannot be shipped to PO Boxes.
This item cannot be shipped to the following locations: United States Minor Outlying Islands, American Samoa (see also separate entry under AS), Puerto Rico (see also separate entry under PR), Northern Mariana Islands, Guam (see also separate entry under GU), Virgin Islands, U.S., APO/FPO
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Return details

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This item must be returned within 365 days of the date it was purchased in store, shipped, delivered by a Shipt shopper, or made ready for pickup.
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Q: How difficult is it to assemble... is it possible to get a look at the instructions?

submitted by Kelly - 5 years ago
  • A: HARD... the instructions are not stright forward and it's annoying

    submitted byImani - 4 years ago
  • A: No instructions were included in our box. Pretty inconvenient.

    submitted byValerie - 4 years ago
  • A: Hi Kelly - We think that this is a great desk for that needed work space in your room. According to reviews, this one is an ease to assemble. Thanks! - Shelly

    submitted byShelly - 5 years ago
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  • A: My desk came with instructions and it was the easiest one I have ever assembled. The drawer is already done and in tact with the top of the desk. All you will assemble are the legs and support bar. Super duper easy!

    submitted byMelissaE77 - 4 years ago

Q: What tools do I need to put this together?

submitted by Victoria - 7 years ago
  • A: Philips and a flat head screw driver. That's it.

    submitted byMelissaE77 - 4 years ago
  • A: The last answer is wrong. You need a Philips head screwdriver for the cam lock system and to put the handle on the drawer. That said, I had to return this desk twice due to damaged parts. All ordered were site to store pickup. I would get something better if I were you.

    submitted byCovertleopard - 7 years ago
  • A: Hi Victoria - What a great desk to help you get your work done. The tools needed for assembly are included in the packaging. Hope this helps, thanks! - Shelly

    submitted byShelly - 7 years ago
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  • A: Target Staff are incorrect. The 3 tools are listed above.

    submitted byAnything - 2 years ago

Q: how much weight can this desk support?

submitted by noni - 3 years ago
  • A: Hi noni - Thanks for checking out this classic desk. The maximum weight limit is 70 lbs. I hope this works for you. Have a great day! - Stephanie

    submitted byStephanie - 3 years ago
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  • A: I have two 27" monitors, speakers, mouse, and keyboard on mine. It's a very stable desk and feels really solid for it's size.

    submitted byNate - 3 years ago
  • A: The description says it can hold up to 75 lbs

    submitted byLMNOP - 2 years ago

Q: Is this desk made from solid wood or mdf/manufactured wood? It says "surface desk wood" but looks a lot like manufactured wood with veneer.

submitted by potato42 - 7 years ago
  • A: Mine is particle board

    submitted byHannah - 7 years ago
  • A: Hi Potato42 - What a classic desk to add to your space. This desk is made of durable hardwood. Hope this helps, thanks! - Shelly

    submitted byShelly - 7 years ago
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  • A: Mine is cheap composite wood

    submitted byElizabeth - 2 years ago

Q: What does the back of this look like? Is it something you could have facing the room, rather than up against a wall?

submitted by Jessica - 7 years ago
  • A: It is finished all over, so stand alone is fine.

    submitted bybeth - 7 years ago
  • A: I have it in white in front of a large window. Look gorgeous!

    submitted byAllie - 6 years ago
  • A: The back is finished just like the front. It could face the room and look nice.

    submitted byOrange County - 7 years ago

Q: Can you clamp a monitor arm onto this desk?

submitted by Jared - 3 years ago
  • A: Thank you for your inquiry regarding the Paulo Wood Writing Desk with Drawers. We don't currently run any testing to determine if a monitor clamp would be safe to use on this product. However, this product does come with a anti-tip kit that we do recommend installing. Also, the desk has a max weight capacity of 70 lbs. Please let us know if you have any other questions.

    submitted byToo Furniture Expert - 3 years ago
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  • A: Hi Jared - Thanks for asking! We don't currently run any testing to determine if a monitor clamp would be safe to use on this product. However, this product does come with an anti-tip kit that we do recommend installing. Also, the desk has a max weight capacity of 70 lbs. We hope this helps! - Jerith

    submitted byJerith - 3 years ago
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Q: was very easy to assemble but now that I am sitting and doing work on it, it is very wobbly. checked all of the screws again and they are all tight but it still feels unsteady. is there a way to fix this? a little disappointed :(

submitted by mckinley - 4 years ago
  • A: I also bought mine and it is also very wobbly!

    submitted bycg2014 - 4 years ago
  • A: Hi Mckinley, Thank you for your inquiry regarding the Paulo Basic Desk. Please email us at targetsupport@toofurniture.com so we can work through the issue you are experiencing.

    submitted byToo Furniture Expert - 4 years ago
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Q: What are the measurements, i.e.: height, depth, width?

submitted by Jackson - 6 years ago
  • A: click on "show more" below the description

    submitted byrevelator - 6 years ago
  • A: Hi Jackson - What a chic, versatile desk! The dimensions are 30 inches H x 42 inches W x 20.000 inches D. Perfect for any room for work, crafts or decor. Thanks for stopping by! - Andrea

    submitted byAndrea - 6 years ago
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Q: Is the drawer a regular drawer or is it like a pull out tray where you can put your keyboard in?

submitted by Dars - 7 years ago
  • A: Hi Dars - I own this desk and yes this drawer is a regular drawer as Michael stated.

    submitted byNYYgirl - 7 years ago
  • A: Hi Dars - Thanks for the great question on this handsome desk. We've double checked, and the drawer is a regular drawer, not a keyboard drawer. Hope this helps. Have a great rest of your day. -Michael

    submitted byMichael - 7 years ago
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Q: Can you guys please provide the instalations instructions? Apparenly there were not included.

submitted by Instructions Please - 9 months ago
  • A: Hello - Please give us a call 800-316-6151 so we can further help assist you with obtaining the instructions. Hear from you soon!

    submitted byTazia - 9 months ago
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5 out of 5 stars
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Jess - 9 days ago
I’ve had this desk for over three years now! Still in great shape and sturdy. Lots of storage space in the drawer and I love the off white color. I’ve moved a lot and never even taken it apart during the moves. Still holds up perfect! I also remember it being easy to set up.
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Happy with purchase

4 out of 5 stars
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M Rod - 17 days ago
Love the cute look and I’ve had it for a few years now and it’s held up nicely; it looks just like new. My dislikes is that it is wobbly and the corners are sharp and dangerous but I put a clear rubber ( baby safety item ) to make sure no one would get hurt.
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Perfect for my 40 gallon terrarium

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If you’re looking for something long, but narrow enough to fit into a smaller space, you’ve found the right product! I searched long and far for something to hold my 40 gallon terrarium for my leopard geckos, but I needed something small enough to fit between the bed and the wall in my bedroom. This fit perfectly! It’s both small enough and big enough to incorporate my entire space comfortably! The drawer is perfect for all my smaller items that go along with my lizards as well. :))
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Espresso desk

5 out of 5 stars
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Wipers - 2 months ago
Have had this desk for two years and has been great. Very sturdy and works for my needs.
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ease of assembly: 5 out of 5
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Wouldn't recommend.

1 out of 5 stars
Would not recommend
Megan - 2 months ago, Verified purchaser
I really didn’t like the wobbly. It is not comfortable to use wobbly table. I wouldn’t recommend. Except the wobble everything was good. But wouldn’t recommend wobbly table.
value: 1 out of 5
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5 out of 5 stars
Would recommend
sarah - 2 months ago, Verified purchaser
The assembly was really easy! The desk is decent quality and great for the price
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ease of assembly: 5 out of 5
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Practical

4 out of 5 stars
Would recommend
MHY2 - 3 months ago
I purchased this desk at the beginning of the pandemic for my elementary age child. I know use it for remote work. It’s sturdy and cleans well.
design: 5 out of 5
value: 4 out of 5
ease of assembly: 5 out of 5
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Love it!

5 out of 5 stars
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Love it - 3 months ago
Very cite and easy to assemble
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Do not recommend. Desk fell apart within a few months, do not recommend. Harsh edges. Awful

1 out of 5 stars
Would not recommend
Lisa V - 4 months ago
Desk failed with a few months! Wood on edges is sharp and cuts you! Awful!
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Good quality and size

5 out of 5 stars
Would recommend
Rachel - 5 months ago
This desk has been with me for around five years, three moves, and a ton of use. I’ve used it almost daily. I open the drawer at least 20 times a day. I’ve had to tighten the nuts around three times, and that’s about it. The surface is scratched and stained from art, but it’s still a beautiful desk. I couldn’t recommend it more!
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Stands the test of time

5 out of 5 stars
Would recommend
Gina - 5 months ago
This desk has stood the test of time. I bought this in 2015 and still have it, it has been in 3 homes with me and after a few yrs and moving so much it became wobbly so I fixed it with some screw glue and good as new. Once i was asked if I was willing to give the desk away cuz it was so simple and that's what they were looking for i said nope! I paid $70 back then and it's still well worth the $130 price but use some screw glue and try not to move it around too much. I use it to build puzzles, for writing supply storage, and it got me through my undergrad and grad school. I love the open space up top and the fact that i could put my feet up underneath. So happy to see they started selling these again
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Great price!

5 out of 5 stars
Momof3 - 6 months ago, Verified purchaser
Perfect size for me! Easy to put together!
quality: 5 out of 5
value: 5 out of 5
ease of assembly: 5 out of 5
design: 5 out of 5
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Perfect simple desk

5 out of 5 stars
Would recommend
Erica - 6 months ago, Verified purchaser
I loved that the desk pretty much came assembled right out of the box .. just had to add the legs. Perfect desk for work or a makeup station ( which was for my daughter) drawer not as deep as I would like but she liked it . Good quality and fair price
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Cheaper than expected.

2 out of 5 stars
Would not recommend
Jade West - 6 months ago, Verified purchaser
I know you get what you pay for, but normally Threshold quality is good enough. The top and drawer are shipped together as one piece. The screws are super cheap and all sheared off. Luckily I had some small screws and was able to gently create new holes. I just didn't want to lug another big heavy bad purchase back to Target. I have a printer on this desk and it shakes way too much. Probably acceptable as a writing desk. The inside of the drawer peeled off with the safety sticker. Very disappointing purchase. Would not recommend.
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Alright but at least cute

4 out of 5 stars
Would recommend
Tiannamarie - 7 months ago
It’s cute a little wobbly but does good for work and holding computer. Wasn’t to bad at putting it together. But it is a bit wobbly which is like eh I just wouldn’t recommend putting to much weight on it as the wood just seems a tad cheap
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Great addition to home office

5 out of 5 stars
Emilyhope - 7 months ago
Easy to assemble. Perfect size for me, and I love the finish of the weathered white.
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Love my desk!

5 out of 5 stars
Would recommend
A - 7 months ago, Verified purchaser
I love it!! Perfect size for the my space.
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Perfect color and size!

5 out of 5 stars
Would recommend
Elsa - 7 months ago
It was the perfect color and size for what I wanted!
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Small but very functional!!!

5 out of 5 stars
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Awesome - 8 months ago, Verified purchaser
This was easy to assemble and is VERY sturdy! It fits in the space I put it and I can put both my printer and laptop on it. It has a drawer for pens and envelopes, etc.
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