Frequently Asked Questions

WHAT EDGE PROFILES ARE AVAILABLE?

Follow this link for our edge profiles page: https://www.hardwooddesktops.com/edge-profiles/

HOW DO I CLEAN AND MAINTAIN MY DESK TOP?

Here's our Cleaning and Maintenance page: https://www.hardwooddesktops.com/cleaning-and-care-instructions/

HOW DO I INSTALL MY DESK TOP?

See our installation guide here: https://www.hardwooddesktops.com/installation-guide/

WHAT ARE THE FINISH OPTIONS?

Here's a detailed description of our finish options: https://www.hardwooddesktops.com/finish-options/

HOW WILL MY DESK TOP BE SHIPPED?

Visit our Shipping page here to read abut shipping methods: https://www.hardwooddesktops.com/shipping-returns/

IS THIS SOLID WOOD?

Yes, this is solid wood. We only use solid hardwoods to construct our desk tops. All of our desk tops are built from planks of solid hardwood only. There are no veneers or composite materials such as mdf, plywood, etc. used in our desk tops. 

OVERHANG: HOW MUCH OVERHANG SHOULD I HAVE RELATIVE TO MY DESK FRAME?

We recommend a maximum unsupported overhang of 4" for all desk tops.

QUOTE: CAN I GET AN INSTANT QUOTE ON YOUR WEBSITE?

Yes, if your desk top is a standard rectangle, it's easy to get a quote on our website. Here are step-by-step instructions:

1. Click the "Hardwood Desk Tops" tab.
2. Choose your wood type by clicking on your selected desk top.
3. Enter your desired thickness, width (typically the smaller dimension) and length (typically the larger dimension).
4. Select your desired edge and finish options.
5. Scroll to the top of the page and your quote has been automatically calculated.

If your desk top is not a standard rectangle, please contact us now using the "Custom Orders" link at the top of the page. We respond quickly. 

SHIPPING: HOW DO I GET A SHIPPING QUOTE?

It's easy to get a customized shipping quote without entering any of your personal information. Here's the step-by-step process:

1. Once you've obtained a custom quote from the steps above, click "add to cart."
2. Close the popup window.
3. Scroll to the top of the page and click on the shopping bag image on the top right.
4. Click "Estimate Shipping and Tax."
5. Enter your state and zip code, then click "Estimate Shipping and Tax" again.
6. Your shipping options will appear below.

LOCAL: I'M A LOCAL CUSTOMER. CAN I PICK UP MY DESK TOP TO SAVE ON SHIPPING?

Absolutely. We'll be happy to schedule a pickup time with you upon completion. If you choose to place your order on our website, just enter your shipping details at checkout and choose the "$0 - Pick up in Englewood, CO" option from the shipping quotes provided. 

TURNAROUND TIME : HOW LONG WILL MY DESK TOP TAKE TO MAKE?

We ship your custom desk top 20-25 business days after you've placed your order.

SUSTAINABILITY: WHICH WOODS ARE SUSTAINABLY SOURCED?

We deal only with sustainably sourced woods. This topic runs deep, so here is more information:
Sustainable Logging And The Lacey Act Amendment For Trees (opens in a new tab)