After the paths of Ken Tomita and Joe Mansfield crossed by happy coincidence in Portland, Oregon, USA, a friendship was formed that soon blossomed into a business partnership. Creating phone cases made from natural materials, over the eight years of operation they have grown to produce everything from phone charging pads, lamps, speakers, monitor and laptop stands. We were lucky enough to get our hands on a FG Desk Laptop Stand. Available in either Walnut or Maple, it was instantly clear that this piece was way too beautiful to leave in the office so, like a hero, I stole rescued it and took it home.

This laptop stand is so pretty - even if you don’t own a laptop, you can display a pizza box on it and it will look sharp! Designed and assembled by Grovemade in Portland, OR, it is made from an American black walnut base, stainless steel stop, domestic vegetable tanned leather lining and natural cork feet. It has an angled design with the following dimensions: front width 18", rear width 20.5", front height 3.25", rear height 6", depth of 11.5", steel stop width 11", a 0.5" overall thickness and a laptop surface of 15" x 8.5". It doesn’t take up too much space on your desk and provides an unbeatably stable surface to work from. It is perhaps worth noting that it is non-adjustable, so there is only one angle to work from.

The Laptop Stand raised the laptop top up on the desk for a better view and more comfortable interaction, ergonomically cut for comfort and space underneath to stow away accessories or documents. The hand sanded, vegetable-based oil finish means it is so tactile and smooth you won’t be able to stop stroking it. It is compatible with all laptops and supports up to 200 pounds. The leather lining and cork feet prevent any unwanted scratches or scuffs, oh and bonus points for fully recyclable packaging! RRP $139.00

4.5 out of 5

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Pros

Beautiful

High quality materials and finish

Natural materials

Recyclable packaging

Comfortable angle

Cons

Non adjustable