How to Reduce Wobble After Assembly (Tightening Sequence)
Some wobble in a standing desk is normal at full extension — all telescoping leg desks have some lateral flex at maximum height. Excessive wobble, however, usually means loose hardware. Here's how to diagnose and fix it.
Normal vs Excessive Wobble
1. Normal wobble
Expected
Slight lateral flex at maximum height when you press the desk surface. Decreases significantly when lowered. Does not affect stability for normal desktop use.
2. Excessive wobble
Fix needed
Wobble noticeable even at sitting height. Rocking motion when typing. Clunking sounds when moving. Visible gap in bracket joints. These indicate loose fasteners.
Tightening Sequence
Follow this order — tightening from the frame outward, not the top down — for the best result:
1. Lower the desk to sitting height first
Don't tighten at full extension — the legs are under tension. Work at a mid or low height for better access and more accurate tightening.
2. Tighten leg-to-crossbeam bolts
These are the main structural joint. Use the included Allen key. Tighten firmly — but stop if you feel the bolt resistance change suddenly (over-tightened).
3. Check crossbeam width adjustment screws
If the crossbeam has a width adjustment, confirm its locking screws are fully tightened. A loosely locked crossbeam is a common wobble source.
4. Tighten tabletop mounting screws
Check each tabletop screw from underneath. These can back out slightly after the first few weeks of use. Snug them down.
5. Adjust levelling feet
If the desk rocks front-to-back (not just side-to-side), a levelling foot may be off the floor. Adjust each foot until all four are in firm contact with the floor.
💡 Still wobbling after tightening? Place both hands on the desk at sitting height and try to reproduce the wobble. If it persists despite all fasteners being tight, contact support — there may be a structural component issue.