Wood is good. It smells good, it feels good, it looks good. It’s just that sometimes, from a practical perspective, wood can be, well, a bit of a faff. In a desk that lives in hot, dry or humid conditions (i.e. pretty much any home or office), even the best real wood desk will warp and split and distort just a touch. We should know, we make the best real wood desk.
So we engineered a wooden desk that wouldn’t do any of those things. A wooden desk built to last. We built Endurance.
Crafting Endurance
The FRISKA Endurance Aspa desktop has MDF (medium density fibreboard) at its core. That’s what enables it to expand and contract without any lasting ill effects. There’s no warping. No splitting. No distorting.
Then, we cover the MDF core with a thick, real wood laminate in ash, oak or walnut. At 26mm in depth, slightly more than our other Ultimate desks, this is our chunkiest desktop, matching real beauty with heavy-duty heft.
Underneath, it’s an Aspa
Most of the desks you’ll have sat at during your life will have had four legs. Yet most of the standing desks you’ll have stood at only have two. Why is that? If you’d prefer a height adjustable four-legged desk withall the sturdiness, speed and silence you’d expect from FRISKA, discover the Aspa.
Choose from three beautiful frame finishes.
Load: Including desktop, maximum load is 100kg. That should be comfortably enough for most users (even the biggest, bulkiest monitor is rarely more than 10kg).
Speed: Dual motors mean swift and whisper-quiet operation. Even when lifting heavy loads, it’s among the smoothest raising and lowering you’ll find in any height adjustable desk.
Height range: Seated, the Endurance Aspa lowers to 680mm (measure to working surface). Standing, it raises to 1180mm.
Stability: No standing desk feels as solid as a FRISKA. And no FRISKA standing desk feels quite as solid as Endurance. Find out more about FRISKA’s uncompromising approach to stability.
Add to your order: You don’t want the sturdiest of desks to be let down by a feeble monitor arm. Add a FRISKA monitor arm to your order in the Choose Your Essentials panel above.
Control: Physical desktop front edge controls to raise or lower your Endurance Aspa or choose the Kubbe memory control switch which gives you ultimate control of your unique desk.
Safety: Every FRISKA sit stand desk includes overload protection and electronic cut-out collision detection. If the desk encounters an obstruction, it stops, keeping anyone or anything in the way safe.
Sustainable: The wood in every Endurance desktop is sourced from FSC-certified UK forests. Every Stockholm frame incorporates 30% recycled steel.
Samples
Want a sample or two of our Ultimate Endurance desktop finishes? Find them on ourdesktop finishes page.
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Testimonials
A brilliant unsponsored video below from Alex at Gear and Tech(https://www.youtube.com/c/AlexGearTech)showing how his old Fully Jarvis desk wobbles badly when in use, compared to his new FRISKA Stockholm desk.
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Jordan Platten(https://www.youtube.com/c/JordanPlatten)shows us around his office in the video below and shares his views on FRISKA, including our Stockholm height adjustable standing desk.
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Below is a testimonial from Jake Pursey of Pursey Productions (https://www.instagram.com/purseyproductions/). It features his own FRISKA Stockholm work from home desk which has a black frame and Anthracite Sherman Oak desktop with memory switch inlaid into the desktop. He also has a cable tray and cable port.
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In the video belowTom Pope(https://www.instagram.com/mrtompope/) takes us on a brief tour of his new garden office pod and FRISKA Stockholm standing desk and explains what he loves about his standing desk.
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Hear about Jonathan's story (https://mentorive.com/) in the video below, from sofa scruncher to height adjustable hero! Without the right desk set up, Jonathan was suffering from neck, shoulder, hip, and wrist pain along with reduced productivity. The FRISKA electric sit stand desk was a durable, quality, solution to his home office set up and increased productivity and posture related problems.
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Cable Port Positions
Back Left & Back Right is 110 mm in from the back and 140 mm in from the side to the centre of the cable port.
Back Centre is placed centrally, 110 mm in from the back edge of the desk to the centre of the cable port.
Back off-centre Left is 110 mm in from the back and 180 mm to the left of the desk centre to the centre of the cable port.
Back off-centre Right is 110 mm in from the back and 180 mm to the right of the desk centre to the centre of the cable port.
Custom - Please advise us if you would like one or more customer positions on your desk by typing your precise dimensional requirements into the ‘Special instructions’ box below the products selected in your shopping cart. If you need any clarification or would like to chat it through with us first, please call on0330 133 1937, alternatively you can email a sketch through to us at sales@friskadesk.com
There may be a lead time on custom cable ports of 2-3 days.
Any questions? Please reach out to us on our UK Hotline0330 133 1937orsales@friskadesk.com
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Specifications
Endurance Aspa Specification table
Made in Sweden
Dual Motors (100% Swedish made)
Desktop composition: MDF core encased in real wood laminate
Speed: 32 mm per second
Frame composition: 30% recycled steel
Noise: 42 dBA
Compliance:
Collision and Overload Protection
Machine Directive 2006/42/EC
Minimum Height 655 mm ( +/- 5 mm) to the desk underside
EMC Directive 2014/30EU
Minimum Height 680 mm ( +/- 5 mm) to the desk working surface
Low voltage directive 2014/35/EC
Maximum Height 1180 mm to the desk working surface
REACH
Maximum Loading Weight 100 Kg including worktop
WEEE
Frame depth 795mm
RoHS 3 2015/863
Leg profile 50 mm square
EN 527-1:2011 Type A, EN 527-2:2016
Frame weight 36Kg
ISO 21016
Desktop weight 20-25Kg
Input voltage 230v (nominal)
FSC Certificated (Tops)
EU plug added for EU shipments
Desktop Care
This is a natural product and it will stay looking its best and last longer when you give it just a little TLC. Please don’t use household cleaners or anti-bac wipes—they’re too harsh. Instead, clean the desktop regularly using a cloth dampened in mildly soapy, warm water. Dry immediately afterwards with a separate dry cloth.
Clean spills immediately to avoid them discolouring the desk or causing it to warp.
A natural wood desktop will dent if you knock it. Spills such as ink may stain. If you’d prefer a desktop that won’t dent, scratch, stain or warp no matter how much you (literally) throw at it, please choose either aFRISKA Ultimate – Privilege,or any of ourstandard FRISKA standing desks(not that there’s anything ‘standard’ about them).
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Delivery Options
UK Delivery
We ship every FRISKA desk to the UK mainland for free (exc. Highlands and subject to stock availability). We’ll despatch your FRISKA Endurance standing desk within 2-3 days of receiving your order.
Once despatched, delivery to most of the mainland UK takes 24 hours. Highlands will take a little longer.
We despatch every FRISKA Endurance sit/stand desk within 2-3 days of receipt of order, subject to stock availability. We’ll even attach an EU-appropriate plug too (for free).
Then, select the appropriate shipping choice at checkout.
Please note: As the Aspa frame is so heavy as a single item we always ship via pallet, this does however mean that for all deliveries outside of the UK the shipping cost will be substantially greater than the standard rates advertised at checkout. Please check actual cost with us prior to ordering, or we will advise the additional delivery charge after you have placed your order and prior to shipping.
Installation
Ask for installation by FRISKA and the people arriving at your door will be far more than delivery drivers with screwdrivers. FRISKA engineers are standing desk specialists. In addition to delivering, unboxing and putting your Endurance desk together, they’ll also ensure every detail of your desk and cable tray is in perfect working order before they leave. They’ll remove all packaging too.
Installation is only available on the UK mainland
We’ll give you a date and approximate time for installation (am or pm) a few days after we receive your order. Have a specific date in mind? There’s no harm in asking, although we can’t promise anything
Installation includes desk and cable tray (but if you ask nicely and the engineers have time, they’ll do their best to sort any other accessories too)
Our engineers will bring your desk with them, but they’ll need a clear area in which to work and assemble it.
We can’t guarantee to remove old equipment, but if there’s room on the van and you bribe us with tea and biscuits we’ll do our best
Once booked, please give us at least 48 hours’ notice of any change, otherwise you may still be charged for a missed appointment
Yes, there are discounts when you install 10 desks or more. Please get in touch at sales@friskadesk.com
Installation prices vary. For yours, select installation in the Choose Your Essentials panel above
When your delivery arrives
We deliver to your door. For insurance reasons, unless your desk is being installed, we can't bring it inside. You might want to make sure you have someone to help you take delivery of your FRISKA Endurance standing desk.
Important:
Your order will be delivered on a pallet. We do this to minimise the risk of damage. Your pallet will include several boxes wrapped in plastic. Tear open the plastic to remove your parcels, then recycle the pallet. You may find an unwrapped desktop used as the base of your pallet. This will be a second (usually with a damaged corner or similar). Please don’t refuse delivery at first glance! Your desktop is safely wrapped up inside.
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Guarantee
How long is my FRISKA Endurance Aspa desk guaranteed for?
Every FRISKA Endurance has a full, no-quibble 5-year guarantee on the desktop. The frame is guaranteed for 10 years.
What does the guarantee cover?
Manufacturer faults in any part of the desk and frame, as long as the desk has been used normally and for its intended purposes (i.e. as a sit/stand desk).
FRISKA guarantees stay with the original purchaser and aren’t transferable.
What happens if I have a problem with my standing desk?
We’ll get it sorted, simply. Here’s how:
Get in touch. You’d be amazed how often we can resolve issues over the phone. Often all it takes is a reboot of the control panel or (and we really aren’t making this up) switching your desk on at the wall.
Problem still not solved? We might ask you to send us a quick video so we can see what the issue is (that’s always a big help). Then we’ll send you a replacement part which will usually be with you in a day or two. Our standing desks are designed to be really easy to fix, so switching parts should be simple. We’ll collect the faulty component when you’re ready
If we installed your desk and the issue is more than a simple switch-out of a part, we’ll come and fix it for you.
The really important bit: we’ll never leave you hanging. If a fix doesn’t work, we’ll find a way to sort it. If, ultimately, that means sending you a whole new desk, we’ll do that too.
What do I need to get my desk fixed?
Just proof of purchase – order number or your details will be fine.
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Assembly Instructions
What tools will I need to assemble my FRISKA Ultimate desk?
We provide you with the necessary Allen keys for the frame fixings, you will also need an electric screwdriver with a PZ2 bit for the frame-to-desktop screws, a tape measure and you might also find a softheaded mallet useful.
Are FRISKA Ultimate desks easy to assemble?
Yes, providing you have a good knowledge of DIY know-how to build it, as no predrilled holes are provided in the desktop, which means that you will have to centre the top onto the frame and fix the two together using the woodscrews we provide. You’ll find the instructions and operating manual genuinely helpful too.
If you have any concerns about building your FRISKA Ultimate desk, please select the installation option in the option box above and we'll do it all for you.
Click on the desk image below to download the Aspa assembly instructions or the cable tray image to download the cable management tray assembly instructions.
Assembly Videos
In the video below you'll find a quick guide to assembling a FRISKA Aspa desk. Please note, it’s only a guide—installation details may differ depending on the products you choose and as we make updates and improvements.
Always refer to your instruction booklet when assembling as that will contain up to date details which may not be in these videos.
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Stockholm cable management tray assembly (2022 models onwards)
Installing a cable tray in 2022 or later? The video below updates the information in the video above.
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FAQs
What is our guarantee?
Our guarantee is for 10 years, includes the motors and all electrical parts and is backed up by our in-house UK engineer team. Our guarantee is backed up by over 35 years of experience of manufacturing in Sweden.
Where are FRISKA desks made?
The frames, all electrical controls and motors are manufactured in Sweden, and the desktops are UK sourced and finished in our UK factory.
If I order today, when will I get my order?
We ship all orders received before 2 pm the same day for delivery the following working day. All orders placed over the weekend will be shipped out on Monday for delivery Tuesday and orders placed before 2 pm on Friday will be shipped for delivery Monday. This is subject to stock availability which is normally excellent. A notification will be sent to you when your order has been collected by our carrier partner.
How stable are the desks at height?
The Aspa is one of the most stable sit-stand desks available in the market today and whilst they can be made to move a fraction when at full height if you push to wobble it, this is not noticeable during normal use. Please check out our reviews from delighted customers for testimony of this fact -https://friskadesk.com/pages/reviewsand view this YouTube video which compares our desks to a competitor’s desk.
It’s also worth bearing in mind that cheap imported standing desks often have massive stability problems due to poor design and cheap materials.
What motors do you use?
The motors we use in the desks are 100% made in Sweden for us and covered by our 10-year guarantee. The exception to this is with the Aspa where we use Linak motors, due to the constrictions of the configuration and the lower production volume of this model.
What electrical controls do you use?
All of the electrical controls are made in Sweden, this includes everything from the switches to the control boxes. These are the best quality electrical controls for furniture available today and we have no hesitation in including all the electrics in our comprehensive 10-year guarantee.
Can you make any size desktop?
We can make almost any size desktop, please emailsales@friskadesk.com with the size you require, and we will do our best to help you achieve your ideal. All custom desktops are on a 3-4-week lead time and there may be a small price premium.
Do I have to cut the cable ports myself?
No, the cable ports are precisely cut out by CNC machine in our factory, and they come with neat plastic circular covers in a choice of three different colours. We provide a choice of five different positions for the cable ports on the desktop as standard and you can also specify a custom position if these are not where you want (lead time of 2-3 days applies to this). If you choose the custom option, be sure to emailsales@friskadesk.com explaining exactly where you want the holes and include your order number for identification. Click this link to go straight to the page: https://friskadesk.com/collections/desk-cable-management/products/kloven-cable-ports-1
What is the lowest and highest height the desks can achieve?
The Aspa has a minimum height of 655 mm to the underside of the desktop, (680 mm to the top side). This is one of the lowest positions that any desk on the market can go to right now. The maximum height that the Aspa extends to is 1180 mm, which is high enough for anyone up to around 2 m (6'8") in height.
Can I use my own desktop?
We supply standing desk frames only, without tops, which allow you to use your own desktop, these come complete with all the electrics needed for the desk to operate including the up/down switch and all the fixings, all you need to provide is a desktop. Click the link to view the range: https://friskadesk.com/collections/height-adjustable-desks-frames-only
Do you give discounts?
For commercial orders we can discount for quantity, generally on orders of 10 units or more, please contact us with your requirement on sales@friskadesk.comand we’ll do our best to meet your budget.
Your desks are too high for my budget, can you help?
We’re very sympathetic with anyone on a limited budget we may be able to help you on that as we offer the option of paying with Klarna(operated by KlarnaBank AB, Stockholm, click the Klarna name for more info), which you may well have heard of, or even used but if you haven’t come across this amazing facility before, it gives you the ability to spread your purchase over 3 months at no extra cost to yourself, enabling you to get the product and specification you really want.
Other suppliers have desks much cheaper than FRISKA desk, why is this?
As our desks are wholly manufactured in Europe, we don’t aim to compete against low-cost Chinese imports on price alone, and any desk significantly lower pricedwillbe a cheap Chinese import. Please do consider that cheap importsdo notcomplywith EU/UK regulations,lack stabilityat height and the guarantees for the electrical parts of the desk are often only for 2 years.
As allFRISKAdesk frames and motors are made to precision high-quality standards in Sweden with the desktops being made in the UK, we are able to cover them with a market-leading 10-year no-nonsense guarantee. This is backed up with our in-house engineer service help.
Can I set minimum and maximum heights?
With both the standard up/down and memory switches a minimum and maximum height can be set that is completely independent of any memory settings. Simply lower the desk to the desired position, press and hold both the “up” and “down” buttons together for about 10 seconds, until an audible click is heard. The lowest position possible has now been set. This feature is included to protect any fixtures or furniture beneath the desk against accidental damage. Having set a minimum height, a maximum height position can also be set if required by using the same method, this is useful for obstacles like bookshelves or windowsills etc. To reset the desk from these minimum and maximum limits, lower (or higher) the desk until the limit has been reached, press and hold both the “up” and “down” buttons together for at least 10 seconds, until an audible click is heard. The limit has now been removed and the desk can be operated normally.
What safety features do your controls have?
Our desks comply with CE marking andallEuropean directives for machinery, one of these safety directives we adhere to is that you have to be in physical contact with the operational switch in order for the desk to move. Cheap Chinese imports often have the feature of a 'one touch' switch, enabling you to press the switch once and leave the desk to move to your pre-set position, this is specifically not approved by EU/UK law and could potentially result in injury, especially to pets and children.
The anti-collision sensor operates in both the up and down direction and is actually an overload sensor, so when the desktop hits something solid, the sensor in the control box trips the current immediately. This is the standard 'anti-collision' device found on the majority of electric height adjustable desks and is really a safety cut-out on collision, rather than collision avoidance. A more sensitive collision sensor can be added as an optional extra for your peace of mind.
What other safety features are present to protect the desk controls?
The main control box has a number of clever protection devices within it, mainly to protect the electronics from 'dirty' electricity, voltage spikes, surges and harmonic distortion. Although the safety cut out rarely triggers, when it does, it will partially shut the desk down for safety. A symptom of this is that you will hear a click from the control box when switching the power to the desk on and be able to move the desk down but get no response when the up button is pressed.
To reset the desk when it is in safety shut down state, ensure the space under the desk is totally clear, press the down button until the lowest point is reached, release your finger from the button and then press the down button again for at least 10 seconds, until you hear a click and see the whole desk jig down and up a small amount. This has now reset and you're good to go. You can see a reset video here -https://friskadesk.com/pages/how-to-1
What are the desktops made of?
The standard desktops are 25 mm thick melamine faced chipboard (MFC), manufactured in UK from sustainable source wood and have a scratch-resistant anti-microbial melamine covering with various finish options: https://friskadesk.com/collections/desk-and-tabletop-finishesWe manufacture the desktops using our own CNC machines, so we can ship the same day from within the UK.
We pre-drill holes in the fixing pattern of the frame and insert metal screw anchors to make for a rock-solid fixing between the frame and desktop, helping to minimise any tendency to wobble. We can also drill cable port holes precisely in the position you choose from the product page -https://friskadesk.com/collections/desk-cable-management/products/kloven-cable-ports-1
Do you have any support for self-assembly?
We send a link to PDF instructions when your order is shipped and have some great assembly videos on the website that you will find extremely helpful to watch prior to starting your install -https://friskadesk.com/pages/how-to-1- we also offer expert phone support from our technical department if required.
What tools do I need to build my desk?
The tools needed to build any FRISKAdesk is a 4 mm and 5 mm hex head Allen key, which we supply with the desks and possibly a mallet (with non-metallic head) which we don’t supply with the desks.
For the Aspa you will also need a No. 2 Posidrive screwdriver, and we recommend the use of an electric screwdriver.
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