Modern Office Desks for Tight Spaces

For people with small offices in bedrooms, apartments, buildings, and dorm rooms, trying to get work done can be a huge ordeal. Whether you're trying to write an essay, work on a project, or just surf the web, tight spaces are well known for making everything a lot more difficult. Many people feel like they might have to knock out a wall just to get things done. Not so! While large office desks can support a lot more stuff, small office desks are often just as good. If you're office is cramped on space, checking out a few of these space-efficient desks may be your answer!

First on our list of space-efficient desks is a desk that manages to maintain the perfect balance of conventional necessity and small stature for those who need it. The Eastwinds Home Computer Desk by Mayline is a spectacular desk for both home and office use because of its sophisticated modern style and compact frame. You even get to pick from two stylish finish options to better match existing decor! Choosing desks like this from stylish computer desks for sale is always a great move for people with small office spaces. These small contemporary office desks can fit easily into corners or against walls to leave the rest of the room free for other things. With this desk and other's like it, you will never lack for function or style!

But say you need something even more fancy. Sometimes, desks like the one above, while beautiful,  just can't cut it for business executives. People with lots of prestige in their field often need a desk to reflect that, but being caught in a tight space can sometimes take a bite out of your dreams. Or... at least that's been the case in the past. The good news for all those small office executives out there is that the modern age had brought with it some modern executive desks to go with it. For bigwigs short on square footage, cool modern office desks like the Verde Modern Table Desk by Cherryman  or the Stella Small Veneer Desk by Mayline are the perfect answers! These smallish executive desks support tons of charisma in a much more space-friendly package!

What do you do when you have too many desks though? Sometimes a very common problem in many workplaces stems from the fact that there are simply so many individuals each with their own desk. Well, we can promise you that there is a simple solution to this matter. Often, the best way to solve the problem of too many small office desks is to just get one big one! That's right, modular multi user workstations a few awesome cubicles can save a ton of space. By grouping all the stations into little islands, you create a scenario where multiple individuals can work comfortably in a compact space. Units like the OFM Rize Single Cubicle Workstation can be added together for efficient use of space and they can be removed and stowed away according fluctuating business activity. Other units like the Mayline e5 Cubicle Workstation Configuration also make clever use of workspace by grouping four individual desks into a single modular unit. All of these modular workstations are easy to power and support, just make sure your co-workers get along before you get one!

Don't worry, we didn't forget about you college kids! Actually, as a matter of fact, the same desks that are perfect for dorm rooms are also amazing fits for apartments and bedrooms for those who wish to keep workspaces close by. Desks like the Eastwinds Adjustable Sit or Standing Desk are wonderful ways to get work done efficiently because they can even be organized so that you can work at the desk standing up. These desks in particular are especially favored by schools and doctor's offices for this very reason. Another great option includes the E-Series Varitask Ergonomic Desk by Mayline for anyone who needs a small place to surf the web from. Any of Mayline's Veritask desks are compact and stylishly designed so that they fit easily into corners to save room. In the world of versatile office furniture, the category of affordable student desks has seen a huge spike in popularity. Make sure you don't miss out on the opportunity!

Finally, we leave you with the creme de la cool from the world of sleek glass office desks for sale! No matter where you work or what your situation, the Jameson LS Work Center by Calico Designs will certainly lift your spirits. This relatively small glass office desk is made to brighten up the corners of a room, effectively taking everyone's eyes off of a room's lack of space by staying out of the way of everything. With the addition of unique corner office desks like this, you will always have room to spare, and the see-through glass tops remain unintrusive to the eyes so a room always looks clean and bare, no matter the size! With this desk and other like it from amazing brands like Mayline Furniture and Global Total Office, your biggest challenge will be finding ergonomic office chairs cool enough to match its incredible style!

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Versatile Office Storage Products for Home and Business Use

Keeping an office orderly and free of clutter can be a big enough task even when a room is spacious, but when you're caught in close quarters, it can be an enormous problem. Because so many businesses require the keeping of important hard-copy records, often for long periods of time, things like files, books, directories, and papers can build up fast with no place to go. Fortunately, office furniture manufacturers have seen this, and have worked their magic to bring you some great space saving storage devices that will clear up your office in a flash!

Storage Cabinets

The tough part about having an office (and trying to keep things clean) is that, a lot of times, we have to keep things around even if we may not exactly use them all the time. Things like three-hole punches, computer software, directories, books, binders, and old hard-copy files you deleted from your computer but still have to hold on to are probably not used too much, but without a place to go, they can stack up to make some tall pillars in a workplace. Sound familiar? Don't worry. If it does, there's a great solution. Adding one or two stylish storage cabinets can usually solve all these problems just by giving a place to things without a place and the best part is that they come in all sorts of shapes and sizes to meet your needs. Whether you need something small and square like the OFM Executive Wall Cabinet Credenza, or something tall and thin like the Mayline Brighton Glass Display Cabinet, adding one or two of these beautiful cabinets can always clear up the clutter with style!

Shelving

In offices where square footage can be measured more accurately in inches than feet, people usually figure out really quick that building up is the most efficient way to get the most out of the lack of space. Unfortunately, its easy to find oneself building the columns of the Parthenon out of purchase orders and old company records that can't be tossed out. Few realize that there is an even better way to give yourself a little more leg room without sacrificing the important stuff; this secret way is called "shelving". Adding office shelving above your office desks is a spectacular storage alternative for places that may not have the floor space for wall cabinets and credenzas because it doesn't take up any room. By keeping things on the walls, the floor is freed up for the people and cool office chairs that have to use it, not the stuff that can't. And if you'd rather not alter the walls, assembling a shelving configuration to fit inside a small adds a lot more surface areas for things to rest should you need it.

Bookcases

Got a lot of books lying around? You're not the only one. All over the world there are tons of writers and readers that are probably wondering if they should turn their ergonomic workstations into libraries instead, and with all the books they've got, they probably could. Books are extremely useful to many businesses, but whether you keep them around for advice when a computer's on the fritz or just to chill out and enjoy a good story while you eat lunch, books can make for some clunky clutter. If you've got more books than you know what to do with, shelving may not always be the best option. While it does save you on square footage, sometimes setting up good bookcases can save you a lot more space (not to mention walls). Bookcases come in all sorts of shapes and sizes, so there is bound to be one that will fit every office. If you're looking for something for a sleek stylish office, metal bookcases have got the look for you, and if your office is an active one, modern bookcases usually have wheels so they can be rolled into closets while corner bookcases sit out of the way. Whatever you choose, a good bookcase is sure to save you room and gloom when you need a good book to liven up the lunch hour!

Carts

Perhaps one of the most overlooked ways to keep things out of the way in an office is through the use of mobile carts. Adding office carts to your workplace may be one of the best business decisions you ever make for a bunch of reasons. Not only do these babies clear up space, but they can hold just about anything, from files, to food, to printers, papers, and much more, and they can go just about anywhere. These versatile office carts are fantastic storage options that hold a ton with out taking up a ton of room. Wonderful in offices and schools alike, they make amazing printer stands as well as sturdy file trucks with locking capabilities, utility carts for things like staplers and tape dispensers, and even AV and TV carts for meetings and presentations.

File Cabinets

Many businesses that require the keeping of old papers and files as part of hard copy records can get into a big mess if they don't have quality office storage products to keep them in check. Fortunately, file cabinets have been around for quite a while now, but how do you know which ones to get. For offices, believe it or not, both lateral file cabinets and vertical file cabinets can come in all shapes and sizes, so its important to know what you want out of one and where you'd like it to go in your office before you get one. But file cabinets aren't just great for offices. If you're an artist or architect, you don't have to throw out your old work because its in the way of your new stuff. Just adding a few flat file cabinets to your studio or next to your professional drafting tables can allow you to keep your work neat and out of the way.

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Ergonomics and You - The Benefits of Ergonomic Furniture in the Workplace

The purchase of office furniture is an important business investment for any company. Knowing the benefits of the furniture you're purchasing is absolutely essential. For these reasons, we will discuss the benefits of new ergonomic furniture in the workplace and how to improve your day to day efficiency through the utilization of current ergo products.

In a nut shell, ergonomics is the applied science of equipment design with the intention of maximizing productivity by reducing operator fatigue and discomfort. Ergonomic products range from height adjustable tables, workstations, and modern office chairs to much less expensive items like ergonomic monitor arms, articulating keyboard trays, and footrests. Regardless of what products you choose to utilize in your workplace, it's important to know the benefits of each and how to operate them properly. Simply buying every ergo product on the market won't make you an efficient employee. However, taking the time to understand the benefits of each product and how to make them work for you will!

To first understand the benefits of ergonomic furniture you must first understand your body and the areas needing the most support. Commonly, these areas include the eyes, back, wrists, and feet. As these areas are commonly the most fatigued during the work day, it's no wonder why so many fantastic ergonomic products have been created to provide relief to these areas. One great tip to consider is to meet with you physician for a check up. Most doctors are ergonomic gurus who will gladly share with you products they are currently utilizing while explaining the benefits they have personally received from said items.

Taking your research one step further, it's important to consider the layout of your workspace. Working with designer might enhance the look of your office but devalue the efficiency you are able to achieve with your space. It's vital to outfit your space in the best way possible to maximize your working potential. An excellent point to consider is how many times you currently have to get up during the day for simple tasks like printing and filing. If it's more than 5 or 6 times per day you are currently working in non-ergo workspace. This being the case, you might consider looking into re designing your office, even if it's with your current furniture.

If you determine that an office makeover is necessary, several quality ergonomic furniture resources are available at your disposal. Manufacturers like ESI Ergonomic Solutions, Symmetry, Systematix, Ergonomic Concepts, and Mayline provide excellent solutions to name a few. Additionally, you will want to know which of these manufacturers product lines are most commonly used in ergonomic work spaces. These lines and collections include VariTask tables by Mayline, ergonomic workstations by ESI, Symmetry monitor arms, and Systematix keyboard trays. As for affordable ergonomic seating manufacturers there are just too many to list. Our favorite however, is Global Total Office!

So, you've designed your office with ergonomics in mind. What benefits should you expect? If properly outfitted out you should have all the essentials at your finger tips. Your CPU, printer, articulating keyboard tray, and computer monitor will all be ergo-fied. Your desk is more than likely height adjustable and features a boomerang type shape. You are enjoying a properly lit office, adequate office storage products, and a fully functional office chair designed with you back type in mind.

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