Designer tips for choosing a table
General recommendations:
- When choosing, they are primarily guided by the requirements and age of the person who will use this design, for example, if larger-scale work is planned, then preference should be given to wide and spacious countertops.
- For small rooms that require additional storage space, models equipped with numerous drawers, shelves, and more are suitable.
- You should also take into account the interior features and the size of the room; for example, it is not advisable to place too bulky writing products in a small room.
How to sit at a computer desk correctly
His performance and well-being depend on how correctly a person sits at the computer.
- The spine should be straight, with slight emphasis on the back of the chair.
- The feet are completely pressed to the floor, and an angle of 90-100° is formed between the thigh and lower leg.
- The light source is installed in such a way as to avoid glare on the monitor screen.
- It is recommended to place the keyboard opposite you. While typing, your shoulders are relaxed and your wrists are supported. The mouse is located in close proximity to the keyboard.
- The height of the monitor is adjusted so that its upper edge is 5-7 cm above eye level, and the distance from the eyes to the center of the screen is at least 50 cm. This will allow you to get a viewing angle of 30°.
- The front cut of the table top with a beveled edge will make it possible to position your elbows more comfortably.
- If the model is equipped with wheels, it is important to secure their position with a stopper to avoid unplanned movement.
- The height of the table depends on the height of the user; for children it is better to choose a model with adjustment according to this parameter.
- A tabletop that is too narrow will make it difficult to organize your workspace; the recommended depth is in the range from 50 to 80 cm.
- The length of the table depends on the purpose. If you plan to use it not only for working at the computer, then you should choose a larger model.
No matter how comfortable your body position is, it is recommended to do a short warm-up every hour for 3-5 minutes. Walk around your home or office to rest your eyes, restore blood circulation, and restore mobility to your muscles and joints.
First of all, a computer desk is designed for certain actions.
However, it is important to ensure the correct position of the human body and comfortable working conditions. When purchasing, you should pay attention to color, design, material, so that this piece of furniture fits harmoniously into the overall design of the room.
Types of desks
There are several varieties.
Suspension
These models have practically no drawbacks and always become a worthy solution, for example, for a small room in a one-room apartment.
Built into furniture
A desk built into a spacious closet allows you to eliminate the purchase of unnecessary furniture and save space. The design combined with a bed is particularly comfortable and provides two functional places for working and sleeping.
The photo shows a small desk built into a wooden cabinet in the nursery interior.
Window sill table
Makes the area near the window a real full-fledged workplace with natural light.
Retractable
Thanks to such a modern design solution, it is possible to optimize the internal space and get rid of the problem of lack of space in the room.
Transformer
It can differ in a variety of design options and be equipped with various parts, which when assembled give the transforming table a compact appearance, and when disassembled, increase it several times.
Material for making a table
Children's tables for schoolchildren are made of durable, safe materials. When purchasing particle boards, it is necessary to take into account the level of formaldehyde emission into the air, which should not exceed 8 mg.
Chipboard and fiberboard are made by pressing wood chips and fibers. They are glued together into a single monolith with phenol-formaldehyde glue. To prevent dangerous concentrations of resins in a child’s room, it is necessary to buy blanks that meet the European standard E1 and use side decor in the form of a tape during installation. It covers open areas of the slab and prevents resin from entering the room.Wooden board is expensive, but safe material. It does not emit harmful substances, has high ergonomic properties, a pleasant surface and beautiful texture. The material is easy to process, the products are strong and durable.
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MDF is made from fine wood chips. It is pressed under pressure and bound into a monolith using the lignin contained in the wood. Glue is added in small safe quantities. Ideal for making children's furniture.
Hazardous materials, such as glass, should be avoided in the children's room, even in decoration. The fragile material is resistant to shocks and scratches and is cold to the touch.
Plastic is an affordable type for making countertops, shelves and drawer elements.
Types of materials
Writing models are made from a wide variety of materials:
- Glass. It has a light and airy design and does not visually burden the space. For countertops, the most commonly chosen design is tempered glass with a special film.
- Wood. Structures made from natural solid cherry, beech, pine, oak or walnut are environmentally friendly, durable and elegant. Also, more simplified materials are used for manufacturing, such as laminated plywood, chipboard, MDF or veneer.
- Metal. These durable and reliable iron products will last for quite a long time, while maintaining a presentable appearance and giving the furnishings a metallic sheen.
- Plastic. The model made of matte or glossy plastic is very light, practical and comes in a variety of colors.
- Combined. By combining different materials, you can get desks with a beautiful decorative look.
The photo shows a white plastic desk in the interior of a nursery for a girl.
How to choose the right desk – from what material?
The material means your status. If prestige is important, the model must be made of natural wood, but not MDF/chipboard, which are suitable in the price category for tables for schoolchildren.
The final cost of the product, as well as its durability and other nuances, depend on what the material is.
Since chipboard has the lowest price, the material is the most popular. But, it cannot be classified as durable, since it will wear out quickly, and after some time it will most likely begin to release formaldehyde compounds that negatively affect human health. That is why it is recommended to choose such table options only if the most important thing for you is a budget option.
In fact, MDF is also pressed wood, a little more expensive than chipboard, but safer and does not emit harmful compounds for our health. Such products look much neater, and in terms of cost they are an excellent analogue to wood.
Wood is a very durable and safe material. It is perfectly processed in modern production facilities, and it looks very attractive. Prestigious products are made from solid oak, mahogany, rosewood and others. Of course, such furniture options are also very expensive.
Very light and inexpensive plastic will last a short time. When choosing products made from such material, it is recommended to check the relevant quality certificates, since there is a risk of buying a product that will not only cause a headache, but also cause poisoning of the entire body.
The glass used for countertops looks non-standard, original, and stylish. If you handle it correctly and carefully, it will last quite a long time.
Metal surfaces are perfect for those who are sophisticated buyers, as well as if the interior of the home/office allows it. For their production, wrought iron is used.
Table design options
The most popular design options.
With drawers
It will be an excellent solution for decorating a nursery for a schoolchild, a room for a student or a home office. Thanks to the retractable drawers, you can store the most necessary things and objects for work at hand.
With shelves
Wall shelves are a fairly light, non-burdensome structure that can have absolutely any arrangement and quantity.
For two children
An elongated two-seater model with the same type of work areas, complemented by elements in the form of drawers or shelves, makes it possible to combine a desk and an area with a computer and is very convenient, for example, for twins.
With a pencil case
By using a pencil case with drawers and shelves, it turns out that you can not only create additional storage space, but also significantly expand the functionality of this piece of furniture.
With add-on
A convenient and compact add-on with built-in small shelves allows you to give the structure a more advanced design and provide space for placing necessary accessories or books.
The photo shows a children's room with a small desk equipped with an extension.
Antique
Due to the aging effect, the products acquire an antique appearance, carrying the spirit of a historical era and attracting with its reliability and warmth.
With nightstand
The cabinet is considered a very convenient furniture addition, which is perfect for storing papers, books or office supplies. Also, bedside tables can be equipped with key-locked compartments or even be a mini-safe.
With cloth
The cloth covering is pleasant to the touch, comes in a variety of colors, such as blue, burgundy, dark green or marsh, and goes well with a tabletop made of expensive wood.
With leather table top
Both natural leather and its artificial analogues are used for decoration. A tabletop with a leather insert becomes an outstanding interior accent and adds a special sophistication to the atmosphere.
Forged
It can have a wide variety of shapes and combinations, striking in its unusualness and originality.
The photo shows a rectangular desk with a wooden base and a forged metal frame.
From slab
It is a high-quality work surface, gives the room a natural woody smell and is a particularly relevant and ideal option for connoisseurs of eco-design.
Backlit
Neon or pink, purple, lilac, blue, cyan or other LED decorative lighting, in the design of a tabletop or shelves, will add visual lightness to the design and draw attention to itself.
With patina
Small abrasions add a certain charm, warmth and charm to the product.
What types of tables are there?
Now let's talk in more detail about the types of tables and what they, in general, should be. There are two most common options: a corner desk and a classic one.
The main way they differ from each other is their location. The classic one is designed to be placed near a wall and has a rectangular shape.
But the corner one looks more complicated: it looks like two tables connected perpendicularly. Designed to be placed in a corner.
Although they are different in shape, there are practically no differences in general characteristics: length, width, height, functionality - all of them are almost the same.
What colors are there?
The most common color scheme for writing models.
White
Gives the interior newness, light and lightness, harmoniously combines other shades in the room and further emphasizes bright decorative details.
Brown
Traditional and modern shades of brown, regardless of the material, always have a very elegant appearance.
Wenge
Due to its brevity, noble texture and exquisite beauty, dark wenge undoubtedly attracts the main attention.
Beige
It is an excellent base for any interior solution and at the same time adds severity and tenderness to the design.
The photo shows a beige desk in the interior of a nursery for a girl.
Black
It is quite an expressive, stylish, rich and slightly brutal color that forms an official style.
Grey
Discreet and elegant, gray or white-gray have an amazing ability to soften the interior space.
The photo shows a gray desk with drawers in a Scandinavian-style interior.
Light green
It will add bright and positive notes to the room and give only positive emotions.
Red
Deep and noble shades of red will favorably highlight furniture shapes and create the desired accent in the room.
Room layout ideas
The most advantageous and correct placement options.
Near the window
This location not only provides a sufficient amount of natural light, but is also a good solution for the most efficient use of usable space.
In the corner
The L-shaped design, placed in the corner, allows you to significantly increase the workplace without cluttering the space.
The photo shows a white desk placed in the corner of a girl’s nursery.
Along the wall
This option is considered more appropriate and beneficial for a room that has a rectangular or elongated shape.
In the bay window
A large, small model or tabletops that are completely combined with the curve of the bay window will fit perfectly into this ledge.
Desk for two schoolchildren
For those parents who are lucky enough to have two children, the issue of creating equal educational places for two children will be relevant. For those who are short of square meters, it will not be a problem to divide the room into two identical parts and place separate tables for each child. However, more often than not, our living space does not allow us to fully furnish a room for two children without offending anyone, so design tricks come to the aid of parents in such cases.
- 2 rectangular tables along the wall line or one long tabletop (about 2 meters long); To keep your small workspace uncluttered, use wall shelves for storage. Place a common cabinet in the middle under the tabletop, dividing the table into two conventional halves
- Use the window sill as a table if it is of suitable height;
- Place the table on the corner, one half for one child, the other for the other, only so that there is no interference with light and a comfortable position for both children during activities;
- A wide tabletop will allow children to sit opposite each other, but in this case it is better to place the table perpendicular to the window, and the width itself should be at least 1.6 m.
Be sure to consider the location of natural light. The ideal location for a table for two children is a place by the window; this will provide equal lighting to one and the other child. The workplace should be well lit even in the evening, so be sure to install a pair of bright lamps - for left-handed people - on the right, for right-handed people - on the left.
Shapes and sizes
The most common types of shapes and sizes.
Long
It is considered a very convenient option, since it is easy to place additional add-ons over a long tabletop.
The photo shows the interior of a nursery for a boy with a long desk made of wood.
Narrow
These narrow products have a very elegant design and allow you to achieve maximum ergonomics of the environment.
Big
The massive tabletop provides a lot of free space for work and is a very solid piece of furniture that fits perfectly into large rooms.
Small
The mini-desk, despite its compactness, has maximum functionality and convenience, which is especially appropriate in a room with limited space.
In the photo there is an office and a small writing table made of wood.
Angular
It can have both left and right versions and be placed in any free corner of the room, thereby creating significant space savings.
With rounded tabletop
In a small space, a rounded tabletop will significantly reduce the risk of injury.
Semicircular
The rounded shape, due to smooth curves and noble lines, gives the writing product a special elegance.
The photo shows a semicircular wooden desk in the interior of the office.
Round
A comfortable and ergonomic round tabletop, has no sharp corners, is considered less dangerous and fits harmoniously into the surrounding design without burdening the environment.
U-shaped
The familiar and standard form does not deprive the interior of harmony and allows you to properly organize the space.
Radial
This shape is distinguished by unusual smooth lines and almost natural curves that blend with any setting.
Figured
The workplace does not always imply rigor and conciseness. With the help of a curly shape, it is possible to bring variety and originality to the interior.
A selection of unusual computer and desk tables
Product options with original designs.
In the closet
Sliding doors open easily and provide access to the workplace or, conversely, allow you to quickly hide it. In addition, this wardrobe can be installed in the bedroom, dressing room, loggia or hallway.
It is also possible to store a computer chair in it and thereby save space.
From pallets
It is an exclusive wooden structure, coated with varnish or paint and having a base in the form of a board, plywood or flat glass.
With partition
Using a partition, you can isolate your personal space from external irritants that can distract from work.
Backlit
Thanks to the organized built-in multi-colored, two-color or single-color backlight, it is possible not only to achieve a creative and interesting design, but also to significantly reduce eye strain while working or playing at the computer.
From slab
Natural, natural tabletops made of wooden slabs always have a truly monumental appearance.
Made from epoxy resin
Made using laminated wood, a base with pink, orange, purple, yellow or clear epoxy resin is also added to which fluorescent powder is added to achieve the most effective and slightly futuristic look, especially in the evening.
Decoupage
It gives the design a special charm, adds a characteristic touch of antiquity, thereby making a nondescript and unremarkable piece of furniture more original.
Photo of a desk in the interior of the rooms
Examples of using writing structures in various rooms.
Children's room
Desks can have a wide variety of designs depending on the gender and age of the child. Most often, products with drawers, cabinets or add-ons are used, transforming models with retractable legs with a tabletop that can change the angle of inclination and height, for three children or more, long double structures are used. You should also pay special attention to the choice of chair; it is desirable that its back is anatomically shaped, which will contribute to the formation of correct posture.
The photo shows light desks with drawers and shelves in a room for two children.
Bedroom
For the bedroom, more traditional and elegant designs are chosen, for example, a hanging option, a console table, a bureau, a secretary and others. If there is a niche in the room of sufficient size, it will be an excellent place to create a work area. If you need additional storage space in the room, use a desk and combine it with a shelving unit, chest of drawers, cabinet or cabinet.
The photo shows a bedroom with a compact desk located opposite the window.
Living room
Designs for the hall are selected taking into account the individual dimensions of the room. Models should not be too bulky and have a functional, laconic design. Tables are also equipped with drawers, shelves, or preference is given to the simplest options without additions.
Kitchen
Quite often in the kitchen interior there are convenient hanging models that can be freely placed in a variety of places, tables-window sills or roll-out options.
Balcony or loggia
The balcony mini-office provides a private space with natural light. The choice of writing product directly depends on the size of the loggia, for example, for a small balcony, hanging, folding or more compact tables are suitable, and for a large one, solid and dimensional models.
The photo shows a large white desk in the interior of a spacious loggia.
Cabinet
They choose here both simple and laconic products and office desks equipped with a cabinet for a printer, a shelf for a monitor, an attached bookcase, visible or hidden drawers. A secretary desk or bureau desk would also look great here.
Why shouldn't you buy a corner desk?
Has a negative impact on the student’s posture. During classes, it interferes with normal lighting. A corner table can have either drawers or shelves.
You can buy a corner desk if both parts are large enough so that one part has enough space for studying, and the other part can accommodate a computer or a shelf.
Despite some disadvantages, a corner table is quite inexpensive compared to other options.
How do tables look in different styles?
Photos of models for writing, in a variety of styles.
Modern
Ergonomic writing products with a multifaceted color palette, distinguished by practical operation, aesthetics and straightforward design, will succinctly complement a modern interior.
Classical
There may be massive structures with a thick tabletop made of wood or marble, or more elegant products on thin legs with carved facade elements, which will add even more gloss to the setting and give it majesty and aristocracy.
High tech
Not too pretentious models in neutral tones or metallic shades, made of transparent and frosted glass, glossy plastic, wood or artificial stone, will be the ideal complement to high-tech.
Loft
An industrial loft involves tables of both strict geometric and unusual shapes with a more restrained design and sometimes a little rough and brutal look. Natural materials, such as wood or metal, are mainly used in production.
The photo shows hanging desks on a loft-style loggia, equipped as a work office.
Scandinavian style
Models with simple and strict forms, designs made from natural materials, most often wood, with an attractive texture, will be especially appropriate in a Scandinavian interior.
The photo shows a Scandinavian-style children's room with a desk in blue and white.
Provence
For Provence, simple wooden or wicker rattan desks, products decorated with forged elements, small abrasions, carved details or a tabletop with an unusual edge in delicate pastel colors are perfect.
Brief historical background
The ancient Egyptian invention - a writing desk - already existed in the form of various modifications, but young talents could only dream of acquiring it.
To ensure ease of work, the Egyptians made tables from stone, wood, and metal.
The ancient Greeks added granite and marble to these materials.Time, the emergence of new types of creative activity, and the need to create a universal workplace contribute to the improvement of the design of the desk. A desk appeared with drawers, cabinets, retractable table tops for a computer keyboard, shelves for books and notebooks, and niches for various stationery items.
A variation of the desk design involves a footrest, adjustment of the height and tilt of the tabletop for the convenience of many years of student activity for schoolchildren and students.
Photo of tables for girls' room
For a teenage girl, choose products with various devices for storing necessary things, for example, countertops built into a closet or equipped with cabinets and a pencil case. It is best to install a written structure near a window for good natural light; in case of a different location, you should consider high-quality artificial lighting.
Additional equipment for computer desks
A computer desk is a multifunctional piece of furniture. Its design includes various elements.
- Cabinet with drawers.
- Pull-out shelf for mouse and keyboard.
- Rotating monitor stand.
- Footrest.
- Ventilated compartment for the system unit.
- A superstructure in the form of cabinets, shelves for placing office equipment and useful little things.
- Holes in the back wall for wire exit.
A selection of tables for boys
In a teenage boy's room, it is very important to consider the width and length of the tabletop, since it must accommodate all the necessary accessories or be equipped with space for a computer monitor or laptop. By design, the table can have either an original or a more laconic design.
Table sizes
The dimensions of the computer desk are no less important. Its aesthetic qualities depend on the shape of the interior element, and its functionality depends on its size.
Large tables are perfect for desktop computers with a separate monitor, keyboard, mouse, and additional office equipment.
Equipped with additional storage space, a large computer desk becomes the center of the work area, so it is very important to fit it correctly into the existing interior.
Compact, narrow and folding tables save space and are well suited for studio apartments, as well as rooms with different functional areas.
A narrow console is an excellent option for a computer desk in a living room interior.
Corner countertops not only save space, but also form a closed work area, solving the problem of dividing space in general rooms. A corner computer desk can have the shape of an isosceles triangle, or consist of two rectangles oriented to either side.
It is advisable to install long work surfaces in nurseries for two or more children. This type of wall-length table implies the organization of two or more workstations.
Furniture with a figured tabletop has high ergonomics. The recesses in the table top are made in such a way that the person sitting behind it can comfortably work on the entire surface of the table. An excellent option for an office or study.
Square and rectangular tables require that at least one edge be placed next to the wall, while round tables and tables of complex geometric shapes can be placed anywhere in the room.
