Choosing Your Perfect New Office Desk

Your office desk is a lot of things to you, a place to do your work, a place to store your things, and a place to plan your day. It’s also the place where you are going to spend your day, so it’s important that it be not just useful for performing your tasks, but comfortable to sit behind for long periods, too!

In recent years we have learned that poorly designed workstations increase your risk of developing some serious musculoskeletal disorders like chronic back and neck pain! This is why ergonomically designed office desks that can help to prevent those aches and pains are taking the business world by storm, they don’t just make you feel more comfortable in your office, they help you to be more productive and do your best work, misery-free!

So, it’s very important that you set up your office space to be ergonomic by choosing the right office desk. Here are a few of the benefits ergonomics can bring you!

• Better physical health
• Increased productivity
• Less eye strain
• Better posture
• Greater comfort

Maintaining good posture while working means you will need a chair and desk set at a height that will keep your elbows and knees bent at approximately 90 degrees, and your feet placed flat on the floor. You should also keep your computer screen at eye level and sit with your back straight with its curve natural.

The following are some more tips to help you choose the office desk best suited for your personal needs!

Measure First – Before you rush out and buy a new desk, you first need to measure your available space to make sure you get one that will fit! If you are working in a crowded shared space you will need a small enough desk to fit in, or if you have plenty of room to spread out you can go with a spacious executive desk complete with credenza!

Quality – Over the next several years you are very likely going to be spending a lot of time working at your desk, so don’t make the mistake of purchasing a cheap particle board piece of junk! Invest in a high-quality solid wood or medium-density fibreboard top and a steel-framed desk that is built to last!

Features –  Look for a desk that comes with useful features. Some examples include desks with adjustable height, built-in power source, plenty of storage compartments, and a space-saving design.

Accessories – Adding some accessories around your desk will make your office space complete. Think about whether you might need a filing cabinet, a desk lamp, a hutch, a credenza, some cubbies, and bookshelves to give you added storage space and plenty of room to work in the way that works best for you!

Style – This is a great time to give your office space an upgrade, so choose a desk that really suits your personal style. Considering that you will be spending a lot of time behind it, make sure your desk is easy on your eye and makes you feel good to be at work!

Now you are ready to go office desk shopping!