Office Furniture

Types of Office Desks

There are many different types of office desks, all designed for different purposes, so it is important to find a desk that is suitable for your needs. A standard office desk will be a freestanding unit with enough room for a computer and space for paperwork. Conference style desks are useful because they have a meeting table on the end, as well as standard space for a computer and paperwork. This is beneficial if there is limited access to conference rooms or if the meeting is impromptu.

Another type of office desk is the ‘cluster’ desk which is composed of several freestanding units that can be put together as a corner unit and expanded with extra units if more room is needed, or separated into several individual desks. This style of office desk is great for flexibility in the office space.

Lastly, there are ergonomic desks which are designed to increase comform and reduce fatigue. Using an ergonomically designed desk can prevent many health problems (affecting the spine, neck, hands, etc)  that can arise from sitting at an unsuitable desk.

This is not a comprehensive list but it just gives you an idea of the variety of desks available depending on function, aesthetics, size, shape, and material it is composed of.

Materials office desks are made of

Office desks can be made out of a variety of different materials, the main types being melamine resin (a plastic compound formed with formaldehyde that has fire retardant properties) and timber veneer (a thin timber covering). Traditionally desks have been made out of different types of timber (e.g. cedar, mahogany, maple, oak or pine), but with the introduction of mass production at the end of the 19th century steel desks were made possible. Generally, the base and support structures are made of a metal substance while the surface will be constructed out of a hardwood.