Office Furniture Buying Guide

Nothing is more important in the house than a comfortable office. Whether you run your business from there, or simply do household chores like bill paying and shopping online, it is vital for your office to be functional and spacious. Please read our short guide on how to best furnish your office.

Office Desks
-Office desks vary in size and function. It is important that you know what kind of an office desk you are looking for. If you need a desk where you can do a mix of browsing on your computer and go through your documents, you should consider a robust and wide office desk. Extra papers and documents can get quite messy so it is better to have a lot of space to organize them into. Metal office desks give your office a contemporary and clean feel.

Computer Desks
-Computer desks are good alternatives for people who primarily store everything on their computers and do not need much space for documents, files and bills. Make sure you get a computer desk that fits your monitor, speakers, desktop and has proper space for a keyboard and a mouse. Remember that you will be running a lot of wires and make sure the desk can fit into the most convenient space for you to plug everything in. Keep in mind that your computer screen should not be facing the window to avoid glare. Most computer desks are made of combinations of metal and plastic/press wood. Fully metal computer desks are more expensive, but will last you a very long time.

Executive Desks
-Executive desks are high end office desks generally made of wood. The upscale quality and unique design makes this a perfect addition to spacious offices. It is important to note that most executive desks are quite large and have many curves, so make sure you account for everything in your measurements. Besides being very sturdy and reliable, wood makes for a warm and retro atmosphere in your office, so it will look really out of place in an office full of metal furniture and light walls. If you are creating a certain theme or style for your house, please consider that.

Storage
Storage is very important in any type of office desks, so before making a purchase make sure that the drawers of your desk will fit in everything you want. For people with large collections of books or documents, an external storage space might be a better solution. Bookcases and file cabinets are a good answer in that case.

Bookcases
Bookcases (bookshelves) are not only made for storing books, despite its name. They complete the theme in the office while adding additional storage room for your documents, media files and books. The main thing with bookcases is how sturdy they are. Buying higher quality bookcases will pay off in a long run when your shelves will stay in one place for a very long time. Before buying a bookcase always make sure that you are aware of how large the dimensions are. They are usually very high, so keep in mind any windows or other vertical obstacles. If you are planning on putting some large books or trophies on the shelves, make sure that they are wide and tall enough.

Office Chairs
Office chair is what makes your whole office comfortable. It is wise to invest in higher quality office chair rather than a cheap and uncomfortable one. Buying a reliable, comfortable and long lasting chair will go a long way into helping you avoid unneeded stress on your joints and other vital body parts. It is important that your chair is adjustable in height, has the right combination of firm and soft parts and allows you do adjust the back support. The age long debate between leather versus fabric and mash chairs is a tough one. Leather office chairs are very luxurious and expensive looking. There is nothing better looking in your office than a massive dark red leather chair combined with an executive desk made of dark wood. However, full leather chairs are not perfect. They can get quite cold and take a while to warm up which can lead to a long period of discomfort. Leather is also harder to upkeep than mesh, which is a great way to introduce your office to a modern theme. Mesh is very comfortable and breathable, which allows for the chair to adjust to normal temperature easier. Fabric chairs are similar to mesh in durability and comfort, but come in many different colors and with different patterns making them a good choice for colorful and upbeat office rooms. Vinyl chairs are the cheapest and least comfortable type of office chairs, making them a poor choice as the main chair. There are many combinations of leather and mesh or leather and fabric making for a wide choice of ergonomic and classy looking chairs. It is best if you decide which one is best for you by sitting at each type. Keep in mind that the quality of adjustment mechanisms is very important, as you do not want to be stuck with a chair stuck in its lowest position after a few months of use.