Getting Started: Basic Office Furniture

An office desk and chair is among the most common office furniture you'll need when starting your office. This gives your employees the needed space they can use to perform their tasks. An ordinary office desk can as well accommodate a computer set. However, if there are added or unique computer accessories, a computer table should be purchased.

The Office Desk

There are several types of office desks that you can buy in the market and this makes it more difficult to choose the right office desk for you. You can make it a simpler task if you can decide on the style of office desk you want for your office (will it be a modern office desk, a classic wood, or laminate, etc.) while keeping your budget on a close watch. Remember, the more features that are added to the office desk the more expensive it can get. Drawers, hutches, shelves, credenzas, lateral file drawers, peninsulas, and wings can easily add up to the total cost of your office desk.

The Office Chairs

Office chairs are among the most basic and essential office furniture. Of course, your employees need to sit while working on their tasks. Office chairs can cost you around a hundred to a few hundred dollars. The price of office chairs depends on two factors – the durability of the chair and the features that come with it. Remember, the durable the chair is, the longer it lasts and of course – the more expensive it gets. The added features of the chair will likewise add to its price. The features may include adjustments options for the height, tilt, the seat and back angle, swivel, etc. Options may include heavy duty casters, arms, oversized seat, and the material used for the upholstery (such as the fabric used – leather, synthetic fiber, etc.). The more options and features you want for the chair, the more the cost will be.

The Computer or Work Station

Some office tasks may require customized or special type of office furniture. For instance, a data entry clerk will need a set of special desks and chairs. She would usually sit on her chair for long hours therefore would need an ergonomically correct working environment. An ergonomic chair will help increase your employee’s productivity and lessen the stress. While a draftsman may require a wider work surface to accommodate a computer and a working space to layout his drawings, sketches and notes.

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