Most of us would love to have attractive tables, chairs, sofas, lamps, and other appealing furniture in our homes. When it comes to home office furniture, though, can you find nice options without spending a fortune? Yes – in fact, you might be surprise at what’s available in the used furniture market.
There are three major advantages to buying a used office desk as part of your overall office furniture set – large-scale recycling, saving money and scoring great style. So, if you’re looking for an affordable desk that’s innovative and looks great, keep reading for some great recycled ideas.
Refurbished Shop Table
A recycled work bench or shop table offers a durable and sturdy work surface that’s also height adjustable and spacious. Your used work bench will even bring a touch of industrial style to your workplace, a design feature that’s very hot right now.
Before you begin using a work bench or tool table as your office work surface, make sure the wood is treated and protected with a few coats of varnish. Unvarnished wood is susceptible to water damage from spills and ring marks from your morning cup of coffee.
Recycled Architecture Table
The great thing about a drafter’s or architect’s table or desk is that they’re designed to be totally adjustable, while simultaneously offering stability and sturdiness. With a high-quality drafting table you can adjust the height to go from a low seated to a high standing position. You can also adjust the tilt of the work surface, making it a great choice for office workers who spend their time on laptop computers.
Being able to adjust the height of your used office desk is a fantastic feature for two reasons – you can bring the desk to an ergonomically correct height, but you can also spend part of your workday standing. Standing at your desk forces you to retain good posture and avoids hunching. It also burns more calories than sitting in a task chair all day.
Unearthing an Antique
An antique desk can be a gorgeous way to add a touch of beauty to a seemingly cold office. However, if you’re purchasing antique furniture, remember that it’s often shorter and smaller than contemporary furnishings – and because it’s not properly sized, you may need to adjust the height to work comfortably.
To fix this problem, you can spend a lot of money on expensive table risers or you can simply lay down a few dollars for fridge levelers. These handy metal pegs are cheap, go on easily and can even be used to properly level your desk.
Where to Look for Modern Used Desks
If you’re having trouble finding a contemporary used office desk, try the local classified ads (online and offline) or a nearby consignment or thrift store. You can use the popular website Craigslist to pinpoint online local classifieds or the Google Map Business Search. Before you pay any money through an online classified ad, you should examine the piece in person first.