Desks

Desks

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of home desks are available?

There are different styles of home office desks, all suitable for different types of use. It is important to consider what you will be using your desk for. Will it be used for writing, computing, organising your paperwork or a mixture? The answer to this will help you choose what type of home office desk will be best suited to your needs.

Executive desks

With plenty of accessible storage, executive desks can store away paperwork, files and stationery. It is a popular type of desk, thanks to its comfortable size and practicality. The large work surface is big enough for working with lots of paperwork, but not so large it would overpower your office. There is room underneath for your office chair and for integrated drawers and cabinets to store away your things.

Writing desks

Used for lighter use, like letter writing, writing desks tend to be on the smaller side. The thin rectangular writing surface, which is the perfect size for writing, sits on four legs with open space underneath. They often have one or two small drawers underneath.

Laptop desks

Small and compact, laptop desks are perfect for, you guessed it, using your laptop! They have limited work surface space and would not be ideal for anyone looking to organise files or paperwork on their desk. They often have one or two drawers underneath, great for storing away cables and chargers when not in use.

What should I look for when buying a desk for my home office?

Your office desk is a practical piece of furniture, so it is important to choose one that is suitable for your needs. It must comfortably hold all your work equipment, be comfortable and spacious, all while looking stylish in your home. But what should you consider when buying a desk for your home office?

Size

Think about the space you have available to put your office desk. If space is limited, you will need to choose something small and compact, like a computer desk or a writing desk. If you have a large home office, you will want to choose a much larger desk — otherwise your room may feel empty and bare.

Storage

It is important that you have enough storage to put away all your files and stationery. You may have other storage in your home office, such as a filing cabinet, but there are some office supplies you’ll want within arm’s reach. An office desk with integrated drawers or cupboards can store away papers, envelopes, pens and other vital supplies — but keeps them close at hand when you need them.

Work surface

Although the size of your room may limit you in terms of desk size, it’s important to choose a desk with enough space to work on. Office desks come in different depths too so if you don’t have the width to play with, see if you can achieve some extra work surface by choosing a desk that is deeper.

What are the essential items of a home office setup?

Thanks to improvements in technology, we can now communicate with colleagues over video calls and send important documents and files over email — all from the comfort of our own home. Working remotely has become more commonplace and so it is important to ensure you have a comfortable and well-equipped home office.

A home office desk

Along with your office chair, a sturdy and practical office desk is fundamental to any home office. Whether it’s a simple writing desk you’re looking for or a more substantial wooden desk with built-in storage, we have a wide range here at Old Creamery. Consider the size of work surface you’ll need. If you will be working with a lot of files and paperwork, you’ll want to consider a larger desk. If you’ll only be using a laptop, a small wooden desk will probably be just fine.

An office chair

If you will be sitting for prolonged periods of time, it is important that you have an office chair that is comfortable. An uncomfortable chair will not only be unpleasant, it could also create strain on your body and cause long-term damage. A comfortable chair will aid productivity and help you get your work done more efficiently.

A filing cabinet

Although the word is slowly shifting to paperless, there will always be certain documents you need to store in hard form. A filing cabinet can help store away important files and paperwork in a way that is organised but allows them to be easily accessible.