Office Desks

From compact corner desks to grand executive models, our range caters to both commercial and home offices. Prioritising functionality and style, we ensure each desk enhances productivity and workspace ambiance. With competitive pricing and quality craftsmanship, our selection meets various budgets and preferences. Additionally, our team is ready to assist with expert advice, helping you find the ideal desk for your office environment.

The versatility of office desks is seen in the myriad designs available. From compact models fitting snugly in tight corners to expansive reception desks that command authority, there's a design for every need. Integrated storage, cable management systems, and modular features ensure they cater to modern technological demands while also reducing clutter and promoting organisation.

Desk surface materials play a pivotal role in dictating the desk's durability, look, and feel. Wood veneer and melamine materials convey tradition and stability, while glass office desks offer a sleek, contemporary vibe. The finishes, whether glossy, matte, or textured, can complement a room's decor or stand out as a statement piece, creating focal points in open-plan offices.

In today's evolving work environment, office desks are also adapting. There's an increasing emphasis on ergonomics, ensuring that long hours at the desk do not compromise health. Height adjustable desks, bevelled edges for wrist comfort, and designs that promote good posture reflect the synthesis of health-consciousness with day-to-day functionality. Investing in the right desk is more than just buying furniture- it's shaping the future of work.
Office Desks- FAQs

Are there standard office desk dimensions?

Sizes of office desks vary quite broadly and there’s many options you can choose from. This means you can find different widths, depths and heights to meet your needs, whilst also considering the space they will be fitting into.

For example, in terms of height, our standard office desks measure from 720mm up to 735mm. Our bench office desks do typically measure between 720 and 750mm, and of course our height adjustable desks are extremely versatile enabling your workforce to stand up whilst working if they wish, typically raising up to 1300mm.

A good rule of thumb is to get the largest desk which will fit comfortably in the available space as you can never have enough work surface.

Why buy new office desks?

The style of your office can have a huge impact on the productivity of your employees. If your office environment has become a little dull over the years, new office furniture can help to bring back that modern flair.

Ensuring your office desks are ergonomically friendly, such as the recent trend in height-adjustable sit and stand desks, can also make a big difference to the wellbeing of your workforce.

New office desks also come with a quality guarantee. Here at Southern Office Furniture, most of our desks are British manufactured and have a 5 year guarantee, based on up to 8 hours daily usage!

Is standing up better than sitting down at your desk?

It’s all about striking the right balance. Positional change- incorporating movement and the choice of work position- can certainly benefit employees. Sitting for long periods of time can impact both our physical and mental wellbeing. Height adjustable desks help to combat these and have been scientifically proven to improve productivity and concentration.
Office Desks: Helpful Guides

The Complete Guide to Office Desks

Desks for the workplace come in all manner of styles, materials, finishes and prices vary enormously. Read our guide to help you choose the perfect desks for your office.

Choosing Office Desks

Choosing the right desks for your office is not always straightforward. There are so many desks to choose from these days and there are a number of factors that you must consider. Read more.

Office Design Trends - Sit & Stand Desks, Pods & Booths etc.

Office design is constantly evolving to ensure working environments remain productive, happy and practical. Read more.

Dual Monitor Desks - Frequently Asked Questions

In this article we answer common questions often asked, such as the size of desk required to accommodate more than one monitor. Read more.

How Many Desks Can You Fit in an Office

Fitting out an office with furniture and equipment is a major undertaking. You need to consider government guidance, employee comfort, fire safety and more. Read our guide to find out more.

How to Organise Your Office Desk

If you are planning a new office, or you want to improve an existing workspace, organising your desk logically provides long term benefits. Read our guide.