When looking for new or used furniture the office desk is one of the most important pieces as it is most likely going to be the centerpiece of the room. So what are some important things to consider when considering purchasing a new or used office desk?

Size – First and foremost the size of the desk is imperative and is based on your needs; do you need lots of space to spread papers, projects and other things out on? Or are you doing everything electronically and don’t need much desktop ‘real estate’. Also if it’s coming pre-assembled will you be able to get it through the door or into the space?

Assembled or Pre-assembled – Are you handy with tools? Or you don’t know your Robertson from your Phillips? Being able to assemble your own desk can be cost effective when buying new, but high quality used desks will typically always come pre-assembled and will often save you money and a lot of frustration messing around with screwdrivers and allan keys.

Height – Make sure your desk suits your needs, if you like to stand and work with papers, blueprints, etc a taller desk might be a better option, but if you sit all the time a lower or standard desk height might be best. Make sure to check to see if your chair will work with the desk, especially if you like being able to tuck your chair underneath your desk. Storage – Are you messy or are you neat? Drawer space is often a necessity for those who deal with large amounts of paper; it gives a space to put away items without messing up the aura of the office. A desk with no storage is typically recommended for those who are mostly digital in their work and don’t have a lot of paper that can quickly clutter an office desk.

Style – It’s going to be the centerpiece of the office, have some fun and pick a style that brings out your personality whether it’s a modern all glass desk or a classic Victorian heavy wood desk.

When looking for new or used furniture the office chair is probably the most important piece as it’s where you will probably spend most of your day. Picking an office chair is no different than picking a chair for your living room at home; they are just serving different purposes. So what should you be looking for:

Back Support – It helps to improve posture, which in turn will help you be more productive because you are comfortable, not experiencing stiffness or pain.

Seating – It’s all about padding and design. Make sure the seat is not going to cut off circulation to your legs (a straight edge chair can do that, so look for something more rounded or contoured at the front). Also choose a level of padding that suits your needs, a stiffer padding may be better in a boardroom where people need to remain focused, where a softer chair in the office will ensure those long hours are spent in productive comfort.

Width – If you don’t fit, then it’s not the right chair. Look for something that leaves adequate space between the armrests and your body. Also look at the width and adjustability of armrests; you’d be surprised how much better you might work with armrests that are suited to your arms. Narrow armrests can cause pressure pain much quicker leading to discomfort and lower productivity.

Height – We’re all different and having the right height chair can make all the difference in the world, so the chair should be able to raise or lower as needed.

Style – This is of course your main concern but don’t overlook the first four elements. There’s such a wide variety of used office chairs available that meeting style and comfort needs is easier than ever!

Envirotech Office Systems can help you pick out the perfect new or used office chair, give us a call today, 1-800-411-6585, or contact us online!

(BRAMPTON, ON) October 31, 2011 – Envirotech Office Systems is proud to announce that they will be celebrating fifteen years in business on November 07, 2011. To commemorate the occasion, we are giving away an iPad 2.

Over the last fifteen years, Envirotech Office Systems has grown to be Canada’s largest dealer of premium quality pre-owned and remanufactured contract furnishings, putting a focus on environmental responsibility since the very beginning. Currently, the company has 75,000 square feet of warehousing including millions of dollars in inventory, allowing Envirotech Office Systems to provide cost effective high-end office furnishings throughout the United States and Canada.

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