Computer tables made of wood: features of choice

It is difficult to imagine a modern home without such an interior item as a computer desk. Such an enviable popularity of this furniture is easily explained by the fact that people nowadays cannot imagine their life without a personal computer or laptop. Modern manufacturers produce many options for computer tables made from various materials.

Next, we will focus on high-quality natural wood structures.

Wood of natural origin is an environmentally friendly material and does not harm human health. The thing is that this natural material does not contain hazardous chemicals that emit harmful fumes into the environment. Not all materials can boast of such safety characteristics today. It should be noted also the wonderful design of furniture made from solid wood.

Perhaps, no similar model made from more affordable raw materials can be compared with such copies.

Products made from solid wood are very strong, durable and reliable. It is almost impossible to damage or break such furniture. Over time, a high-quality and natural design will not warp or deform, especially if it is ensured with careful operation.

A computer table made of such an environmentally friendly material can be placed both in the living room, study or bedroom, and in the children's room. Fortunately, modern furniture factories have many different options that will look great in any setting.

Solid wood computer tables have some drawbacks. How serious they are, each consumer decides for himself.

The disadvantages of such products include the following.

• High price. High-quality products made from natural wood are expensive, and not every buyer can afford them. The most expensive constructions are made of oak, beech, mahogany, larch, maple and wenge. A product made of pine or birch will cost a little less for the consumer;

• Constant care. Many owners of such beautiful furniture consider the exactingness of natural wood in constant care to be disadvantages. The surface of this material must be treated from time to time with special antiseptic impregnations. You should not neglect these actions, otherwise the natural material may fade, crack or become a haven for annoying tree parasites;

• The negative effect of moisture. It is not recommended to place furniture made of natural wood in rooms with high humidity. This can lead to the material swelling and hopelessly losing its visual appeal. Of course, some breeds are less susceptible to the negative effects of moisture, but they should also not be placed in such conditions, since experiments with such expensive and beautiful furniture are impractical.

The days when computer desks were only meant to house PCs are long gone. Today this furniture is more functional and is equipped with many additional details.

It is worth considering in more detail what types of computer tables are produced by modern manufacturers.

• Straight tables are classic with pull-out keyboard shelf... Some models also have an additional shelf to accommodate the monitor. Such furniture options are convenient because they can be placed near one of the free walls in the room, saving free space in the central part of the layout;

• Relatively recently, original corner structures... Such furniture is ideal for owners of small apartments, since it must be placed in a free corner of the room, which significantly saves free space. The countertop of such products seems to many consumers to be more spacious and convenient to use;

• Comfortable models with superstructures... These additions, as a rule, are located above the countertop and include spacious shelves and even small drawers. The complete set of the structure depends on the manufacturer who made it;

• Computer tables are large with shelving... However, such furniture still allows you to use the living space more productively. Having a similar model, you can refuse to purchase an additional cabinet for books, magazines, reference books and decor, since this role will be taken by a rack combined with a computer table.

• Tables are no less functional with pedestals and drawers... These parts can be an integral part of the table, located on the right or left (or on both sides). Separate bedside tables with drawers are often used in offices. They are stationary or roll-out.

Different types of wood have their own individual characteristics.

You should consider in more detail the most common materials that are used in modern furniture production.

• Solid beech. Such structures in their strength and beauty can compete with oak models. This tree variety has delicate beige and peach shades. Beech can boast that over the years it does not lose its beautiful appearance, but rather, on the contrary, is tirelessly prettier;

• Walnut solid. As a rule, walnut furniture has an impressive weight and large dimensions. A computer table made of such material will not only be convenient to use, but will also give the atmosphere a special chic thanks to its rich and solid design;
• Solid pine. Tables made of this material look very presentable and aesthetically pleasing, but they are not designed for heavy loads. Pine, properly processed in the furniture manufacturing process, is not afraid of moisture and temperature extremes, which cannot be said about untreated raw materials. However, pine tables are inexpensive and do not cause allergic reactions;

• Solid birch. Birch tables are quite sturdy and reliable. Some specimens can even be compared with oak structures in terms of wear resistance. However, when choosing a similar model, you need to pay special attention to the surface of the countertop. It must be of high quality in order to preserve its beautiful appearance for a long time;
• Solid maple. Maple computer tables are unusual as they have an interesting structure and a unique sheen. The disadvantage of such interior items is their susceptibility to decay. To prolong the life of such a table, it is necessary to provide it with proper and regular care.

More affordable are computer tables made of MDF and laminated chipboard. These materials are created from wood waste - shavings, which significantly reduces the cost of products made from them. The advantages of these inexpensive products include their wear resistance and durability. They retain their attractive appearance for a long time and do not require special maintenance. However, such furniture has its drawbacks.

These include the following.

• Design. Cheap tables made of MDF or chipboard, as a rule, have too simple and formulaic design, which is unlikely to transform the interior or become its highlight;

• Composition. The composition of such material as chipboard contains toxic substances - formaldehyde resins, which evaporate in hot weather. Such chemical compounds can harm the health of the household. To protect yourself from such problems, experts recommend buying tables made of E-1 class laminated chipboard or veneered structures.

It is necessary to choose high-quality and comfortable furniture from solid wood based on the following simple recommendations.

• First, decide for yourself which structure could be used as conveniently and productively as possible. This will help save time when looking for a suitable table;
• Measure the room in which you are going to arrange such furniture. This is necessary even if you are going to buy a very small table, since even such furniture can visually distort the layout;

• Don't forget about the design of your computer desk. Such an item should ideally fit into the main interior, and this applies not only to the stylistic direction of the furniture, but also to its color scheme;
• Experts recommend buying such furniture only from trusted manufacturers with a brilliant reputation. Do not believe too low prices and do not contact budget companies, as often in their assortment there are cheap designs that are only passed off as natural, but in fact are not.

The corner table, painted in a dark shade and having a light cabinet, will look beautiful and harmonious against the background of light striped wallpaper. Next to such furniture, a gray chair on wheels and a cream-colored wooden vase with a living plant will find their place.

A snow-white straight table with a built-in curbstone with rounded edges will look organic against the background of a light wall with subtle prints and dark borders at the bottom. Place a soft ash round swivel chair next to it.

A light corner table with superstructures, side tables and shelves can be placed against the background of soft coffee walls and a floor finished with brown laminate. Place a blue, lint-free rug on the floor, and place a cream-colored sofa with metal legs on the right or left side of the table.

A white table with built-in pedestals on the right and left sides of the countertop will look great next to a window in a beige nursery. Place in such an environment the same white set (a wall with drawers near the wall) and a light bed. Round off the ensemble with blackout soft chocolate curtains and rich brown laminate. You can dilute cool paints with photowall-paper near the bed with contrasting patterns.

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