How to choose a laptop bedside table?

In the life of a modern person, not a single day goes by without mobile devices, one of which is a laptop. Watching TV shows, favorite sites and other resources is a common leisure in your free time. With a laptop it is convenient to sit in an armchair or on a sofa, although it is not always comfortable to hold it in your hands or on your knees: this can harm your eyesight or the spine.

Laptop table - a special stand. It can be stationary or mobile. Thanks to the rich assortment of materials and models of bedside tables, you can choose the best option for yourself. It can be a stationary or folding support with a variable height or a product with an adjustable table top that changes the angle of inclination and rotates around an axis.

Thanks to the rotation and rotation of the table top, the bedside table is recognized as a universal piece of furniture and is often used for eating on a sofa or armchair. The C-shaped design makes it particularly compact: the support on castors slides under the sofa and saves space.

Most manufacturers equip such tables with shelves for stationery, lighting sources and cup holders, which makes spending time with mini-organizers especially comfortable.

By the type of device, such tables are of two types:

• non-collapsible - often made of plastic or wood: stylish, comfortable, transforming work into rest and organically fitting into the interior;
• transformers - versatile designs with modification, made of plastic or aluminum, therefore light, compact and reliable (when buying, it is important to take into account the ease of transformation, changing the parameters of the tabletop when fitting it to the size of the laptop).

Whichever table you choose, it must have:

• a limiter along the edge of the table top, which prevents the laptop from slipping;
• a cooling system to prevent overheating of the laptop (built-in, connected via USB to a laptop, cooling the laptop and prolonging its operation);
• reliable supports and a solid tabletop, stability in any placement;
• resistance to mechanical damage.

The bedside tables have a lot of advantages, among which are especially relevant:

• Ergonomic Such structures weigh little, withstanding a load of about 15 kg. Thanks to this, you can place your laptop and other important accessories on the table. Many models are equipped with special fasteners so that the equipment is securely fixed and does not fall in any position.
• Stylish look. Many leading manufacturers (for example, Ikea) make bedside tables in different designs and colors. This allows the laptop table to fit into any interior, become a full-fledged part of it and not get out of the general style.

• Ease of operation. Regardless of the model you choose, you are guaranteed the convenience of its use: the manufacturer took into account all the nuances when developing the design.
• Durability. By purchasing a quality table, you will forget about replacing it for many years.
• Functionality. Often these tables are used not only for their intended purpose. It is convenient for him to have a cup of coffee or a snack.

Different raw materials are used in the production of bedside tables.

The most demanded manufacturing materials are:

• Wood. Wood products occupy a leading position, they are resistant to damage, serve for decades, have a solid appearance and fit perfectly into any environment.
• Plastic. Products made from this material are characterized by durability and low weight. It differs in a variety of shades, has a matte and glossy texture, looks stylish and modern.

• MDF and chipboard are a great alternative in terms of cost when compared to wood models. Externally, the structures are not inferior to their wooden counterparts. A rich assortment of colors and textures of MDF and chipboard makes it possible to choose a model that matches the entire environment.

In addition to the design and material of the product, the size of the bedside table for a laptop matters. You should not choose too large a model for a tight space, and vice versa, a table with a tabletop that is too compact can be very inconvenient: it is so difficult to organize a full-fledged workplace.

Depending on the model, the height of the product can be 70-80 cm (in some models up to 1 m), the length of the tabletop varies from 50 to 70 cm (in transformer models), the width indicator does not exceed 40 cm.

You can learn how to make a table for a laptop with your own hands from the video below.