How to choose a computer desk with a curbstone?

Often, when renovating or changing the design of a house, a large amount of time is devoted to choosing upholstered furniture, kitchen units, wallpaper, linoleum or laminate flooring. But a computer desk is bought at the very end of the renovation without much hesitation. Few people think about the comfort of working at a poorly chosen table. Therefore, it is better to spend time and choose a computer desk in the interior of the room that will perform all the functions you need.

In the minds of most people, such a table can only be used as a workplace for a computer or laptop with an MFP. Few use the table as a place to eat. If the table is large enough, then with your neatness it can be used as a place for food.

Also, with proper decoration of the workplace, you can use it as a place to relax. At the same time, both in the first and in the second case, the main function will remain the same - a good and comfortable workplace.

There is a huge assortment of tables, differing in height and width, in the number of shelves, in the presence of cabinets and racks:

• The classic version. Typical model for computer use. A bracket for the keyboard is provided. Differs in simplicity and versatility.
• Corner model. It is the most popular option, especially in small spaces. Has a lot of shelves, options with a cabinet are possible. Allows you to keep everything you need in the immediate vicinity and at the workplace.
• The table is semicircular. It is used in large and high rooms to add aesthetics to the interior.
• Modular tables. The advantageous difference of this design is that it consists of separate modules. They can be swapped with the simplest tool. The main plus is practicality.

• Computer desk with shelves and drawers. This model combines the properties of a table and a bookcase. At the same time, everything is done in the same style, and the elements harmoniously complement each other.
• There are also situations where the table is integrated into other furniture elements... For example, rack integration. One of the shelves will serve as a work surface, while books, disks and documents can be placed on the shelves closest to the workplace.
• There is an option combining a computer table with a TV wall... On one level there is a monitor with a TV. This is often used in small rooms trying to create a personal little office.
• In rare cases, the work surface becomes wardrobe shelf... In this case, the workplace can be easily hidden in front of guests and used only for its intended purpose.

Currently, the presence of pedestals next to the workplace is a sign of good form. Convenience and coziness is created, because all the necessary papers, documents, accessories are nearby.

There are several types of bedside tables offered by manufacturers:

• built-in;
• attached;
• mobile.

The built-in pedestal is part of the overall structure that cannot be removed without disrupting the functionality. In most cases, the shelves are located on the side and bottom, they are roll-out. There may be a niche above such a curbstone.

Less commonly, a suspended structure is used. The shelves are located at the top and are not supported on the floor, which creates an additional load on the rear panel and the right bulkhead. Therefore, it is not worth overloading such shelves.

There are no generally accepted rules about the size of bedside tables and their shelves. The main thing is that everything looks proportional. The depth of the cabinet corresponds to the depth of the table.The height of the boxes can vary from 14 to 17 cm.

The advantages of such designs:

• The monolithic table top has a more aesthetic appearance.
• Saving materials - most often the walls of the table itself serve as the walls of the cabinet.
• Strengthening the structure - the curbstone can serve as part of the frame.

An added pedestal is a design used for additional modeling of the workplace. Thanks to this element, the table can be single-pedestal, or it can have one pedestal on each side. Since such pedestals complement the table, their width and height must match. For the best result, it is possible to ensure their compatibility at the points of contact when creating a common structure.

The advantages of this design include:

• Autonomy - the ability to move parts without complex machinations for the collection and disassembly of furniture.
• Replaceability - you can replace the curbstone with another one if necessary.
• Increase in the workplace due to the area of ​​the cabinet cover.

But there are also disadvantages:

• The presence of a seam line may not be noticeable, but it will not create the effect of integrity.
• Large weight - it is almost impossible to move or change elements alone.

A mobile pedestal is a structure with wheels as a support. This makes it easy to move the cabinet around the room. There are two main types of construction. The first has two or three drawers. The second has one door and a division into shelves inside. There is a standard for such a product - 40x50x57.5 cm. The curbstone can be located both under the table and be placed next to it.

How the pros can be highlighted:

• Autonomy - if necessary, you can roll back to any place or completely remove it.
• Compactness - it has small dimensions and can be easily hidden under the table.
• Easy to move - with the help of the wheels, the cabinet can be moved by one without much effort.

The disadvantages include the fact that such an element does not strengthen the table itself. Also, with careless movement or if it is wrong to lean on your elbows, such a pedestal can easily move and cause harm to property or health.

When choosing a table, it is worth considering the position of this furniture element in the room and the functionality that you expect from it. It is also necessary to take into account the size of the free space of the room and its interior.

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