Office Organization: Stuff I Use To Get Organized

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Office organization, is it really that important? Actually I think it is.

There are so many ways to get organized in your office. I have been my own boss for nearly 15 years now so this is something I can claim to know a thing or two about. It is just soooo important to be organized, even if its organized chaos you are working in there does need to be a sort of harmony between you and your workspace.office organization

Here are some tips I hope you will find useful in achieving more with less (thats to say more work in less time) which is really what its all about, so that you can have more time for other stuff

Office Organization With The Right Software

1. Skype — You can video meet with anyone, anywhere in the world. International news organizations use this a lot and you can get simple versions for free. You’ll need a camera that will operate through an Internet connection.

2. Pamela — This is a software works with Skype and over 4 million people use it. Its a voice recorder that can create a messages, and be a reminder for important dates such as anniversaries.

3. SnagIt — I use a lot, you can capture screen shots and add captions. Share this with a collaborator and your presentations to clients will be superb!

4. Google Calendar — This is a free tool from the search engine folks. Grab calendar info from any computer, anywhere.

5. RoboForm — This program stores passwords and important info like usernames. You can also use your email program or address book to store this info but be very careful if you take your computer in to be repaired.

6. Google Documents — Share documents anywhere and on any computer with an Internet connection.

7. PageLeap — Display your favorite web pages on one screen so you can browse them easily.

8. Carbonite — Not what Superman eats for breakfast but a backup for your important stuff on a server that’s secure, and away from your computer.

Office Organization With The Right Furniture & Equipment

Your office desk, yes you knew I was going to bring this up! But then it is mega important. With office desks, its like anything else its horses for courses, so if all you need to do is write checks and file way receipts you will not be looking for an executive desk suite in oak. If you are wondering what sort of office desk you should be buying check out this article for some pointers.

Here are some popular desk styles and their organizational qualities:

Computer Armoires - the beauty of this type of desk is that it does not look like a desk, it takes little room and it does not look out of place in a kitchen or living room.

Computer Desks – these come small and large but their primary organizational quality is that they are designed to house your computer and peripherals

Corner Desks – you will generally be looking for this kind of desk if you are tight on space but this does not mean they are devoid of any shelving and drawers

Executive Desks – these tend to be bigger desks so they will usually have plenty of space for files, books and so on that you need to have on hand

Glass Desks – these tend to have less storage space though many models offer nifty shelving

Laptop Desks – tend to be smaller desks and so do not tend to offer much in the way of storage

Office Suites – in terms of getting organized you can’t really do much better than an office suite, with a matching desk, filing cabinet, hutch and perhaps side cabinet

Here are some other office organization furnishing tips:

1. Medium-sized and comfortable chair. You’ll get much more out of your working day if you don’t end up with a backache after a couple of hours.

2. Put a vertical file and small bulletin board on the wall that you face. The more efficient that your filing is, the less time you’ll spend trying to find something.

3. Use a chair mat if you have light-colored laminate or bamboo flooring. Wheels from a chair will form a light-colored semi-circle on it if you don’t use a chair mat.

4. Purchase an all-in-one printer/scanner/fax ,machine that’s wireless. Few wires means more efficiency because you aren’t having to duck under them during your busy work day.

Keep Energized

1. Eat healthy snacks. Take meal breaks as well. If you eat healthy and don’t make yourself overly full, then you will be able to get the most from your working day.

2. Keep a bottle of water handy all day. Being hydrated makes you feel less sleepy, and always drink some water around thirty minutes after you get up, even if you have coffee.

3. Stretch and take a walk and a few deep breaths, outside if you can, and your energy will last longer.

Office Organization Means More Time For Your Family

I’ve applied all of these tips into my home office over the years, there are definite benefits to be had in being more organized. Of course its never ending process and something that you can always improve on. I love doing business in my office, and making a good life for myself and my family. Good office organization enables me to do this that bit easier.

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Home Office Conversion In 5 Easy Steps

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If you ever felt that there was something missing in your life then it might be just that your home does not have an office; a home office conversion might be just the solution. OK, I might be exaggerating, slightly, but home offices having gone from being a luxury to something of a necessity. They are so practical.

So what do you do if you don’t have one? Well you can make one! Here are some tips to help you do just that.

1. Decide the best place for your home office conversion

Where to put the office is the true first step, but what you will do in your home office is what you first need to consider. Do you run a business from home? Then you may need a large area for several pieces of furniture. Do you only need to keep some file folders? Then you may just require a corner for a good filing cabinet.

You’ll have to assess the family needs, as well. home office conversion

Does little Rebecca need to share the computer for homework assignments? If so, the area will need to be accessible and probably boast an open plan. If, however, you need your private space and cannot place your office in a room to itself, then consider a screen to cordon off the area and claim it as your own, such as a corner of the family room.

Other ideas for ‘stealing’ space where there is none for a home office conversion:

• Use a niche or the area under the stairs if it’s large enough

• Remove the bed from a guest room and add a sofa bed or futon there instead, giving you room to place a desk

• Utilize that closet. If you have a medium to large sized closet, it can be converted into office space with a folding chair.

• If space and privacy are top of your list and all the other rooms in your home are taken then converting your garage will be your best solution

2. Home office conversion :consider function and workflow

What you are going to actually do in your home office and what the movements of people and paperwork are going to be are essential points to consider. It may sound extreme, but a good floor plan helps a lot to give you simple, quick access to daily items for less fumbling around time. A useful floor plan also follows the needs of your business. This can mean just knowing where the best positioning of the printer will be. Think about efficiency and layout before you bring furniture in. This also helps with preparing a list for the furniture items you’ll need. If you need ideas on a floor plan, try doing a brain storming session with your wife and the other members of your family.

3. How to choose proper office furniture for your home office conversion

First, know what you need and what you can use for your allotted space. An executive oak office desk sound nice in theory but if you have a converted closet, something more modest is likely to fit the bill a lot better. Now that you’ve determined size of the office and a floor plan, you are much better equipped to go find something you can use. Consider color, too; do you want a light wood, that will give a small space more openness, or do you want a dark wood color that brings closure and warmth? Here is some information to help you make your choice:

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Also think about existing items you may have, like a favorite lamp or throw rug you’ve been dying to put into an office. You can choose around those, and it may make the process easier if you’re otherwise uncertain, or don’t really have a preference.

Next, look around and find a style that grabs you or offers what you want for your home office conversion. If you need a lot of filing space, choose an office desk that has filing cabinets built-in or, alternatively, if you need to file but can’t afford the extra inches built-in cabinets will give your desk, opt for a companion piece. These often come with coasters included, making moving them around that much easier. If you need a lot of storage space and have the room, check out office desk and hutch combos. Shelving is a great way to get extra space, too, and you’ll want to keep uncluttered and free from distractions.

4. Give your eyes an anchor on which to focus

Focal points are important because they tell the eye where to stop wandering, creating a kind of home base for the gaze, and they’re used to pull a scene together. Focal points are necessary in all design, and the entire room will hang on your choice. Some folks are lucky and have a focal point in their office already, like a fireplace or bay window, but most of us have to create that eye-stopping effect, which is usually the desk. To help ground it, try an area rug under, or a bookshelf behind the desk. Grouping artwork in a composition around the desk is ideal, as is a tapestry or some kind of wall treatment.

5. Peripherals to consider

There’s more to an ideal home office conversion than furniture and focal points; there’s lighting, ambiance, and color. The ideal office is a place you want to be in, to work in, to spend lots of time in. If you hate the look, feel or flow of your office, you won’t want to work, and that’s counterproductive. You will want colors that work for you in small accessories, such as the penholder, wall art, stapler, or lamp. Choose restful and calm colors, like neutrals, blues, and greens to help focus. Make sure you have plenty of good lighting, too, it’s very important for the health of your eyes, and a dark, dreary office is not happiness-conducive. If you need motivation and affirmation, by all means indulge in some wall hangings or mugs with inspirational sayings and pictures on them. Many say to be successful, you must first feel successful.

Creating an ideal office in your home isn’t hard, but it can be time consuming at first. Give the time it takes to initialize the office, then enjoy the benefits. Once it’s established, your whole family will benefit from your new home office conversion.

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Oak Office Desk Buying Guide

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Thinking about getting an office desk in that classic of all woods, oak?

The right oak desk can last for a very long time, and it looks fantastic.  Over time, it will take on a patina that will be your pride and joy.

oak office deskI’ve got a few tips to help you find that supremely perfect piece of furniture, the oak office desk.

3 Tips Before You Start Looking For Your Oak Office Desk

1)  Measure your space first, before you go shopping, whether it’s online or at a retail outlet.  Use masking tape, if it won’t hurt your floor, and put a rectangle of tape on the floor where you want your desk.  You can either take the measurement of a few desks you’ve found, or just layout the tape to your liking and size and use that as your guideline.

2) Take in the entire size of your room and what will be on the desk and what other factors may be involved in getting a new oak office desk.

3) Proportions are important, as well as the flow factor of your home office space.  Desks made from oak come in a wide range of sizes, and make sure that the one you pick will fit through the door.

Functionality questions

How do you need the oak desk to work for you?  Are you solely on the computer?  A small oak desk would be perfect, but do make sure it comes with a keyboard drawer.  Some models I’ve seen look like they have a normal drawer right about the leghole is, but in actuality the front can flip down and make a standard keyboard drawer.  Oak comes in many varieties, by the way, and it can be stained in lots of different colors to let that distinct oak grain through.  Get solid oak if you can, as that will be virtually indestructible.

1) If you look at some desks in a retail store, don’t be afraid top check them out for comfort and elbow room.  Pull up a nearby office chair and practice a few movements, like pretending you’re at a keyboard or looking at a monitor.  Will the desk have enough flat space for you?

2) What storage do you need in the actual desk?  Some oak desks I’ve seen have front shelving, glass front cubbyholes, two file-sized drawer plus a skinny one above each of those for pens and paperclips and other office supplies.   The amount of storage needed may determine the bulk of your desk.  Less oak used, by the way, will mean a savings in cost.

3) If you want your office to look integrated in one design then you will have to take that into consideration.  As I mention, , oak desks come in hundreds of designs and finishes and sizes, so you can get exactly what you want.

5 Best Selling Oak Office Desks

Sauder Harvest Mill Computer Armoire in Abbey Oak – For someone who is looking for a desk which can hide everything away (all that clutter everbody has) without taking too much room. The beauty of having a computer armoire desk is that you don’t need a dedicated office to put it in.

Sauder Orchard Hills Open Computer Desk In Carolina Oak – If you are looking for a small oak desk then look no further, this Sauder desk with its modest dimensions, 30.28″ H x 47.36″ W x 20.87″ D, will fit in the smallest of spaces and yet offers considerable storage space.

Sauder Orchard Hills Corner Computer Desk in Carolina Oak – If your room configuration and size means that you are looking for a small corner office desk in oak then this desk is a great choice. With room for the CPU, monitor, speakers and phone, this desk shows that small does not only mean beautiful it also means practical!

Bush Northfield Credenza Desk with Hutch in Dakota Oak – The dark oak of this desk suggests sophistication and quality. This is more of an executive desk but the hutch and credenza give it a much more practical aspect than many other executive oak office desks.

Bush Warwick 48″ Desk with Technology Integration – This is a beautiful and slightly unusual looking desk finished in rich mocha oak. It features a CPU cubby, which enables you to plug into the wall outlet directly allowing you to minimize clutter made from wires.

An Oak Desk Has So Many Uses

Oak desks may be used by students, professionals, executives and the home office business owner.  Students need simpler desks as usually they just plop their laptops down and study as well as do some computing on it.  Later in life, these oak desks are so durable that the student can use it for their children, or as a side desk in their own home office.

If the student has this desk in their dorm room or small bedroom, then storage can be a key factor.  Make sure that the stain or varnish or sealer on the desk is durable, as young people tend to rush around and the oak desk top may get damaged.  One good thing about a great solid oak desk, is that like hardwood oak floors, it can be sanded and refinished many times over.

If your child is small, a regularly sized desk will be too large.  Again, if you buy a solid oak small student desk it can always be used for something else as the child gets bigger.  If you happen to have a nice oak office desk that has a pull-out leaf (used for writing), then let your small child work alongside of dad or mom, while sitting in their own small “office chair”.  Kids get a real kick out of this and you can also keep you eye on them while you work!

Oak Or Laminate?

There are some superb looking laminate desks, but at the end of the day its a laminate desk and will not have the feel of a proper oak desk. If you knock a laminate desk then you see the chip board underneath, an oak desk will take bangs and knocks, it will mark less easily and stand up to wear and tear that bit better. A great oak desk will usually cost a bit more than one of those laminate jobs which may fall apart in a couple of years, even if they last that long, but oak is a wood which has been used worldwide for furniture, over many, many years.  You can’t go wrong in any way, choosing oak for your wood office desk.

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How To Organize Your Home Office

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These days many people have a home office of some kind, whether they work from home or simply bring their work home occasionally, and it is easy to see why with the current state of the economy.  If you are doing work at home and value both your personal time and the time you put into your work, it is important that you make your home office work for you.

Here are some useful tips for setting up or reorganizing your office for maximum efficiency.

Office Furnishings

 

Your Office Desk

The most important aspect of any office is the equipment it is furnished with.

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Without a doubt, your desk will be the centerpiece of your office’s furnishings; it will hold most of your other equipment and frame your workspace.  Nonetheless, your other furnishings are important too, and in fact they will ultimately determine the kind of desk that is ideal for you.  An executive 66 inch Bush desk in cherry is a great desk, but not necessary for everyone.

For example, if your office is set up in an area of your house where there are a lot of empty shelves nearby, it may be worth considering moving some of your office supplies to these shelves so you can get by with a smaller desk or simply have more desk space.  Other factors that will influence what kind of desk you need are the type of chair you have, what kind of work you will be doing, and who will be coming into your office.

Here are some office desk suggestions:

- you are looking for a desk that does not look like a desk, your existing furniture is of an antique or traditional style, checkout the DMi Antigua 55″ W Computer Armoire

- your budget is limited, your are looking for a desk that would fit in a bedroom or student accommodation, see the Sauder Falls Village Computer Desk in Soft White

- you are looking for some modern furniture to house your computer with plenty of drawers and shelves at a reasonable price, see the Techni Mobili Super Storage Computer Desk

- you have a small home office and you are looking for a desk that will fit into a corner without taking too much room, but is designed to house your desktop or laptop computer, see the Bush Tacoma Corner Computer Desk in Harvest Cherry

In order to answer most of the important questions involved with deciding what desk is right for your needs, you should spend some time visualizing yourself going about every task you could conceivably have to complete in a working day.  Remember to cover unlikely scenarios and to visualize yourself doing the work.  This will help you get an idea of the ideal structure of your office, which will in turn help you decide which desk would make the ideal foundation for that structure.

Your Office Chair and Other Equipment

Once you know what desk you will be using in your office, the next step is to pick the perfect accessories and equipment to go with it.  Knowing your needs is also important in this step.  In picking out a chair, comfort is important, but so is cost—do not pay for a chair that is so comfortable you could work in it eight hours a day, if you know you will only be sitting in it two or three hours a day.

Also, make sure you only stock your office with accessories and equipment that are work-related.  If you are not in the music business, you probably do not need surround sound and a subwoofer in your work area, as these would likely be distracting.  Likewise, try to keep games and unnecessary applications off the computer you use for work.

Staying Focused

Ultimately, you should keep in mind that your work area should be set aside for work.  Ideally this means setting your office up in a room that is quiet and separate from the rest of your house.  Try not to leave anyone a reason to disturb you while you are working.  If some of the equipment you use for your work is shared with family members (like a pen, stapler, or telephone), consider buying a duplicate.

Also, it can be helpful to have a discussion with your family or the people you live with about how important it is to you that you are not disturbed while you are working unless it is an emergency.  Little distractions really add up, especially when you take into consideration the time it takes to fully refocus your attention on the task at hand after each and every distraction.

Additional Considerations

In addition to potential distractions, other things must be considered when deciding where to locate your home office; we truly live in the digital age, and most home office stations require numerous power outlets to accommodate all their peripherals.  If you cannot find a quiet location in your home with enough power outlets to meet your needs, you should invest in a surge protector.  These are usually a good idea even if you think you have plenty of outlet-space.

Once you have your office planned out and set up you should think about protecting it.  Just because it is in your home does not necessarily mean it is covered by your home’s insurance.  Check with your insurance agent to make sure that your home office’s assets are protected.  It is also a good idea to back up any important digital files or data in multiple places.

In the end, the key to running an efficient home office is maintaining boundaries between the home and the office and making sure that your office’s organization is conducive to work.

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Sauder Arbor Valley Computer Desk With Hutch In Antiqued Black Paint

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When I first saw the Sauder Arbor Valley Computer Desk with Hutch in Antiqued Black Paint, I asked myself the question, as I often do, whats different about this desk?

What struck me was the dozens of pieces that it had.  As I studied the desk further, read the customer reviews and saw how other people used it, I realized that this desk has a feature not many others have: Customizable ability.

Not Just A Computer Desk With Hutch

While many desks, including this one, have a CPU cabinet to both hide and protect the tower, a slide out keyboard tray and a drawer large enough for files, this one has some thing else.

Sauder Arbor Valley Computer Desk

No, I’m not talking about the hutch with shelves for books, disks and software, although it certainly has that, what this desk has is several ways to finish it to meet your needs.

While normally the hutch would prevent me from recommending it for anything but a home office, (you don’t want to have your back to customers,) the hutch is easily removable. All you need is a bottom piece similar enough in color to lay underneath it, and you have both a hutch and a matching low eclectic bookshelf. I say ‘eclectic’ because with all the many types of shelves it has, it will be a stunning bookshelf.

Its dimensions of 57.36″ H x 62.21″ W x 23.5″ D means it can easily hold both a monitor and a printer with or without the hutch. You can also leave off the back privacy panel to make room for a shredder or to get to the cables easier. However, the privacy panel has a small shelf, making it just perfect for modems and routers.

Buy This Desk  If…

  • you are a person with enough space who enjoys putting things together according to your tastes.
  • the antique black fits in with your existing decor. Careful because this is not just a black desk its an antique black desk or distressed black desk.

Check Price Now!Don’t Buy This Desk If…

You do not see the fun of designing a desk to suit you. If you think things need only be assembled one way or no way, then you should probably look at a different desk.

Even though the desk is technically ‘black’, antique black does not look like contemporary black and will be sorely out of place among contemporary blacks.

My Final Verdict On this Sauder Computer Desk With Hutch

This is a sturdy well made desk with endless possibilities. The antique black is at home in many décors. Although it’s wonderful as is, you can customize it ever so slightly so it will accommodate the way you work and live.

A substantial, yet fun, desk like the Sauder Arbor Valley Computer Desk with Hutch in Antiqued Black Paint, needs a chair to go with it. And I recommend the Distinction Leather Semi-Attached Gooseneck Leather Chair (Swivel Tilt). The dark wood and leather back go extremely well with the antique styling of this desk.

Your desk is where you spend a good part of your life. It should be comfortable, functional and fun. Here at OfficeDeskReviews.com I strive to make your buying experience comfortable, functional and fun too. That is why I work with Amazon not only do they have one of the best selections of affordable desks around, they also offer free shipping on most of their desks and hassle free returns.

So why wait any longer to get the desk you have been looking for?

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Home Office Desk With Hutch Buying Guide

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Buying a home office desk with hutch can be confusing especially with a huge selection to choose from with so many features.

First things first, why the hutch? The hutch is just a raised area on your desk which usually takes the form of an open or closed cabinet. The principal advantage of a home office desk with hutch as compared to a regular home office desk is that you will have an increased storage area to store working accessories such as books, lamps, computer peripherals, CDs etc.

The following is an overview of the Home Office desks with hutch currently  on the market so you can make the right choice.

Small Home Office desk with Hutch

Don’t think that because you have decided to buy a home office desk with a Hutch is that you are obliged buy a big expensive desk.  Take for instance the south shore computer desk in black. This bestselling desk, commonly sold on Amazon on for under $100 is basically a small Home Office desk with hutch. Granted the Hutch is only small but it’s still there and it does give valuable extra storage space within arms reach.

If you are wanting something a little bigger than you might consider something like the Sauder Camden County computer desk with Hutch.

Home Office Desk With Hutch

Sauder Camden County Computer Desk with Hutch

This is 44” wide computer desk with hutch is constructed of top quality medium density fiberboard and has a durable Planked Cherry laminate finish with antiqued metal hardware. The desk has a pullout keyboard shelf, an enclosed vertical CPU compartment and a utility drawer on metal slides with drawer stops.

This is a popular model which comes in a choice of other finishes so that you can choose one which fits in best with your decor.

Corner Home Office desk with Hutch

This is another variation. Corner office desks are a good choice if you are looking to optimize the floor space in a small room or office. Again the addition of a Hutch makes it so that you are able to further optimize the space at hand. Depending on your decor, the Carolina Oak Corner Computer Desk with Hutch is a great choice, offering all the storage advantages that a full-sized hutch with multiple shelves confers.

Another example might be the Bush Stanford Collection Desk and Hutch.  Again this offers a full-sized Hutch, with the peculiarity of doors on the shelves. This has the advantage of being able to give an impression of tidiness (when you close the doors), even if it may be a false one.

Executive Home Office Desk with Hutch

If you’re looking to buy an executive home office desk, then this would suggest that you mean business, in all senses of the word. Executive desks tend to be bigger and more imposing. The  Birmingham Computer Desk with Hutch is a good example. This executive home office desk in Harvest Cherry laminate finish features a letter size file drawer, pullout keyboard tray , CPU storage cabinet and a box drawer. The icing on the cake is of course the Hutch which offers additional open and concealed storage space.

As you can see there are many different types, collars, shapes, and sizes of desk in this category. As always with desks, the size of your room, the dominant décor and your budget are the principal factors to keep in mind in making your choice. Use the above tips to make sure you buy the right home office desk with hutch for you!

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Sauder Camden County Computer Desk

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The Sauder Camden County Computer Desk in Planked Cherry; Works Equally Well For The Home Or Small Office

Could this be the perfect desk for the home or small office? In any case this Sauder Camden County Computer Desk takes organization to the next level. Functional and good-looking, this desk has a CPU shelf to keep your PC out of the way, but with an open front so you can still get to your drives and USB ports. The printer goes on the built in printer shelf while the paper can go underneath.  It can also hold large books and files on your most important projects, so there is no need for a separate filing cabinet or bookshelf. [Read more...]

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South Shore Computer Desk in Black

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My Review of the South Shore Computer Desk in Black

You know,I love writing reviews on desks. I have written some reviews on some stunning pieces of desk furniture. But sometimes I have to admit that if you are looking for a simple desk you are not looking to be swept off your feet. When you are looking for a simple computer desk more important than the “wow” factor comes two things, these are firstly practicality and secondly value for money.

So I thought I would sit down and write a review on what I consider to be the ultimate small computer desk in terms of being the most practical and offering the best value for your buck. And guess what, the South Shore Computer Desk in Black gets top marks – if you are looking for small and no frills then look no further! [Read more...]

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Sauder Harvest Mill Computer Armoire in Abbey Oak

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The Sauder Harvest Mill Computer Armoire in Abbey Oak; The Fantasy Hides The Reality of Ugly Tech

Looking like something of a fantasy wardrobe when closed, this Sauder Harvest Mill Computer Armoire in Abbey Oak is anything but an illusion. When you throw open the doors of this armoire, you can see the truth: this all in one armoire keeps a monitor, tower, printer and disks all in one place.

Sauder Computer Armoire

Sauder Harvest Mill Computer Armoire in Abbey Oak

Shielded from the outside world, no one would ever guess these modern conveniences are in your perfectly decorated home. This armoire, measuring only 57.8″ H x 22″ W x 6.6″ D, will fit into any home done in either antiques or the rich warm tones of oak. With all its many storage options and shelving, there is no need for any other piece of home office furniture.

Who Will Love This Sauder Computer Armoire?

Anyone with limited space for a home office will benefit from this desk. Indeed, it creates its own little word around it. This world of computers and the ‘stuff’ they have to have, effortlessly disappears just by closing the doors. You can even wheel the chair away to complete the illusion that there is ‘no place’ in your home for such ‘modern things’.

The rich warm tones will go well in a home done in antiques, but will also go well in any kind of room full of rich, light woods, including finished pines and light oaks.

Who Will Not Love It?

Well as I said, this desk is its own little world. So if you already have a computer based world, such as in an offsite office, this desk will be one world too many. It will cause you to have your back toward the door which is not a great way to greet clients and co-workers.

Although this desk goes with many wood based finishes, if your home office is all sleek, modern lines and contemporary colors, this desk will really look it’s from another world, and will not match with your existing world at all.

My Final Verdict on This Sauder Computer Armoire

This is a great desk for anyone who has their home decorated in a wood or antique rich finish. It’s also the perfect solution if you don’t have a lot of room for a home office and would like the option of ‘putting it away,’ when not in use.

Remember when I talked about wheeling the chair out of sight? Well, a great chair you won’t need to wheel out of sight, because it looks so much like a piece of living room furniture, is the High Point Furniture Traditional Goose Neck Arm Chair.  It’s designed to stay out all the time and blend into its surroundings while not taking up much space at all.

My preferred merchant for this desk is Amazon, they offer quality office solutions at prices you can really afford. To add to the affordability, they also offer free shipping and hassle free returns.  The best place to read customer reviews on this desk is Amazon, there aren’t many reviews on this desk yet, click here to see what customers who have bought this desk say.

So don’t wait. Bring the fantasy of the Sauder Harvest Mill Computer Armoire in Abbey Oak home today and give the illusion of there being no computer in your life.

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Small Corner Computer Desk Buying Guide

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If space is limited in your home, home office or corporate office, a small corner computer desk can be your saving grace. Its just about the best way to make the best use of tiny rooms and cramped office quarters.

What To Consider Before Buying A Small Corner Computer Desk

  • how much are you willing or able to spend
  • the exact size of your room
  • small corner computer deskdo you need a lot of storage
  • are you using a laptop in which case a very small desk will probably suffice
  • are you using a desktop in which case you need space to house the CPU and monitor, you also need to consider if you need grommets for the cables
  • consider your special needs; are you a particularly tall person, or do you do a job which means you have to spread your papers out a lot?
  • what is the dominant style of furniture in the room already. If your room has an antique style then this will reduce narrow your choices as to the type of desk you can consider

The 3 Important Features Of  A Small Corner Computer Desk

It might seem as though I am stating the obvious but if you are wanting to buy a small corner computer desk then this would imply 3 things:

  • You are tight on space so you are looking for a small desk
  • Your room configuration means that your desk will sit well in a corner of your room
  • You are buying the desk principally to use your computer on

Now let’s look at each of these points in detail.

How Small Should Your Corner Computer Desk Be?

The main thing to consider here is the size of your room. Most people who are looking to buy a small desk don’t generally do so through choice, they do so because a big desk would not fit into the space available and/or they have budget constraints. So this is the starting point.

Check Price Now!I would start by mapping out a desk footprint with big pieces of cardboard so you can get a feel for exactly the surface area your desk will be taking up in your office. Then once you have moved your cardboard, trimmed it into a size that looks appropriate, measure it and this will give you the size of desk to aim for.

What Advantages Does A Small Corner Computer Desk Confer Over A Non Corner Desk

If you have a great big office then typically you will be wanting to sit a great big office desk in the middle of it. But if your office space is small then a small computer desk will be a good choice. If you opt for a small corner computer desk then this means that you are able to create the illusion of having a bigger room than if you were to situate your office desk somewhere in the middle of it.

So the point about buying a small corner computer desk as opposed to a standard small computer desk is not so much about the size of the room, its more to do with the fact that you will be maximizing the available space of a small room.

What Features To Look For In A Small Corner Computer Desk

The peculiarity of a Small Corner Computer Desk is that it is designed to fit into a corner, sounds obvious but it is a key point. What this means is it enables you to free up more space in your room given that 2 sides of your desk fit snug to the walls of the room.

Don’t think that because you were buying a small desk that it will be devoid of any functionality. Here are some popular features that may be found in small corner computer desks:

  • a retracting keyboard and mouse shelf
  • box drawers for supplies
  • a file drawer for letter-size files
  • CPU storage with wire access
  • shelf for printer or peripherals
  • an adjustable/removable shelf for supplies or files
  • open back for easy cord access
  • a scratch and stain resistant top surface
  • desktop and leg grommets for wire access
  • adjustable levelers for stability on uneven floors
  • lower shelf for storage of books, disks or other computer gadgets
  • solid wood construction
  • environmentally Preferable Product (EPP) certification

It is unlikely that one desk will embody all these features, but then it’s unlikely that you will be looking for a desk that has all these features.

Where Can You Find More Information On Small Corner Computer Desks?

Click on the links below to see my reviews of 6 best selling small corner computer desks:

Bush – Vantage 59″ W Corner Desk in Harvest Cherry

Bush – Vantage 59″ W Corner Desk in Light Dragonwood

Bush Tacoma Corner Computer Desk in Harvest Cherry

Sauder Orchard Hills Corner Computer Desk in Carolina Oak

Mayline VariTask Basic Single Surface Corner Unit

Sauder Camber Hill Corner Desk

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