A built-in computer desk is perfect for organizing a comfortable workplace for an adult or schoolchild. Its architecture is based on making the most efficient use of available space. Typically, the design includes the use of existing supports: walls, side surfaces of other furniture, for example, cabinets.
Recently, the idea of optimizing space has gained popularity. This is relevant for city apartments and country houses, because it helps to divide rooms into zones.
Advantages of built-in furniture:
- Built-in computer desks take up minimal space and fit organically into the existing interior.
- Like any other custom-made furniture, such products allow you to take into account the specific layout and taste of the owner.
- Modern materials will make even the most avant-garde dreams come true.
- A wide selection of components and colors helps to create an original and incredibly stylish piece of furniture.
A computer desk built into a wall is a great way to save space and create a comfortable work area.
Possible configurations
The configuration of the furniture plays a significant role when choosing the appropriate option.
After all, it is very important that the cabinet with a table is easy to use and occupies exclusively the space allocated for it. As a rule, these nuances are thought through at the manufacturing stage, but in the case where preference is given to ready-made products, the configuration can be slightly changed during the assembly process
Among the most popular are:
- Corner option. Well suited for non-standard narrow and long rooms, as well as for square rooms. The table in such a cabinet is usually securely built into the structure, and there are several spacious compartments above it. On the sides there are high (from floor to ceiling) linen closets.
- Models with racks. Such furniture usually consists of many open shelves that occupy most of the wall and allow you to place all the books and other small items. With this design, a folding flap serves as a table.
- Desk-bureau. This is a fairly traditional option, characterized by its compact dimensions. The tabletop can be retractable or folding, depending on the model. The most common are folding options; from the outside they look like an ordinary chest of drawers with a hidden top lid. It is this that serves as the countertop.
Bureau tables and secretaries are rarely in high demand, because their working surface is small, so it is difficult to fit everything that is necessary for needlework or working with documents.
With racks
Desk bureau
Angular
What additional features are available for desks?
To expand the functionality of the furniture, you can use various additional equipment.
- Cabinet. On the one hand, this is a support for the tabletop, on the other, a file system. It usually consists of drawers, shelves or a closed cabinet.
- Pull-out keyboard panel. This element moves along the guides, allowing you to free up work space on the table.
- Compartment for the system unit. It is often built into the curb, but the most convenient option is one with a separate module that can be unfolded on wheels.
- Add-ons for office equipment.
- Narrow cabinet or rack. This allows you to organize all your papers and documents efficiently, keeping them at hand.
Wall or table lamp. Thanks to additional lighting, you can work comfortably even at night.
Stands for stationery. Some types of tables also have special cup recesses.
A good desk has a few extra compartments at the top. This allows you to have everything you need at hand, simplifying your workflow. Depending on the specific model, they can be part of the table or attached to the wall.
Footrest. Some designs, designed primarily for schoolchildren, have this addition.
When choosing a specific desk, be sure to look at the accessories used, especially the drawers. The reliability and quality of furniture depends on this. Guides are used here, they are divided into two types.
Roller. Typically they can withstand loads of up to 25 kg. When choosing such a system, it is worth considering that the drawer will open no more than 70%, and is also quite noisy. Although there are rubberized rollers that reduce noise levels. The main advantage of this option is its low cost, which is why roller guides are often found in inexpensive furniture.
Ball tip. Such guides can be installed on a variety of floors, there are no restrictions. Withstands loads up to 60 kg. If necessary, the fittings can be adjusted. The drawer extends completely and almost silently. The only drawback is the higher cost.
Computer desk layout options
There are a number of points that need to be taken into account when choosing a location for such a voluminous piece of furniture as a cabinet with a built-in computer desk.
- Availability of a sufficient number of sockets.
- Lack of heating and heating devices in the immediate vicinity.
- Smooth floor surface.
- Natural light (if possible).
- Design features.
The last point is worth considering in more detail.
A model with a rectangular configuration is most often installed against a wall. The table can occupy an extreme position or be placed centrally between two cabinets. For example: the tabletop occupies a window opening, and closed pencil cases are located symmetrically in the walls.
A corner product will help to rationally use the space, since usually the corners of the room remain empty. The cabinet is placed along the wall, and a table is placed perpendicular to it.
Finishing
Any wooden surface requires additional coating. In fact, during operation it will be exposed to humidity, sun, dust and various objects.
First, you need to coat the furniture with a bioprotective agent, then the paint is applied in several layers. If desired, you can also use nail polish. For example, a white table will look beautiful.
Cabinet fronts
The facade is a collection of external elements that hide the contents and determine the appearance of the furniture. Its execution can influence the perception of the parameters of the room: make it visually more spacious or, on the contrary, “eat up” a significant part of the area.
In most cases, the cost of the front part is 70% of the price of the product.
Based on the manufacturing method, solid and paneled structures are distinguished.
The first type is made from solid material: wood, particle board, glass. The advantages include strength and reliability. However, heavy weight increases the load on the cabinet structure.
The second option is deservedly popular. It is distinguished by lower weight and greater possibilities for combining various materials.
The door consists of a frame and an insert. The latter is installed in a special groove, fixed with adhesive, furniture nails, and glazing beads.
The frame is made of wood, MDF, aluminum profile.
The insert materials are solid wood, plastic, plywood, MDF, glass, mirrors.
Design Features
A cabinet-table allows you to create a full-fledged work area and arrange storage space, occupying a minimum of space. This furniture has other advantages:
- low cost compared to the total cost of individual items;
- comfortable use - it will take a few minutes to organize your workspace;
- spaciousness - on shelves hidden from view, it is convenient to place many things;
- versatility - the product fits organically into a room for any purpose;
- wide model range.
The trend is for non-standard furniture models with increased functionality. Alternatively, sliding wardrobes with a table can act as a partition. In a compact children's room, a product is installed that combines a sleeping place, a work area and a closet for storing things and clothes. Such furniture looks very extraordinary and emphasizes the taste and creative abilities of the person who designed the room. Connoisseurs of unique interiors will appreciate models in fusion and modern styles, which embody the bold fantasies of the developers.
Types of computer desks combined with a cabinet
There are several design options in which the computer desk and cabinet are a single product. Such a symbiosis has a number of advantages:
- good capacity makes it possible to place everything you need in one place;
- the compactness of the model will save space for other furnishings;
- a wide selection of models in design, material, with different layouts and contents.
Computer desk with pencil case
A product for working at a computer can be combined with a pencil case. The latter is a tall cabinet of small width, but there is enough space in it to store textbooks and stationery. Drawers are usually installed at the bottom. Shelves are hidden behind the closed door of the upper compartment. This piece of furniture separates the desk from the rest of the room, creating a private workspace.
Computer desk with furniture wall
If the area of the room allows, then you can choose a wall model with a computer desk.
The kit includes elements for various purposes.
- Wardrobe for clothes and shoes.
- Open or closed bookcase with shelves for books.
- Cabinet with drawers.
- Shelves.
One of the shelves can be turned into a computer desk. The nearest compartments will become the location for office equipment and other necessary items. The presence of doors will make it possible to quickly hide the workplace.
If the sash is equipped with a folding mechanism like a secretary, then it can also be adapted as a tabletop. And inside the compartment place a monitor and speakers.
Sometimes the additional surface is hidden under the shelf on which the monitor is mounted.
Built-in cabinet
An interesting solution could be a cabinet with a built-in computer desk. The tabletop, with all the equipment, is hidden behind hinged or sliding doors. Thanks to this, it is possible to unload the space, but at the same time have a full-fledged place to work.
Combined with bed
A children's room usually does not have a large area. But a child needs a full-fledged sleeping place, a table for studying, and a spacious closet. The solution could be a furniture product with a wide range of functions.
For example:
- a loft bed, directly under which a table and wardrobe are placed;
- a corner tabletop located perpendicular to the bed allows you to increase the capacity of the wardrobe;
- a work surface equipped with a special mechanism that makes it possible to move it with all its contents up or down. A bed for night rest is lowered onto the vacated space. During the daytime, it rises and looks like an ordinary cabinet.
Desk for two
If two schoolchildren live in the same room, each of them should have a separate workplace. In this situation, consider several desk options:
- suitable furniture arranged symmetrically. Two rectangular or corner tables located in opposite parts of the room are what is needed for both children to work harmoniously and independently.
- an elongated rectangular table along the wall is also suitable for schoolchildren, only if they do not put pressure on each other. It would be good if there was a partition between the two halves in the form of drawers at the bottom, shelves or a built-in shelving unit.
- a tabletop dividing the children's room from the window into two parts. This solution is suitable for a spacious room. The optimal width of the structure at which children will feel free is 1.6 m.
- An L-shaped desk for two is comfortable, practical, functional and economical (in terms of space saving).
Note: If the tabletop is level with a wide window sill, place the tables opposite each other. You can place books or stands with stationery on the windowsill.
What is a wardrobe with a computer desk?
If you look at it for the first time, you may experience some bewilderment: where, exactly, is the computer desk? That is why this kit goes inextricably and thanks to this it has a number of interesting advantages. The fact is that, firstly, there is no “table” that we are used to, and, secondly, everything is behind the cabinet doors.
Thus, this type of furniture looks like a completely ordinary cabinet, but inside there is space for a computer and everything you need at hand. Options for “insides” are one of the main factors in the variety and choice of such furniture.
First of all, don't be surprised if you don't find anything like a countertop inside. Its role can be played by an ordinary shelf: it will be the center of the internal content, the place where the monitor will be installed. Accordingly, everything under it can be adapted to accommodate and store all computer components, including wires, and on top you can store office supplies, computer disks and everything you need for your desktop.
Sometimes manufacturers make such cabinets with internal filling strictly for computer equipment. Of course, this is more convenient for working on a computer, but it is not universal. Ordinary furniture with shelves can be “re-qualified” for other purposes over time, which means saving you time and money.
In addition to the option hidden behind the doors, it is possible to design the table outside in the same style as the cabinet. In this case we are talking about integrated design.
In terms of location, both linear and angular options are possible for this type of furniture. The choice depends on personal preferences, as well as the geometry of the room. There is not much variety in material; chipboard, laminated chipboard and MDF are most often used, for reasons of practicality and affordability.
Types of tables for computers connected to a cabinet
There are a couple of design options in which the computer desk and cabinet are a single product. A similar association has several positive qualities:
- good spaciousness makes it possible to place everything you need in one place;
- the compactness of the model will make it possible to save space for other furnishings;
- a large range of models in design, material, with different layouts and contents.
Computer desk with pencil case
The product for computer work can be combined with a pencil case. The latter is a large cabinet, not wide, but it has a lot of space to store textbooks and office supplies. In most cases, drawers are placed at the bottom that slide out. Shelves are hidden behind the closed flap of the upper compartment. This piece of furniture separates the desk from the rest of the living space, which helps create a private work space.
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Computer desk with furniture wall
If the area of the room allows, then you can choose a wall model with a computer desk.
The kit includes parts for various purposes.
- Wardrobe and shoes.
- Closed or open shelving with bookshelves.
- Nightstand with drawers.
- Shelves.
One of the shelves can be completely turned into a desk for a computer. The nearest compartments will become the location of office equipment and other necessary items. The presence of doors will allow you to quickly hide the place of work.
If the sash is equipped with a folding mechanism like a secretary, then it can also be adapted as a tabletop. And in the middle of the compartment place a computer screen and speakers.
Sometimes the additional surface is hidden under the shelf on which the computer screen is placed.
Built-in cabinet
A closet with a built-in computer desk could be a good solution. The tabletop, with all the equipment, is hidden behind swinging or sliding doors. Due to this, it is possible to unload the space, but at the same time have a real workplace.
Connected to the bed
A child's room usually does not have a wide area. But a child needs a real place to sleep, a desk, a free closet. The solution may be a furniture product with a wide range of functions.
Eg:
- a bunk bed, under which there is a table and a wardrobe;
- a corner tabletop, located perpendicular to the sleeping area, allows you to increase the capacity of the wardrobe;
- a work surface equipped with a specialized mechanism that allows you to move it with all its contents up or down. A bed for night rest is lowered into the free space. During the day it rises and looks like an ordinary wardrobe.
Options in the interior
When starting the difficult process of choosing a comfortable and functional desk, you first need to familiarize yourself with ready-made examples of using this piece of furniture in the interior.
The laconic monochrome design of the cabinet makes it look good in any interior. It will be appropriate even in the office. This piece of furniture perfectly combines open and closed areas. The table is equipped with a side pencil case for storing books or other things, as well as a spacious storage compartment. It has a very convenient nightstand with a drawer in which you can store personal items or office supplies. Above the console there are shelves for placing books. Another advantage of the table is a retractable shelf for the keyboard. The width of the tabletop allows you to keep the monitor at a sufficient distance from your eyes.
A spacious corner computer desk is indispensable for a student or schoolchild. The size of the working surface allows you to easily place both a desktop computer and leaves room for writing and reading. This parameter becomes of great importance in this case, since the table does not have a pull-out shelf for the keyboard. But it is equipped with a stand for the system unit. The add-on allows you to comfortably place all the necessary books and textbooks. They will always be at hand. In addition, this piece of furniture has an additional compartment for books in the adjacent nightstand with drawers.
A stylish and youthful desk that is also suitable for working at a computer. Its design resembles a bar counter. The set includes a small cabinet with two drawers, which can serve as a stand for office equipment. The table is combined with a spacious bookcase. The advantage of the model is that it can be placed anywhere in the room, including in the corner. By placing it in the center, you can create an interesting zoning effect. The white color of the module refreshes the room.
When arranging a work area for a schoolchild, student or adult, it is important that it meets the following requirements: comfort, functionality, ergonomics. One of the options that combines all these qualities is a computer desk with a cabinet
Desk design in different rooms
The interior of a small room will be perfectly complemented by an aesthetic desk with frosted glass shelves. However, it is advisable to install such furniture for older teenagers. White pull-out cabinets with drawers for storing small items are in perfect harmony with the glass table.
A desk in a metal frame looks original in the interior of a children's room. It is usually covered with thin, light-colored chipboard. Such products not only fit elegantly into the interior, but also have a longer service life.
Bedroom
For the bedroom, more traditional and elegant models are chosen, for example, a hanging option, a console, a desk, a secretary and others. If the room has a niche of sufficient size, it will be a great place to create a work area. If you need extra storage space in your room, use a table and combine it with a shelving unit, chest of drawers, closet or sideboard.
Living room
Drawings are selected in the hall taking into account the individual dimensions of the room. Models should not be too bulky and have a functional and laconic design. In addition, tables are equipped with drawers and shelves. Or they prefer simpler options without additions.
Kitchen
Quite often in the kitchen interior there are convenient hanging models that can be freely placed in a variety of places, tables on window sills or folding options.
Options for placing a desk for a computer
There are a number of factors that should be taken into account when choosing a location for such a large piece of furniture, like a cabinet with a built-in computer desk.
- Availability of the required number of sockets.
- Lack of heating and heating devices nearby.
- Ideal floor surface.
- Natural lighting (if possible).
- Design features.
The last point needs to be considered in more detail.
A model with a square configuration is very often placed near the wall. The table can occupy an extreme position or be placed in the very center between 2 cabinets. For example: the tabletop occupies the window opening, and closed pencil cases are symmetrically placed in the partitions.
A corner product will help you use space correctly, since in most cases room corners remain empty. The cabinet is placed next to the wall, and a table is placed perpendicular to it.
Manufacturing materials and coatings
Different types of materials are suitable for making a computer desk with a cabinet, which makes it possible to choose a product to suit every taste and budget.
Natural wood provides furniture with durability, attractiveness, and environmental safety. Different species are used: oak, ash, beech, etc. In order to emphasize the natural beauty, the surface is varnished, impregnated with special oils, and treated with a beeswax-based product. However, the high cost puts such models into the category of elite ones, which are affordable to few. Chipboard is a slab of chips that is impregnated with resin and pressed.
Pleased with the low price, variety of decorative coatings: laminate, veneer. But it is important to pay attention to the presence of a certificate confirming the absence of evaporation of harmful substances included in the resin (class E0, E1). Products made from chipboard are sensitive to moisture. Under its influence, deformation and destruction of furniture occurs.
Another weak point is the high probability of peeling of the outer coating. MDF is not much more expensive, but is considered safe for health. It is made from wood waste and urea resin or a mixture of paraffin and lignin. The structure of the slab is flexible, which makes it possible to easily produce elements of different sizes and shapes. Finishing is done with veneer, film, special plastic. The table frame is made of metal, and wood, glass, plastic, and slabs made from wood waste are used as tabletops. It is important that the countertop matches the front of the cabinet. Metal parts are chrome-plated, powdered, or sprayed with materials that imitate silver and bronze alloys.
Set of tools
After choosing materials for the future table, you need to prepare the equipment. In addition to standard tools, special devices capable of processing the surface of the countertop may be useful. The list included:
- electric screwdriver;
- Phillips and straight screwdrivers;
- hammer;
- drill;
- ruler;
- building level;
- pencil.
When choosing tools, it is necessary to take into account the subtleties of carpentry. To work you will need a hammer. An electric drill will require a pack of drills of different sizes. You can use a regular tape as a measuring tool.
If the table is made of natural wood, then you will need two machines - a grinder and a milling machine. Assembly will require various fasteners, accessories, and surface finishing tools. This includes wood fasteners, plastic plugs, glue, paints and paint coatings.
Manufacturing materials and coatings
For the production of a computer desk with a cabinet, different types of materials are suitable, which allows you to choose a product to suit every budget and taste.
Real wood provides furniture with durability, attractiveness, and environmental safety. Various species are used: oak, ash, beech, etc. In order to highlight the natural beauty, the surface is varnished, filled with specialized oils, and finished with a beeswax-based product. However, the high price puts such models into the category of expensive ones, which are affordable to few. Chipboard is a slab made from chips that are impregnated with resin and pressed.
Pleased with the low price, variety of decorative coatings: laminate, veneer. However, it is important to pay your own attention to the presence of a certificate confirming the absence of evaporation of harmful substances included in the resin (class E0, E1). Products made from chipboard are susceptible to moisture. Under its influence, the furniture begins to deform and destroy
Another weak point is the high probability of peeling of the outer coating. MDF does not cost much more, but is considered not hazardous to health. It is made from wood waste and urea resin or a mixture of paraffin and lignin. The structure of the plate is flexible, which makes it very easy to make parts of various sizes and shapes. Finishing is done with veneer, film, and specialized plastic. The table frame is made from metal, and wood, glass, plastic, and slabs from wooden waste are used for the tabletop. The main thing is that the countertop is connected to the front of the cabinet. Metal parts are chrome-plated, a powder composition is applied, or materials that replicate silver and bronze alloys are sprayed.
Advantages and disadvantages
Since its inception, transformable furniture has quickly conquered the market. This is because of its obvious superiority over ordinary furniture: it is more economical, takes up less space and allows you to keep everything in order. First of all, by combining several functions, such a cabinet will help save money, because instead of purchasing many things, it is enough to buy only one item. It will serve as a place to store clothes, dishes or books, and a mirror, and a work surface.
Such models are produced for different rooms.
Most often these include small rooms, such as modest kitchens, bedrooms or even bathrooms.
For example, a stylish desk-bureau and a two-in-one wardrobe in the bedroom are folded out in the morning for applying makeup and tidying up. This way, you can save space and money without purchasing a dressing table. This model has a great advantage over an ordinary dressing table, since no one will see its contents. This option is suitable for those who do not always keep cosmetic bottles and tubes in order.
In addition, such a transforming cabinet can easily turn into a workplace. The tabletop can be combined with a wardrobe, but it is especially convenient when open shelves and a variety of drawers are arranged above or around it, allowing you to store work and educational materials. They can also be used to display memorabilia.
A retractable or folding tabletop is also a very convenient option for a narrow kitchen. It allows you to make the most of all space. Everyone who loves to cook dreams of a large workplace, but this is not always possible in our apartments. However, a transforming table will always help out by providing an additional work surface. And then it is easy to clean and put away.
An additional advantage is the variety of models
this piece of furniture. They are available in completely different styles and configurations; the tabletop can extend or fold out, or be built into a furniture set.
Materials
Among the most preferred options for a cabinet-table is, of course, natural wood. This material has the highest hygienic properties. It is considered the most environmentally friendly. Some even argue that wood has an overall positive effect on human health and well-being, concluding that living in interiors made from natural materials can promote improved health and emotional well-being.
In addition, it is a very aesthetic material that can take on any color and texture. But such products can be very expensive. Therefore, many people prefer options made from chipboard. It consists of slabs of compressed sawdust covered with a decorative layer.
Finally, there are plastic models. As a rule, they are used in a limited number of interiors, for example, in high-tech style
When choosing, you need to pay attention to the quality of this material so as not to purchase a toxic product. You should not chase the lowest possible price, as such a product can sometimes disappoint
High-quality plastic or acrylic is a material that is safe for humans and easy to use, which is an important factor when choosing furniture.
Color solution
The owner’s opinion and the existing interior of the room are the main criteria when choosing the color of the table.
The best option for a desk is light shades of beige. It is not allowed to have distracting bright inserts with numbers or letters of the alphabet on the tabletop.
Useful recommendations for arranging a workplace in a closet
When the future owner has decided on the model and configuration of the furniture, it is worth thinking about how to properly arrange the cabinet-table. The process will not cause difficulties if you follow a number of recommendations:
It is advisable to equip several shelves above the table or in one of the cabinet niches for all the essentials.
You can put books on work topics on them, arrange notebooks and folders. It is important to properly allocate space for a computer and other office equipment. In such cases, do not forget about the keyboard shelf under the tabletop, as well as a separate compartment for the system unit
In the lower shelf, it will be possible to equip an additional cooling system in the computer desk, which will allow it to operate smoothly even on the hottest days. The abundance of wires under your feet and on the tabletop is usually annoying; it is better to hide them in a closet with a built-in computer desk. It is worth making sure in advance that there are a sufficient number of holes on the tabletop for wires from a monitor, mouse, keyboard or laptop charger cable. Of course, it is advisable to arrange your workspace in the brightest compartment, but the layout of the room does not always allow you to place the furniture so that it receives a lot of light. In this case, it is necessary to provide a sufficient number of sockets to accommodate a table lamp. In addition, you can install built-in lamps in the shelves above the table, which will make it possible to more evenly illuminate the entire work surface.
When choosing a particular model, it is necessary to check all moving elements for strength, to eliminate the possibility of play, which often leads to very rapid breakdowns of the retractable or folding mechanism.
Equip several shelves
It is advisable to arrange your workspace in the brightest compartment
Correctly distribute the table area for convenient placement of the computer
Equipment
The functionality of the table allows you to increase additional equipment.
- The cabinet, which is also the base, will become a storage place for things. It may consist of shelves, a closed cabinet or drawers.
- To work with a computer, you should purchase a table with a retractable panel and a compartment for the system unit. Instead of the latter, it is better to choose a separate module on wheels to facilitate access to the device. In the part of the superstructure it is more convenient to install office equipment.
- A narrow rack or wardrobe will allow you to rationally organize the space and store everything you need in the work area.
- A desk lamp or sconce will give you the ability to work in the dark.
- Special holders for pens, pencils, rulers and other office supplies will come in handy.
- A superstructure in the form of shelves, cabinets, compartments of different sizes will help create an impromptu office. It can form a single structure with the table or be attached separately to the wall.
- At the bottom it is necessary to provide a footrest and space for a backpack or briefcase.
When deciding which table to choose, you should pay attention to the types of accessories. The functioning of the box depends on its characteristics.
There are two types of systems: roller and ball.
The first option is designed for a load of up to 25 kg. The thickness of metal elements must be at least 1.2 mm. Roller guides are inexpensive, but the drawer opening is only 70%. The equipment makes a loud noise when moving. Rubberized rollers will solve this problem.
The ball system does not have many disadvantages.
- The guides can be installed on any plane.
- The permissible weight of the box is 60 kg.
- Possibility of adjustment in two directions.
- 100% content review.
- The mechanism operates almost silently and will last a long time.
Of course, the price of the products is higher. Drawers can also be equipped with closers and latches.
Drawings and diagrams of computer desks with dimensions
When the question arises of how to make a computer desk with your own hands at home, you should first of all think about the types of these products. This will help you choose a general project and create high-quality drawings, which will greatly simplify your work. The details will subsequently be cut out from them.
There are different types of computer desks:
- Classic
- Corner
- Mounted
- With top shelves
The table must be made exactly following the drawing.
The classic version is a regular rectangular work surface with solid side legs, a pull-out keyboard shelf, drawers and a compartment for the system unit. The length should be from 80 to 150 cm. Depth – 65 – 70 cm. Normal height – 75 cm. If a person’s height is larger than usual, then the height is calculated using the formula: human height X 75/175.
Making a drawing of a table is not difficult.
The drawings for this model are the easiest to complete - just measure the desired length and width of the product. Once the dimensions of the tabletop have been determined, you can draw out the dimensions of the remaining compartments.
Make sure you have all the necessary tools. Be sure to check that you have worked out all the details and have not forgotten anything.
The model with top shelves is similar to the classic one. But it has shelves built above the work surface. This option is very convenient for small spaces, or for installation in the play area of the family room or next to the kitchen table.
Use quality materials to make the table.
You can install a printer, books, or put necessary things on the top shelf. Here they will always be at hand. Making a drawing for this model also begins with determining the dimensions of the tabletop. After this, the dimensions of the sidewalls are determined.
Prepare all the parts to assemble the table.
Their width should be equal to the width of the table, height 160-180 cm. At this height you can place 1 or 2 shelves for small items. At the bottom there is space for the system unit. For convenience, you can place a couple of drawers or shelves.
A corner table will be more difficult to make.
Corner products come in two types. The simplest option is when a person is positioned perpendicular to one wall and parallel to the other. This is the most convenient model, but it takes up more space in the room. The working space of such a product consists of two rectangles connected perpendicularly. On one side there will be a monitor and keyboard. On the other hand - a printer, papers, and small items.
After preparing the drawings, it is necessary to calculate the required material.
When making a drawing, the dimensions of the main tabletop where the monitor will be located are first determined. Then the dimensions of the additional working surface are determined. After this, the sidewalls and the bottom support in the corner are created.
You can choose any material for the table top.
Another model of a corner table requires the user to sit diagonally in the corner. This is the most difficult option to manufacture. To create this drawing, you first need to determine the size of the side parts and then, relative to the size of the sidewalls, calculate the size of the tabletop. The working diagonal should be 60-70 cm long. The depth of corner furniture should be 80-85 cm.
The legs can be made of metal.
The suspended version assumes the absence of legs. In this case, the tabletop is attached directly to the wall. Typically this option is used for country houses. This model is placed in a corner, attached to both walls using furniture corners.
The table may have no legs.
Tips for choosing a desk for a schoolchild
- recommended tabletop dimensions 150x80 cm;
- The height of the table for a person 175 cm tall should be 70-80 cm, in this case it is necessary to take into account the proportions of the legs and body. The lower thoracic ribs should rest against the edge of the tabletop;
- legs under the table should be at an angle of 90 degrees to the floor;
- hands should rest freely on the tabletop;
- the number of drawers, chests of drawers and niches for a system unit or laptop must correspond to the needs of the desk user;
- The surface of the tabletop should be coated with a matte varnish that does not tire the eyes. Dark yellow and orange tones are best;
- a durable and reliable table with metal fittings will serve more than one generation of future scientists, engineers, and writers.
Selection of materials
When choosing a table for a child, you definitely shouldn’t buy expensive models made of valuable wood, as the surface will be hopelessly damaged during use. Children draw on the work surface with pens, felt-tip pens, compasses and even scissors, as their creativity knows no bounds. On the other hand, it also doesn’t make sense to buy a table with a cheap plastic finish: it may be too fragile and, in addition, toxic.
When purchasing a table for a child, you should not overpay for the design, because the main thing is functionality and durability.
When choosing a table for an adult, the question of choosing materials is different:
- Nothing beats a durable, reliable solid wood table. Possessing a status and noble appearance, a wooden table will serve you for many years. This is not only a functional thing, but also a worthy element of the interior. A good desk should have drawers to store important documents. It can also be equipped with a rolling cabinet. If you plan to work not only with paper media, but also use a laptop or PC, then the desk should be equipped with technological holes for the cables of equipment and a table lamp.
- In second place after wood are materials such as MDF and chipboard, they have:
- Durability.
- High wear resistance.
- A variety of colors and textures, which allows you to perfectly match the color of the table to the rest of the furniture in the room.
- Depending on the style of your interior, the tabletop can be made of tempered glass; this model will fit into a minimalist modern design.
- In addition, a table made of acrylic stone, agglomerate, ceramics, natural stone and many other materials looks very fresh and stylish.
Thanks to the variety of models and materials, you can choose a table with unique parameters.
To learn how to choose a desk for a schoolchild, watch the following video.
Build process
The table is assembled in a certain order. Following the outlined plan greatly simplifies the production process and ultimately produces a high-quality product.
It includes several stages:
- Frame assembly. The table surfaces are fastened by two transverse walls.
- Installing legs from the sides of the table.
- Installing the tabletop after assembling the main frame. All assembly units are connected with fasteners. After installation, the torque of all clamping units must be checked. If the desk has additional shelves, you will need more corners
Peculiarities
Nowadays, you can’t do without a computer desk. These pieces of furniture are special in that they can be used in a wide variety of settings. This could be a city apartment or a private house, a small or large office, as well as a government or entertainment institution. Thanks to multitasking, such furniture can be safely called universal.
Moreover, such designs are often located in both adults and children’s bedrooms, because today even the youngest users easily master the appropriate technology. A properly selected computer desk is perfect for work, play and relaxation. These interior items are multifunctional, since they can be used not only for working on a laptop or desktop PC.
Often, models with large and spacious countertops are divided into two halves. One of them is dedicated directly to the computer, and the second becomes a writing area. As a rule, such tables are of impressive size, but they are very convenient to use.
Such widespread and sought-after furniture finds its place in almost any room of the home. This can be not only a serious study or a schoolchild’s bedroom, but also a living room, a library and even a kitchen (if we are talking about a studio apartment).
Working and studying at such a table should be as comfortable as possible, which is why modern furniture factories produce many options with very different structures, as well as different lengths, heights and widths.
The fact is that when working on a structure of inappropriate dimensions, the user will feel very uncomfortable and uncomfortable. Moreover, constant use of such tables can cause significant harm to human health. So, working behind a model that is too low, you will have to constantly bend over and lean your body forward, which over time can lead to serious curvature of the spine and stooping, not to mention the nagging pain that can become your constant companions.
You need to take the dimensions of the computer desk you plan to buy for your child no less seriously.
Here it is very important to pay attention not only to the width and length of the tabletop, but also to the height of the structure as a whole. If you do not want to harm the growing body, then the computer desk for it must be selected correctly
Of course, the choice of furniture of certain dimensions largely depends on how many items you plan to place on it. If there are not many of them, then you can get by with a compact model with a small countertop.
Style solutions for desks
A desk is a piece of furniture just like other furniture. Therefore, it is necessary to ensure that it does not violate the overall style. Knowing this feature, manufacturers produce models in a variety of styles.
- Classical. The tables are distinguished by austerity and a certain simplicity. Only simple geometric shapes are used, the furniture is universal. The legs can be used for decoration.
- Provence. Differs in light shades, aging may be used. If the tabletop is wooden, it is left untouched. You can use sculptural figures.
- Mezzanine. A variety of materials are often combined here. Furniture in dark colors, without decoration.
- High tech. Involves simple or rounded lines. An abundance of metal, glass and plastic.
Knowing how to choose the right table will help you get the right furniture without any hassle. When purchasing, you should consider not only technical characteristics, but also personal needs.
Accessories
According to the opening method, cabinet doors are divided into swinging, compartment, tilting, folding.
- The first type is considered the most durable and reliable. When opened, they provide a 100% overview of the contents and perform their functions very quietly. The canvases are fixed to the walls using furniture hinges. The main disadvantage is the mandatory presence of free space for the free movement of the valves.
- If there is a need to save space, you need to choose a wardrobe. In this design, the door leaf moves along guides along the facade. In such a model, when opened, there is always a “dead” territory, inaccessible to the eye. Another disadvantage is that the door system takes up to 10 cm of useful volume, is expensive, and has a shorter service life.
- The folding mechanism (gas lift) lowers or raises the sash. Suitable for small compartments.
- The folding view occupies a transitional position between the first and second options. The door leaf is divided into several sections (minimum 2), which are fastened together with hinges. After folding, the structure moves to the side along the upper guide. Using such a model gives a gain in area, since several times less space is required. Slight instability of the door leaf can be removed by installing a bottom rail.