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Computer Desks, U Shaped Desks, Corner Desks, More...
Computer Desks, Laptop Desks, Writing Desks, More...
Executive Desks, L Shaped Desks, Office Suites, More...
Solid Wood Desks, Wood Veneer Desks, Office Suites, More...
Wood Veneer Desks, Laminate Desks, Glass Top Desks, More...
Student Desks, Computer Carts, Computer Armoires, More...
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Which Type of Desk is Right for You?
| | Computer Desks
Perfect for both business and home office use, computer desks come in all shapes and sizes. Computer desks provide features such as keyboard trays, wire management and CPU storage.
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| | Executive Desks
An executive desk is a large, freestanding desk supported by two pedestals. The pedestals contain file cabinets and storage drawers while a center drawer is often placed between the two pedestals for additional storage. An executive desk can be used separately or, as is most often the case, combined with other elements to create an executive office suite. |
| | L-Desks
L-desks make excellent use of space, allowing a corner to be utilized more effectively. The L-shaped desk provides a computer work surface and an additional surface for writing or conferencing, its like two desks in one! Most L-desks also have additional storage, allowing for more of the work surface to remain clear. |
| | Corner Desks
Shaped to make the best use of corners, these desks help you maximize your workspace. Ranging from large L-Shaped desks to small corner units and tall corner towers these desks are perfect for offices with limited room. |
| | U-Desks
The U-desk is similar to the L-desk but with even more work surface. The U-desk is usually made up of an executive desk and a credenza with a bridge connecting the two to form a “U” shape. The U-desk provides ample work and storage space and is perfect for someone that spends a lot of time at their desk working on a variety of tasks including writing, computer work and meetings. |
| | Office Credenza
An office credenza is usually a secondary work surface to that of another desk, such as an executive desk. It is often placed against a wall behind and in close proximity to the main desk. The credenza is often used as the computer work surface, which allows the main desk to be used for writing or conferencing. |
|  | Storage Credenza
A storage credenza is similar in size and shape to the office credenza but contains enclosed storage compartments and does not have a kneehole space for seating. A storage credenza is often placed along a wall or in a conference area for additional storage. |
|  | Armoires
All the function of a computer desk with the freedom of clutter-hiding doors, computer armoires are the perfect solution for mixed use areas. Computer armoires are styled like traditional stand-up wardrobes but contain the space and features necessary for monitors, CPUs, keyboards, printers, etc. They often contain sliding shelves so that access to printers, keyboards and other equipment is easier. |
|  | Writing Desks
Traditionally, a writing desk was used for writing letters by hand. Today, writing desks are more often used as laptop desks or compact office space for home offices. Many writing desks have storage compartments or tops that allow the surface to remain neat and your work kept private. Although writing desks come in a wide variety of styles, many have retained the historical charm of the traditional writing desks allowing them to serve double-duty as accent pieces in home offices or waiting areas. |
|  | Laptop Desks
Similar to writing desks, laptop desks provide appropriate space for laptop usage but do not typically provide CPU storage or wire management necessary for large desktop set-ups. Laptop desks come in a variety of styles and configurations, making them very adaptable and convenient. Although all writing desks are also considered laptop desks, not all laptop desks are writing desks. |
|  | Student Desks
Student desks are perfect for smaller offices, placing everything you need in a compact footprint. These desks are smaller than executive desks and typically have one or no pedestals. |
|  | Modular Workstations
Modular pieces fit easily together in different configurations to allow your office or workspace to grow and change along with your current needs. Modular workstations allow you to choose only the pieces you need and add on as additional storage or work areas are needed. |
|  | Computer Carts
Easy to roll out of the way when not needed, these useful carts allow sturdy flexibility for today's offices. Computer carts have everything you need to set up a computer workstation with the added benefit of mobility. |
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Adjustable Glides: Support device for leveling or stabilizing furniture on uneven flooring. Alternately referred to as "levelers" or "height adjusters."
ANSI: American National Standards Institute. ANSI/BIFMA Safety and Performance Standards are developed by the BIFMA (see below) Engineering Committee. The standards are reviewed every five years according to guidelines established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI). The standards are intended to provide manufacturers, specifiers, and users with a common basis for evaluating safety, durability, and the structural adequacy of furniture items, independent of construction materials.
Anti-Rebound: This feature ensures that a drawer will stay closed and not spontaneously roll out of its opening or recoil when the it is closed with normal force.
Base Cap: A solid wood cap that fits over part of a metal base.
BIFMA: Business and Institutional Furniture Manufacturers Association. ANSI/BIFMA Safety and Performance Standards are developed by the BIFMA Engineering Committee. The standards are reviewed every five years according to guidelines established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI). The standards are intended to provide manufacturers, specifiers, and users with a common basis for evaluating safety, durability, and the structural adequacy of furniture items, independent of construction materials.
Book Match: Sheets of laminate or veneer are laid so that the back of one sheet is matched to the face of an adjacent sheet, like facing pages in a book. This results in a mirrored grain pattern. Most commonly used in matching plain sliced veneers.
Box Drawer: Typically the top or middle drawer in a pedestal, usually 6" in height. Box drawers are named for the card boxes in which bankers would keep account information.
Bridge: The piece that connects the desk and credenza in a "U" shaped desk configuration.
Bullet Top: Usually used in place of a standard desk in "L" and "U" configurations, a bullet top is essentially a writing table that gets its name from its shape. Viewed from above, it's shaped like the cross section of a bullet, with the rounded end typically supported by a cylindrical metal post. Bullet tops are also sometimes referred to as an island conference top.
Casegoods: Generally refers to desks, credenzas, file cabinets, and/or bookcases constructed of solid wood, laminate or wood veneer.
Catalyzed Lacquer: Lacquer is a clear coating, usually glossy, applied to wood for protection or appearance. Catalyzed lacquer contains a catalyst that decreases the curing time of the lacquer.
Center Drawer: Also referred to as a pencil drawer. This drawer is mounted beneath the work surface, usually centered between two pedestals.
Chassis: The body of a desk. Refers to all parts below the work surface.
Credenza: A piece of office furniture having a long flat top and often containing file drawers, a kneehole, and accessories for a computer.
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Double Dowel: A term referring to the construction of a desk or chair frame in which the connecting pieces of wood are joined by two dowels, usually with glue and pin-nailed for extra support.
Double Pedestal Desk: A desk with two drawer pedestals.
Dovetail: A flaring joint between two pieces of wood, forming an interlocking tight fit.
Dowel: A small, rounded piece of wood usually made of birch or maple, used for making or strengthening joints.
Drawer Configuration: The pattern or layout of drawers within a pedestal often seen as box/box/file or file/file.
Drawer Dividers: A partition in a box drawer that separates or divides the front portion from the back portion.
End Panels: Vertical side panels that help support the work surface of a desk or credenza.
Ergonomic: Specially designed furniture, usually referring to chairs, which cradle the body and reduce fatigue.
Executive "L": An "L" shaped desk consisting of a 72"W main desk and a return.
Executive "U": A "U" shaped desk consisting of a 72"W main desk, a bridge, and a 72”W credenza.
Face Veneer: The veneer on the most visible surfaces.
Fiberboard: A composition board consisting of fine thread-like fibers of wood bonded together with synthetic resins.
File Drawer: A drawer designed to accommodate letter and/or legal size file folders, usually 12" in height. Some file drawers are 15"H to allow room for EDP binders.
Flake Board: A composition board consisting of the flat shaving-like flakes of wood bonded together with synthetic resins.
Full-to-Floor Pedestals: When pedestals extend to the floor below the work surface.
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Ganging: Refers to linking multiple chairs or tables together into one larger unit.
Graining: The process of printing a natural wood grain pattern onto another surface that may or may not be wood product.
Grommet: A plastic covering for an opening primarily in casegood tops for routing wires and cords away from the work surface.
GSA Contract (General Services Administration): : Contract used by government organizations to obtain special pricing from suppliers.
Hardwood: Designates lumber produced from broad-leafed or deciduous trees in contrast to softwood produced from evergreen trees or coniferous trees.
High Pressure Laminate (HPL): A plastic surface sheet bonded to a wood or engineered wood core. High-pressure laminate is the most durable laminate available, and is resistant to scratches, stains, and heat.
Hutch: A piece of furniture with open shelves or doored cabinets that sits on top of a desk or credenza to provide extra storage space.
Inside Delivery: A special request to have the furniture delivered inside the customer's facility. This service is usually handled by a specialty delivery company.
KD (Knocked Down): The product is shipped completely unassembled to save in freight fees and will require full assembly by the end user.
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Laminate: A paper or plastic surface material bonded to a hardwood or engineered wood core. Laminate finishes are used in place of real wood to lower cost, and in many cases, improve durability. Laminates come in several varieties, from basic paper and melamine laminates to commercial grade high-pressure varieties. Paper and melamine are typically more cost effective than actual wood veneer, and high-pressure laminate (see definition above) is more durable than real wood.
Leasing: An alternative to purchasing furniture available to qualified customers. Leasing is done through a third-party leasing company.
Mitered: Refers to pieces cut at 45 degree angles and then joined together to form a 90 degree corner.
Modesty Panel: The vertical panel on the front of a desk or credenza that conceals the kneehole opening. May be 3/4 length or reach fully to the floor.
Molding: A decorative panel or strip around the top or base of furniture, used for ornamentation or finishing.
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Overhang: Refers to a desk or credenza top extending horizontally past the end of the desk or credenza chassis.
Paper Foil Laminate: The most affordable type of laminate, in which a sheet of paper foil is either glued or thermally bonded to a wood or engineered wood core.
Particle Board: Board made from particles of wood mixed with a resin-type adhesive formed into a mat, then heated and pressed to produce a dense panel, smooth on both sides, much the color of oatmeal.
Pedestal: The drawer section of a desk or modular unit. Pedestals either support the work surface or are suspended from the work surface.
Radius Styling: Refers to a contemporary styled casegood that has rounded edges and corners.
Return: A piece of furniture that attaches to a desk to form an "L" shaped configuration. Usually has one drawer pedestal and is missing a leg on the side that attaches to the desk.
Routing: The act of milling out a wood or metal surface.
RTA (Ready-to-Assemble): Products shipped unassembled requiring final assembly by the end user. Less expensive than assembled furniture, popular manufacturer names include Sauder, Bush and Bestar.
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Sealing: The process of applying finishing materials by immersing the object to be coated into the liquid.
Secretarial "L" Desk: An "L" shaped desk consisting of a 60" OR 66"W main desk and a return.
Sheen Level: The degree of luster of the finishing materials, usually topcoats.
Storage Credenza: A credenza with sliding or hinged doors in the space between the two pedestals. Also referred to as a closed credenza or door credenza.
Suspended Pedestals: Refers to a drawer pedestal that is mounted to the underside of a worksurface OR return and does not extend fully to the floor.
Suspension: Refers the hardware that allows a drawer to slide open and closed.
T-Mold: Protective plastic edge banding that minimizes nicks and chipping on the top surface of desks and tables. The name refers to the shape of the banding when seen in cross-section.
Tailgate Delivery: Typical delivery method whereby the trucking company is only required to deliver the furniture to the back of the truck. The customer must take it from there.
Tempered Hardboard: Elements that are mixed to form a very dense fiberboard with a smooth surface.
Thermally Fused Laminate (TFL): Refers to a plastic laminate that is heated to fuse directly to a wood or engineered wood core material.
Tongue & Groove: A joint made by fitting a tongue on the edge of a board into a matching groove on another board.
Tray Drawer: A drawer that is generally 4" in height.
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U Shaped Workstation: A piece of furniture consisting of a single pedestal desk and a single pedestal credenza connected on one side by a flat top and modesty panel (a bridge.)
Veneer: A thin strip of real wood glued on to a substrate of plywood or particleboard.
Waterfall: Term used for the design of the front of a seat cushion. The waterfall shape avoids restriction of circulation of blood in the thighs and lower legs.
Work Surface: The top of the desk.
Writing Slides: A term referring to small writing surfaces that are pulled out from top of pedestal to extend writing surface on desk.
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