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From softly rounded edges to sculpted wood bases, these desks bring character to the workspace without getting in the way of the work itself.
Wave Edge Solid Wood Desk
Large Red Oak Solid Wood Desk
Black Walnut Solid Wood Desk
Oval-End Grand Desk
Solid Wood Desk with Oak Veneer
L-Shaped Executive Desk with Storage - Walnut Brown
L-Shaped Executive Desk with Storage - Natural Oak
Two-Tone Solid Wood Desk
Plank Office Desk
Dark Wood Desk with Split-Top Design
Large Soft Edge Desk
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How to Choose a Desk
Four checks before you buy, for comfortable computer work.
Compare Our Best Sellers
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| Desk Shape | Rectangular | Rounded Rectangular | L-Shaped | Rectangular |
| Desktop Size | 63"W × 31.5"D | 90.6"W × 43.3"D | 62.4"W × 59.1"D (overall) | 83.9"W × 39.4"D |
| Height | 29.6"–44.9" adjustable | 31.1" fixed | 82.7" overall (with shelving) | 31.1" fixed |
| Tabletop Capacity | 110 lbs | 440 lbs | 88 lbs | 220 lbs |
| Built-In Storage | None | None | 8 drawers, cabinets & open shelves | None |
Desk Questions, Answered
Quick answers on desk height, size, standing desks, materials and layout before you choose.
What is the standard height of a desk?
About 28–30 in, with 29–30 in the most common. The right height for you puts the keyboard at about seated elbow height, with your elbows bent near 90 degrees. If a desk is too high, raise your chair and add a footrest. More in standard desk height.
What size desk do I need?
About 40–48 in wide for a laptop. For computer work, ergonomic guidelines suggest at least about 46 in wide (60 in or more recommended) and 30 in or more deep, so the monitor sits about an arm's length away. Executive and dual-monitor setups often use 70–90 in.
How high should a standing desk be?
At about standing elbow height, so your elbows bend at 90 degrees and your wrists stay straight, roughly 38–46 in for many adults. Our Height Adjustable Standing Desk adjusts from 29.6 to 44.9 in and saves four heights. See standing desk height.
How often should I switch between sitting and standing?
Change position often rather than standing all day. A widely cited pattern from Cornell University is about 20 minutes sitting, 8 minutes standing and 2 minutes moving every half hour. Start with short standing periods and use an anti-fatigue mat.
Is a solid wood desk better than MDF?
Solid wood is stronger, lasts longer and can be refinished, but it's heavier and costs more. Veneer over a stable core gives a real wood surface with less movement. MDF is smooth and affordable but swells if wet and can't be refinished. Full comparison: solid wood desk guide.
Where should I put my desk in a home office?
Ideally where you can see the door, with windows to your side to cut screen glare, and with a bookshelf or clean wall behind you for video calls. Leave at least about 36 in behind the desk for your chair. Ideas in home office layout.
Can two people share one desk?
Yes. For computer work, allow about 46–60 in of width per person. Long, deep desks of 84–90 in, like the Plank Office Desk or Oval-End Grand Desk, fit two people with laptops or one monitor each. Plan about 10 ft or more for two dual-monitor setups.
How do I care for a wood desk?
Dust with a soft cloth, wipe spills straight away and dry the surface, and use coasters and a desk pad. Avoid abrasive cleaners and silicone sprays, keep the desk out of strong direct sun, and keep it away from radiators and heating vents.
Home Office Guides
Set the right height, choose the right materials and plan a workspace that works with our practical guides.
Size guideStandard Desk Height and Dimensions: How Tall Should a Desk Be?
Standard desk height, depth and width, a desk height chart by your height, and how to set your chair, keyboard and monitor...
ErgonomicsStanding Desk Height: How to Set It Up and How Long to Stand
How to find the right standing desk height, how often to switch between sitting and standing, how to set memory presets, and...
Buying guideSolid Wood Desk Guide: Solid Wood vs. Veneer vs. MDF, and Care Tips
Solid wood vs. veneer, plywood, MDF and particleboard desks, the hardest woods for a desk, what to look for in a large...
IdeasHome Office Layout Ideas: Where to Put Your Desk
Where to put a desk in a home office, whether to face the door or the window, clearances, L-shaped and two-person layouts,...