Computer Desk Home Office Desks with Drawers

Organise Your Office Using Computer Desks With Drawers

If you spend plenty of time at your computer, you'll want to be able to get at everything quickly and comfortably. Computer desks with drawers can help you to keep the things you need within easy reach. On eBay you'll discover a large range of inexpensive examples of this vital piece of home office furniture.

How many drawers will you need?

Even if you like to keep things minimalist, a drawer or two can be very handy for storing stationery such as envelopes or pens. If you frequently need to refer to paper books, then a deep, sturdy drawer can help keep these accessible. You may also want to consider a drawer to store small peripherals such as a spare mouse or USB cables. If you use files, then look for drawers which come with dividers, so you can avoid wasting time searching through the pile.

Choose a shape that fits your office or work room

Although most desks are rectangular, you can easily find a computer desk to fit an oddly-shaped area. Possibilities include:

  • L-shaped: This design adds extra working space, plus it lets you divide your room between work and leisure areas.
  • U-shaped: An office desk like this has even more working area and space for multiple desk drawers, so it could be useful if you need a great deal of storage space.
  • Corner: This type of computer desk can be very compact, making it an ideal choice for those working in smaller rooms.
How can you choose the right material?

Browse through the listings on eBay and you'll find computer desks with drawers made from all sorts of materials. A wood desk is a classic, attractive option, and one which looks good in almost any setting. If you'd prefer something a little more contemporary, then laminate-finished wood combines the solidity of wood with simple, easy-to-clean surfaces. If you need to store a lot of heavy items such as printers on your desk, you may want to think about a metal workstation table; these can also come in a wide range of colors.

Pull-out trays can be highly convenient

If you're picking a desk for your home office, you may want it out of the way as much as possible while you're not using it. A sliding drawer or two for the likes of keyboards and mice can really help here. When you're not working, you can slide the keyboard, printer, or mouse tray out of the way - check photos on eBay to see whether the desk you're considering has enough space for your needs. A computer tray can even slide a whole PC including its monitor away from view, ready to be restored quickly as soon as you need it.