What size computer desk do I need for dual monitors?

Two 27-inch monitors side by side take up about 52 to 60 inches of desk width. To use dual monitors comfortably with room for a keyboard and mouse, a desk should be at least 55 to 60 inches wide. A 60-inch desk is the minimum; 72 inches gives enough room to also have a notebook, lamp, and speakers without cluttering the workspace. Depth matters too: monitors typically sit 20 to 30 inches from your eyes, so a 24-inch-deep desk may leave monitors too close.

What desk height is correct for typing?

The standard desk height of 28 to 30 inches works for people 5'8" to 6'2" when seated in a chair with seat height adjusted correctly. Your elbows should be at roughly 90 degrees while typing, with wrists flat -- not bent up or down. If the desk is too high, raise the chair and add a footrest. Adjustable-height or standing desks let you change position throughout the day, which reduces fatigue and back strain.

Do I need a dedicated home office desk or can I use a regular table?

A regular table works for occasional use but tends to fall short over time. Office desks are deeper (24 to 30 inches vs a dining table's 36 to 42 inches) and keep the monitor at the right distance. They also often include built-in cable management and storage for peripherals. If you are working 4 or more hours per day at the desk, purpose-built office furniture is worth the investment for ergonomic and organizational reasons.

Computer Desks | Quality Home Furniture

A computer desk is sized and designed specifically for a desktop computer setup -- typically including a keyboard tray or pull-out shelf below the main surface, cable management provisions, and sometimes a monitor riser or hutch. Standard computer desk widths run 48 to 60 inches; depths 24 to 30 inches. If your setup is a laptop, a simple writing desk works as well; if you have a desktop tower, monitor, and peripherals, a desk with dedicated storage slots or a CPU holder underneath keeps the surface less cluttered. We carry computer desks in several configurations.

Home Office Furniture: How to Set Up a Space You'll Actually Want to Work In -- desk sizing, monitor placement, and what makes a home office functional.

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