Office Furniture for Home Workspaces and Small Offices
Office furniture is the set of pieces that let you work comfortably for hours: a desk at the right height, a chair that supports your back, and storage that keeps papers and equipment within reach. This collection at Easy Life Markets covers computer desks, L shaped and corner desks, electric standing desks, office and gaming chairs, filing cabinets, printer stands and bookcases. We sell every item here directly, and each product page lists the size, materials, options, current price and availability.
What should you buy first? Start with the desk and chair, because you touch them all day. Pick a desk that fits your room and your screens, then a chair that adjusts to that desk height. Add a filing cabinet or printer stand once you know what needs storing. The guide below covers each type of office furniture, the measurements that matter, and examples from our current range. We add new pieces over time, so the advice applies to new arrivals too.
What This Office Furniture Collection Includes
A working space needs three things: a surface, a seat and storage. Everything in this collection fits one of those jobs.
- Desks. Straight computer desks, small corner desks, L shaped desks with drawers, and electric height-adjustable standing desks.
- Chairs. Mesh task chairs, padded executive chairs, reclining office chairs, racing style chairs and gaming chairs, some with footrests or massage cushions.
- Filing and storage. Metal filing cabinets with locks, mobile printer stands with drawers, and bookcases for reference material.
This page sits inside our furniture collection, which covers every room. For a wider choice of seating, including dining and accent chairs, see the chairs collection.
Office Desks: Types and How to Choose
Straight and Small Corner Desks
A straight desk is the simplest option and fits most rooms. A small corner desk makes use of a corner that would otherwise be empty, which helps in bedrooms and flats. Look for side shelves if you need somewhere for books or a router. Our 80 cm small corner desk with side shelves comes with an optional chair, which keeps a compact workspace simple to buy.
L Shaped Desks
An L shaped desk gives two work zones: one for a computer, one for writing, drawing or a second screen. It suits people who spread out or switch between tasks. Check which side the return goes on, or whether it is reversible. Our range includes the 47 inch L shaped computer desk with reversible shelves, and the 59 inch L shaped desk with drawers, fluted fronts, a storage cabinet and a charging station. The second is a good fit if you want storage and power built in.
Electric Standing Desks
A standing desk lets you switch between sitting and standing during the day. Electric models raise and lower the top with a motor and a control panel. Check the height range against your own standing elbow height, and check the top size against your monitors. Our 63 inch electric L shaped standing desk with drawers combines a corner layout with height adjustment.
Key Desk Measurements
Width decides how many screens fit. Depth decides how far the screen sits from your eyes; deeper desks are easier on the neck with large monitors. Height matters most. For seated work, your forearms should rest roughly level with the desk when your shoulders are relaxed. Leave clearance under the desk for your knees and a chair base. Compare these figures on each product page with your room plan before you order.
Office Chairs: Mesh, Padded and Gaming Styles
Mesh Task Chairs
Mesh backs let air through, so they stay cooler during long sessions. They also flex to follow your back. Flip-up arms let you tuck the chair under a desk or sit closer to the work surface. See the mesh task chair with white frame and flip-up arms and the reclining mesh office chair with headrest, which comes in six colour options.
Padded and Executive Chairs
Padded chairs feel softer and suit people who like to lean back between tasks. Reclining models with footrests let you take a proper break without leaving the desk. Our reclining executive office chair with footrest and massage options is one example.
Racing Style and Gaming Chairs
Gaming chairs borrow the high back and side bolsters of racing seats. Most add a headrest pillow, a lumbar cushion and a deep recline. They work for office tasks as well as games. Our current range includes the racing style office chair with gas lift, the high-back gaming chair with footrest, the reclining gaming chair with latex cushion, the massage gaming chair with USB lumbar pillow, and the pink and white reclining gaming chair.
How to Fit a Chair to Your Desk
Set the seat height first. Your feet should rest flat on the floor with knees at roughly a right angle. Then check that the desk sits at elbow height. If the desk is fixed and too high, raise the chair and add a footrest. Adjust the backrest so the lumbar support meets the curve of your lower back. The principles of ergonomics boil down to this: fit the furniture to the person, not the other way round.
Filing Cabinets, Printer Stands and Bookcases
Storage is the part of office furniture people forget until the desk is buried. A filing cabinet keeps documents flat and organised. A lock adds a basic layer of privacy for personal papers. Our range has the 3 drawer black metal filing cabinet with lock and the 4 drawer white metal file cabinet with locks. Three drawers fit under or beside most desks. Four drawers hold more but stand taller.
A printer on the desk wastes space. A mobile printer stand with a drawer and cupboard rolls beside the desk and stores paper and ink underneath. For books and binders, the 5 tier industrial bookcase gives wide open shelves. More bookcases and racks are in our storage and shelving collection.
Specifications to Check Before You Order
Desk Materials and Frames
Most home desks use an engineered wood top on a steel frame. The top gives a smooth surface and a range of finishes. The frame carries the weight. Check the frame shape: a T or U shaped leg leaves more knee room than a panel end, and cross bars at the back add stiffness. If you lean on the desk or use heavy monitors, a steel frame with a back brace will wobble less. Read the product page for the top thickness and frame material where they are listed.
Chair Adjustments That Matter
Seat height is the one adjustment every chair needs. After that, look at the details below. Each one changes how a chair feels after a few hours.
- Seat width and depth. You should sit with your back against the backrest and a small gap between the seat edge and the back of your knees.
- Armrests. Fixed arms are simple. Flip-up arms let the chair slide under a desk. Arms should let your shoulders stay relaxed.
- Recline and tilt lock. A recline you can lock upright is better for typing. A deeper recline is for breaks.
- Headrest and lumbar support. Pillows or built-in supports help if you lean back often.
- Footrest. A pull-out footrest turns a desk chair into a resting chair.
- Base and castors. A five-star base is the usual design. On hard floors, a chair mat protects the surface and helps the chair roll.
Storage Specifications
For filing cabinets, check the number of drawers, whether they take hanging folders, the overall height, and whether the cabinet has a lock. For printer stands, measure your printer footprint and compare it with the top surface. Castors are useful if you move the stand to reach cables, and lockable castors keep it still while you print.
Power and Cables
A desk with a built-in charging station saves an extension lead on the desk top. An electric standing desk needs a socket nearby and enough cable slack to reach its highest position. Plan cable routes before you build, so leads run behind the desk legs and not across the floor.
Screens, Lighting and Comfort
Good office furniture works best with the screen in the right place. Set the top of the monitor at or slightly below eye level, about an arm's length away. With two screens, place the main one straight in front and the second to the side, which is where an L shaped desk helps. Laptop users benefit from a stand and a separate keyboard so the screen can rise to eye level.
Light matters too. Natural light from the side reduces glare. A desk lamp fills shadows in the evening. Avoid placing the screen directly in front of a bright window. Small things like these turn a set of furniture into a place you can work in all day.
Office Furniture Comparison Table
| Piece | Best for | Check on the product page | Space needed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small corner desk | Bedrooms, flats, light laptop work | Width, depth, shelf layout | One corner |
| L shaped desk | Two screens, mixed tasks | Both side lengths, return side, drawers | Corner plus two walls |
| Electric standing desk | Long days, sit and stand routine | Height range, top size, controls | Corner or wall, plus a socket |
| Mesh task chair | Warm rooms, upright work | Seat height range, arm type | Room to swivel and roll |
| Reclining or gaming chair | Long sessions with breaks | Recline, footrest, cushions | Space behind for recline |
| Filing cabinet | Documents and records | Drawer count, lock, height | Beside or under desk |
| Printer stand | Printer, paper and supplies | Top size, drawers, castors | Next to desk |
Planning Your Office Layout
Put the desk where light comes from the side, not behind the screen and not straight into your eyes. Keep the most-used items within arm's reach and the rest further away. Leave at least enough room behind the chair to push back and stand up without hitting a wall or bed. If cables trail across the floor, move the desk closer to a socket or use a desk with a built-in charging station.
In a shared room, an L shaped desk in a corner keeps the work zone contained. In a narrow room, a straight desk against the long wall and a printer stand on wheels keeps the floor clear. Our blog has a full guide to planning a home workspace with layout ideas and lighting tips.
Assembly, Safety and Care
Assembly Tips
Most desks, chairs and cabinets arrive flat-packed. Check the parts list first and build on a clear floor. Tighten bolts once the frame is together and square, not before. On chairs, make sure the gas lift cylinder seats fully in the base and seat before you sit.
Standing Desk Safety
Keep the area under and around an electric desk clear of furniture and cables before raising or lowering it. Do not exceed the load figure stated on the product page. Route cables with enough slack for the full height range.
Filing Cabinet Safety
Open one drawer at a time and load the bottom drawers first. A full top drawer pulled out on its own can make a tall cabinet tip. Fixing tall cabinets to the wall adds stability.
Cleaning and Care
- Wipe desk tops with a soft, barely damp cloth and dry them.
- Vacuum mesh chairs with a brush attachment to remove dust.
- Clean faux leather chairs with mild soapy water and a soft cloth, then dry.
- Check and re-tighten chair and desk bolts every few months.
- Keep castors free of hair and fluff so they roll smoothly.
Mistakes to Avoid When Buying Office Furniture
- Buying a chair before measuring the desk. The two must work together.
- Choosing the biggest desk that fits. Leave room to move around it.
- Ignoring depth. A shallow desk puts large monitors too close.
- Forgetting storage. Papers end up on the floor without a cabinet or shelf.
- No space to recline. Reclining chairs need clear space behind them.
- Skipping the product details. Height ranges and sizes vary between models, so read them.
Who This Collection Suits
Our office furniture suits remote workers, students, freelancers, small business owners and gamers. If you work a few hours a week, a corner desk and a task chair are enough. If you work full days at a screen, an L shaped or standing desk and a chair with good adjustment pay off. Families sharing a computer may prefer a reversible L shaped desk that fits either corner of the room.
Pair your workspace with pieces from other parts of the store. Our tables collection has side and console tables, and our living room furniture covers the rest of the home. A patio set from our outdoor range gives you somewhere to take a break outside.
Buying From Easy Life Markets
Each product page lists the dimensions, materials and options for that model. The current price and availability are shown on each product page. For delivery details, read our shipping policy. If an item is not right, our return and refund policy sets out the steps. Quick answers are on our FAQ page, and you can send sizing questions through the contact page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What office furniture do I need for a small room?
A small corner desk, a task chair with flip-up arms and a mobile printer stand or slim cabinet. These pieces use corners and tuck away when not in use.
Is an L shaped desk better than a straight desk?
It is better if you use two screens or switch between computer work and paperwork. A straight desk is better for narrow rooms or single-screen work.
Are gaming chairs good for office work?
Many people use them for both. Look for seat height adjustment, a lumbar cushion and a recline you can lock in an upright position.
How high should my desk be?
Your forearms should rest roughly level with the desk when sitting with relaxed shoulders. Adjust the chair to the desk and add a footrest if your feet do not reach the floor.
Do filing cabinets need to be fixed to the wall?
Fixing tall cabinets adds stability. Always load the bottom drawers first and open one drawer at a time.
Can I return a desk or chair if it does not suit me?
Please read our return and refund policy for the conditions and steps before sending anything back.
Will you add more office furniture?
Yes. We add new desks, chairs and storage over time. Check this collection or the main furniture collection for new arrivals.