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If you work at a desk for a living, chances are that you accept a certain level of discomfort as normal – after all, you’re staying stationary over a computer keyboard for hours at a time, right? Wrong! With a few adjustments and the right  commercial office furniture , you can make your workspace a much more comfortable and healthier place to be. Is an ergonomic workspace worth it? In short, yes. Numerous studies have shown that sitting at your desk incorrectly can cause repetitive strain injuries such as carpal tunnel syndrome, tendonitis, bursitis or back strain. Even though it might mean replacing some items in favor of ergonomic desks or more modern office chairs, your body will thank you in the long run. Not only will you be healthier, your productivity should increase too! Just follow these easy tips: Invest in adjustable chairs:  Each of us have different length legs and torsos, so it makes sense that a non-adjustable chair just isn’t going to work fo...

Many employees who spend six or more hours sitting at a desk through their workday suffer from health and comfort issues that can be directly related to their desk chair, especially if they are taller or bigger people. Fixed height chairs make sitting an awkward activity for anyone who isn’t lucky enough to fit into those exact manufacturing specifications, which can result in back, shoulder and neck pain. How do ergonomic chairs work? Ergonomic chairs are simply chairs that can be adjusted to fit almost anyone, and that provide support to your body in the sitting position. With such a simple solution to such a serious problem, there’s no reason why anyone should be working in discomfort. Good ergonomic chairs allow the user to: Adjust seat heights Have a generous range limit for seat height Adjust the vertical and frontward/backward positioning of the back rest Sit comfortably in the correct seat depth Have a stable seating position – a five-point base is recommended ...

When many of us think about cubicles, our minds immediately go to images of those iconic dull, uniform and drone-like office spaces of the 1970s. Fortunately, these useful office workspace dividers have come a long way since then, with  modern office cubicles  featuring vastly improved designs, additional functionality and style, thanks to the innovative use of color, materials and in-built tech features. Business owners can take this creativity and individuality even further using these tips! Define your décor policy:  One of the easiest ways to achieve a more enjoyable and functional cubicle desk system is to encourage your employees to get involved. This has the dual result of improving your workplace as well as helping your employees take ownership. Simple rules just need to be put in place to ensure that creative ideas stay within the boundaries of your workplace culture and company vision. If you want to make the process even more fun, hold a competition! Pl...

When it comes to choosing office furniture for you and your employees, you’re going to be faced with one significant choice: traditional sitting desks or  modern sit to stand desks . Both of these options have their pros and cons for employee health, comfort and productivity, and it’s important to evaluate them fully before making your decision. The benefits and drawbacks of sitting desks Traditional desks offer several benefits for employees. They are ideal for intense, repetitive work where focus is required and tasks are longer. They are also more affordable and often easier to install into your current workspace layout. Unfortunately, they also have their drawbacks. Sitting for long hours in a static position is not good for a person’s overall health and can result in poor posture, back pain and shoulder pain. Too much sitting has also been linked to increased heart failure and disability risks, and even to a reduced life expectancy. How do standing desks measur...