What’s a standing desk?
With a height-adjustable standing desk, you can easily switch positions between sitting and standing throughout your day – for greater comfort and productivity.
Why do you need a standing desk?
We live in a world of hybrid work. And we’ve abruptly force-fit that work into our homes, leaving us with makeshift spaces that never feel quite as energizing as the office, or as comfortable as home. An electric standing desk can:
Give your physical and mental well-being a lift
With the flexibility to change positions throughout the day, you’ll be taking a stand against the effects of a sedentary lifestyle, and be able to see things from an elevated perspective.
Adapt to whatever you’re doing
Whether you’re hard at work, taking some much-needed me time, or giving the kids a space for homework, a height-adjustable standing desk can adapt to your home life as well as your work life .
Give your employees a productive working environment
For your employees to be at their best, they need to feel at their best, wherever they’re working from. A standing desk gives them a comfortable work environment that helps them meet their full potential.
What to consider when shopping for a standing desk
Stability
Using a desk that wobbles as you work can be frustrating. Some standing desks that are on the maximum height setting can wobble when typing, moving the mouse or leaning on the desk edge. A premium FlexiSpot standing desk, like the E7, can give you a stable foundation for your work that you can rely on, without wobbling on the highest setting, the lowest setting, or anywhere in between.
Durability
When you invest in a height-adjustable standing desk, you’ll want one that lasts. So, it’s wise to invest in a high-quality desk that can support you for years to come, which means it’ll be worth every penny. All FlexiSpot desks are built to last. In fact, we’re so confident in their quality that desks like the E7 come with a 15 year warranty.
Height range
How tall are you? Different electric standing desks can reach different heights. It’s helpful to measure what your ideal height is for working standing up, as well as sitting down. Whether you’re sitting or standing, and for the greatest comfort and support, your desk should reach just under your elbows when you’re using the keyboard.
Desk depth
Desk depth is the distance between the front and the back of the desk. How much space do you need to work with? If you’re using a computer on the desk, how far away do you want the monitor from you? Finding your ideal monitor distance can help reduce eye strain.
Weight capacity
If you need a lot of equipment in your workspace, you need a desk that can take the weight of it all. Different desks actually have different weight capacities. For example, the E7Q Odin can hold up to 660 lbs for the heaviest of workloads. So, it’s a good idea to think about how much weight capacity you need for your work, or hobbies.
Adjustment speed
If you want to quickly adjust from sitting to standing, you’ll want a faster adjustment speed. But you might also be comfortable with a slower adjustment speed to give you a break while you’re switching positions. Different models of height-adjustable standing desks come with different motors which adjust at different speeds.
Noise
The noise of a motor for adjusting the level of an electric standing desk is small. But different motors can have varying levels of noise. If you want a completely silent working environment, you’ll want one of the quieter motors like the E7 Pro.
Desktop material
You can choose between a range of different desktop surfaces, including: laminated, fiberboard, solid wood, bamboo, and glass. At FlexiSpot, we use desktop materials that meet the highest E0 environmental protection standard, so you can rest easy knowing that they’re planet-friendly and safe.
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Safety features
Protect your children’s tiny fingers with a child-lock safety feature, or shield your equipment from damage with a standing desk that comes with an anti-collision feature.
FlexiSpot Standing Desk Features
Motor
C-frame and T-frame
Leg stages
Keypad panels
Anti-collision system
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How to use a standing desk properly
(A)
Height adjustment
To find your ideal desk height when standing (or sitting), the desk should be high enough to reach just under your elbows while you’re using the keyboard. Your eyes should also be level with the top third of the computer monitor; this will help you find the perfect height, and protect you from eye strain.
(B)
How long should you stand for?
Change positions from sitting to standing every 30-60 minutes. Generally, it’s recommended that you stand for 30 minutes after an hour of sitting. It’s also helpful to move around regularly, so you don’t tense up when standing.
(C)
Standing desk add-ons to elevate your well-being
An ergonomic chair – Give yourself greater comfort and support when you do sit.
Cable trays – Keep your mind and workspace uncluttered with a tray that keeps those cables out of the way.
Keyboard trays – Add on a keyboard tray to keep your workspace tidy, and to support your wrist while you’re working.
Add-on drawers – Stay organized with an add-on drawer made from stylish, sustainably sourced bamboo.
Monitor mounts – Keep your monitors at the right height and reduce back, neck and eye strain.
Deskbike – Keep moving and stay in shape, even while you work.