Table dimensions for a schoolchild: GOSTs and modern standards

Types of computer desks

There are the following products, differing in different functionality and content.

Mounted

Due to the wall mounting, it looks quite unusual and takes up a minimum of usable space.

Built into furniture

A multifunctional and convenient design with a rack allows you to compensate for the lack of wall shelves or cabinets in the room and create a comfortable work area.

Table-book

A folding computer desk-book when folded resembles a cabinet and saves space as much as possible.

Window sill table

It may have a one-piece or two-section tabletop, which is placed near the window instead of the window sill.

Portable

They are an excellent solution for small spaces. Portable tables provide the ability to easily move them to any point in the room, thereby creating a suitable environment for productive work or comfortable pastime.

Desk bureau

The compact desk-bureau is equipped with a separate hidden compartment in which you can store small items and writing utensils and has a retractable, folding or stationary tabletop.

Transformer

It is a fairly popular model, perfect for both a desktop computer and a laptop. A transforming table significantly saves space and is especially appropriate in a small room or studio apartment.

Gamer

Provides a very convenient location during computer games. It has a fairly wide tabletop and can be equipped with a special add-on or various cool elements to properly place all the gaming parts.

Modular

It has many modules that can be installed in a variety of order, thereby providing independent organization of space.

Standard sizes depending on the type of model

When determining the standard dimensions of desks, not only designers, but also medical workers took part. The main requirement for furniture is the absence of overexertion in a sitting position, because this entails diseases of the skeletal system and stagnation of blood. For this reason, when choosing the dimensions of a school or adult desk, you need to focus on its height, length and depth.

Straight

Straight tables are the most common design that is appropriate in any interior. The most important indicator is height, which is calculated based on a person’s height. With the most common height of men (175 cm) and women (162 cm), the standard height will be 75 cm. Thus, the dimensions of structures for adults can be as follows:

• height (distance from floor to tabletop) - 70–80 centimeters;
• length - not less than 60 cm, but not more than 120 cm;
• depth (distance from the front to the back wall) - 35–80 cm (you need to focus on the length of your legs).

Such standards are used by the overwhelming majority of manufacturers of tables for adults. Completely different requirements for models intended for children. The table height here is smaller, the minimum is 52 cm.

A well-chosen desk allows the student to hold his back correctly, which eliminates the risk of spinal curvature.

The width (depth) should be chosen taking into account the specific use. For the option on which they will exclusively write and do homework, 60 cm will be enough. If office equipment is used, you can increase the width to 80–90 cm so that all the necessary equipment can be placed on the tabletop and your hands can be placed as comfortably as possible.

Variability of table-book sizes depending on the model

For greater functionality of the design, it is also supplemented with elements where you can store books, notebooks, and office supplies - usually these are roll-out drawers or closed shelves. The height of the latter for a child will be comfortable at 210 cm. The recommended distance between the shelves is no more than 40 cm, and their depth is desirable no more than 30 cm.

Angular

Corner writing structures will help fill empty spaces and create a corner of comfort in which a person will work. The parameters of adult models are specified in the quality requirements approved by law, and many product manufacturers follow them:

• height - 52–80 cm;
• the length of one of the sides is from 150 to 170 cm;
• the length of the other plane is 120 cm;
• depth - from 50 to 95 cm.

For a children's corner table, only the height changes, the initial value of which is 52 cm. Taking into account the individual characteristics of the user, it is possible to make the most comfortable option for a schoolchild to order, but this will increase the cost of the furniture.

Often the design located in the corner is also computer-generated. It provides space for accessories (printed keyboard, working display, main system unit). Such zones are manufactured with the following dimensions:

• a roll-out shelf for placing a printed keyboard - 10–15 cm wide, which will allow you to conveniently position the accessory;
• small shelf for the screen - no more than 12 cm;
• stand for the system unit - 10-15 cm above the floor, which will not allow the equipment to overheat.

Growing structure

For children, a desk that “grows” with the baby is an excellent choice. It will help maintain normal posture, save parents money, because they will not have to periodically purchase new designs. Parameters are changed using sliding mechanical or electronic systems. They rise to the desired height, where they are fixed for long-term use. A cheaper and more practical option would be one with a sliding mechanism in the legs, which is fixed using special fasteners.

The optimal sizes of sliding tables are:

• height - from 46 to 82 cm;
• length - varies between 70 and 120 cm;
• depth - from 50 to 95 cm.

Most often, with one adjustment step, the growing table increases by 5–6 cm, which is enough for comfortable work in any situation.

For two children

In families with two children, there is often not enough space in the rooms to install separate tables for each. In this case, you can pay attention to the double design, which looks like a standard table, but is larger in size. The increased length allows you to create additional space for creative activities and homework - children do not interfere with each other.

Table height standards for different models according to GOST, subtleties of choice

Such tables for children often have shelves with drawers for storing stationery, textbooks, notebooks, and other items. Their standard dimensions:

• height - from 52 cm;
• length - from 200 cm (for maximum convenience, each user should have at least 1 m);
• depth - not less than 90 cm.

If children are different in age or grow unevenly, a design with the ability to adjust individual zones will be useful. Such furniture will be perfectly complemented by chairs with a mechanism for increasing height and a footrest.

What types of desks are there?

The desk can be of different shapes:

• Desk with drawers.
• Corner desk.
• Desk with shelves.
• Table transformer.
• Computer desk.

In exceptional cases, a computer desk and a desk can be one table. But you shouldn’t do this if your child spends a lot of time studying. Harmful computer study can cause enormous harm to a child's health.

Desk with drawers

An ordinary table is not a very comfortable thing, even if it is made very well. In order to have all the necessary things at hand, it is better to buy a desk with drawers.

The boxes should be positioned so as not to get in the way. Typically, drawers are placed under the table on the side or directly above where the chair sits. The drawers can also be arranged as a small cabinet on top.

Cabinets are usually not made too large, the main thing is that they fit stationery, paper and other things.

Corner desk

A corner desk is a great option for small rooms. In such rooms, furniture is placed so that it does not interfere with movement.

But a corner table for studying is not the best option, even though it looks very beautiful and even too interesting. A children's desk is a serious thing, so choosing a table must be approached very responsibly.

Why shouldn't you buy a corner desk?

Has a negative impact on the student’s posture. During classes, it interferes with normal lighting. A corner table can have either drawers or shelves.

You can buy a corner desk if both parts are large enough so that one part has enough space for studying, and the other part can accommodate a computer or a shelf.

Despite some disadvantages, a corner table is quite inexpensive compared to other options.

Desk with shelves

A desk with shelves is a convenient option for studying and working. The shelves should be fairly small, but spacious.

You can put not only books and notebooks on the shelves, but also flowers and other decorative elements. Shelves allow you to avoid cluttering the space on the table and make it easy to get all your things.

The ideal option is a combined option with shelves and drawers. Things that you don’t want to show to everyone can be hidden in drawers, and decorative elements, on the contrary, can be put on display.

Also, such desks with shelves look very good and allow you to create beautiful accents on designs.

Table transformer

The transforming table is great for schoolchildren and children, as it can be easily adjusted depending on the child’s height. Then you won’t have to buy several tables until the child grows up.

The main disadvantage of a transforming table is its high cost.

But if you buy such a table once, you won’t have to spend any more money after a while. The cost of such a table directly depends on its capabilities; the more capabilities a table has, the more expensive it is.

You can also buy an orthopedic table that will take care of the student’s spine. When the child grows up and graduates from school and there is no longer a need for a desk, the transforming desk can be easily rolled up and put away until needed again.

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Choosing a style

The best computer desks of this year are presented in styles: loft, hi-tech, modern, Scandinavian, country.

Modern style

Modern style does not impose strict requirements on the material, shape and color of the table. A laconic console table made of white plastic is a common option for a table in a modern style.

A computer desk made of light solid wood with strict rectangular shapes will also fit well into this interior.

An original solution in this design would be a table made of a combination of epoxy resin and natural wood, as well as a slab tabletop.

Computer tables made of glass, metal, transparent plastic, untreated wood and a combination of all these materials are suitable for the loft style.

The design of the table should look monumental and rough; the option of creating a tabletop from recycled materials and containers is not ruled out. For example, loft-style furniture can be made from old pallets and clear glass.

High tech

High-tech implies high functionality of objects combined with a minimalist design. Glossy rectangular tables made of plastic in pure colors, light metal, and laminated particle boards are characteristic of this style.

Classic

A computer desk in the “classic” style is made from natural materials. Usually it is solid wood with various glass and metal inserts, carved and painted decor.

The bureau table will also fit well into a classical interior.

Scandinavian style

The popular Scandinavian style has received such high praise thanks to its laconic, harmonious and peaceful combinations.

Natural wood and simple shapes, pastel cool shades - these are what you should pay attention to when choosing a table for a Scandinavian interior.

Provence

Provençal style involves a light-colored table with an oval or rounded shape. Furniture in this style can be artificially aged or carelessly painted with pastel-colored oil paint.

Country style

The rustic interior will be complemented by a computer desk made of natural materials of a simple and sustainable design with many cabinets and drawers.

Basic Standards

The correct position of the human body is important - a straight back, no tension, freely resting forearms. Legs are bent at an angle of 90 degrees.

The model is chosen with an adjustable tabletop height, often made to order, to suit a person’s individual height.

The main thing is that when sitting at work, the person does not hunch over, his back is straight. My legs did not become numb, and there was no pain in the neck, hands, or elbows.

Dimensions are selected according to height:

100-118 cm – 45 cm; 118-130 cm – 53 cm;

130-147 cm – 59 cm; 147-160 cm – 64 cm; 160-173 cm – 70 cm; from 173 and above – no less than 75 cm.

The ideal option is a table that grows with the child (there is a built-in height adjuster).

Options for computer desk sizes

If the height is incorrectly selected for a person’s height, the posture will deteriorate. Sometimes it is difficult to restore it. Health problems arise that cannot be eliminated.

Color palette

Common color scheme.

White

It is a universal shade that suits any interior design, goes well with various colors and gives the environment a clean and fresh look.

Wenge

It attracts attention and at the same time is quite loyal to many style decisions.

Black

Emphasizes the status of the interior and its refined taste, creating a truly presentable and luxurious atmosphere.

Grey

A discreet and elegant gray shade allows you to create a thoughtful compositional design.

Blue

Gives the environment a richer and richer look, emphasizes the bold design and places bright accents in it.

Brown

It is distinguished by sophistication, prestige and practicality, while maintaining warmth and coziness in the interior.

Red

It represents a non-standard, stylish decorative solution and a bright dominant accent.

Beige

Cozy and versatile beige creates a warm, comfortable and measured design.

Green

This color scheme gives the environment a calm and harmonious appearance.

A selection of unusual computer and desk tables

Product options with original designs.

In the closet

Sliding doors open easily and provide access to the workplace or, conversely, allow you to quickly hide it. In addition, this wardrobe can be installed in the bedroom, dressing room, loggia or hallway.

It is also possible to store a computer chair in it and thereby save space.

From pallets

It is an exclusive wooden structure, coated with varnish or paint and having a base in the form of a board, plywood or flat glass.

With partition

Using a partition, you can isolate your personal space from external irritants that can distract from work.

Backlit

Thanks to the organized built-in multi-colored, two-color or single-color backlight, it is possible not only to achieve a creative and interesting design, but also to significantly reduce eye strain while working or playing at the computer.

From slab

Natural, natural tabletops made of wooden slabs always have a truly monumental appearance.

Made from epoxy resin

Made using laminated wood, a base with pink, orange, purple, yellow or clear epoxy resin is also added to which fluorescent powder is added to achieve the most effective and slightly futuristic look, especially in the evening.

Decoupage

It gives the design a special charm, adds a characteristic touch of antiquity, thereby making a nondescript and unremarkable piece of furniture more original.

How to choose the right one

For a successful purchase, it is important to consider some factors:

1. Buy furniture from a trusted store.
2. The age of the person for whom the furniture is chosen.
3. Color (based on the interior of the room and personal preferences).
4. Shape and size (creativity is more suitable for an adult than a child).
5. The optimal length is from a meter to 2 meters.
6. Height no less than 70 cm (selected individually to a person’s height to avoid health problems in the future).
7. Strength, resistance to damage of the structure.
8. Accounting for lamp mounting.
9. High quality product.
10. Inspect the surface for scratches and defects.
11. Additionally, the stability of the furniture is checked.

Children's transforming table
The table is an integral part of the interior. Children use it for personal needs: homework, interests, hobbies. Adults need it for work. A computer or laptop is installed on the furniture. Personal belongings and office supplies are stored in the boxes. By choosing the right table for a person’s height, working at it will be comfortable. There will be no health problems.

Table sizes

The dimensions of the computer desk are no less important. Its aesthetic qualities depend on the shape of the interior element, and its functionality depends on its size.

Large tables are perfect for desktop computers with a separate monitor, keyboard, mouse, and additional office equipment.

Equipped with additional storage space, a large computer desk becomes the center of the work area, so it is very important to fit it correctly into the existing interior.

Compact, narrow and folding tables save space and are well suited for studio apartments, as well as rooms with different functional areas.

A narrow console is an excellent option for a computer desk in a living room interior.

Corner countertops not only save space, but also form a closed work area, solving the problem of dividing space in general rooms. A corner computer desk can have the shape of an isosceles triangle, or consist of two rectangles oriented to either side.

It is advisable to install long work surfaces in nurseries for two or more children. This type of wall-length table implies the organization of two or more workstations.

Furniture with a figured tabletop has high ergonomics. The recesses in the table top are made in such a way that the person sitting behind it can comfortably work on the entire surface of the table. An excellent option for an office or study.

Square and rectangular tables require that at least one edge be placed next to the wall, while round tables and tables of complex geometric shapes can be placed anywhere in the room.

Criteria for choosing a table for a schoolchild

• Safety: environmentally friendly materials, no sharp corners, reliable fastenings.
• Convenience and comfort.
• Functional content and size. For comfortable work, the tabletop must be more than 1 m long and 0.6-0.8 m wide. To free up space, additional elements are important: cabinets, shelves, racks.

It is important that the student himself participates in choosing a desk. If he likes the workplace, then he will enjoy studying!

Particular attention should be paid to the organization of the first-grader’s workplace. Standard desks have a height of 750 mm, and for a child 6-8 years old this is a lot. Therefore, a growing workplace for a primary school student is what is needed. In this model, the height can be adjusted so that a beginning student is as comfortable as possible.

The chair on which the student will sit during classes also plays an important role. Before you know it, your baby will turn into a teenager! I don’t want to buy a chair for one or two years.

An excellent option would be a growing wooden chair. In this model, you can adjust the height of the seat and footrest, and the back supports the anatomical shape of the spine.

Correct fit

• The tabletop is at the same level as the solar plexus.
• The elbow of a straight lowered arm in a sitting position of a schoolchild is 50 mm below the surface.
• The knees in a sitting position are bent at an angle of 90°.
• The distance from the upper thigh to the working surface is 150 mm.

Computer desk design

The design of a computer desk is not only its shape, but also the material from which it is made. The most common table models are:

• solid wood;
• wood-based materials;
• glass;
• metal and metallized surfaces;
• plastic.

Wooden tables go well with classic and Provençal styles, while metal and glass suit the loft style.

Before purchasing a computer desk, it is important to ensure the quality of the materials from which it is made. You can request quality certificates directly from the seller. Normally, they exist for all types of furniture and must guarantee not only the environmental friendliness of the raw materials, but also the strength of the finished product.

How to properly position a desk in a children's room

We recommend reading: Children's room for two: layout and design
Of course, everything depends on the size of the children's room, but you need to take into account a few key points :

• the table should be well lit - optimally the light should fall from the side;
• a good option is to install a desk directly next to the window, but in this case it will need to be moved 15-20 cm away from the heating radiator - this will protect the child from drafts and too dry air, and will preserve the furniture;
• if the desk is corner, then it must be placed in the corner closest to the window;
• if you are arranging a children's room for two, then the table should be located near the window, have one tabletop, but two chairs and a conditional division of the workspace.

A desk for a schoolchild is an important element in his room. Manufacturers offer quite a lot of models of this type of furniture, so you need to know what requirements apply to a particular student’s desk.

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Additional equipment for computer desks

A computer desk is a multifunctional piece of furniture. Its design includes various elements.

• Cabinet with drawers.
• Pull-out shelf for mouse and keyboard.
• Rotating monitor stand.
• Footrest.
• Ventilated compartment for the system unit.
• A superstructure in the form of cabinets, shelves for placing office equipment and useful little things.
• Holes in the back wall for wire exit.

Tabletops

Tabletops of furniture intended for working at a computer are made from the following materials.

• Solid wood . The surface has high aesthetic characteristics, is pleasant to the touch, and durable.
• Chipboard with a protective coating does not overload the structure and can withstand significant loads.
• Glass will add volume, is not afraid of scratches and moisture, but requires constant care.
• High-quality plastic is quite suitable for making the top cover. The material helps reduce the overall weight of the product, is affordable, and pleases with a variety of designs and colors.

However, the surface quickly deteriorates from contact with sharp objects, is sensitive to stress, and is designed for a short service life.

How to sit at a computer desk correctly

His performance and well-being depend on how correctly a person sits at the computer.

• The spine should be straight, with slight emphasis on the back of the chair.
• The feet are completely pressed to the floor, and an angle of 90-100° is formed between the thigh and lower leg.
• The light source is installed in such a way as to avoid glare on the monitor screen.
• It is recommended to place the keyboard opposite you. While typing, your shoulders are relaxed and your wrists are supported. The mouse is located in close proximity to the keyboard.
• The height of the monitor is adjusted so that its upper edge is 5-7 cm above eye level, and the distance from the eyes to the center of the screen is at least 50 cm. This will allow you to get a viewing angle of 30°.
• The front cut of the table top with a beveled edge will make it possible to position your elbows more comfortably.
• If the model is equipped with wheels, it is important to secure their position with a stopper to avoid unplanned movement.
• The height of the table depends on the height of the user; for children it is better to choose a model with adjustment according to this parameter.
• A tabletop that is too narrow will make it difficult to organize your workspace; the recommended depth is in the range from 50 to 80 cm.
• The length of the table depends on the purpose. If you plan to use it not only for working at the computer, then you should choose a larger model.

No matter how comfortable your body position is, it is recommended to do a short warm-up every hour for 3-5 minutes. Walk around your home or office to rest your eyes, restore blood circulation, and restore mobility to your muscles and joints.

First of all, a computer desk is designed for certain actions.

However, it is important to ensure the correct position of the human body and comfortable working conditions. When purchasing, you should pay attention to color, design, material, so that this piece of furniture fits harmoniously into the overall design of the room.

How to choose the right height and other dimensions of a table and chair for a schoolchild: cheat sheet

Pediatricians recommend choosing furniture for a schoolchild based on the following parameters:

The recommended depth of the desk, regardless of the age of the child, is 60 centimeters or more, and the width is one meter or more.

Pay attention to the student’s posture: the elbows should be placed freely on the tabletop, and the legs should be firmly planted on the floor at a right angle.