Transformable dining table with lifting mechanism

Designs that are equipped with a mechanism that allows you to change their height and dimensions are convenient not only in small spaces. Even in spacious rooms, compact tables help not to unnecessarily clutter the space. The ability of interior items to change sizes can be used if necessary.

Advantages and features of adjustable structures

An adjustable table is a special design that has a mechanism that changes its height. Thanks to manual movement of the tabletop or the presence of a special electric drive, a seemingly ordinary piece of furniture can be used in different positions - both sitting and standing. The advantages of such a solution are obvious:

With the help of a universal desktop, an office worker can alternate the positions of his body, because sitting all the time, as we know, is harmful to health.
The problem of a mismatch between the worker’s build and the size of the desk is solved: due to his high stature, a person has to slouch, and due to his short stature, his neck is constantly in a tense state.

This model is also ideal for children. With its help, many hours of homework will not affect the health of the child's spine. The height is adjustable to suit the child's height, and the variable tilt angle allows you to maintain an even posture. Another advantage of a desk with height adjustment is its versatility. Over time, the baby will begin to grow, but the children's furniture will not have to be replaced with new ones - you just need to adjust the tabletop to the student's height.

Who should buy an adjustable desk?

Due to its functionality, this table is suitable for literally all users, from a 6-year-old child to a pensioner. But, due to the fact that the table is not cheap, you should initially decide whether you need it. An adjustable table will be indispensable for:

people who lead a sedentary lifestyle;
IT employees;
gamers;
managers;
people who, due to their work duties, often conduct webinars and presentations.

Well, in the end, it’s worth saying that this table is needed by those people who want to be healthy, despite the specifics of their work. It has been proven that routine office sedentary work provokes the occurrence of diseases such as diabetes, varicose veins, and hernias. If you don't want to become one of the statistics of work-related illnesses, you should buy yourself a table with an adjustable tabletop height.

Varieties of adult models

The choice of adult models is quite extensive. Height-adjustable desks are suitable for both sitting and standing positions. But depending on the purpose, such models may differ. The design for standing work provides high supports, a narrow tabletop and minimal functionality. If the employee sits most of the time, the furniture will have slightly different dimensions and have more varied functionality.

In addition, models are distinguished by the automation of their adjustment. The table can be mechanical or with an electric lift. In the first case, the height of the structure is adjusted using a handle, and in the second, thanks to an electric drive.

Mechanical, in turn, can be represented in two varieties:

Stepped. This mechanism involves changing the height of the table by moving the tabletop into grooves that were previously installed at different levels. You can also put plugs in the holes on both sides of the supports and thus change the length of the legs.
Screw. This mechanism provides a different principle of operation: the height of the table changes due to circular rotation of the legs.

You can make a table with a mechanical adjustment mechanism yourself, which will allow you to significantly save on an expensive purchase.

When choosing the right model for your needs, you should also consider the availability of additional options. If there are none, and the design provides only a tabletop with supports and an adjustment mechanism, such a table will cost much less. If convenience is a priority, you should pay attention to improved options - with a height control panel and built-in sockets, which will allow you to connect a computer or other office equipment without stringing wires across the room.

For sitting work

For standing work

Screw

Stepped

With electric lift

In addition, the structural features and functionality of the table may depend on its purpose:

Writing. Such models often provide the ability to change not only the height, but also the inclination of the table top, which is very convenient for working with documents, but is not suitable for installing a computer. The design usually has a mechanical adjustment mechanism.
Computer. Its main feature is its dimensions. The dimensions of the tabletop often provide space only for a laptop and mouse. The working surface can be folding and have movable elements: one half of the table is intended for installing a computer, the second for the seated person’s hand, on which he will rest. Stationary designs do not provide wide functionality and look like a standard table with a leg in the middle. Bedside models, in turn, are equipped with wheels for movement, side support and a rotating axis. They are made in C or L-shape.
Office models. Office desks that change their height are the most functional representatives of the line. They are equipped with all kinds of shelves, sockets, footrests and other additional elements that make the employee’s work as comfortable as possible. However, there are often budget options - laconic tables without frills.

For working at a computer, the ideal desk would be a model with a built-in cooling system. With its help, you can prevent overheating of your portable device and extend its service life.

Writing

Computer

Office

With additional options

Varieties

Any adjustable desk consists of two legs with guides, a traverse, and a table top. Modern models are equipped with a power supply and a built-in settings system with indicators. Special products are equipped with mounts for the system unit. Conventionally, tables can be divided into several categories:

Types of cabinet-desk, their features, configuration options

Criterion	Kinds
Functional	simple option without additional functions; model with built-in sockets, remote control, fasteners
Material of manufacture	wood, metal, plastic, combined raw materials
Form	round, corner, rectangular
Age category	children, teenagers, adults
Adjustment	mechanical, electric lifting

Manufacturers are improving models. They differ not only in the criteria described above, but also in cost. The more functional the product, the higher it is. When selecting, special attention is paid to the minimum, maximum dimensions and dimensions of the tabletop.

The more reliable the mechanism, the more durable the piece of furniture will be.

A correctly selected model should provide comfortable work in sitting and standing positions. Modern furniture will easily fit into an interior designed in the style of cubism, minimalism, techno, and hi-tech. Tables with extra-long gas lift deserve special attention. The cost of the version with the mechanism is significantly higher than the usual one. Due to frequent use of the device, the service life of a mobile product is lower compared to a stationary one.

Adult models

Adult models are equipped with additional functions. An adjustable table may differ in type of drive, material of manufacture, and purpose. Automation of settings also affects the cost. A piece of furniture can be electrically lifting or mechanical. The latter is conventionally divided into two types:

screw - the distance from the floor to the tabletop is adjusted by twisting the legs;
stepped - changing parameters by installing plugs in the holes of the supports.

Any table can be equipped with mounts for electronics, a control panel for remote control, sockets, and extension cords. The mobile product can be used as an office, home workplace, or bedside table (narrow models with a minimum height in the lower position).

You can make furniture with mechanical adjustment yourself. This option will cost much less than the factory one.

Electric lifting

Screw

Stepped
Adult interior items differ in size and the ability to adapt the workspace individually. The functionality depends on the type of product:

Writing. The model allows you to adjust the height and tilt of the tabletop. Convenient for working with papers.
Computer. Folding or stationary work surface. Equipped with sockets and mounts for the system unit. Wheels and side supports are often present.
Office. A functional product with sockets, footrests, and additional shelves.

Expensive computer models are equipped with a built-in cooling system. The function is especially relevant for those who use a laptop rather than a desktop computer. This will prevent the device from overheating.

Writing

Computer

Office

Children's products

Children's furniture can be changed in height depending on the child's height. The mechanism is also divided into two types:

Mechanical. Economy option, regulation by screw, step mechanism. Can be set up by an adult.
Electric. Expensive models with remote adjustment. The child can choose the height independently.

Types of folding tables with wall mounting, installation algorithm

Children's furniture is designed for long comfortable spending time at the table. Therefore, it is important to choose the right piece of furniture. The tabletop, overall dimensions, material of manufacture, and method of changing the height are important. The model must have a tabletop tilt function to ensure correct body position and head tilt angle. Such products are additionally equipped with:

shelves;
boxes;
stands for books, electronics;
compartments for storing writing instruments;
footrests.

The multifunctional desk will “grow” with the child. The setting can be either general or combined. In the latter case, only half or a third of the tabletop can be tilted. Since the adjustment will be carried out repeatedly, it is recommended to select a high-quality mechanism.

Features of children's products with adjustments

The main feature of children's tables with adjustable height is that they perfectly adapt to the growth of the child. The control mechanism of such a design can be:

Electric. A table with an electric drive is more convenient to use, and if there is a control panel, the child himself will be able to adjust the height and tilt he needs. The only drawback is that such furniture is very expensive, so not every parent can afford it.
Mechanical. This tabletop lifting system is considered the simplest, and therefore the cost of the product will be quite low. Adjustment is carried out using a special screw or a step mechanism - in one case or another, an adult must adjust the height.

Children's furniture is often equipped with a tabletop that can change not only the height, but also the degree of inclination. Unlike school desks, which are permanently located at a certain angle, such models can be adjusted to suit you. In addition, they have special compartments and shelves where you can place textbooks and notebooks, and a footrest.

Electric

Mechanical

With adjustable tabletop angle

Advantages of a universal table

To understand how convenient the Barsky table with HPL coating is, it is worth studying all the main advantageous features of the model.

Height adjustment

A table whose tabletop height is adjustable is called adjustable. This option belongs to the category of irreplaceable opportunities for an employee. It is convenient to work at the table while sitting or standing; in addition, the height is adjusted to the specific height of a person - there are several height modes.

What is special about the height adjustment function?

Versatility . Due to a special control unit, the table rises to the desired height. Suitable option for people of different heights.
Practicality . Due to the presence of the “memory” function, the table rises and lowers at a certain time previously set by the user. For example, if the table is programmed to work sitting for 40 minutes and standing for 20 minutes, then every 40 minutes the table top, thanks to the timer, will rise; there is no need to remind the mechanism about this.
Safety . The mechanism is designed so that if there is an overload on the tabletop, the lifting system does not work. This is necessary if there is a large amount of office equipment on the table. The maximum permissible load weight on top is 55 kg.
Aesthetics . If you are tired of intricate computer desks with a huge number of shelves, endless drawers and hanging consoles, this model is for you. The table will fit perfectly into the interior of any room, complementing it with practicality and new functionality.
Sustainability . The main thing that attracts you about an adjustable table, besides the ability to draw on the tabletop, is the impact resistance of literally all parts of the structure. The tabletop will not be scratched due to the HPL coating, and the table legs are virtually invulnerable due to the special powder coating.

Table on which to draw

The StandUp Memory tabletop deserves special attention. The main difference is that you can draw anything on it, wipe it off and write again. This is very convenient for those who constantly remember something, call somewhere and transmit information.

The table on which you draw will help you fulfill the boss's demands and tasks - you will never forget what you were asked to do. It's easier to become an indispensable worker with the Barsky desk!

The special HPL coating is a truly universal material that is not afraid of water, scratches and friction. Naturally, if you rub the surface with sanding material as hard as you can, marks will remain over time, but in office work conditions we literally “do not kill” this material.

Presentations, webinars

If you need to give presentations, host a conference or participate in webinars, the StandUp Memory adjustable table is indispensable for you. In one motion, the desk turns into a convenient place for presentation.

Ease of management

There are a lot of tables with adjustable heights, but only StandUp Memory from Barsky has a convenient control panel with a timer and height measurements. All you need to get started is to choose a comfortable height for yourself once and set the lifting parameters. Then the mechanism works automatically, without requiring special attention.

The electronic adjustable table does not work without power supply. If the light disappears during operation, the mechanism does not work, the height remains the same.

Shape and materials

The countertop is most often made of wood or its substitutes:

Chipboard. The most budget-friendly material. Disadvantage: a little fragile, which reduces its service life.
Fiberboard. A more reliable, expensive material compared to chipboard. Advantages: high resistance to damage, good moisture resistance.
Solid wood. The most expensive, but also the strongest and most durable raw material for the production of adjustable tables.

Sometimes metal is used to make adjustable tables. This is a heavy and reliable material with high resistance to damage, but is used exclusively for furniture that will be used for industrial purposes. The table is made of strong and durable steel, which significantly increases the cost of the product, or of aluminum, a soft and less wear-resistant, but cheaper alternative. Legs are rarely made of wood, but solely for decorative purposes (as a covering); they will still be based on hard iron.

Chipboard

Fiberboard

Solid wood

Metal

The ergonomics of the product largely depends on the shape of the tabletop. Corner models will help save space in a small apartment and use space efficiently: the furniture is simply moved to the corner of the room. This is the optimal solution for those who work at a computer. The second option is a standard rectangular table. It is universal for any specific activity, great for narrow spaces, and also allows you to organize a comfortable work area in the office. In addition, there are round design options - with their help you can beautifully arrange a work area in the living room or bedroom. Such a table often provides a comfortable recess for a seated person.

Rectangular

Round with seating notch

Angular

Tabletop height adjustment systems: how to choose the right system

Very often, customers come to us who have certain ideas for improving their workplace or original ideas for organizing home life, preserving space and its optimal use at home, at work, in a restaurant, but there is no understanding of how best to do this. In this article we will try to tell you how to choose a lifting system for yourself if you need to raise and lower something or move something. SUSPA lifting systems are used to change the height of tables, work surfaces and small machines.

Lifting system ELS

Let's start with the most popular lift system, the ELS3 electric lift system. You will most likely choose this tabletop height adjustment system if you want:

work at an office desk both sitting and standing;
adjust the height of the podium or any lecture stand;
hide built-in appliances in the living room or kitchen;
when using medical or laboratory equipment, adjust the position of the monitor, equipment, special apparatus depending on the needs of the patient;
and even raise or lower part of the scenery on stage.

The areas of application are very diverse! What is it about an electric lift system that makes it ideal for these applications?

the ability to synchronize the operation of 2 and 3 legs;
elegant and simple design, silent operation;
Load capacity per leg is 50-60 kg! this will allow you to easily lift both a light chipboard tabletop and medium-weight equipment;
two height adjustment ranges: 1) from 570 mm to 1220 mm; 2) from 680 mm to 1180 mm;
various activation systems: the function of remembering several positions you need and even a remote control!
easy assembly and excellent German quality!

Varistand lifting system

The second system option we offer is the pneumatic Varistand system. Scope of application is narrower:

tables in fast food restaurants, portable tables;
height-adjustable stands at receptions in hotels, offices, halls, exhibition equipment/booths;
coffee tables;
speaker stands;
carts, gurneys;
bedside tables.

Key points to consider when choosing a Varistand pneumatic lifting system:

Only one-legged system!
The tabletop diameter is limited to 90 cm.
Limit load capacity 400N (40 kg).
Two color options: chrome-plated leg or gray RAL 9006.
Two options: 1) length in the extended position of the leg - 1040 mm, in the compressed position - 625 mm;
2) length in the extended position of the leg - 660 mm, in the compressed position - 435 mm;

Available with or without bottom base.

Movotec lifting system

The third option is the Movotec hydraulic lift system. If you need to change the height of fairly heavy equipment and/or your structure covers a large area, this system will most likely be suitable for you. Typically, it can be used:

height adjustment of the workplace in production;
changing the height of the machine or any heavy equipment in accordance with the needs of production;
massage tables;
Sewing machines;
laboratory equipment;
medical equipment.

Features of the Movotec hydraulic lift system:

load capacity from 340 to 590 kg for 4-leg systems;
load capacity 680 kg for a 6-leg system and 907 kg for an 8-leg system;
range of adjustment of the working surface in height from 150 to 400 mm;
design features: 1) round legs: directly attached to your existing structure; 2) square legs: they are already a support for the structure; a tabletop or other work surface can be mounted on them;
systems can be adjusted in two ways: using a motor or a manual drive (lever).

We hope that this short review will help you understand which height adjustment system will help implement your idea, and we, for our part, will try to provide you with maximum technical and commercial information on the products you have chosen.

We wish you good luck in realizing your creative ideas! Sincerely, Deacon LLC

How to determine the optimal height

When working at a desk, it is very important to be in the correct position, because the condition of the human body depends on it. If the posture is incorrect, blood flow is disrupted and a strong load is placed on the spine, which leads to its curvature. As a result, fatigue appears and ability to work decreases. This is why it is so important to customize the individual height of the tabletop, taking into account the specifics of your activity:

When writing. Your back should be straight, slightly touching the back of the chair. If you lean too far back, increased stress will be placed on your neck, and if you lean forward, it will put more strain on your spine. There must be a small distance between the table and the body of the person sitting; the elbows should be completely on the surface (this will relieve tension from the hands). Bend your legs should create a ninety-degree angle, completely touching the floor.
When working at a computer. Determining the optimal height is simple - just look at the center of the monitor: if your head is tilted down, you need to raise the tabletop; if your eyes are not looking straight, then lower it up.
While reading. The book should be at a distance of 35-45 centimeters from the eyes. You need to keep your head level. You should not tilt it back or tilt it forward too much, as this will increase the load on your neck. Doctors recommend reading in a position at an angle of 135 degrees, while leaning back in a chair, so blood circulation is not impaired and the spine does not experience discomfort.

It is better to avoid standing cross-legged - it disrupts blood flow and leads to various diseases, including the development of varicose veins.

For people who spend a lot of time at a desk, regardless of their type of activity, orthopedists recommend adhering to the Sit & Stand concept, that is, alternating sitting and standing postures:

In the first case, the optimal vertical position of the back: the angle between the spine and the hip joint, the knee and hip joints should be 90 degrees.
In the second, the tabletop should reach the person’s belt or waist. You need to bend your elbows and place them on the table surface: if they form an angle of 90 degrees, this is the optimal height, if not, it needs to be adjusted.

For an adult with a height of 170-185 cm, the optimal table height will be 70-80 cm. For short people below 160 cm, this parameter should be about 60 cm. For those above 190 cm, furniture is often made to order and reaches 85- 90 cm.

The design with adjustable dimensions is optimal for children. Since the child’s body is constantly growing, the level of the tabletop can be adjusted to suit his current growth. It is important that the student sits straight, without bending his torso, and his head is slightly tilted forward. The legs should rest on the floor with the entire foot, bend at the hip, knee and ankle joints at right angles. Your back should rest on the back of a chair or armchair, and your hips should occupy approximately 2/3 of the seat.

Adjust the height of the tabletop, taking into account the specifics of your activity

Sit & Stand concept

Tabletop height depending on height

Types of dining tables with folding function

The range of transformable dining tables is quite wide. You can choose a design that will organically fit into any interior. What should you pay attention to when choosing a model?

Table shape

The dimensions of the room, the style of its design and the preferences of the owners leave an imprint on the appearance of the structure. The most common models have the shape of a circle, square, rectangle or oval.

Round transformable table

However, you can find triangular ones, which can be placed even in rooms with a large shortage of free space, or polygonal options.

Triangular table

What material is it made from?

Depending on the purpose of the table and design ideas, different materials can be used of tabletops Dining structures must be resistant to mechanical damage, durable, reliable, easy to clean from dirt and durable.

The frame, which must withstand significant loads and a large number of transformation cycles, is made of metal or wood (solid). Models made from chipboard are also produced, but they are unlikely to last long, since the fittings that allow the structures to be laid out cannot be securely fixed in this material.

Light living room decor with a transforming coffee table

Important! Also, a big disadvantage of using chipboard is the use in its production of a binder containing formaldehyde, which is harmful to humans (if the permissible concentration limits are exceeded).

For the production of countertops, tempered glass, plastic, wood or wood-containing materials (MDF, fiberboard or chipboard) are most often chosen. Exclusive models can use ceramics and natural stone. Forged elements, marble chips, and bronze are often used in decoration.

Transforming tables are a popular option, available in different models.

Design

There are a large number of different models of transformers on the market that are in demand among consumers. They are all divided into three types: folding, sliding and folding. The shape of the tabletop may change. A square table turns into a rectangular one, a round one into an oval one, etc.

Semi-automatic table

Many options have the ability to change the height. The most popular are those that provide for the transformation of all structural parts.

Transformable coffee table

The simplest transformable design is the familiar table-book. When assembled, the model, which is a narrow cabinet, unfolds by lifting the two side parts and securing them.

Table-book

Primitive versions of transformers include a folding table mounted on the wall.

Folding table on the wall

Console tables are very functional for small apartments. From a narrow structure, usually installed near a wall and used mainly to place beautiful accessories or equipment, thanks to the telescopic transformation system, you can get a full-fledged table for a large company.

Console table

In magazine models that fold out into dining tables, the usable area and height change. Small-sized table tops for dining structures installed in the kitchen can also increase significantly in size.

Transformable table Kimberly I, walnut

The most functional dining tables are those with lifting mechanisms. They can have an external or internal location. The systems operate on springs or gas lifts. The type of mechanisms can be synchronous, in which all elements are unfolded at the same time, or unsynchronized, providing for the transformation of the sashes in turn.

Transformable coffee table

The simplest devices are manual. Hydraulically driven systems can be installed in table supports made of solid wood.

Requirements for lifting mechanisms:

transformation of structures without significant effort;
smooth ride;
reliability;
safety, which is especially important if there are children in the family;
no noise during operation.

Video – Transformable glass table B2252

Selecting a quality product

When choosing a table that changes the height of the table top, some difficulties may arise, since there are many models, and the needs of different buyers differ. You need to start with the dimensions of the furniture. The selected design should occupy no more than 30% of the free space in the room, so the necessary measurements should be made in advance. In addition, other parameters are taken into account:

Construction type. It is necessary to immediately decide what type of table should be: with a mechanical lifting system or an electric lift, stationary or mobile.
Product material. Wooden models are the best option, but a more modest table made of chipboard, fiberboard or MDF is quite suitable for an office.
Number of legs. For a table with a sliding mechanism, it is better to choose an option with two or four legs. They provide good stability and evenly distribute the load on the supports. This option is also more durable.

It is necessary to clarify the table height adjustment range. If the minimum size is a standard indicator, then the maximum lift level may differ from one manufacturer to another.

An important selection criterion is the reliability of the adjustment mechanism. First, you need to clarify the carrying capacity of the model. For children's furniture, the optimal figure is 50 kg, for a regular office table - 70-80 kg; for storing heavy objects (computers, books) on the furniture surface, you need to consider more powerful designs. Secondly, you need to pay attention to the strength of the support and the material from which it is made. The mechanism that raises and lowers the tabletop should work softly and smoothly.

Construction type

Product material

Number of legs

Reliability of the adjustment mechanism

Transformable table for working standing and sitting (+ special offer)

We have repeatedly published materials about how important back health is and what consequences an uncomfortable workplace or a sedentary lifestyle can have on the body as a whole. Read, for example, what happens to our body if we sit for more than 8 hours a day (especially without a break). Here there is a curvature of the spine due to the discrepancy between the height of the table and a person’s height, and constant compression of internal organs, and so much more. A logical, at first glance, solution arises: work while standing . But upon closer examination, we have to abandon this option: flat feet and varicose veins are just some of the ailments that await us here.

So what to do? The most reasonable option seems to be alternating between “sitting” and “standing” positions when working . Sounds logical, but how to organize it? Two multi-level tables, of course, will help solve the problem, but they will not add convenience. And here special furniture comes to the rescue, allowing you to change the height of the tabletop and, accordingly, adjust the workplace to the height of each individual person - it doesn’t matter whether he sits or stands while working.

For Europeans, such transforming tables are not uncommon, but in Russia they are just beginning to appear. One of these new products is Ergostol furniture. Let's consider this option in more detail.

ErgoStol tables are adjustable in height, adapting to the height of the person sitting, which means that they are universal and suitable for anyone who decides to start a healthy lifestyle. In Scandinavian countries, we note that about 90% of all offices are equipped with such furniture, and Scandinavians know a lot about high-quality and comfortable things. The second advantage of ErgoStol tables is their price. If you have seriously decided to start working standing most of the time, then this is one of the optimal price solutions.

Meet ErgoStol Duo, an electrically height-adjustable table for standing and sitting work.

The key word here is “electrically adjustable” - this means that you will not need to constantly move and unscrew something. Just press a button and the table will rise or fall to the desired height.

This option is perfect for both the office and home. Besides this, there are also more complex ones. For example, a “meeting option” is a table that can comfortably accommodate 4 people.

The design of this table has the ability to attach a third support, which, in turn, allows you to create truly spacious tables up to 4.5 meters long.

And one more thing: if you do not yet risk spending the entire working day standing, then you need to choose an appropriate chair. An interesting choice might be the Salli Twin chair model. In this model, not only the height of the seat is adjustable, but also its tilt. And this allows you to work in a semi-standing position. As a result, the back automatically straightens and the compression of the arteries in the groin area is relieved (which is especially important for men).

In addition to the Salli Twin model, there are even more interesting options. For example, the Salli Swing model is a kind of saddle chair. Thanks to its unusual structure, it allows you to adjust the tilt of the seat without any additional levers - the chair simply follows the movements of your body.

If you are interested in such furniture, you have a wonderful opportunity to purchase any of the options you like at a discount, since a promotion is starting on Lifehacker: all lifehackers who place an order in the ErgoStol store within 14 days from the date of publication will be able to take advantage of free delivery throughout Russia. To do this, just place an order during the promotion and pay for it within 60 days.