How to assemble a computer desk

A computer is not a luxury, but a vital necessity. This is not a subjective opinion, but a statement by the majority of the inhabitants of our Planet. The convenience of placing office equipment in an apartment will allow you to perform assigned tasks productively, and a schoolchild or student will be able to improve their level of knowledge. Buying a computer desk will affect the family budget, and making it yourself will save money for anyone who has the skills to work with plumbing tools and the desire to assemble the product with their own hands.

Types and design features of computer desks

The workplace for installing office equipment is made of various materials:

• thick glass;
• veneered chipboard;
• sheet plywood;
• natural wood;
• plastic;
• laminated chipboard.

The latter type of raw material is very popular compared to others due to its low cost, variety of colors and aesthetics.

The versatility of the product is achieved thanks to the design features of the computer desk. They are:

• rectangular shape;
• corner;
• arbitrary contours of the working surface;
• with or without space for a system unit;
• with floor cabinets and pull-out shelves;
• with an add-on in the form of shelves for documents or a printer.

The components of the workplace facilitate and simplify the use of office equipment. IN Depending on the individual user requirements, they are equipped with additional devices and functions. These include a retractable keyboard shelf, or quick-release modules of wall shelves.

IMPORTANT! A distinctive feature of a PC workplace is the presence of a dedicated space for placing a monitor, system unit and additional office equipment!

The design of the table may differ in purpose:

• for an adult;
• for a child.

And also by the method of location and mobility:

• stationary;
• modular;
• folding;
• portable.

Preparing to assemble the table

When making it yourself from frame parts, first of all, a sketch of the product is made, which reflects all the design features determined by certain requirements. Such a drawing will become the basis for detailing if you order sawing of slabs with trimming in a carpentry shop. The height of the product is made at 70–75 cm, and the shelf for the keyboard is 63–68 cm. Then the location of the workplace is determined and the necessary tools are prepared:

• measuring and marking devices;
• screwdriver;
• carpentry set.

ATTENTION! When choosing a place to install the table, take into account the availability of electricity supply to the workspace! Using extension cords around the perimeter of the room is impractical and can lead to periodic shutdowns of equipment during operation!

The production of frames from chipboard is accompanied by an unpleasant odor - these are phenols that are harmful to humans, without which it is impossible to produce laminated boards.

ATTENTION! To eliminate harmful odors, the end surfaces of the frames are coated with PVA glue in two layers! The adhesive film formed after drying will prevent the release of harmful substances!

When purchasing a serial product, they unpack it, study the package contents, and then the installation instructions for the product. When ordering independently or individually designing, make sure that the dimensions are accurate and that the parts are trimmed correctly.

How to assemble a computer desk

After studying the instructions for the purchased model, comply with the requirements of the product manufacturer. And when independently designing and assembling, adhere to the following order:

1. First of all, using corner fixtures and clamps, assemble the lower support modules. If they are equipped with drawers, then the slides are screwed to the inner surface of the boxes before assembly.
2. After assembling the floor stands, a pull-out shelf for the keyboard and mouse is attached to the tabletop.
3. Then holes are drilled in the longitudinal strips of the modules installed on the floor. If there are no such boxes or horizontal planes, then corners are screwed into the upper part of the supports to fix the tabletop.
4. Floor cabinets are leveled horizontally using a long level, then the tabletop is moved to its original location and secured with screws.
5. Assemble shelves designed to be installed on top of the work surface. Then they are installed and secured.
6. After this, the drawers with slides are assembled and installed in regular places without fronts.
7. The assembly of the table is completed by hanging the fronts on the opening shelves.

ATTENTION! Fastening corners can be metal with open perforations for screws or closed plastic with a decorative body, but the frame of the fastener must remain iron for the strength of the connection! If fastening the upper modules is inconvenient after fixing the tabletop, then first fix the shelves, and then, together with the working surface, fasten them to the lower cabinets!

After all work is completed, the monitor, system unit, and additional equipment are installed in the required places. Having connected office equipment to the network, they enjoy using a computer desk they made with their own hands.