Writing or computer desk for schoolchildren - a workspace where the child spends a lot of time every day. Improperly selected furniture can negatively affect his health (pain in muscles, neck and back, curvature of the spine, etc.). In today's HouseChief review, we will look at what a desktop should be for a student, his varieties, materials used for manufacturing, as well as criteria for choosing the right constructions.
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- 1 Desktop requirements for a student
- 2 Types of modern school desktops
- 2.1 Direct models
- 2.2 Corner options
- 2.3 Dual models
- 2.4 Transforming tables
- 2.5 Folding options
- 3 Materials for making
- 3.1 Chipboard and chipboard
- 3.2 MDF and natural wood
- 4 Color solutions
- 5 How to choose a desk for a student
- 5.1 Models for elementary students
- 5.2 Options for middle school students
- 5.3 Models for teens
- 6 How to arrange a workplace
- 6.1 Optional accessories
- 6.2 Chair selection
- 7 What does a poor-quality choice lead to?
- 8 A few words in conclusion
Desktop requirements for a student
Modern childrenstarting from preschool age, spend a lot of time at writing or computer desks, playing or doing homework. Therefore, it is very important choose the right furniture for your child, to prevent posture disorders and vision, as well as the likelihood of injury.
The height of the children's desk must correspond to the height of the student. GOST 11015-93 provides a table of the correspondence of the height of the table and chair to the height of the child.
It is recommended that the work surface is at the level of the solar plexus. Sitting the tabletop too low will cause the student to hang over it, which will strain the neck muscles and back, compression of internal organs and the development of scoliosis, and at high - will increase the load on the neck and shoulder girdle. Also, prolonged work at a table of inappropriate height will lead to visual impairment.
The optimal length of the table top can be in the range of 1200–1500 mm, and the recommended width is 600–800 mm. There should be enough space on the work surface of the desk to accommodate a stack of books and all necessary student supplies.
It is advisable to be able to install the tabletop at an angle of 15 °. With this position of the working surface, the child will not bend forward, which means that fatigue and tension of the optic nerves will decrease.
The surface of the countertop should be smooth, even, matte in calm neutral tones. The ideal option is an imitation of light wood species without a pronounced texture.
A good option if the school desk for the home will be equipped with 1-2 cabinets with shelves and drawers. They should be under the table and not interfere with the free position of the legs.
Types of modern school desktops
Modern manufacturers of furniture for home and office offer a large number of desks and computer tables of various configurations and functionality. This greatly simplifies and at the same time complicates the selection of a suitable model.
Direct models
Classic desks are rectangular in shape and have one or two base units with shelves or spacious drawers. The worktop can be used to place the most essential accessories, as well as a monitor and keyboard. Standard rectangular tables are not equipped with the function of changing the angle of the tabletop, but some models have this option. Classic rectangular tables are versatile because they can be installed anywhere in the room: against the wall, window or in the corner.
Corner options
A corner desk is ideal for a small children's room. This configuration allows more efficient use of free space, especially the corner. Thanks to the increased area on the tabletop, you can install a monitor, printer, desk lamp, audio speakers and add-ons, and at the bottom place the system unit.
Dual models
If there are two students in a family, then for each of them you need to equip their own workplace. If the size of the room allows, two desks can be installed. But what if the area does not allow using this option? You can use one of the effective solutions by installing a double table of various configurations:
- the design can have an elongated tabletop with one or two pedestals in the middle, which will serve as a kind of divider. The table can be installed against a wall or window;
- a table with a table top of a standard length, but with an increased (at least 160 cm) width. In this case, the children will be opposite each other. Drawers are installed under the work surface, and common shelves on the side;
- corner or L-shaped model, when each child is assigned one of the "wings" of the table top, and the corner space remains common. Both sides of the work surface should be long enough so that there are no disputes between children due to lack of free space.
Transforming tables
Table transformer - the most optimal and ergonomic design, which is suitable for a student of any age. The main feature is the ability to adjust the height of the working surface and the angle of its inclination, which allows you to adjust the table parameters in accordance with the child's height.
The dimensions of the table top are sufficient for comfortable use, and in some models it itself is hinged. The ability to adjust the angle of inclination of the working surface allows you to comply with medical recommendations. To such a table you will have to additionally purchase a rack or shelves.
Folding options
Folding models of children's desks are an excellent solution when there is a shortage of free space in the apartment. The table top should have the same minimum dimensions as in traditional designs. Next to the folding table must be hung wall shelves.
Advantages of the folding version of the desk - compactness when folded, the ability to self-production and installation, change in height depending on the height of the child, available price.
Materials for making
Whatever material is used in the manufacture of children's furniture, it must be safe for the health of the child. Particleboard is mainly used for the production of desks, Chipboard, MDF, wood and metal elements. When making a choice, you need to take into account environmental safety, strength, wear resistance and durability of the coating.
Chipboard and chipboard
Chipboard (particle board) is the most common material for making furniture. It is distinguished by its relative moisture resistance, strength and low cost. The decorative coating is created by staining. The disadvantage of chipboard is the possible release of vapors of formaldehyde resins used in production, as well as the presence of a strong odor. But this applies to low-quality material, so when buying furniture, you need to ask the seller to present a certificate of quality and safety.
Chipboard - the same chipboard, but with a decorative polymer coating and often with imitation of various types of wood. The laminated material has a relative moisture resistance, beautiful appearance and does not emit toxic compounds. The decorative coating of laminated chipboard can be:
- polished;
- porous;
- matte;
- plain;
- imitating the texture of various wood species or stone;
- textured, under the "orange peel".
The main disadvantage of laminated chipboard is the problematic nature of the restoration.
Important! In order for products made of chipboard to serve for a long time and not swell under the influence of moisture, the decorative coating should not have deep scratches and dents, and the ends must be properly processed with a special edge, ideally from PVC.
MDF and natural wood
MDF is a great alternative to chipboard and natural wood. The material is made from fine wood dust using paraffin and lignin as binders. MDF is an environmentally friendly, moisture resistant, sufficiently plastic material with a beautiful decorative PVC film coating. The main disadvantage is the higher cost in comparison with laminated chipboard.
Children's furniture made of natural wood is ideal, since this material has a beautiful texture and texture, strength, moisture resistance, environmental friendliness, ease of processing and maintainability. The main disadvantage of this material is the large weight of the finished product and its high cost.
Color solutions
Thanks to a large assortment of desk models, you can choose a design for any color scheme of the interior. Psychologists do not prohibit the use of bright colors for children's desks, but it is believed that such a color will distract the child from studying. To tune the student to a working mood, it is advisable to purchase furniture in neutral calm tones. Classic options are natural wood grain, from light (milk oak, alder, beech, etc.) to dark colors (ebony, wenge, Milanese walnut, etc.).
How to choose a desk for a student
A desk for school or a writing desk for the home should be selected in accordance with the height and age of the child. Regardless of the type, the design must be comfortable to use and safe.
Models for elementary students
For elementary school students, you need to choose classic rectangular table models with a minimum number of fasteners, rounded edges and made from environmentally friendly materials. The structure must be stable and appropriate for the child's height.
Elementary schoolchildren do not need a large tabletop and many drawers, since they still have few books and stationery. The ideal solution would be a transforming table with adjustable height and angle of inclination of the working surface.
Options for middle school students
In high school, the student's workload increases. Accordingly, the number of textbooks, notebooks, etc. is increasing. A full-time study requires a desk with a wider and longer tabletop to accommodate could accommodate a computer, a cabinet with spacious drawers and at least one hinged or desktop a shelf.
Models for teens
For a child of senior school age, it is worth choosing a more advanced desk model. The structure must have enough space for writing, placing a monitor, printer, keyboard, speakers, office supplies, and more. The configuration of the table can be different and correspond to the area of the room and the interior design.
How to arrange a workplace
Designing a work area for a student is practically no different from arranging an office space, with the exception of a few nuances. There must be additional functional accessories and a properly selected armchair or chair. The photos below show the options for designing a workplace for schoolchildren.
Optional accessories
To make the student's workplace as convenient and functional as possible, you need to use additional accessories for its arrangement:
- an additional light source in the form of a table lamp (even if the table is by the window), since it is the directional lighting that is very important, so as not to strain your eyes when reading or writing;
- mobile cabinet with large drawers;
- wall and table shelves;
- organizer for office supplies;
- stand for books - will provide the correct angle of inclination and distance to the eyes of the child;
- ordinary thick or plexiglass to protect the table top from mechanical damage or the location of educational materials, photos, etc. under it;
- marker or chalk board on the wall for taking notes and posting educational and other important information.
Chair selection
An equally important role in arranging a workplace for a student is played by choosing the right chair or chair, since at this age posture is formed. A stationary model should be in height according to the height of the child. In a seated position, the student's legs should be bent at the knees at an angle of 90 °, and the feet should be completely pressed to the floor.
Important! If you can't get a chair or chair with seat height adjustment, you need to buy or make a special footrest.
A universal design for a schoolchild of any age - a chair on wheels and with a special handle that adjusts the height of the seat. In addition, most of the structures are equipped with a back, designed taking into account the anatomical features of the child's spine, which is very important in the formation of correct posture.
What does a poor-quality choice lead to?
The choice of low-quality or inappropriate furniture for the student's age is fraught with many problems, from wasted money to problems with the child's health. For example:
- a low tabletop will lead to the fact that the child will bend over it strongly, which means he will get tired. As a result, scoliosis will develop and vision problems will arise;
- stool that is too high or too low will cause rapid fatigue;
- bright colors of the countertop will not allow the child to concentrate on their studies;
- poor-quality fasteners and sharp corners will increase the likelihood of child injury;
- natural wood, despite its environmental friendliness, is not the best option, since children are very active and not always neat, and very soon all furniture will be covered with scratches and dents.
In addition, you should not leave the choice of a desk to a child, since he will appreciate design more than functionality and medical requirements for children's furniture.
A few words in conclusion
A desk and chair that meet all sanitary standards and GOST will help the child to comfortably do homework. tasks, to form the correct posture, not to get tired during a long time spent studying and not to spoil vision. We hope that the recommendations given in this article will help you make the right choice and not regret buying.
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