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Benefits of Used Conference Tables

When you’re debating on purchasing a new conference table for your business, why not consider used? Used doesn’t mean that it’s scratched or dented either, although it could fall into that category. Many used pieces of furniture are of high quality at less cost because there are many reasons that furniture could be used. For example, tables and chairs may have been bought last year, but the company that bought them is changing its corporate culture and buying furniture again. So you get good quality for a small price because the furniture could be almost new.

Now there is also used office furniture, known as refurbished, that is another category.  When furniture is refurbished it could have its appearance refreshed or structural damage repaired.

Used Conference Table in Espresso with credenzaWhen you purchase furniture though, which has been used and then refurbished, you can save up to 90% by buying this type of furniture. This is because the cost of the furniture being made was absorbed the first time it was sold. When it’s resold, the price can be lowered because it’s a used piece of office furniture without these costs. This lets the sellers move pieces of furniture out quickly, and the buyers get a good deal additionally.

Questions to ask

Before buying your conference table or other pieces of furniture for your office, there are some questions that you might want to ask yourself. One question might be which type of piece will give your company a new look. Or how can you get good quality without going over budget? Also, if high quality is important to our business look, will purchasing a conference table which is refurbished be feasible to do?

Believe it or not, pre-owned furniture can be high-quality items with many options for you to achieve the right look you want for your office here. Plus, if the item is on clearance or discontinued, you will save even more money. You ‘ll be able to refurbish your office at a much lower cost than you may have anticipated. You may find that you can buy a few more pieces then if the price is right and upgrade your whole office.

Why pre-owned furniture is the right choice

Wood Veneer Used 42 Inch Round Conference Table, MahoganyThere are several reasons why pre-owned furniture is the best choice for your office. It’s more affordable which allows you to stay within your budget. You spend a fraction of the cost if you compare the pieces of furniture to a new pieces. This allows you to invest what you’ve saved into other items for the office such as computers or other office equipment.

So, you can buy higher quality pieces at a lower price. If the furniture was used for a short time or was a display piece, it could still be in great shape too. So, you can score a high-end conference table, for example, without sacrificing the quality you want and need. Because companies are constantly remodeling and refurbishing so they will sell their furniture to companies who deal in pre-owned furniture.

The other excellent reason for buying used is that it helps preserve the environment. It’s not just cost effective to buy used items but also “green.” Then, when you buy used, you’re keeping furniture which is in excellent shape from ending up in a landfill. This will help to minimize the overall effect you have on the environment.

Also, because these types of items are usually already in stock, there’s less shipping time involved. High-end items shipped from the factory can take longer to get to you. With used, it’s shipped from the warehouse right to your business so that you can get your office back into the highest working condition sooner.

Making the right choice

The replacement of your office furniture has to be done right, so it makes sense to buy used or refurbished when the furniture looks nice. You can get the same quality as buying new at a much lower price. You have multiple choices, and by saving money on one item, you may even be tempted to buy that special desk for yourself.  Buying used is not only smart but thrifty too; who doesn’t like to save money and get quality?

All in all, when you buy used, you’ve made a choice that you can feel good about.

References:

https://nationalofficeinteriors.com/product-category/tables/conference-tables/?filtering=1&filter_condition=Used

                Discontinued Items.

https://nationalofficeinteriors.com/product-category/office-collections/associate/

https://nationalofficeinteriors.com/hollywood-mahogany/

https://nationalofficeinteriors.com/santa-anita-series/ https://nationalofficeinteriors.com/rio-series-2/

                Clearance Items.

https://nationalofficeinteriors.com/product-category/clearance/

http://www.streetdirectory.com/travel_guide/198725/furniture/used_office_furniture_saves_money_and_the_environment.html

https://www.officefurnituredesignconcepts.com/the-many-benefits-of-used-office-furniture/

http://www.mcofficefurniture.com/benefits-of-choosing-used-furniture-for-your-office-refresh/

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Conference Tables and Storage Credenzas

Choosing a conference table

Morgan 10ft Conference Table StagedA conference table can be many sizes; having different shapes. It can also be made from an assortment of materials such as wood, marble, glass, synthetic materials or any combination of these elements. Additionally, when deciding upon what kind of table to use, how the table will be used and who will use it are important factors. So, for corporate meetings, a long solid wood table may be the best choice. If you’re planning on having small discussion groups, then a modular table may be the choice that you want.

One of the things to keep in mind though is that the conference table is the main focus of the conference room. You don’t want a table that is too big then for the room which would overwhelm it or one that is too small which would make it insignificant. So, take measurements to be sure that your table choice will fill the center of the room to the right proportions. You also need to consider what other equipment you’re going to have in the conference room to be sure that you have the right amount of space that you’re going to need. In addition, when measuring, you need to take into account the door and ceiling heights as well as the window placements.

So, make a mental checklist. On your checklist put the equipment needed in the conference room.  You will need to know too on your list where the power sources are and where the furniture and equipment is going to be placed in relation to the power sources. So, if AV and teleconferencing equipment is going to be used on a regular basis, you may want to think about a conference table which has wire management touch or data/power access ports. No matter how big or small the space is that you have for your conference room, there will be a table which fits. The Associate Series offers wood conference tables of all kinds for this. What sets this series apart is the ability to seat two people at each end on of 5′ wide tables as well as the quality of the furniture.

Once you have chosen your table, then you will need to position the rest of the furniture in your conference room. Below is a general chart for furniture spacing:

  • When placing each chair around the table, there needs to be 30” between chairs.
  • Between the wall and the table there needs to be between 48-56” for clearance.
  • Between the table and one wall there needs to be 60” for main aisle space.
  • Between the back of the chair and the wall, there needs to be 16” when the chair is pushed in so that there is the ability to walk along the table when the chairs are being used.
  • There should be 24” between the wall and the back of the chair without having to turn the chair sideways to get out of the chair if this is not a walking area during presentations.
  • Between the easel/visual display board and the table there needs to be 56”.
  • To present material on the wall, there needs to be 30” of free space for standing at the head of the table.

Choosing a Storage Credenzas

Everyday Gray Storage CabinetA storage credenza can store many different types of office necessities. A credenza usually has cabinets, filing compartments and drawers with a long top that makes a good work surface. A storage credenza comes in traditional and modern styles as well as being made from materials like wood or hard plastic.

Another thing is that your desk and the finish on your credenza don’t have to exactly match. If you want to be a little eclectic, purchase a light wood credenza against the dark wood of a desk. Then repeat the light wood tones with perhaps some dark wood throughout your office in other wood pieces and even with the lamps. In addition, small spaces aren’t an issue with a credenza because it doesn’t have to be deep. These will also work under a window if you’re short of wall space.

The right conference table will give your conference room the look that you’re aiming for. The right credenza will give you extra work space, plus room for office supplies hidden and out of sight. With the correct choices, you can have a well-made conference room

References:

https://nationalofficeinteriors.com/product-category/office-collections/associate/

http://www.custom-handmade-furniture.com/pdfs/aa howtobuyaconfrence.pdf

https://www.cymax.com/conference-table-guide–P1.htm