During the obligatory quarantine due to the Covid-19 pandemic, people find out that teleworking is a good alternative to traditional work. So there are more and more people who prefer working from home.
Many people think that working from home means that you can work sitting on your couch or laying on your bed. However, when they begin to work, they find out that to be productive a proper workstation is mandatory. These are some tips to choose the best furniture for teleworking.
Choose the perfect chair
A good, comfortable chair is vital in any workstation. You will probably spend good money if you want a proper chair. The idea is to be comfortable and to be more productive.
The chair should be wide to allow freedom of movement. It should be adjustable in height and the backrest, it should be ergonomic and high enough to support the entire back, especially the lower back. It is better if it has a mechanism for adjusting the seat and backrest inclination.
It is highly recommendable that the chair has armrests and headrests, the latter allows the vertebrae in the dorsal area to rest. Remember the selection of a chair cannot be merely esthetical but functional, it must be comfortable.
Choose the perfect table table
The table should be big enough to have all you need at hand and you must be able to place your computer screen 55 cm (22 in) from your eyes. To meet these requirements the table must measure at least 120 x 60 cm (47 x 24 in).
The ideal height for the table depends on the user. Generally, a table height between 68 and 76 cm (27- 30 in) is ideal. Choose tables made of materials with clear or opaque finishes, avoid any reflective materials. The table must be stable and have enough room for your legs to move freely.
With these two pieces of furniture, you have what you need to have a good space to telework. A good chair can be expensive so you can rent it while you have the money to buy a definitive one.
Choose a well-lighted room
You do not need a huge space to install your office. However, it must be a comfortable, well-lighted space. It can be an empty room or even a basement. If you do not have a proper room to do it. You can use the kitchen or dining table as your office space, but this implies that you need to stop every meal. If you do not want to be interrupted you may use an empty corner in a large room, a big and empty closet, or even under the stairs.
Ideally, locate your office near a window or other source of natural light. Put the desk or table perpendicular to the window. You shouldn’t put it against the window, because you will have glare, and neither on the front because you will need more light to be able to see.
