desk height

Work surface level

Desk height refers to the vertical measurement of a desk's work surface from the floor, typically around 28 to 30 inches for standard desks.

The term also describes something sized to fit under or work with a desk: a desk-height filing cabinet, desk-height drawers.

Standing desks have prompted more attention to proper desk height for ergonomic comfort.

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lumbar support · body mechanics · desks · ergonomics · posture · adjustability · wrist rest · inches · office layout · joint health · furniture · cable management · keyboard · monitor · eye level · sitting · surface · level

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furniture measurement type

desk heightstanding height

Vertical dimension upright

seat height · floor level · legroom · ground level · ceiling height

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