Corner table for the student: a review of models and tips on choosing

Today it is not difficult to choose for the student suitable furniture of various modifications. Choosing a table for a school-age child is a very responsible and serious task. Instead of classic rectangular shapes, many buyers turn to corner structures, which have many distinctive characteristics.

Furniture angular modification today is very popular. It has an attractive appearance. In addition, it is quite convenient to use it, which is especially important for the student, who has to spend a lot of time at the table.Before you go to the furniture salon for such a product, you need to familiarize yourself with its pros and cons.

Such furniture has the following advantages:

• corner tables have a large work surface, while the dimensions of the furniture themselves may be small or medium; for this reason it is very convenient to work at such tables;
• you can put any computer equipment on such a table, without causing damage to the total area of ​​the furniture;
• although the corner tables often look rather large, they save a lot of free space in the room, because they are placed in the corner, while the rest of the space remains untouched where the young owner of the room can put what he wants;
• There are many modifications of such tables - they can have various functional additions such as add-ons, cabinets and shelves;

• the presence of a corner table in the room creates the effect of more spacious space;
• the range of corner tables is represented by models made of different materials, you can choose the best option for every taste and budget;
• depending on the size of a particular model, it can be used immediately by two children studying at school;
• such furniture is versatile and fits easily into the interior ensembles, made in different styles, from classic to modern;
• Corner tables can be equipped with various add-ons, shelves, drawers and cabinets, access to which is always free, so you can safely talk about the usability of such structures.

From the above qualities, we can conclude that the corner table is the perfect solution for arranging the room in which the student lives.

However, we must not forget that this furniture has its drawbacks, such as:

• it is possible to put corner furniture only in the corner of the room, to other territories it is not designed, otherwise the table can block the passage and noticeably “burden” the situation;
• such furniture structures do not in all cases succeed in putting them near a window in a room, so they cannot be left without additional artificial lighting;
• most modern corner products (with rare exceptions) are static and do not have transformable mechanisms, because of which they must be chosen in accordance with the age and height of the student; in the course of his growing up such a table can not be increased in its dimensions;
• many modern corner tables are made of such a popular material as MDF; it is impossible to eat or eat short snacks on such surfaces, since this material is not designed for such an application - it gets dirty very quickly and then completely loses its former attractiveness;

• if you pick up a corner table designed for computer installation, then most likely there will be a lower compartment for the system unit; it should be borne in mind that in closed departments the equipment will not be ventilated, it will overheat, which will lead to disruptions in its work;
• being at the corner table, the student will always be directed to the surroundings with his back; This nuance confuses many young users, because in such circumstances, many people do not feel very comfortable;
• as a rule, angular varieties have a higher cost than rectangular ones;
• even if the corner table has small dimensions, it is still difficult to rearrange it to a new place without damaging the wall or floor finish.

There are several types of corner tables, which are usually bought for the organization of the working space in the room of the student.

• Corner table computer type. Such models today are most in demand, since computer technology is present in every home. However, in most cases, such tables are designed only for work with a computer - it is not always convenient to do their homework with them. If this model is equipped with additional shelves and sliding surfaces, then the child will be able to learn from it.

• Desk. Such furniture of an angular structure will give the chance to involve a free corner in the room. This option is quite roomy. On it it will turn out to put the monitor, textbooks, notebooks, stationery and other items necessary for the student.

• Transformer. Such options are less common above. As a rule, they can be adjusted in height, but you need to consider that transformers are more expensive than standard options, especially if they are made of natural wood.

• Loft bed. This modular furniture design also makes it possible to save the available space in the student’s room. In such products, the bed is always placed on the upper tier, and the desktop - on the lower.Of course, the loft bed can have a sofa in the lower part or a play area instead of a table. The choice of a suitable modification depends on the preferences of the buyer.

• Folding / retractable. These types of desktops can be designed independently.

• For two children. As mentioned earlier, some varieties are designed for use by two children. In the conditions of small rooms they are most often placed along one of the free walls in the nursery.

Modern corner tables for students are made from a variety of materials.

• Natural wood. This material is the highest quality, reliable, environmentally friendly, strong and durable. It produces excellent tables that do not contain hazardous substances. However, wooden options require regular treatment with antiseptics, otherwise they will simply begin to dry or even rot. The cost and weight of such products can disappoint the buyer. They are expensive and weigh quite a lot, so moving them is very difficult.

• LDSP is an inexpensive and simple material. Uncomplicated furniture of template design is made of it.However, for children of any age you should not buy such products - in their composition there are formaldehydes dangerous for health. Of course, you can find a table from class E-1 laminated chipboard in the store (this material is safer), but when you buy it you must ask for a quality certificate, because you may be deceived by presenting the toxic material as environmentally friendly.

• MDF. Furniture made of MDF is not cheap, but it looks very interesting. Tables of similar raw materials can be made in any way. Some of them successfully imitate wood, and there are no hazardous components in their composition. However, it must be borne in mind that MDF will not last as much as natural wood. In addition, it is impossible to eat on such a table, since with such operation it will quickly lose its attractiveness.

• Glass designs look very stylish and modern. They are recommended to be put in rooms where teenagers live. Having such furniture, it is worth paying attention that it can be easily damaged even if it is made of rather thick glass. In addition, it will often have to be cleaned - fingerprints easily remain on the glass surface.

When choosing the optimal table for the student it is extremely important to consider the size of the furniture. These parameters will have a direct impact on the development of a growing organism. This can include the correct formation of posture, the distribution of loads on the neck, back and eyes. Mainly when buying an angular furniture structure you need to rely on the correct posture of the student.

You can determine the required height parameter as follows:

• the height of the tabletop must coincide with the solar plexus point of the young user, which works behind the structure;
• the gap between the tabletop and the child’s knees should be about 10–15 cm;
• the elbow of the student’s hand, which is at the table, should be placed slightly below its plane (about 5 cm);
• the ideal length of the table top is 1 m;

• if a schoolboy, being at the table, moves his hands to him, his shoulders should remain in the correct position - and not higher, and not lower than the natural height;
• absolutely all the necessary things should be located on the tabletop: books, notebooks, stationery, lighting devices; the best width of the workplace is from 80 to 100 cm,and if you plan to put computer equipment on the table, the distance from the monitor to the eyes should reach 40 cm;
• the feet of the young user should be free - the ideal size of this zone should be approximately 50x50 cm.

It is necessary to choose a table for the student as carefully as possible.

It is worth considering what criteria are most important when choosing such furniture structures.

• Material. It is advisable to purchase eco-friendly options from wood or MDF, despite their high price. Glass products are more suitable for a neat teenager. If you buy a model from laminated chipboard, then you need to look for a variant from raw materials with E-1 marking. Request a certificate of quality when purchasing such modifications.
• Equipment. Initially, decide which configuration you want to buy the table. There are a lot of different models on the furniture market today. For example, you can choose a simple and inexpensive table or an improved model with add-ons and transformable mechanisms. Immediately having defined your desires, you can choose the right material very quickly.

• Style and color. In this case, you should rely not only on the execution of the surrounding interior of the nursery, but also on the sex of the child. For example, a delicate pastel shade is more suitable for a girl, and a more serious dark table may suit the boy’s taste.
• Workmanship. Inspect the table before buying. It should not be damaged - chips, scratches. All connections must be strong and of high quality. If the table sways or makes creaky sounds when moving, then it is better not to buy it - it is unlikely that it will last for a long time.
• Manufacturer. Refer to products from reputable companies. Of course, such options are not very cheap, but they are of good quality.

Correctly chosen corner table for the student must be placed in a suitable place, while you should follow the simple rules.

• Do not put such furniture directly in front of the window. The eyes of the student will quickly get tired of the annoying sunlight. In addition, the child all the time will want to see what's going on outside the window, so he will be distracted.
• If the student is right-handed, then the corner table is recommended to be placed in such a way that the light falls on it from the left side. If the child writes with his left hand, then vice versa.
• You should not have a corner in the center of the room or near the wall, because such an arrangement does not quite fit this furniture. As a result, you risk getting cluttered, looking disharmonious. It is possible to put a similar table near a free wall only if it is used by two children at once.

How to make a corner computer desk for the student, see the following video.