Getting ready for school: the best desks for home for 2020

When a child goes to first grade, parents help him to arrange a workplace. For this, an ordinary writing or computer desk is often bought. But what if a desk is a more convenient and safer solution?

To understand everything, the editors of the site "Ya Nashla" prepared an overview of the highest quality, popular desks for those who are just going to school.

What is a desk at home for?

Contrary to stereotypes that the desk is only for school, and at home a child can do homework on any horizontal surface, this is not at all the case. Of course, with additional diligence and diligence, academic performance will not drop if you solve examples on the windowsill, but write a presentation on the kitchen table. But when doing homework, the student should not get tired of sitting in an uncomfortable position or having to constantly strain his eyes.

The workplace should not only be safe, but also comfortable. The school desk makes it possible to delimit the space of the children's room: here we do homework, study, and here we relax, play. This approach disciplines, helps the child to accustom him to order and responsibility.

Criterias of choice

So, what to look for in the first place when choosing a school desk? First, let's figure out what they are. According to GOST 22046-2016, which applies to any furniture for educational institutions, and GOST 5994-93 (ISO 5970-79), which applies to desks for grades 1-4 of various educational institutions, desks are of several types.

By the number of seats:

• single;
• double.

By design features:

1. With constant parameters;
2. With adjustable parameters.

In models of the second type, it is possible to change the height of the product.

Products of both the first and second types are:

• With a constant inclination of the lid;
• Adjustable tilt.

Obviously, if the child is alone, then he needs a single desk. But what if there are two children? Of course, you can save money and buy a double desk. Furniture will take up less space, provided that the children live or do their homework in the same room. And if the guys study in the same class, then their homework will be much easier and faster for them. The disadvantage of this approach may be that each child needs personal space, children can work at different paces and, as a result, instead of well-coordinated work, simply interfere with each other. Therefore, the option of purchasing two single desks can be more productive. It all depends on the nature and relationship between the kids.

The main characteristics when choosing a school desk are:

• Product dimensions. Non-adjustable desks are of the following functional sizes (according to GOST).

№	Average student height (in cm)	Height group (in cm)	Marking color
1	105	100 — 115	Orange
2	120	115 — 130	Violet
3	135	130 — 145	yellow
4	150	145 — 160	red

Adjustable desks should vary in height from number 1 to number 4.

• Body and table top. For the child's psyche, light, pastel colors are considered the safest. Imitation of texture of fabric or wood is acceptable. Brighter, deeper colors can be used on the seat or back of the chair, metal frame. The same restrictions apply to the wooden frame as to the countertop, but it is permissible to use darker colors.
• Safety. The structure must be strong and stable. Additionally, many manufacturers complete tables and chairs with soft pads on the legs so that the products do not stagger on uneven surfaces.
• Environmental friendliness. Give preference to models made of MDF, chipboard and metal. Among the plastic options, there are also decent specimens, but sometimes too cheap options can have extraneous odors. Harsh smells of paint, varnish or plastic are generally unacceptable for children's furniture - the child may have a headache or vomit.
• Additional accessories and construction details. The presence of a drawer unit with drawers or a drawer under the table top simplifies the process of doing homework. The kid does not need to run across the room to a shelf or closet for notebooks or the necessary textbook. The superstructure performs a similar function. A nice design detail is the pencil case - a recess on the table top. It is convenient to put all the necessary pencils and pens there during work and know that they will not "scatter" on the floor.

Be sure to buy furniture with your child. So you will not "miss" with the parameters, and the baby will choose exactly the model that he likes externally. Let the child sit at the table for a couple of minutes, write or draw. Look from the side: is the child hunched over, whether the product is suitable in height, whether the feet touch the ground.

Selection errors

Countertop color

A table with a dark or bright, contrasting table top can fit well into the interior of the nursery, and please you and your child. But such a furniture design can contribute to the rapid fatigability of the student, cause vision problems.

The lighter, calmer the color of the countertop, the better. Bright colors are acceptable on legs, drawers, table edging.

If you can't find a model in the desired color scheme, there are at least two options:

• purchase on order in a furniture workshop;
• purchase a desk in a neutral color, and then repaint some of the elements in the desired color or paste over with self-adhesive film.

Glossy finish on the countertop

The shiny surface of the lid will cause the child's eyes to be in constant tension. You will either have to cover the table with a cloth, which is not very convenient, or glue the surface of the lid with self-adhesive.

It is better to immediately give preference to a model with a matte surface - it is much safer for the eyes.

Incorrect table or chair height

Furniture, selected not for the child's height, quickly leads to various diseases. Constant muscle tension, sitting in an uncomfortable position, leads to the fact that the child gets tired faster, is easily irritated, it is more difficult for him to concentrate on new material.

Over time, spinal curvature may occur, and sometimes, as a result, headaches or blurred vision.

Our goal is not to scare parents, but together with you to prevent diseases.

Hardware quality

All movable elements - regulators, joints, of course, must be made of high quality materials, do not jam, crumble or dangle. Pay attention to how the handles are screwed to the drawers, for example, if the threads are ripped off. All parts should be pleasant to the touch, without burrs and chips.

Review of the best desk manufacturers

Having remembered the main criteria for choosing a product, let's move on to solving the question "Which company is better to give preference to?" It is worth choosing not for the price or popularity of the models, but for the quality of the products. You can find out whether the materials and assembly are good by the presence of certificates, whether the products meet state standards. It is also worth reading customer reviews. The best manufacturers of school furniture are:

• Mayer;
• Cubby;
• Fun Desk;
• Kid-Fix;
• Mealux;
• Nika;
• Smoby;
• Posture;
• Polesie;
• I AM.

Rating of quality desks for the home for 2020

The review presents the best desks for first graders. The list has been compiled taking into account all the main types of products, as well as the price range. Detailed descriptions contain information about all the functionality, pros and cons of the model.

Desk Mayer PROFI 3

Our rating is opened by a school desk, which in terms of its functionality, quality and safety indicators is significantly ahead of competitors. The impeccably assembled structure of the German company Mayer is one of the "growing" furniture, which means that it will be convenient for not only first-graders to work with it, but older schoolchildren. The height of the workplace is changed by adjusting the legs, the available height range is 57-75 cm.

The working area is represented by a three-section tabletop measuring 116x66 cm, while the central section is inclined, the angle of which can be adjusted. The side parts are stationary, which means they can be used as additional space for placing educational supplies, as well as installing additional shelves, stands, and other storage systems.

Important! The design provides protection against trapping fingers, which is already unique.

Separately, it is worth noting the rounded shape of the tabletop, which is a safety factor due to the absence of sharp corners.

The cost of the Mayer PROFI 3 desk: 32,600 rubles.

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Set I SELF First place Lady

A small, lilac-white school desk will be a great addition to a child's little girl.

Average price: 5800 rub.

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Nika Alphabet Kit (NKP1 / 1)

A bright, compact pair of table and chair for children from 3 to 7 years old. The model can be easily transformed into a desk. The signs on the table top - numbers and the alphabet - will help you feel more confident in the first days at school.

Average price: 2249 rub.

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FUN DESK Sorriso set

A pair of a chair and a transforming desk from an Italian manufacturer is distinguished by the quality of assembly and materials.

Average price: 11,900 rubles.

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School desk Posture 120cm separate with a light cabinet

A laconic white model with the ability to adjust the height and tilt of the table top. Material - chipboard.

Average price: 10 590 rub.

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Kid-Fix desk School desk

A simple minimalistic model made of natural birch will fit into any interior, will last a long time and without any complaints.

Average price: 12,900 rubles.

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CUBBY growing children's desk with a high chair (KARO BLUE)

The functional model in pastel colors is distinguished by the safety of materials (metal, plastic) and build quality.

Average price: 9600 rubles.

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PART HELLO KITTY SMOBY (PINK)

The product for children from three years old is made in the brand's corporate colors - pale pink and blue. In this model, the height and inclination of the lid cannot be adjusted. The table and the highchair are interconnected - this design feature protects the baby from accidentally falling from the chair.

Average price: 4749 rub.

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Polesie table 58751

A small plastic model with funny drawings on the body will appeal to many kids. An interesting design of the table top: a removable plastic drawing panel is inserted in the middle of the surface, under which you can put an album, paints, pencils.

Average price: 2593 rub.

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Mealux BD-04 New XL Teddy Kit

The transformer model with a metal frame and surfaces made of high-quality plastic is resistant to mechanical damage, easy to clean and clean. The ergonomic design makes it safe for children's health.

Average price: 12,500 rubles.

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Children's desk-desk "Ladnaya"

This small but functional model lives up to its name - it takes up very little space, while allowing you to do all the work you need. Will be an ideal solution for owners of a small apartment or a creative child.

Average price: 3400 rubles.

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Where is the best place to put the school desk?

You can say as much as you like that technical progress has stepped far, far, but at the moment artificial light cannot yet replace daylight. Therefore, it is best to put the desk closer to the window. If the child is left-handed, then the light should fall from the right side, for a right-handed person, vice versa. Be sure to check if this window is showing through.

Of course, you can't always do your homework in natural light. Therefore, you still need to put a lamp on the table.

How to properly sit at a desk?

• Legs should not be pulled or pressed under the chair; it is recommended to bend them at right angles.
• Likewise, the right angle should be between the back and the hips.
• Be sure to place your feet completely on the floor. Not on toes or heels, but completely. This position will prevent pain and leakage. In order for the child to be less difficult, it is better to purchase a table with a footrest or a chair with a footrest.
• The elbows should not hang from the table, but be completely on it.
• The back and neck should be straight and relaxed.

A well-known way to show your child how an upright posture should feel is to walk up and lean your back against a wall. Another method is that if there is no wall nearby or it is inconvenient to walk to it, then you need to lift your chest (chest) up and forward. With this movement, the shoulders straighten themselves. A few rehearsals in front of a mirror - and a skill in your pocket!

Conclusion

We figured out how important a school desk is for a student. We hope that our tips will help you get a reliable assistant that will help your baby to more easily overcome the ocean of knowledge.

If you already have experience using one of the desks discussed in this review or you know a more interesting, high-quality model, you can share your impressions in the comments.