Today, it isn’t just artists and freelancers who work from home, working from home is the new normal for almost everyone. For the first few weeks, it may seem like fun to work from your bed but when you’re hunched over the laptop for hours at a stretch, you may begin to complain of backaches and your productivity may suffer. What you need is a laptop table. These tables give you a comfortable space to work. Today, these tables are as important as having a dining table. Let’s take a look at all the different types of tables you can work at.

Folding tables

Though the mattress may not be a steady surface for your laptop, the bed still feels like a comfortable place to work. If you like working from your bedroom, you need a folding table. These tables are designed with short legs that can fold under the table top. This way they do not use much space when they’re not being used. Folding tables often also have table tops that can be angled to improve ergonomics. You can adjust the angle of the table top to work on a flat surface parallel to the ground or at a 15-45 degree angle.  Folding laptop table are used not only for people who want to work from home but even when you want to watch a movie in bed or enjoy a zoom call with your friends.

Height Adjustable Laptop Tables

Laptop tables aren’t only intended for use on your bed. You may also need a laptop table if you plan on working from the sofa in our living room. Laptop tables with adjustable heights are very popular in such situations. These tables are just big enough for your laptop and maybe a bottle of water and they have straight, fixed legs that can be made taller or shorter. The legs are typically made out of metal while the top may be made out of wood. They are also useful if you’re planning a TV dinner by yourself.

Tables with cushioned bottoms

When you’re working on the bed or out in the garden, you may want to keep the laptop on your lap. Not only is this uncomfortable, it is also unsafe. The laptop needs a stable base which your lap may not provide and as you work, the laptop gets hotter. A tabletop with a soft, cushioned base is the perfect solution. The base is usually filled with Styrofoam beans. This keeps it soft and ensures that it retains its shape for years. The fabric covering the cushioned base is usually colourful and vibrant making the table look fun and fresh.  These tables are usually smaller than the other types of laptop tables. They are very useful for young children.

Wooden laptop tables

If you’re looking for style and quality, you can’t go wrong with a wooden laptop table. These tables are long lasting and sturdy. It is a myth that wooden tables are expensive and out of reach. If you choose table made out mango wood, you’d find it well within your budget. Tables crafted from teak and rose wood are expensive but these types of wood have a much richer appeal and there’s a high chance they will become family heirloom pieces. Wooden tables are available as folding tables or height adjustable tables.

Buying the perfect table

Just as there are many different types of tables to choose from, the price points for these tables also vary. Don’t make price be the deciding factor for your furniture choice. Table made out of MDF and particle board are cheap but they have a limited lifespan and no amount of repairing will be effective. These tables look cheap too and won’t do much to put you in a productive state of mind. Aesthetics is important – else, why would office spend so much on designing their spaces?

Always buy tables that are made from solid wood. It’s advisable to know the basics about the different types of wood and their pros and cons. If you’re shopping on a budget, pine wood and mango wood are ideal options but if you’re looking for quality and have a little more to spend, invest in teak or rosewood. Also pay attention to the quality of construction. The joints should be stable and well made with secure joinery.

You can buy a laptop table online today and have it delivered to your doorstep. There’s no easier or more convenient way to shop today. Depending on where you are and where you shop from, your table should be home within a week of being ordered. If you buy a wooden table, a little polish now and then will keep it looking brand new so you feel like working when you look at your table. So, are you ready to shop?