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These days, sitting in front of a computer screen isn’t as fun and exciting as it used to be anymore, mainly because computers are now used more for work and school purposes, both of which are pretty boring. But there are ways to make it fun, either by getting loads of office gadgets to fill…

Whatever the reason for working from home, it’s always good to style your home office to complement its use – to make your home office look professional.  If your home office is to look professional, then the reality is you need to keep it formal, tidy, and in keeping with what you use it for….

The importance of how well lit your own working environment is cannot be overstated, get it wrong and it will lead to you being more susceptible to office fatigue. That’s mental exhaustion brought about by the taxing of the brain, exposure to monitor glare, physical inactivity, stress, etc… When you’re working from your home office…

When a squeaky sound starts to come from a chair as you shift around in it, it can be annoying. That pestering noise can emanate from all kinds of home office equipment— including office chairs, cabinets, and even desks. There is some good news, we can tell you what the best lubricants are for all…

Unfortunately some of us know that neck pain is a very real problem, and one that many of us deal with. In this article, we’ll discuss ergonomics, what ergonomic features a good office chair should have, ultimately to advise on the best office chair for neck pain. We’ll also discuss the typical neck and shoulder…

Has your desk become a dust-magnet, and no matter how often you clean, it’s still covered in dust? If so, you’re not alone – my desk gets so dusty as well! Dust is one of the biggest challenges for any desk, office, or workspace; but, with the right products and techniques, you can keep your…

Best Desk Top Cleaning Products Having a clean workspace is essential to staying productive and motivated, but keeping your desk clean and tidy can be a challenge. It’s made easier if you have the right tools. There are some great desk top cleaning products can help you make sure that your workspace is always spotless….

Introduction Have you ever felt like your workspace is cluttered and you could use more storage space? Unless you have a custom-built home office, or dedicated home office room, you will likely be challenged for space. If so, you’re not alone. Many people feel like their workspace is cramped and that they lack storage space….

Creating an office in your home is a smart way to notch out space for work and keep distractions to a minimum. Having a small home can feel like there’s no place left to squeeze in a home office. However, there are ways that you can create an office without taking up too much space,…

Introduction There may be many reasons why your office chair is too big. It could be that the chair was made with larger adults in mind, or you are just a smaller individual. You may have just inherited a larger chair? Whatever the situation, you have a bigger chair than you’d like and need to…

Introduction Your back is aching, your arms are sore, your neck hurts… and you cannot seem to get comfortable while working at your office desk. Not being able to sit comfortably in your chair is an all-too-common problem, but there are ways to correct it, and we’re here to give you some pointers. If your…

When it comes to sitting in a chair for a long period of time, your comfort will become more of an issue the longer that you remain seated. A contributing factor to discomfort is often becoming too hot, mainly around your back and buttocks. These, of course, are the primary points of contact between the…

It is normal for lamp heads to become warm as the bulb can generate a lot of heat whilst in operation. To help you resolve this, its worth understanding why it gets hot. How hot your lamp gets is basically down to the power output and type of bulb that you are using in your…

Is your desk digging into an arm? Or do you have a table that cuts into your wrists? If you do, then below we have some really simple to steps for you to follow to avoid having to buy a new desk, table of piece of furniture. How do You Remove Sharp Edges From Furniture?…

How do I find space for a home office? The short answer is to perform a review of your home to understand what space there is; and then to assess if any rooms could be re-purposed, what furniture could be sacrificed to create space, or what outbuildings could be converted. Proceed with drawing up a…

If you come here and are intending to actually read what’s below, congratulations, you’re hoping to either get wealthy enough to have a larger place to live for yourself or make full use of the tiny cubicle you’re holed up in – which is usually referred to fancily as studio apartments, or studio flats (for…

If you are a big person, which inevitably means you are heavier, then you will need to make sure that your office chair is up to the task of supporting your weight, whilst still being ergonomically functional and comfortable. It must cater to your dimensions. We didn’t want to issue this article as a ‘best…

Introduction The development of modern life has led to the necessity of people becoming more sedentary, resulting in an increased number of problems with their backs. A lot of research has been done on this topic by various institutions all over the world. It was concluded that regular exercise is one of the best ways…

Introduction It is becoming more and more common for every home to have a room which is used as an office. Whether it is dedicated or simply set up in the guest bedroom, there are certain things to consider when creating a home office in your bedroom. This article aims to address the questions around…

Alas, an article about keyboards, the tools that guarantee your hourly journeys’ safety to the Internet, a place of wonders and memes. Also they guarantee that the potentiality of getting fired from your office job is significantly reduced, as long as you type really fast when your boss is looking. Ergonomic Keyboards for Wrist Pain – Your…

Don’t sit in discomfort! No matter which way your office chair adjusts, it is important to know how to do it properly so you can find the perfect height for you. The height of your office chair is important for keeping you comfortable and preventing back, shoulder and neck pain. If the height of an…

Your Body is a Temple! Well that’s what I tell my wife… sorry girls, taken! It truly is the best tool you’ll ever own, so look after it. You might be thinking, “I’m not bungy jumping here, just quietly sitting at my desk doing my work.” And, like many other folks that are working from…

If you’re an office or home worker, you could spend up to 40 hours a week sitting in an office chair. That’s a lot of time, and if your chair is squeaking; that can prove to be really distracting and annoying. You’ll either be annoying your work colleagues, family members… or just driving yourself crazy….

We all want to live the dream… Following your dream of working from home can be a great way to find financial freedom without having to sacrifice the time you want to spend with your family. Whether you’re looking for the courage to finally make the move, want to skip the commute, or just feel…

Introduction It is recommended that you have some sort of cooling down system in your home office, especially if it is upstairs or somewhere without adequate air circulation, if that’s you may be thinking ‘should my home office have a ceiling fan?’ If your home office is particularly hot during certain times of the day,…

More often than not the dimensions and the pre-existing contents of your home office will dictate where you locate your desk. But if you could locate it anywhere, what would be its optimal position? The Perfect Location The ideal place for your home office desk to be situated would be central to your workspace, a…

Well, size isn’t everything! Or so my wife tells me! Let’s be brutally honest, a bigger one most of the time is better than a smaller one… office that is! But for those of us that don’t have a huge office, there are ways you can maximise it’s look and feel to at least make…

This is the second of two articles which will guide you through going from a laptop couch-potato, to a home based entrepreneur in the making. The first article, if you haven’t seen it, takes you through the process of finding space for a home office. If you have read that one, welcome back! Step 2…

When one thinks of ergonomic products, the average person doesn’t think of actual ergonomic products and what benefits they provide – they look at the grotesque, curious, uncomfortable looking tools that should not and need not be designed to appear the way they do. It’s similar to placebo effect, you let expectations place strong holds…

You’ve all heard about ergonomic chairs, ergonomic keyboards, ergonomic mice, ergonomic peripherals – the word ergonomic itself has become somewhat a gimmick, to imply that certain tools, or to be more precise, certain office tools (which is where most of the ergonomic-[insert product] market focuses on these days) are to be placed on a whole…