Advantages and disadvantages of electric desks

1. Less risk of gaining weight

Standing uses considerably more energy than sitting. While standing for most of the day, the average person burns more than 170 calories. By using a standing desk, you can protect yourself from obesity and, in the best case scenario, additionally lose weight.

2. Less risk of heart disease

Working in a standing position reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease. Studies have repeatedly shown that standing for hours improves certain indicators of cardiovascular health (cholesterol levels, blood pressure).

3. Lower blood sugar levels

Working at a standing desk, or alternating between sitting and standing, reduces blood sugar spikes. Studies have shown that an employee working standing for 3 hours after lunch reduces 43% more sugar than one who works at a seated desk.

4. Prolonging life

Researchers report that each hour of sitting shortens life by 21 minutes. So working at a desk but standing has a significant impact on life extension.

5. Improved mood and boost of energy

People who work at a standing desk experience significantly lower levels of stress and fatigue. Increased energy levels are noticed, not only in the first hours of work, but throughout the day.

6. Higher productivity

When an employee works standing up, or is able to get up from their chair at any time without leaving their workstation, they have more energy, feel better, are not lethargic, and all this contributes to better concentration. As a result, he or she gets his or her work done faster, and often the quality of the work is also affected.

What's more!

• A height-adjustable desk is a modern piece of office furniture. Such a piece of furniture has both an impact on the image of the entire company and the employer himself.
• In addition, it creates an ergonomic workplace. One and the same workstation can be used by many employees, regardless of their height and individual preferences.

When looking for a desk for your home office, pay attention to the model available in our offer - the Lano-E 300 T electric desk with height-adjustable top. The MARO electric desk in this version is a combination of a stylish top and a classic inverted T-shaped leg. The desk is equipped with an anti-collision sensor and a soft start & stop function, which ensures smooth movement of the tabletop. Its functions can be operated using a PC, MAC, tablet and smartphone.

1. High price

For people who have to make every penny count, the price of the desk can be of great importance. Electric desks are much more expensive than traditional desks. You have to pay in the region of PLN 3,000 for a professional model. On the other hand, these desks are an investment in health, and their use translates into quality and speed of work. Despite the price, it is worth considering the purchase.

2. Risk of drive failure

A desk with a mechanism that allows you to adjust the height level of the top can become a useless piece of furniture the moment the drive fails. Not being able to set it to the correct height can cause discomfort and at the same time make work much more difficult. Servicing the desk and replacing the drive, or buying a new piece of furniture, involves another cost.

3. Power consumption

An electric desk, like any energy-powered device, consumes electricity. You therefore have to reckon with an increase in your electricity bill. However, this is not an amount to be feared.