Standard office desk Size Guide

Q: What is the standard height of an office desk?

3nnnnMost fixed office desks sit at 750 mm (about 29.5 in). This height works well for people between 170 cm and 183 cm tall. Outside that range, a keyboard tray, footrest, or height-adjustable desk fits better.

Q: Is a 1,200 mm desk big enough?

3nnnnA 1,200 mm wide desk fits a laptop and a single monitor comfortably, along with basic accessories. For dual monitors or heavier multitasking, 1,500 mm or more works better.

Q: How much does an office desk weigh?

3nnnnWeight ranges from about 20 kg for laminate desks up to 40 kg or more for solid wood or steel-frame desks. Check the material before assuming a desk is easy to move alone.

Furniture Dimensions

Standard office desk Size Guide measures 1,400.0mm × 700.0mm. It weighs about 22,000.0g.

Dimensions

Length	1,400.0 mm
Width	700.0 mm
Weight	22,000.0 g

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Standard office desk measures 1,400 mm × 700 mm (140 cm × 70 cm), with a typical height of 750 mm. It weighs around 25 kg to 40 kg, depending on the material.

Dimensions table:

Dimension	Value
Length (Width)	1,400 mm (140 cm / 55.1 in)
Depth	700 mm (70 cm / 27.6 in)
Height	750 mm (75 cm / 29.5 in)
Weight	25–40 kg (55–88 lbs)

A standard office desk runs 1,200 mm to 1,800 mm wide, 600 mm to 800 mm deep, and sits around 750 mm tall. The 1,400 × 700 mm size covers most home and office setups — enough room for a monitor, keyboard, and a few accessories without eating up the whole room.

Height matters more than people think. At 750 mm, the desk suits users roughly 170 cm to 183 cm tall when paired with a properly adjusted chair. Shorter or taller users often do better with a height-adjustable desk, which usually spans 620 mm to 1,280 mm.

Weight depends heavily on the build. A laminate or particleboard desk lands closer to 20–25 kg, while solid wood or steel-frame desks can reach 35–40 kg or more. If you’re planning to move the desk often, this difference matters just as much as the footprint.

Depth is worth checking too. A 600 mm depth works for a laptop, but a monitor needs closer to 700–750 mm to sit at a comfortable viewing distance.

Desk types comparison table:

Type	Width	Depth	Height
Standard desk	1,200–1,800 mm	600–800 mm	750 mm
Compact/Student desk	900–1,200 mm	500–600 mm	750 mm
Executive desk	1,500–2,100 mm	750–900 mm	750–760 mm
Adjustable standing desk	1,200–1,800 mm	600–800 mm	620–1,280 mm
L-shaped desk	1,200–1,800 mm per side	600–900 mm	750–760 mm

FAQs:

What is the standard height of an office desk?

Most fixed office desks sit at 750 mm (about 29.5 in). This height works well for people between 170 cm and 183 cm tall. Outside that range, a keyboard tray, footrest, or height-adjustable desk fits better.

Is a 1,200 mm desk big enough?

A 1,200 mm wide desk fits a laptop and a single monitor comfortably, along with basic accessories. For dual monitors or heavier multitasking, 1,500 mm or more works better.

How much does an office desk weigh?

Weight ranges from about 20 kg for laminate desks up to 40 kg or more for solid wood or steel-frame desks. Check the material before assuming a desk is easy to move alone.