10 Ways You Can Customize an Amish Wood Desk
Amish wood desks are special. They are not only beautiful and solid, but they can be customized to fit your needs. These options let you create a desk with the look, features, and function that work best for you.
Here are 10 ways you can customize an Amish wood desk to be a piece you enjoy using, looking at, and passing on for generations.
Get ready. It’s fun.
10 Ways to Customize an Amish Wood Desk
Choose a Reverse Layout
L desks feature a main desk area and a return. The return attaches to the desk and provides an extra work surface. It is often where a hutch is added and may include a pencil drawer.
Amish desks let you choose the return on the left or right, so you can order the layout that fits your office best.
Create a Larger Kneehole Space
You can request extra kneehole space if you have a larger desk chair. This makes room for your chair and keeps you sitting comfortably.
Increase the Desk Height
You can also increase the desk height. This adds leg room and lets your chair slide under the desk when not in use. A small change that adds comfort.
Choose a Pencil Drawer or Keyboard Pullout
Most desks include a central pencil drawer for writing tools. If you prefer, you can swap it for a keyboard pullout. The pullout slides out when you need it and tucks away when you don’t.
Add a Glass or Leather Top
A glass top protects the wood while a leather top adds a rich, luxurious touch. Both options upgrade the look and feel of your desk.
These are often recommended for cherry or brown maple since they are softer hardwoods.
Add Lights to Hutch Tops
Hutch tops add shelves, cubbies, and cabinets. You can also add lighting, manual or touch, right where you need it.
Add Power Ports or Grommet Holes
Power ports add outlets and USB charging to your desk. Grommet holes help keep cords neat and out of sight. Both options add convenience without clutter.
Have Matching Pieces Built
If you love your Amish desk and want matching pieces, ask for a bookcase, file cabinet, or credenza to be built in the same style. Many woodworkers are happy to create them for you.
Have the Backside Finished
You can choose to have the back of your desk finished with stain and raised panels. This makes the desk look beautiful from all sides, ideal if it sits in the center of a room.
Modify Mail Slots or Pullout Trays
Mail slots and pullout trays can be adjusted to fit your workflow. If you want them in a different location, woodworkers can move them where they work best for you.
Conclusion
Amish wood desks stand out because they can be built around your needs. From layout to finish, every choice helps shape a desk that is yours alone. Which customization would you choose?
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