Category: Office

How to Choose the Perfect Electric Lift-Top Standing Desk for Your Home Office

Linse Miller 26/09/2025

Standing desks are more than a workspace trend—they’re a game changer for your health, energy, and productivity. If you’re spending hours at a desk each day, switching to an electric lift-top standing desk might be one of the smartest decisions you make for your body and your workflow. Here’s everything you need to know before you invest in the perfect standing desk. Why a Standing Desk? The Health Benefits Are Real Studies show that alternating… How to Choose the Perfect Electric Lift-Top Standing Desk for Your Home Office

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8 Office Desks That’ll Get YOUR Job Done

Jayca Pike 24/08/2025

A good office desk makes it easier to get things done. Whether you’re a businessperson, head of household, or student, the right desk supports your workflow. It helps when it looks as good as it works, too. Amish desks do both. They bring solid wood style and smart function to your space. Because they’re custom made, they come with options you won’t find in ordinary desks. From executive desks that impress, to writing desks that… 8 Office Desks That’ll Get YOUR Job Done

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Office Desks That Help Declutter Your Space

Beth Rice 24/08/2025

Looking for an office desk that helps you stay organized? If your home office is covered in papers, cords, or supplies without a place, it might be time to declutter. Here are three desk styles that bring storage and function together for a clutter-free workspace. Which one is right for you? Computer Desks Keep Tech Clutter Under Control If you have more equipment than space, a computer desk could be the answer. Instead of balancing… Office Desks That Help Declutter Your Space

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Types of Desks Explained: 3 Questions to Find the Right One for You

Beth Rice 24/08/2025

Solid wood desks are versatile, beautiful, and durable. DutchCrafters desks are available in many different styles and with custom options to support your work. Before asking the three key questions that help you choose, it helps to know the main types of desks and how each can serve your space. Common Types of Desks Writing Desks Writing desks fit small and medium spaces nicely and can blend in anywhere, from home office to bedroom to… Types of Desks Explained: 3 Questions to Find the Right One for You

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Organize Your Home Office

Leah Meldman 23/08/2025

Every year, Organize Your Home Office Day reminds us how vital a clutter-free workspace can be. But you don’t have to wait for the holiday to give your office a refresh. Whether you work from home full-time or part-time, a tidy space makes it easier to focus and stay productive. Here are some simple ways to get started. Out with the Old Start by clearing out old paperwork that’s accumulating cob webs. It’s time to… Organize Your Home Office

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How to Create an Office Space without an Office

Beth Rice 23/08/2025

You don’t need a spare room to have an office. With a bit of creativity, plenty of spots in your home can double as a workspace. Here are some easy ideas for creating an office space without an office. 1. A Bedroom Work Space A quiet corner in the bedroom works well for a desk. Keep the layout simple with just a lamp and a laptop so the space stays open. A secretary desk, writing… How to Create an Office Space without an Office

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3 Best Writing Desks for Your Home Office

Seth Carter 14/03/2025

DutchCrafters has had the world’s most extensive catalog of online Amish furniture for over 20 years. Today, we’re diving into the three best solid wood, Amish-made writing desks that our customers love! I’ve spent time looking through our sales data, and here’s what I’ve learned: These desks are the most popular choices for home offices. Whether you’re a writer, remote worker, or someone who just needs a solid surface to get things done, a well-made… 3 Best Writing Desks for Your Home Office

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5 Steps to Setting Up a Shared Home Office Space

Aspen Foltz 12/09/2024

Ever since COVID, working from home has become even more popular. In fact, one in five workers is currently working remotely, so the odds of having a shared workspace at home have increased. We’re going to provide you with a guide on the most important things to consider when setting up your shared home office space and some organization ideas.  Here at DutchCrafters, we have received thousands of orders for office furniture and our furniture specialists regularly… 5 Steps to Setting Up a Shared Home Office Space

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5 Best Solid Wood Bookcases

Seth Carter 16/05/2024

We sifted through thousands of Amish furniture orders since the beginning of 2023 to provide an authoritative list of the most popular solid wood bookcases over the past 16 months. Amish-made bookcases are lauded for their durability and reliability, which come with their solid-wood construction. Amish Appreciation for the Printed Book As we enter the digital age, more people opt for eBooks and audiobooks. The Amish will always appreciate printed books since you likely won’t… 5 Best Solid Wood Bookcases

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The Benefits Of An L-Shaped Desk

Beth Rice 26/10/2023

What’s the lure of an L-shaped desk, you might wonder? Beautiful, spacious, and substantial, the L-shaped desk has a lot to offer. Does it take up too much space? Will it work for your office area? Let’s take a closer look at the benefits. Plenty of Room to Work The design of an L-shaped desk offers a large primary work area with an extension that creates another surface. You can use one side for daily… The Benefits Of An L-Shaped Desk

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5 Reasons to Get a Bookcase with Doors

Beth Rice 07/09/2023

An attractive trend for furniture in recent years has been pieces that are multifunctional. The bookcase is one of these. A versatile piece, the bookcase can be used in almost any room in the house. In addition, you have the option to store and organize some books, or to display and store a variety of other items, like photos, trophies or collectibles. Bookcases come in a variety of styles, shapes and sizes. One option is… 5 Reasons to Get a Bookcase with Doors

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10 Amish Office Furniture Terms and What They Mean

Beth Rice 02/03/2023

Amish-made office furniture is not like the rest. Rich with solid wood, the desks, bookcases, and storage pieces are built to last for generations. Here we’ve compiled a fun list of clues to share some key office furniture terms for quality and craftsmanship. Clue: I’m a cover that seals and smooths the edge of a hole in a desk to make it a smooth path for anything passing through, such as cords and plugs. What… 10 Amish Office Furniture Terms and What They Mean

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Does Modern Amish Furniture Exist?

Beth Rice 22/12/2022

Modern Amish furniture does exist. Just because it’s made by hand with solid wood and will last from the birth of your child until they have their own children and beyond does not mean it’s limited to one style. In fact, that’s one misconception the vice president of DutchCrafters, Linse Miller, tries hard to dispel, frequently looking for ways to bring Amish made modern furniture center stage. While it’s true the Amish are known for… Does Modern Amish Furniture Exist?

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The History of the Daybed

Beth Rice 20/10/2022

While the exact origins of the daybed are not clear, the history of the daybed can be traced throughout ancient cultures. The ancient Egyptians and Romans liked to lounge lazily while socializing and eating. The Egyptians made daybeds from palm sticks bound together to build a unit they both sat on and slept on. Other materials used for early daybeds included stone, marble and cloth. Early daybed styles in ancient Rome featured piles of plush… The History of the Daybed

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Wood Bookcase Buying Guide

Beth Rice 08/09/2022

Isn’t it great that a beautiful wood bookcase doesn’t have to be limited to an office? With so many designs and features available, the bookcase can find its place in a number of areas throughout the house. To help you find what will work best for you, we’ve put together a wood bookcase buying guide. Start with measurements. As with any furniture purchase, you’ll want to start by measuring the space you have to work… Wood Bookcase Buying Guide

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