Desk & Workspace Size Planner
Figure out exactly what desk fits your space, how much room you need behind the chair to actually get up without hitting the wall, and how many workspaces a shared room can comfortably fit.
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Enter your desk depth and how much room the wall behind it actually gives you, and we’ll tell you if there’s enough space to push your chair back and stand up without banging into anything.
Setting up a shared home office, a kids’ study room, or a co-working nook? Enter your room size and each desk you’re planning for, and we’ll tell you how many actually fit with room to move.
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Quick Reference: Desk Sizes by Use
General starting points. Use the calculator above for a size matched to your exact space.
| Use case | Recommended width | Recommended depth | Chair clearance needed i |
|---|---|---|---|
| Writing & study | 30–42 in | 18–20 in | 36 in |
| Computer work (single monitor) | 42–54 in | 22–24 in | 36 in |
| Dual monitor setup | 54–60 in | 26–28 in | 40 in |
| Gaming setup | 48–60 in | 26–30 in | 42 in |
| Craft & hobby | 48–72 in | 26–30 in | 40 in |
| Standing / adjustable desk | 42–54 in | 24–28 in | 42 in |
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