Conquer The Boardroom With Medina Furniture!

The Mayline Medina office furniture collection has taken boardroom makeover projects to the next level. With innovative powered tables, presentation accessories, and storage solutions, this full service casegoods collection has become the preferred choice of industry professionals and interior designers alike. In today's post we'll take a look at the Medina collection and it's unbelievably cool products. Enjoy!

Medina furniture was released just a few short months ago. It immediately turned heads with it's desks and conference tables. With incredible finish options like Gray Steel and Mocha, you could easily see that Mayline was ready to step outside the realm of the traditional. It's true Medina was inspired by the Mayline Napoli collection, but the lines are actually quite different. Medina utilizes laminate surfaces while Napoli is much more costly with it's solid wood construction. Medina is lighter, less expensive, and the perfect option for modern businesses on a budget.

When it comes to conference and boardroom tables, Medina has you covered. Mayline introduced this trending line with contemporary 48" round conference table solutions that work perfectly in smaller meeting areas.

The 8' Medina conference table is the most popular and can be outfitted with two power modules for improved meeting performance. At just $503.99, we feel the MNC8 model 8' table is the best value for the money.

Need more space? No problem! Medina conference and boardroom table models are available in lengths up to 14'. All models feature straight sides, curved ends, and silver modestly panels for wire routing and enhanced appeal. With power modules available for just $205.00 each, this is one upgrade you'd don't want to skip.

Measure your boardroom space effectively and select the best Medina table for your specific needs. On average, you'll want to allot about 3' of table space per user. To put it in simpler terms, a 12' Medina conference table will accommodate 4 users comfortably per side, and 1 user per end for a total of 10.

Once you've selected the best Medina table for your boardroom needs, it's time to accessorize! At $310.99, the presentation board is a must have. With it's dry erase center and folding design, the MNPB presentation board will help you space look great while simultaneously improving functionality.

To effectively conquer your boardroom, you'll also need to incorporate a few storage products. The Medina collection offers a swanky glass and laminate low wall cabinet with 72" wide design for just $438.99. In addition, bookcases and file cabinets are also available to take your space to the next level.

As an added bonus, the Medina collection was just enhanced with two new finish options. Textured Sea Salt and Brown Sugar are now available on the full line of Medina conference room furnishings. As one of the most trend setting and affordable lines the furniture world has seen in decades, Medina will help you conquer your boardroom without breaking your budget. Give this top quality collection a look in 2015 and beyond. You'll be glad you did!

Chair Compare: Accord vs. Aspen

So it's come down to this. Two choices. But only one is the right choice for you. Which is it? Well, if you're upgrading to a new office chair, you've come to the right place. All too often, buyers get caught between what seems like two perfect options, especially when they're both exciting options from a top quality brand. But never fear, we're here to help you make the right decision in this month's "Chair Compare", featuring the Accord vs. the Aspen from Global Total Office!

Round 1: Style

At first glance, both the Accord and Aspen chairs will wow you. These two modern office chairs offer the cutting edge design characteristics needed to take your interiors to the next level. The Accord features a slim back profile, boxed arms, and a 5 star base. The Aspen chair offers a ribbed back upholstery, T shaped arms, and the same great base. Based on 2015's current seating trends, the Aspen would likely take the win. The ribbed back look has been incredibly popular this year and the Aspen is one of the main reasons why. However, the popularity of the new Accord mesh back models has been the real X factor in this round. While Accord takes the win in our first round, both of these office seating solutions will earn your work environments they deserve.


Round 2: Features

Both the Accord and Aspen chairs are packed with awesome features. All Accord and Aspen chairs come standard with pneumatic cylinders designed to adjust operating height with ease. The Accord boasts polished frame and base features for a high end look that's guaranteed to earn your interiors high marks. The Aspen comes standard with adjustable T shaped arms for a bit more ergonomic versatility. The Aspen high back chair even includes a headrest for improved support. Based on the long list of multi functional mechanisms available on both models, this area is a tie. As the Aspen is equipped with more user friendly arms, and a functional head rest is available, it deserves the win in round 2.

Round 3: Price

The base model 2671-4 model Accord series chair is available for $438.99 and is available in a wide variety of awesome fabric upholstery options. The 2670LM-2 Accord chair is the most expensive at $646.99 and offers a full leather seat and back that looks great in executive office environments. The base model 2852-3 Aspen chair features a ribbed fabric upholstery and is priced at $455.99. High end leather Aspen chairs like the 2850LM-3 are the most expensive at $696.99. At a slightly lower price point, the Accord takes it's first round of the match. It's important to note that both collections offer more than 10 variations to meet the needs of any users specific working preferences.

Round 4: Applications

The Accord series seating collection from Global Total Office is the perfect choice for professional conference room and meeting areas. These popular chairs are less bulky than most on the market and will help any business maximize the number of chairs that will fit around a table. Accord seating also works great in executive office applications! Aspen chairs can be used effectively in conference room and executive office settings, but are also great for intensive tasking. Both collections also include user friendly drafting chair variations that work great for design and artist needs. With their adjustable arms, various back heights, and high end features they take a three to two win.

Final Decision
 
The Aspen takes the win! This hard fought battle was close in every round. While both of these chairs are truly spectacular, the Aspen's adjustable arms, headrest, and overall functionality make it the better choice for most applications. If the battle were simply based on which chair would be preferred for conference room use, the Accord would have one easily. These days, businesses want a chair that can do it all and then some. The Aspen is the solution.

Product Showcase: Offices To Go Seating

Offices To Go is highly respected for their affordable, comfortable, and versatile seating solutions. This industry leading brand takes pride in crafting best selling chairs for every applications. In today's article we'll be highlighting OTG's top rated chairs and their unique benefit.

If you're shopping for an awesome executive chair for your home or business work space, we recommend the Offices To Go 11677B. This high back chair offers a unique blend of mesh and leatherette seating surfaces. The 11677B boasts height adjustable arms and a multi functional seat mechanism designed to help users find the perfect seating position. An excellent choice for office tasking and executive applications, the 11677B provides superior comfort through it's user friendly ergonomic features.

Offices To Go excels in the conference room! With conference room seating solutions like the 11648B you'll see why. These segmented cushion office chairs feature polished chrome frame and base features that compliment the black leatherette seating surfaces. The 11648B is available in 2015 for just $223.95. Now that's value! With a swivel tilt mechanism equipped with a tilt tension adjustment feature, this OTG chair is the full package.

During those long days at the office, you need a quality chair you can rely on. We present to you the Offices To Go 11710 model. This fabric task and computer chair is the real deal! Standard with an infinite seat tilt lock feature and tilt tension adjustment, finding your desired operating position just got easy. This versatile fabric task chair is available in 4 durable color options. height adjustable armrests and forward tilt controls are also standard in a package priced just below three hundred bucks.

When it comes to training room seating, Offices To Go knows their stuff! With models like the 2750B, maximizing your space is more possible than ever. These slimline chairs are far from bulky and are even great for the conference room. The 2750B runs just $109.99 this month. While these versatile training room seating solutions aren't recommended for stacking, they still offer the durability and functionality we've come to expect from awesome brands like Offices To Go. The black powder coated frame and fabric upholstery shows minimal wear over time and will look great for years in your learning environments.

You'll need comfortable and stylish guest seating to make a lasting impression on your guests. Whether you're outfitting a waiting room, reception area, or private office space, Offices To Go 11820 model chairs are the perfect option. Priced at just $167.99 each, these luxurious side chair are available in cordovan and toffee finish options that pair perfectly with the black luxhide upholstery. The 11820 looks great alongside Offices To Go desking from the Ventnor and Margate collections.  

In addition to the 5 chairs highlighted here, Offices To Go offers hundreds of other great models. From the waiting room to the conference room, the seating from this respected brand is always a pleasure to showcase.

Luxurious Interiors: High End Conference Rooms of 2015

Need a little design inspiration? You're in the right place! In today's post we'll be highlighting stunning conference, boardroom, and meeting areas that are sure to impress. These cutting edge interiors offer the modern furniture and accessories needed to streamline the meeting process and impress your valued visitors. Enjoy!

First up, this gorgeous modern conference room from our friends at Global Total Office. With a 10' Zira series rectangular conference table, this space is ready to seat between 6 and 8 users at any given time. The surface level power modules boast USB, HDMI, Audio, Phone, and AC input options. This means, no more running extension cords across the boardroom to host digital presentations. The space is further accented with Supra series tan fabric conference room chairs for guest comfort. The flat screen TV and beverage carts take this conference room over the top!

When it comes to professional conference room furniture, Cherryman Industries has you covered! This highly respected furniture manufacturer offers 5 full service collections that include the tables, wall cabinets, and presentation accessories needed to make your space the best it can be. This simple yet sophisticated space offers an expandable conference table with unique modular benefits. The big screens can be used to showcase charts and even power point presentations. The stand out feature of this conference room is no doubt the extended wall cabinet configuration. With storage space like this, staying organized is a breeze!

Next up, a stunning new conference room space from Mayline! With plenty of wow factor, this Sterling furnished space showcases a 12' boat shaped conference room table with hand crafted knife edge detailing. The textured driftwood finish is a breath of fresh air in a furniture world filled with too many cherry, mahogany, and maple finishes! In addition to the beautiful table, an intricate wall storage configuration was used to highlight the flat screen TV. A folding presentation board was added to help visual learners and pendant style lighting was incorporated for visual appeal. Needless to say, this space rocks!

OFM, Inc. is always on the forefront of innovation. This industry leading furniture provider marches to the beat of their own drum. With outstanding tables, storage solutions, and conference room seating available, creating a unique meeting area for your business couldn't be easier. If you're going for an industrial modern vibe, our fourth meeting space is sure to strike your fancy. This upscale space features a glass conference table with heavy duty metal legs. The GT3977 model table is surprisingly affordable at just $1021.99. In addition, this conference room offers comfortable high back mesh chairs with headrests, along with some really cool wall art. The natural lighting and light wood floors make this space a cut above the rest, and that's just how OFM likes it!

Last but certainly not least, our final conference room from Offices To Go is the complete package. This interior offers the perfect combination of appeal and functionality. With user friendly mid back mesh chairs, a folding presentation board, and plenty of storage space, this meeting area really has it all. Shopping for conference room furniture on a budget? You'll love this 8' racetrack conference table available for just $358.99. Complete with flat screen TV and twin bookcases, this well designed room can be yours without breaking the bank.

The G20 Difference!

Let's face it, there's lot's of office seating available on the market and especially mesh back chairs! In a world where it pays to be comfortable in the workplace, one chair stands in a league of it's own. The G20 from Global Total Office is one of the most cutting edge and advanced seating solutions on the market. In today's post we'll show you why!

Not all mesh back office chairs are created equal! Many of today's mesh chairs offer flimsy backs that wear out over the course of a few years. The G20 is not one of those chairs. The back of the G20 chair is a special mesh composed of alternating vertical rows of clear elastomeric yarns and black polyester yarns for unmatched durability.

Cast aluminum is used in the wide sweeping lines with delicate edge details. The G20 is carefully made with highly tooled nylon components designed to create a crisp yet simple profile. That being said, these chairs are far from simple. The G20 is revolutionizing the way ergonomists look at mesh back chairs. These trend setting seating solutions from Global Total Office are truly raising the industry bar.

A new synchronized mechanism was designed for the G20 office seating line so that as the back smoothly tilts, the seat also gently reclines and slides to the rear. This makes for an improved sitting experience that any user will appreciate. As sitting for long periods of time is simply unhealthy, the G20 makes it easy for users to keep their backs in contact with the chair when working thanks to this high tech mechanism.

The G20's lumbar support is fully active. It can be raised or lowered to suit any user's personal preferences. Designed with easy to use and highly effective adjustments, the G20 can be mastered quickly. While many of today's top ergonomic chairs are a bit confusing to operate with all the bells and whistles, Global made the G20 tasking chair far more user friendly. We consider that to be a major difference maker!

The end result is a chair that is extremely comfortable and that will also appeal to design sensitive tastes. The G20 6007 model ergonomic chair is available in a wide variety of seat color options starting at $507.99. The G20 6008 model cloud chair boasts a swanky white mesh back for a minor price increase. These top of the line G20 chairs run $580.99.

We give the G20 5 out of 5 stars. These new chairs are a breath of fresh air in a world of over complicated and expensive seating solutions. With adjustable arms, an advanced mechanism, and style for days, the G20 will no doubt end 2015 as one of the absolute best office chairs on the market. If you're looking for a chair that can really make a difference in your work day, look no further!

Shop Smart: The Best Desks For Your Dollar

Everybody loves a good deal! When it comes to finding a new desk for your home or business, don't be fooled by cheap imitations and poorly made furnishings. Instead, shop for value. Trust name brand furniture manufacturers like Mayline, Offices To Go, and Cherryman Industries. In today's post we'll help you in your quest to purchase a well made desk within your price range. Use the tips and tricks showcased here to get the best desk for your dollar!

Mayline

With over 10 best selling office furniture lines available on the market today, you'll have no problem finding an awesome new desk from Mayline. This industry leading manufacturer takes pride in crafting excellent executive workstations, multi user desk configurations, and computer desks for both home and business need. Mayline furniture collections like Medina and Sterling have been huge hits this year. These top rated lines include stand alone desks available for well below a thousand bucks. The trend setting modern executive desk layouts from these collections will help make your interiors the best they can be without breaking your office makeover budget.

Offices To Go

Highly respected for their comfortable office chairs and casegoods furniture, Offices To Go is definitely a brand you can trust to get your office makeover project done right. Offices To Go desks are completely modular! This makes creating custom workstations designed to meet your specific needs a breeze. Offices To Go executive desks can be configured in L shaped, U shaped, and multi user variations in 4 different finish options. Up against a tight project deadline? No need to stress! OTG's products typically ship within 2 days of order. Their executive U desk packages start at around $695.00 and include plenty of work surface space and storage to keep you well organized. Rest assured, you can't go wrong with a desk from Offices To Go!

Cherryman Industries

Cherryman Industries is another great full service office furniture provider you can trust to create you a unique workspace on a budget. With best selling desk lines like Amber, you'll be ready to earn your space the compliments it deserves. Take a look at an Amber office desk configuration like the AM-366 priced at $1010.00 and you'll instantly see the value we're raving about. These U shaped workstations feature 71" wide front desks, 35" wide returns, and 71" wide credenzas. In addition, the AM-366 also includes a 2 box 2 file drawer credenza to keep your important documents safe. Luxurious Amber desk configurations are also available for high end work environments. If this sounds more like your personal style, we recommend the AM-406N. This 10 piece package is available for just $2520.00 in 2015 in your choice of 5 laminate finish options.

OFM, Inc.

This year OFM, Inc. has been a bit devoted to the world of reception and waiting room furniture. That being said, their Venice and Mesa desk collections are still a must consider for any professional workplace makeover. Venice desks are available in two attractive laminate finish options and feature modernized modesty panels that really impress. An OFM desk from the Venice collection will cost you around $715.99 and can be accented with matching pedestals, credenzas, returns, and wall cabinets. The OFM desks from the Mesa collection are perfect for school and classroom applications. With heavy duty metal frames, you'll be hard pressed to find a more durable lineup on the market. Just this year the Mesa collection was expanded to include standing height desks that encourage continuous movement in the workplace. These ergo friendly solutions promote good blood flow and prevent long sits that can cause major health risks over the long term.

Global Total Office

When you want the best for your workplace interiors, turn to Global Total Office. This premier furniture and seating manufacturer is ready to create you a custom desk layout to meet your specific needs and space requirements. With lines like Princeton and Zira, finding what you need for your office just got easy. While many of the luxurious furniture lines available on the market today come with hefty price tags, Princeton and Zira provide unmatched value. Shoppers who choose to purchase furniture from these best selling collections will be rewarded with extensive finish, handle pull, and accent options to make their stations one of a kind. Let your furniture dreams become a reality with Global Total Office!

What Do All Those Ergonomic Products Really Do?

All to often we're asked "what do all those ergonomic products really do", this tells us that shoppers are a bit confused! As ergo products are only as good as their owners, we feel it's a must to explain what products you need, why you need them, and how they will actually benefit you. In today's post we'll cover the 5 most popular ergonomic products on the market in 2015. Enjoy!

Ergonomic Chairs

Office comfort starts with the chair. To operate at peak performance levels in the workplace you'll need a reliable chair to help. When selecting an ergonomic chair for your space, analyze it's adjustable features. You'll want a chair with adjustable arms, good lumbar support, and a waterfall seat edge. As you'll no doubt want to sit with good posture to avoid poor blood flow and potential health risks, be sure to purchase a chair with a tilt lock feature. This will help you keep your back in contact with the chair at all times when working. Rest assured, you'll be at no shortage of ergonomic chair options. Take your time when shopping. Test out chairs at a local showroom if possible. View demo videos online to help you better understand the chair your purchasing. In the long run, your office chair is your best friend in the workplace. Treat it right, and you'll be more healthy, comfortable, and effective!

Monitor Arms

You've seen them. You've wondered about them. You're still a bit unsure as to why you'd need one. Don't worry, you're not alone. Monitor arms look high tech and in truth they are, but they are also very easy to use. Don't be afraid to give an ergonomic monitor arm a try as they provide lots of great benefits. Dual screen mounts can be used to improve the rate at which you compute. They'll save you lots of time otherwise spent clicking back and forth through tabs. Any ergo specialist will tell you that once you go to a dual screen setup, you'll wonder how you ever lived without it. All monitor arms also help to increase usable desk space. They will make your work area feel less cluttered in a matter of minutes. All things considered, the most valuable benefit provided by a monitor arm is the reduction in eye strain. If you find yourself looking down to type, the adjustability of a monitor arm will allow you to raise your screen to the proper height. You'll then be able to move your screen closer or further away from your face when typing. This reduces eye strain that's directly related to fatigue and drops in productivity.

CPU Holders

Simple, easy to use, and a must have for any professional workspace. A good CPU holder will create more usable knee space by getting your computers power source up off the ground and out from underneath your desk. A CPU holder will mount directly underneath your work surface on a sliding track. Most of the top models from brands like ESI Ergonomic Solutions, Systematix, and Symmetry Office swivel to provide even greater versatility. Use a CPU holder at your workstation and prevent those pesky trips underneath your desk to turn on your computer, route wires, and charge devices. To put it more simply, a CPU holder will make life in the office much easier.

Keyboard Trays

You're likely already operating with a keyboard tray at your workstation. That being said, if your keyboard tray is still sitting atop your desk surface, it's time for a change! Typing this way is simply inefficient. An articulating keyboard tray will provide you with more usable desk space in an instant. This year, sit to stand models have been the preferred choice as they are ready to help you adapt at a moments notice. A good keyboard tray will swivel left and right, go up and down, and retract when not in use. The real benefit of a keyboard tray is that when used correctly, you'll be typing at more effective angles. This will help you improve the rate at which you type, while helping you effectively fight back against Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.

Height Adjustable Workstations

Height adjustable desks and workstations are the latest ergonomic craze. These high tech products promote continuous body movement in the workplace. As sitting for long periods of time can cause major health problems, a sit to stand desk will help you fight back. When switching from sitting to standing positions to work you'll be reducing fatigue and improving blood flow. Brands like Global Total Office, Mayline, ESI Ergonomic Solutions, and OFM, Inc. all offer excellent height adjustable desk solutions that should be considered by any worker looking to kick workplace ergonomics into high gear. The ergonomic world has come a long way. Adjustable height desks used to require us to hand crank them into standing positions. Now these modernized stations go up and down with the touch of a button. While sit to stand desks are not the best option for ever space, the really come in handy in training room and classroom environments. Many schools are switching to sit to stand desks to help their students work more comfortably and efficiently.