What is a good gaming desk for adults?
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Short answer: Adults usually benefit from a wide, deep desk that takes multiple monitors, with a monitor shelf and storage, that also works for remote working. Check the desktop size and materials on the product page.
Adult setups tend to combine gaming and work, so the desk has to do both well.
Gaming furniture for adults
Gaming furniture is not only for children. Larger desks with monitor shelves and storage suit adult PC and console setups, and small double gaming high sleepers suit students or anyone in a compact flat. Check the weight capacity and mattress size on the product page, and look at whether the design suits a shared or open-plan space if it will be on show.
Working out the desk size you need
Desk width is driven by your screens and peripherals. Measure the width of each monitor including its stand, add space for speakers or a microphone arm, and allow room for a mouse to move freely. Depth matters too: a deeper desktop keeps a large monitor at a comfortable distance and leaves space for a keyboard in front of it. Always compare these with the desktop width and depth on the product page rather than the overall footprint, which can include shelves or legs.
Set the desk up for comfortable play
The UK Health and Safety Executive's guidance for display screen work is a useful starting point for gamers too. Sit so your forearms are roughly level with the desk and your shoulders are relaxed, keep your feet flat on the floor or on a footrest, and position the screen about an arm's length away with the top of the screen at or slightly below eye level. A raised monitor shelf can help with screen height, and a desk that is deep enough lets you keep the keyboard and mouse in front of you rather than reaching.
Products to look at
These are in stock in the Bed Kingdom range at the time of writing; see each product page for the live price, full specifications and delivery time.
- Alphason San Diego Computer Workstation – Material: Multiple Density Particleboard (size guide)
- Parisot SetUp Midi Gaming Desk – Dimensions: 92cm x 154cm x 67cm (size guide)
- Parisot SetUp Walter Gaming Desk in Black – Dimensions: H 89cm x W 120cm x D 63cm (size guide)
- Parisot Setup Gaming Desk with Drawers & LED Lights – Dimensions: 92cm x 180cm x 67cm; Storage: Drawer, cupboard and open shelving units (size guide)
- Alphason Aries Gaming Desk – Material: Metal (size guide)
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Frequently asked questions
What is a good gaming desk for adults?
Adults usually benefit from a wide, deep desk that takes multiple monitors, with a monitor shelf and storage, that also works for remote working. Check the desktop size and materials on the product page.
Are there gaming beds for adults?
Yes. Small double gaming high sleepers and larger gaming desks suit adults; check weight capacity and sizes.
How do I work out what width of desk I need?
Add up the width of your monitors and stands, then allow space for speakers, a microphone and free mouse movement, and compare with the desktop width on the product page.
What is the right screen position at a gaming desk?
About an arm's length away with the top of the screen at or slightly below eye level, following HSE display screen guidance.
Who can I ask for help choosing gaming furniture?
Bed Kingdom customer service on 01924 950108 or support@bedkingdom.co.uk.