Office Furniture Blog

As we were researching what people have searched for on our site, the term "office chair for heavy person" came up. I instantly called dibs on this because these are my people! I too am a heavy person who uses a heavy duty office chair. In fact, I wrote about the process of me choosing my own from a large selection of heavy duty office chairs found within our inventory a couple years ago. To see the original article, click this link- The Genie- My 9 to 5 Office Chair (In hope of helping anyone searching this particular term, I will use the phrase "office chair for heavy person" throughout this writing.) --product-display-box-- What is a Heavy Duty Office Chair? (Read More)

The cocobolo desk is a desk made from cocobolo wood that is a particularly hard wood that comes from a slow growing tree. The slow growth makes wood from these trees expensive as they cannot be harvested quickly, making the availability low and price high. The price of a cocobolo desk costs slightly more than other custom solid wood desks which can be $10,000 or more. The wood iteself has a stunning beauty that is unique to this tree which puts it at the top of the list based on consumer appeal and it's ability to provide a sense of luxury. Pieces made from this much sought-after wood not only include desks but also musical instruments such as a guitar or ukulel (Read More)

Executive office chairs represent the pinnacle of comfort, sophistication, and functionality in professional workspaces. Designed with meticulous attention to detail, these chairs cater to the needs of executives, professionals, and individuals spending prolonged hours at their desks. They seamlessly blend ergonomic excellence with a perception of opulence, elevating the atmosphere of any executive office chair while ensuring optimal support and comfort for the user. Crafted from premium materials such as supple leather or high-quality fabric, executive office chairs exude a sense of luxury and refinement. Their design not only embodies elegance but also prioritizes fu (Read More)

Finding the right office furniture for your office can be a chore on your own. Luckily, our customer service team at Madison Liquidators is here to help. We have compiled this guide to answer some of the most frequent questions about purchasing office furniture. This should be viewed as a first major step into the pool of finding office furniture. Careful though, the pool can get pretty deep. At any point during your search that you feel that you need to speed up the process and have your personal questions, our dedicated sales team is here to help. Our team has many years of dedicated customer focused support. Our team is standing by to answer all your questions and h (Read More)

  We spend on average 12 hours a day sitting and for that reason our natural inclination when we look at office chairs is to prioritize comfort. While there are many great options for a traditional, ergonomic office chair with all of the functionalities, there's no reason why your chair has to look boring.   If you're an artist or naturally creative person, why can't you get everything you need in an office chair for your creative office space? Whether you want a unique office chair, colorful chair options or to add a little shock-and-awe value to your otherwise subdued office environment, here are 10 options that shun the norm and give (Read More)

Recently I was given the chance to select a new office chair for my home office. I am an employee of Madison Liquidators that works remotely from home. I spent a week in the office back in June and while there I had the opportunity to try out several office chairs to make an educated decision. After a week of trying out several different chairs, I made my selection; I chose the Via Seating Genie. Being a heavier set guy, I knew that I would want a heavy duty office chair. Madison Liquidators has a great selection of office chairs especially heavy duty options. As I tried each option, I wanted to select the one that was the best fit for me. Most of the chairs that I tri (Read More)

When thinking about office furniture, decorations are often a low priority. With so many other more pressing matters such as desks, conference tables, chairs, break room furniture, and storage just to name a few; it’s easy to put decorations on the back burner. However, an office isn’t complete if it is a sterile work environment with no character. Interior design is an important aspect of the office work environment. Studies have been conducted by countless organizations and the consensus is that a well designed office promotes productivity, morale, builds client confidence, and enhances the branding of the business. In simpler terms, a well-designed offic (Read More)

Office chairs are one of the most critical purchases for every office. The chair provides comfort and support throughout the workday, every day, all year long; or at least it’s supposed to. It should be a safe assumption that everyone has had to endure a poor-quality chair in the past, or perhaps even now. I know that I can think back on a particular chair and my back aches in remembrance at just the thought of it. Some people look at the copy machine scene in the Office Space movie and relate, but for me I would have loved to take a baseball bat to this so-called office chair. Today, I thought I would highlight a selection of heavy duty office chairs to help pro (Read More)

Office couches are common in many businesses across the world. They can be found in reception areas, waiting rooms, breakrooms, and executive offices. They are staples anywhere guests need seating. Depending on the business type, perhaps cheaper stackable chairs for a waiting room but selecting a high quality office couch will bring a higher level of a professional look for the office space. Selecting a stylish office couch set in place of cheaper alternatives is a choice that shows customers that their comfort is a priority to you. Office couch, love seat, and club chair seating not only brings a level of comfort, and a stylish look but it can help guests and customers f (Read More)

When it comes to furnishing new conference room office furniture, the room is not complete without the conference room chairs. These key aspects of the puzzle are often overlooked or forgotten completely with on-hand used office chairs or uncomfortable folding chairs in rare circumstances. However, there are some tradeoffs that come with such a decision. First and foremost is the potential loss of a professional atmosphere. That is one area that can negatively impact the business. With the conference room being the lifeblood of a busy office, a professional atmosphere is beneficial on many levels. It provides an efficient and productive space to have meetings. More tha (Read More)

Boss Office Products brings an intriguing and unexpected new desk chair for 2022. When I say unexpected for professional offices that are widely known primarily for their use of neutral colors, I mean they break the mold! Pink office chairs! Pink office chairs… I had to say it twice because it’s hard to believe. In a world of blacks, whites, and grays, Boss Office Products throws pink into the mix. Pink! A bold move to say the least. A move that I believe many will find appealing in pink office furniture. Pink office chairs at first glance can be a jarring look in an office setting, but in today’s more personable office setting can fit in the rig (Read More)

Executive offices require special office furniture, right? What’s the point of being in the big office if you can’t enjoy the benefits? If we take the 1980s yuppie phrase of “work hard, play harder” then we can assume that we should reward ourselves for making it to the top of the business. Okay, so that tongue in cheek spill was my attempt at humor, but the underlying message is true. Executive office furniture is built to higher standards than regular office furniture with the executive in mind. Let’s take executive office chairs for example. You will find larger office chairs with more comfort considerations built in, and more luxury ma (Read More)

If you're new to commercial office furniture and need to furnish your first private office, business floor, or office building but are not sure what you need beyond a desk and chairs, this blog has you covered. In this article, we will go over a list of every large category of office furniture pieces, explain what they are used for, and list the sub-categories that are available. We want to make sure that you confidently source the exact pieces needed for your office, but how can you make an informed decision if you don't know what's out there? What pieces do some of the largest businesses in the world use to create productive, organized, and comfortable spaces for (Read More)

Recently, I shared information on the Office Star Product’s Townsend series of traditional office design desks. We have received a lot of positive feedback concerning this office furniture line. Not only that, there has been an overwhelmingly positive reaction to the traditional office design style. It seems that the Summer of 2023 is seeing a resurgence of the traditional office design; which had previously taken a backseat to more modern and contemporary design styles. In case you missed it, you can catch up with the original Townsend series traditional office design desks by reading the original story here. Traditional Office Design Desks are at Madison Liquida (Read More)

Executive chairs just sit different. Pardon my slang, but it’s true. Executive chairs are considered to be high end office furniture that belongs in the big office. However, just because the name is executive chair doesn’t mean that they can only be found in an executive office. Any office can enjoy the upscale design of these desk chairs. So, anyone who needs a more comfortable or more ergonomically designed office chair should consider purchasing one. One of our partners- Boss Office Products a leader in office furniture, has quite a few exceptional executive chairs available on the Madison Liquidators online marketplace. I picked out six of my personal fav (Read More)

One of the most common questions I get from people who know I work from home is how to furnish a home office on a budget, I get it a lot. Since I’ve been in this office furniture game for close to two and a half years now, I feel like I have gotten some insights into this question. I am by no means an interior designer, so please don’t look to me for any home remodeling advice unless you’re open to canary yellow walls throughout. I understand the desire to do a home office on a budget myself. I mean, I’m not the only person who notices that our hard earned dollars don’t go as far as they used to. It really is a different world than it (Read More)

Are we all agreed? Clearing out any space, moving and lifting furniture, plus scheduling a trash pickup for your curbside waste stinks. Whether you're closing down your office and needing to do a full liquidation or just doing a quick update and remodel on your existing company, you know that the cost of office furniture isn't for the faint of heart (or wallet). That being said, donating rather than selling your used office furniture can be a great way to help offset the costs for people you may never meet but who are just getting started on their business dreams. In this quick guide, we'll explain everything you need to know about donating your office furniture, inc (Read More)

Everyday for at least 8 hours you go to work, sit down and don't get up again until it's time to leave. But have you ever given any thought to what you're sitting on? If you're like most people, the office furniture provided for you by your company is the office furniture you use. Or conversely, if you are the company, you probably purchased the office furniture you need based on price and volume. That means that you may not be getting the most comfortable, ergonomic, or quality office chair. This could be a problem. To spend most of our lives sitting, which takes a toll on the body, while also not paying any attention to what exactly it is we're si (Read More)

I recently took a look at Fresh Reception Desk Ideas for 2023 as an overall look at revitalizing your office space in the new year. While a reception desk is the centerpiece of a waiting room, it is not all the furniture that makes up the space. Another key office furniture need is waiting room seating. Since the waiting room is the first place that guests will see when entering your business, it is important to have attractive, comfortable, and durable office furniture seating for them when they visit. This first impression will go a long way in setting the tone for your office with guests. With all of this in mind, I am going to provide you with several pieces of waiti (Read More)

Guest chairs are comforts for those that partner with us in our business endeavors. We don’t want to greet guests to have them sit uncomfortably while in our offices. No, we want good impressions every time our partners enter our offices. Guest chairs can be overlooked in the first impression of the office because of sensory overload, but I assure you that upon second and third visits comfort will be brought to the forefront of their minds. With this, I would like to look at the range of guests chairs that we have in our inventory for you, and what a wide range it is! We will look at everything from stacking chairs made from mesh to premium leather guest chairs to s (Read More)

Studies by the National Institute of Health have shown that bacteria, yeasts and viruses are rapidly killed when they come in contact with metallic copper surfaces. Now, a product originally designed for the healthcare industry is being made available for the home office and business workplaces. This patent-pending, award winning product has been designed by Via Seating and we are proud to announce these chairs as a part of our growing product line. Available in several different styles and countless configurations these office chairs can be customized to your needs. The copper-infused mesh back is biocidal (naturally kills harmful micro-organisms) and works as a (Read More)

Heavy duty office chairs offer a robust solution for individuals requiring exceptional strength, stability, and comfort in their daily seating arrangements. Purposefully engineered with reinforced structures and resilient materials, these chairs are not merely furniture pieces but dependable allies that accommodate larger frames and provide sustained support during extended hours of work. Designed to bear heavier weights without compromising on ergonomic design, these chairs epitomize durability, functionality, and unwavering reliability in the active landscape of office furniture. --product-display-box-- Key Features of Heavy Duty Office Chairs Let's see what's in sto (Read More)

Modern offices are moving away from traditional cubicles more and more each year. The meteoric rise of open office workstations in the last decade has made manufacturers focus on desk pods. Over the last few years, they have brought fresh, and trendy designs to the market for their customers. These designs are extremely popular at Madison Liquidators. Today, I thought I would show several examples of four person workstations that are excellent alternatives to cubicle systems. The primary question is how do they differ from cubicles? Mainly, cubicles partition co-workers off from one another, while open office workstations place co-workers together in joined office furn (Read More)

You may be seeing black and white everywhere, as it seems to be a trending interior color palette, but black and white has made the rounds in interior design in many iterations throughout the past. No matter how you feel about it currently, the timeless elegance of black and white has always been a pillar for simple and classic interiors. This classic duo offers endless possibilities for creating a dedicated home office that is both sophisticated and functional. The strongest cases for the color black, white, or both in a home office space tend to come from principles of minimalist home office design. Yet, this stylish combo is meant to help emphasize color through (Read More)

I was talking to management about my latest release Small Conference Tables for a Small Business or Executives Office when a larger conversation about conference tables broke out. I know that may seem weird to some people but you would be surprised just how much we talk about random office furniture not just during the 9 to 5, but seven days a week! Upon further reflection, I can see why there are so many cop and doctor dramas on television. Can you imagine a The Office type television show that revolves around office furniture instead of paper? Oh my goodness… million dollar idea! Hold up, before I start writing my masterpiece pilot episode, maybe I need to share my o (Read More)

Investing in an office furniture set offer several benefits that contribute to a more productive and comfortable work environment. Firstly, one of the key advantages is the cohesive and professional aesthetic that a matching furniture set provides. Consistent design elements across desks, chairs, cabinets, and other pieces create a visually appealing workspace that reflects organizational unity and attention to detail. This not only enhances the overall ambiance of the office but also communicates a sense of order and coherence to clients, employees, and visitors. Secondly, purchasing an office furniture set can lead to cost savings. Buying office furniture as a set ofte (Read More)

When creating your office space, getting all of the furniture pieces you need to bring your vision to life and to make your workspace work for you can be a chore. It's hard to find everything you need at once, all in one shot. A remedy that would make its simpler and what a lot of people never think about are office furniture sets. You are able to get the most essential furniture pieces, that match, have the functionality and customized elements you need, in one go. Another benefit to a set is that if you like a particular manufacturer, you can get your whole office setup from them, and as is often the case with a bulk order, probably save money in the proc (Read More)

Post pandemic many jobs are homebased. It is an excellent alternative to the daily commute and the stress that comes with it. Let’s be honest, who doesn’t love working in their underwear without the worry of being reported to human resources? Moving on… I work from home, and have done so for two years now. I cannot put into words how much I truly enjoy it. Quality of life has improved. No more waking up two hours before work to get ready and drive. No more scraping frost off my windshield. But more than that, being a homebody… I just enjoy being in my own home! A lot of us have had to make this choice, some out of necessity from the pandemic. Not everyone had a (Read More)

Today, as I sit down to write this, I am inspired by one of our brand partners. I’ve been researching modern office design for several days, and I have come to the conclusion that if I were to have the opportunity to furnish a modern office, I would do it with Groupe Lacasse. I would like to lead you through the rabbit hole so to speak and look at all phases of a modern office design with this trustworthy brand. We can look at this through the perspective of furnishing a modern office together. Before we begin, here is some information about this brand partner. “Groupe Lacasse’s mission is to offer high-quality products and complete furniture solutions such as case (Read More)

Introduction Do you remember when you were a kid and the worst punishment you could get was being grounded? You would be in your room, looking longingly out of the upstairs window while your friends rode bikes or played tackle football. If you were really lucky, it didn't last more than a day. But why was that the worst form of punishment? Maybe it's because humans need outdoors and fresh air just as much as we need food and shelter. The multitude of ways that science has uncovered (and is still uncovering) how the outdoors improves our mood and overall well-being cannot be overstated. For example, the American Psychological Association states that chi (Read More)

Our partner, Office Star Products, recently sent us their Napa Laminate series of office furniture with over two hundred office furniture selections in it. The Napa Laminate collection is an office furniture solution for every part of the business from the front office to the back executive office. Featuring strong thermofused laminate, which is the strongest bond of laminate available, you can expect the Napa Laminate series to last for many years to come. Office Star Products backs the entire Napa Laminate with a five-year warranty. The Napa Laminate series features uniform finish options across the board. These finishes are Cherry, Espresso, Mahogany, Slate Gray, Ur (Read More)

Navigating the world of commercial office furniture can seem daunting when you're looking to furnish your office. Whether you have a business, a work-from-home office setup, or want to improve your space at work, it shouldn't be a challenge to know which pieces will provide you with the best quality, longevity, and style. In this article, we will attempt to demystify the world of commercial office furniture by answering your most common questions. What is Commercial Office Furniture? Commercial office furniture is made for business use.  Manufacturers prioritize durability when designing their pieces. Unlike common retail furniture, the materials are (Read More)

Sofas, loveseats, and club chairs are some of the most important pieces of office furniture that are used by both staff and guests daily. Commercial office furniture of this kind must be built to a higher standard due to the punishment that it must endure to the daily excessive use that they must endure. With this in mind, we are highlighting some of the best options of sofas, loveseats, and lounge chairs that are available today to help assist in the difficult search for quality furniture pieces such as these. Piazza Leather Love Seat Starting price- [price-10432] Sleek and elegant, the top grain leather upholstered with a chrome plated steel reinforced fram (Read More)

Corp Design is a leader in commercial office furniture today. Their desks are stylish and functional with a wide variety designs and styles. Corp design carries a cohesive design element throughout all their office furniture and that is minimalism. Their finishes are sleek and stylish which makes them the focal point of most of their office furniture. But that doesn’t mean boring. Corp Design has found a happy medium between simplistic and understated that makes for a refined and upscale look. Corp Design is committed to its five signature finishes which are Blanc De Gris, Espresso, Grigio, Miele, and Noce. Blanc De Gris is an almost white finish with a light gre (Read More)

If you follow my writing then you know that I have been a little more than heavy-handed in highlighting modern office design lately. I absolutely love it and often find inspiration within that medium. However, today, I wanted to break the cycle and go completely against the grain and touch on a traditional office design. While several of our partners have some great traditional office design elements, I will be focusing in on just one brand partner and only one of their office furniture series. That partner we will be discussing is Office Star Products and their Townsend series of traditional office designed office furniture. Before we get into it, let’s look at (Read More)

Chances are, if you follow interior design and décor trends, then you’ve seen a lot more dark, deep or moody offices and home office spaces. Whether or not you prefer a bright and sunny office or the jeweled tones of the dark academia office, the dark academia trend, overall, is here to stay. What is a Dark Academia Office? Dark academia takes its name, and inspiration, from traditional libraries and university halls. Imagine, the library with larger-than-life ceilings, chandeliers illuminating thick wooden and ornate rows of tables, tall bookshelves surrounding the space filled with old, well-worn books of different colors, seating areas that use cheste (Read More)

Madison Liquidators adds cubicle desks from Office Star Products. With international shipping delays, and other inventory shortages that have plagued the last couple years, Madison Liquidators has added a new office cubicle desk system to its fresh 2023 lineup from partner Office Star Products (OSP). Office furniture has been in short demand since the onset of the global pandemic. Supply chain issues have arisen over and over again, and no office furniture has felt the squeeze more than office cubicle desks. There have been times where office cubicle desk systems haven’t been available at all on the marketplace of Madison Liquidators, but OSP has answered the cal (Read More)

New inventory comes in just about everyday to the online marketplace of Madison Liquidators. It has been a while since I have done a rundown of the new inventory available, so I will do it now under the premise of furnishing a home office on a budget only from the newest items to come to Madison Liquidators. First thing I want to do is a traditional desk and chair setup. Since this is a home office on a budget, I will not worry with too many accessories. Working on a budget of around a thousand, and I realize that may seem like a lot of money and trust me it is… but I am looking for professional grade office furniture that is built to last. Not some cheap retail versio (Read More)

Office Plant Inspiration for Plant Lovers   Houseplants have the ability to improve productivity up to 15% and only 15 minutes of interaction with houseplants reduces stress levels according to Garden Pals.   Whether or not you have a green thumb, there are numerable positives to bringing the outdoors indoors. One way that people increasingly do this is with office plants. You may already consider yourself a "plant parent" at home but the benefits you get from having houseplants can just as easily translate into your office work environment. The Benefits of Having Plants in the Office While the benefits of spending time outside ar (Read More)

Office collaboration is important. Increasingly offices are moving to a more open and inclusive office layout. Traditional cubicle layouts are being phased out in favor of opening up the workspace in favor of open spaces that feature increased natural lighting brought on by the elimination of huge light blocking partitioned walls. In place of cubicles, a wide variety of collaborative workstations have come to market to lead the way in this new and exciting office layout. With so many options out there, we are providing a sample of some of the top collaborative workstations available today. This list is a great place to begin a search for this type of office furniture. (Read More)

The Importance of Office End Tables Imagine that you just started your business. You're growing, expanding, and ready to open a dedicated space, but you need the right furniture. Desks, office chairs, storage hutches, or file cabinets, are all a given.  If you have a waiting room area, an office couch and guest chairs are also must-haves. But an often time overlooked piece of essential furniture is office side tables. Why are they overlooked? It may have something to do with not being seen as necessary or essential. In your office, you need to get work done and somewhere to sit. So a desk and chair is a no-brainer. But when furnishing the reception area or office lo (Read More)

Hacks to Improve Your Home Office Setup Before the pandemic, working from home was a luxury that not many were afforded. Since then, it seems like the #1 on a list of desirable job qualities. But being forced to do it unexpectedly had some complications. Many of us went home, setup a computer on a kitchen table or converted our closets into mini workspaces and have been doing it ever since. But is this the best way to work? According to a Start Standing article with statistics from Stanford Research: Many Americans lack the facilities...to work effectively from home. More than 50% are working in a shared room or their bedroom. (Read More)

So, you’re in need of a big desk? Madison Liquidators can help. We have a fantastic selection of U shaped desks with hutches. These office furniture selections not only does the U shaped design provide three large desktop work areas, but the added hutch also provides a high level of storage space is a game changer for a highly productive office worker. One of the biggest considerations to make for a U shaped desk with hutch is that it takes up a large amount of square footage compared to other office furniture options. Another note is that the hutch needs to be set against an office wall for stability so placement in the office will need attention prior to purchase (Read More)

As I was researching my last blog, “A Guide to Finding the Right L-Shaped Desk for a Small Office” I kept coming back to the idea of my own L shaped desk in my home office. The more I studied and compiled data for the other blog, I also found myself setting aside inventory for ideas for corner desks and L shaped desks for a home office. It got to the point to where I had to decide to create a completely separate blog to highlight the idea of these pieces of office furniture for a home office. So, with that in mind we will look at Corner desks and L shaped desks for the home office. First, let’s look at the distinction between the two because they most (Read More)

In meetings with specialists at Madison Liquidators, I had time to compare notes on office cabinets. It’s always interesting to see what another set of eyes will catch and what you may have missed and vise versa. Storage cabinets are often overlooked when doing “big picture” office furniture furnishing but in the end, office cabinet storage always finds a way to the forefront of the minds of everyone in a business environment. So with this writing, we are going to highlight different kinds of storage cabinets that are found on the Madison Liquidators online marketplace. “Our extensive collection of personal storage cabinet options will allow you (Read More)

Let’s begin with a quote “All great changes in America begins at the dinner table.” Anyone know who said that? Former President and founder of Reaganomics, Ronald Reagan. Before we get into a full blown discussion about the economy and trickling down, let’s apply that to business. “All great changes in business begins at the office conference table.” Reagan was right about needing a place to communicate clearly. His thoughts are from parent to child, we have flipped it from management to worker. This is absolutely true for this one simple fact; email effectiveness has its limits. A face to face meeting can be far more impactful than a series of emails. Somet (Read More)

I am excited to announce that one of Madison Liquidators' longest standing brand partners- Harmony Collection has released new standing desk with drawers to our online marketplace! I feel like this is a seminal moment in the progression of ergonomic office furniture. After years, decades, and centuries even of office workers spending their lives hunched over a desk full time for careers, we are finding more and more health conscious options from top office furniture designers such as Harmony Collection. Let's dive right in and begin with the most basic question of all. What is a Standing Desk with Drawers? A standing desk with drawers is a spacious type of desk that c (Read More)

A small conference table for an executive office can be a valuable asset to have in place. They provide a small meeting area outside of the normal confines of the conference or board room. Usually, a small round or square conference table can be placed within the executive office without taking up too much space and ruining the design of the office space. They provide the executive with a small informal meeting area within their own office to greet guests, often those VIPs that really help make the business such a success. Since small square or round conference tables are becoming so popular for the executive office, I thought I would highlight a few from the Madison Liqu (Read More)

Storage furniture is a particularly vital component of a fully functioning professional office. However, office storage furniture is often one of the most forgotten aspects of office furniture when furnishing an office. This is a truth that often puts an office in a bind once it is realized that the storage furniture on hand isn’t enough. This bind can negatively affect an office through lack of organization. With that in mind, we have decided to highlight a few commonly purchased storage furniture solutions for the office. These selections were carefully chosen for their storage ability, and knack for completing an office. Everything from bookcases to credenzas (Read More)

Personal health has come to the forefront of office workers in the last few years. Of course, the global pandemic has put a greater spotlight on personal health but even before then the office furniture industry had been paying greater attention. The focus of the industry has been on ergonomics. Ergonomics is defined as the science of fitting a workplace to the user’s needs. Ergonomics aims to increase efficiency and productivity and reduce discomfort. Quite literally ergonomics is designing for people. This focus on personal health has made huge strides into the way people work in an office, and has added to the quality of life for many people. But what exact (Read More)