Office Furniture Blog

Do you work in what can amount to little more than a mouse cage? No, maybe that’s too harsh. Are you trying to get your work done in a spaceless space? What I mean to say is if you are working from home and are trying to make the hybrid work thing possible, but you don’t have much square footage to dedicate to a complete home office, there are some workarounds. Ten to be exact. Here are ten space-saving small desk ideas that you can use to optimize the area you do have and remain productive. Let’s jump right in.   What is a Small Desk? Before going too far, defining what constitutes a small desk may be necessary. Small desks can incorpo (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. N (Read More)

Working from home… Sounds like a dream, right? I never really considered it an option because I spent twenty years in construction management which meant being on the jobsite every day. Fifty, sixty, and even seventy hour work weeks in places all over the south. Large cities like Birmingham, and Atlanta or vacation destinations like Pensacola, Florida. All the way to places you don’t hear about until they spring up on you like Newnan, Georgia or Pascagoula, Mississippi. Then there are places that I’ve been that I still have nightmares about like Kemper County, Mississippi. All places that required daily attendance and long hours at a desk in your offic (Read More)

Madison Liquidators has grown a lot since I first started back in January of 2021. To me, it’s a little wild how far we have come since then. Before I get into anything, I don’t want you to think this is going to be some braggadocious article that I threw together. This isn’t an arrogant, boastful fluff piece to stroke mine or anyone’s ego. More or less, this is to tell you how proud I am to be a part of the growth that we have seen, and I will tell you why in just a second. But first, since I have been with Madison Liquidators, we have sold office furniture to some of the biggest names in finance, business, and industry. We sold conference ta (Read More)

Around my household, we have just begun looking at back to school shopping for the fall. I know in parts of the country it is way too soon for this but where I live in Alabama, August 9th is the first day back to school for our kids. So it is just around the corner for us, and we are running out of summertime. Soon it will be back to business for our children. With that in mind, I thought I would look at some small computer desks for back to school 2023. Homework rules the house in the evenings and having a dedicated space to perform classroom duties within the home can be a huge tool to have. Not only that, but for dorm rooms with limited a space needs practical solutio (Read More)

In today’s evolving work environment, having a well-designed home office is no longer a luxury—it’s a necessity. Whether you’re working remotely full-time, part-time, or simply need a dedicated space for personal projects, the right home office desk can make all the difference. Madison Liquidators is excited to announce the addition of Office Star Products to its growing collection of home office furniture, bringing you stylish, ergonomic, and space-efficient desks designed to enhance productivity and comfort. Brand partner, Office Star Products has earned a reputation as a leading manufacturer and distributor of office furniture, with a broad s (Read More)

Introduction There is approximately 1 billion square feet of vacant office space, according to the Site Selection Group. While that may seem like a promising prospect for commercial real estate investors, it makes no difference to you and me. If you've been working from home since the pandemic, rented shared office space, or are even in your own private office, chances are you don't have unlimited vacant space. Hopefully, you've mastered the art of not allowing your small office to feel cluttered but functional. If not, in this article, we'll give you a quick rundown on: Small office furniture pieces How to create a functional, compact office in a variety o (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)

It seems like I am always talking about the size of office furniture. We are locked in a search for specific office furniture pieces that fits their needs. This is especially true with our need for office desks. While I could give generalizations such as an executive always needs a large desk to fill out the bigger office, or a startup needs smaller desks to conserve space. It’s not my place to assume why you need a particular size. Writing about office furniture as much as I do, makes me tend to create the situation why you would need a particular sized desk. So today, instead, I want to do something a little different. I want to show you the wide range of small d (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 do all my writing in my home office, and I recently realized that I don’t talk enough about office furniture selections for a space like this. Many of us began working from a dedicated space in our homes around the time of the onset of Covid-19 and have stayed there ever since. In a place such as this, a lot of times the work area is small because we just don’t have all that much square footage to give up for a home office. So, over the next few months, I will be looking at office furniture that will fit in small places inside a home office or even that professional business that doesn’t have much workspace. Today I will begin this series with the o (Read More)

Today I thought I would continue our look at office furniture for tight spaces with what is probably going to be the most popular type in the series with small L shaped desks. When square footage is limited, we need the most out of the office furniture that we can find for the space. If you’re like me, you’ve been squeezed into a small shared office with a co-worker because the business just doesn’t have enough room for a full office for everyone. In my case, my roommate and I were still able to squeeze in a small L shaped desk each. This office furniture eased the strain of the limited work room between us by providing us with a workstation that gave us (Read More)

A small office can be challenging to furnish. Multiple issues arise when you begin the process of doing so. The most obvious is limited space with the conventional wisdom calling for small office furniture. However, this is often flawed due to the type of work that we do in our offices. Small desks just don’t allow us to perform the work that we are required to do daily. So, what do we do? From my own personal experience in a small office in my home, I was able to find a fantastic desk that fit the requirements of my daily duties exceptionally well. How did I do this? When I arrived in Madison for my initial training, I sat down with the skilled co-workers who are (Read More)

Small offices are a part of the growing pains of a business. I’ve unofficially been compiling looks at small office furniture for businesses and home offices that have limited space. Today, I want to look at the reception/waiting area of an office. Small reception areas are sometimes just a fact of the business life. Even larger buildings can have very small square footage dedicated to this area. So I thought I would highlight a few excellent small reception desks that are going to be top sellers in 2023. We will look at a few examples to get you started. When searching for “small reception desks” on the Madison Liquidators online marketplace, you wil (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)

"Create the Perfect Study Space at Home or in the Dorm for Back to School 2025." As the back to school 2025 season kicks off, families across the country are preparing for the return of school routines, academic goals, and daily homework sessions. For many students, the transition back to learning comes with new challenges—especially when it comes to creating an environment that supports focus and productivity. Whether your student is heading into kindergarten or their final year of college, having the right setup at home or in a dorm can make a meaningful difference in academic performance. One of the most essential components of that setup is a functional, com (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 ve (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)

Back in February I shared a blog post about Small Reception Desks for Growing offices in 2023. I just wanted to take a moment to touch on that subject again because of the response that writing received. Small reception desks are extremely popular this year, so I thought I would speak more on the subject. As I have previously stated, there are many reasons to select a small reception desk but largest factor is usually reception area square footage… or lack thereof.   Businesses are limited in their layout by the overall space that they have, and while many of us would love a large and comfortable receiving area for guests, tough decisions usually pre (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)

Conference rooms are important, in fact in a lot of offices they are the heart of the entire operation. It’s where daily staff meetings take place, or the all-important big meetings with clients, or safety meetings. They are even where close offices have employee birthday parties and so much more. It’s hard to put a value that a conference room has on a business. Whether big or small, the conference room has extreme value to each office. While a large office has the freedom to select almost any conference table on the market and it will fit. A small office must be more strategic. With this in mind, this blog intends to be a strategic guide for a small offic (Read More)

Whether you began working from home pre-2020, were forced to mid-pandemic or have just gotten your first WFH gig (congrats) chances are that there are at least 5 difficulties that you have (or will) run into. This isn't to scare you off or make you second-guess your decision but when you begin working from home, everyone tends to face some of the same problems. How much of an issue they actually are really depends on the individual. Irrespective of which from this list you are rocking and which you are tanking on, we're going to go through the 5 most common challenges of working from home and what to do about them. --subscription-box-- The 5 gr (Read More)

This one feels a little special to me. As soon as I saw the word “cubby,” I was transported back to Mrs. McConnell’s classroom at Valley Junior High in Jasper, Alabama. I was in third grade, in the simple world of the 1980s, and she was a stickler for organization — equal parts mother and drill instructor. Every day, we were inspected: desks cleaned, supplies neatly arranged, and personal items tucked away in our assigned cubbyhole. That memory reminds me why cubby storage organizers remain such a timeless way to keep life neat and organized. Though it’s been decades, that single word instantly brought her to mind. Third grade was a transf (Read More)

“Where European sophistication meets modern functionality—now available online.” Madison Liquidators is proud to unveil an exciting new partnership with Euro Style, a brand renowned for its European elegance, clean lines, and innovative design philosophy. Known for bringing a contemporary flair to both residential and professional interiors, Euro Style has built a reputation for merging aesthetics with functionality. This collaboration represents a key milestone in our commitment to offering thoughtfully curated furniture collections that resonate with modern lifestyles. With Euro Style joining our online marketplace, customers can now explore a bro (Read More)

It may not always be possible to mix work and play, but it's essential to combine work and rest. When working from home, you have the added benefit of not only commuting convenience but also of being able to perfectly design an office that takes into account your work style, including breaks. In this article, we'll give you 6 essential tips that will help you choose the right office couch for your space and ensure the pieces you choose during the buying process meet all of your needs. --subscription-box--   1. Understanding Your Needs To avoid opening 10 tabs on your computer screen or filling your favorites with every office couch you come across, it's imp (Read More)

Small businesses often see growing pains. With every fresh start up that sees success there is the inevitable limitations and struggles that accompanies that triumph. Sometimes these restrictions are expanding beyond the original clientele. With increased revenue and clients comes a need to present the office in a more professional manor. One of the most important spaces to upgrade as far as clients and vendors are concerned is the conference room. The conference room is where guests will spend the most time discussing the details of your successful business. The conference table is where all the business will be discussed, therefore this piece of office furniture shou (Read More)

Are you AI image fatigued yet? We hope not. If you're an avid user of Facebook or any social media platform, then by now you may be quite tired of seeing everyone and their cousin generate AI images of themselves as anime characters or with their ideal body (you know you've done it too). But AI is a tool, and as such, it offers immense value for what its AI imagination (or human-taught AI imagination) can dream up about interior trends, namely: modern home offices. New and unique color combinations, furniture placements, cool gadgets, accessories, and even decor find inspiration in these surreal snapshots brought to you by careful, prompt engineering. Let's start th (Read More)

Madison Liquidators is thrilled to announce the kickoff of its Office Essentials Campaign, a curated selection of high-quality, functional, and stylish office furniture designed to meet the diverse needs of businesses and home offices alike. This campaign highlights Madison Liquidators' commitment to boosting workplace productivity and comfort by offering a wide range of desks, chairs, storage solutions, and accessories at discounted prices. Featuring high quality office furniture from top brand partners, the Office Essentials Campaign provides customers with the tools they need to create workspaces that inspire efficiency and creativity. --product-display-box-- The O (Read More)

Is it just me or is a dedicated game room in the home on the same level as a kitchen, or bathroom? In other words, a required space in the home! If you are reading this and your home currently doesn’t have a dedicated family game room, take it from me; it’s not a fully functioning home. Since I am an authority on such matters, you can use my word as evidence to convince your significant other to turn that extra bedroom, or flex space into the ultimate game room. And if you’re single… Just do it! Let’s talk about game rooms, and how to set them up. First let’s talk about what to do when you select the space. Transforming an unused ro (Read More)

Finding the right office desk is more than just picking a surface to work on—it’s about enhancing productivity, comfort, and style while meeting storage and spatial needs. Whether you’re designing a home office or furnishing a corporate space, this guide will walk you through the main types of office desks and their variations, helping you make the best choice for your workspace. This is one of the questions I get asked the most, what type of desk should I get? That is a loaded question! Because there are many factors that go into selecting the perfect office desk for your needs, for example- If you handle multiple projects throughout the day and need (Read More)

Who is Corp Design? If you're new to shopping for online office furniture, then you may be presented with plenty of manufacturers you likely haven't heard of before, especially when it comes to commercial office furniture. As trust is often built through relationships and transparency, allow us to introduce you to Corp Design, a manufacturer of high-quality, budget-friendly office furniture. What Corp Design does is design and manufacture a wide range of office furniture products, including desks, chairs, tables, storage units, and reception furniture. As their focus is on creating functional and practical pieces that are also stylish and durable, they al (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)

Getting into the most comfortable position for your work throughout the day may not be as cut-and-dry as sitting in an armless office chair. We all like to move around regularly, sit cross-legged, or put our feet up from time to time, but doing that would also require you to find the best configuration for your laptop. While many offices nowadays prioritize a multitude of workspaces so that employees have the freedom to get the job done in the best environment for them, working from home and allowing yourself some freedom may not always be possible. Luckily, there is a simple tool that can help. --subscription-box-- What is a laptop table? A laptop stand or lapt (Read More)

    According to Arch2o multifunctional, multiuse and multipurpose spaces are defined as: a proper integration of several functions. In essence, taking a space and using it for more than one purpose. While everyone has a room in their house or office which has a dedicated name to make the use apparent, creating a multiuse room is not necessarily about changing the function of that space, but designing it in a way that opens it up seamlessly to another possibility of use. So, if conventionally a room has a particular use, why would it be important or even necessary to create a multifunctional space? Well, it's no surprise that in the past decade, at least, (Read More)

Imagine you're in the perfect work-from-home office. You've got the ergonomic, or possibly, gaming chair. You splurged on the luxury mousepad and bought a footrest. You can kick back, type, and grab a snack from your under-desk mini-fridge. That's the life. If this is your dream but currently your home office is only a boring mini-prison, stay tuned. Accessories are a great way to add functional and easy-to-use gadgets to your office equipment. They can also add color, playful distractions, or cool tech solutions that you never knew you needed. But the ultimate goal of desk accessories is to help organize the space so that you can work diligently. H (Read More)

"Everything You Need to Know to Find the Perfect L-Shaped Desk in 2025 and beyond!" Around the office at Madison Liquidators, I am known for two things- championing L-shaped desks and being infatuated with credenzas (but I am seeking professional help on that!) As far as the L-shaped desk situation goes, I do not feel that I have a problem. To me, they are the ultimate workstation; double the workstation of a traditional desk without becoming a space hogging monstrosity office furniture piece- I’m looking at you U shaped desk with hutch! When someone asks me, what desk should they get? L-shaped desk! What kind of desk do I use myself? L-shaped desk! But what if (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)

The fall is fast approaching and it brings moderate weather, falling leaves, and the sounds of marching bands echoing throughout all the towns across the country on Friday nights; signaling the start of football season. Before football season can get here though, we will endure back to school sales collecting all the required supplies for the school year. Restocking all those empty cupboards from the previous year. The annual fall renewal is upon us, we know every supply list item from number two pencils to three ring binders. All the items that will make our children successful in the upcoming school year. But what if it’s time for a renewal at home too? M (Read More)

Madison Liquidators has added a new brand partner in Floortex bringing a wide range of flooring for the office. These products are actively being added to the online marketplace and are available now! Floortex Desk Chair Mat Starting Price- [price-72841] Floortex - Since 2001, has been at the forefront of innovation in the manufacture and marketing of surface protection products for the office, industry and the home. In addition to the extensive range of surface protection mats for floors, desks and other work surfaces, Floortex now offers a unique range of active anti-fatigue mats, custom printed mats and a craft range. --product-display-box-- Floortex comes to Mad (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)

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)

A modern executive desk belongs in the big office with a contemporary design. This office furniture is specifically made with the management staff in mind for an executive office. They are constructed with premium materials or added detailing and are larger than a standard office desk. Whether it’s the size, finish, or decoration the appearance of a modern executive desk breathes class and style. Excellent describing words are opulent and splendor. Perhaps, the most eye catching office furniture for an executive office. It is important to keep in mind that these office desks best fit in a modern executive office. While they may fit well in other styles, discretio (Read More)

This is my regular reminder that sit stand desks exist and improve the health of the office worker. I was talking with a friend who is an office worker from home the other day and she was complaining about how sitting down so much has made her seek out the aid of a chiropractor about once a quarter. This immediately got me championing sit stand desks as a healthy alternative that can give her much needed movement daily while still remaining just as productive. She said she had heard of them but thought they were more of a novelty than an actual fundamental change that I view them as. --subscription-box-- After a few minutes of me sending her links to great sit stand des (Read More)

I always get a lot of comments and questions about the price of our commercial office furniture. Some people are convinced that since they have seen a similar model in a retail store somewhere that we are gouging our prices. From time to time on our social media, we will get a comment such as “your prices are too high” so I thought I would address these concerns directly. Hopefully by the end of this, you will have a better understanding between the products sold in retail stores, residential home stores and those found on the online marketplace of Madison Liquidators. I wish I could teleport everyone to the showroom at Madison Liquidators along with an examp (Read More)

Whether you’re working from a home office or in a bustling corporate setting, your desk is the command center of your day; this is where all the action happens. The right setup transforms an ordinary desk into a productive, comfortable, and inspiring workspace. Desk accessories play a pivotal role in this transformation, adding organization, comfort, and efficiency to your daily routine. From cable management solutions that keep cords tidy to ergonomic solutions that ease strain, each piece contributes to a workspace that balances function and style. This thoughtful guide highlights 10 must-have desk accessories designed to enhance any office environment followed b (Read More)

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)

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)

Stretching your legs, rearranging your seat, arching your back, or resting your arms on the table are all ways we try to conform our bodies to sit in one spot for eight hours a day, five (or more) days a week. But no matter what we do, our bodies continue to tell us that sitting for that long without the proper support is not going to cut it. While information on beneficial exercises and stretches to do on your break, suggestions on how often you should get up and take a walk, and the benefits of a standing desk are well-touted, office chairs remain among the most elementary and essential pieces of office furniture. This means we owe ourselves and our health to seek the (Read More)

Switching from sitting at a desk all day to to a sit and stand workstation or a desk with a sit stand desk converter is one of the best choices you can make for your health and your ability to complete more in a normal work day. There are a number of different ways you can achieve this, some more convenient and expensive than others but all give you the same or similar results. So why would you switch from sitting all day to alternating sitting and standing frequently throughout the course of your work day? There are a number of obvious answers, ultimately you will be more comfortable, healthier and be able to accomplish more in the course of a normal work day. Th (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)