Modular Business Furniture Solutions That Won't Break Your Budget

In today's post we will cover several of the hottest new modular furniture lines available for businesses of all sizes. Lines include the new Mayline e5 furniture collection, TransAction furniture, Zira workstations, and Princeton furniture by Global Total Office. Enjoy!

First up, the Mayline e5 Furniture collection. This line of affordable open desking is perfect for businesses with modern style. Mayline e5 furniture is easy installed, configured, and specified. This unique line of furniture offers the ergonomic features to keep you working effectively and efficiently in the workplace. Users will enjoy a choice of three work surface shapes, six stylish laminate finishes, three powder coat paint finishes for steel parts, and a virtually unlimited selection of Momentum fabrics for pedestals and tack boards.

Second on our list, the Mayline TransAction furniture collection.  I know we tend to highlight quite a bit of Mayline furniture on our blog, but let's be honest... this stuff is incredible! The TransAction typicals offered by Mayline provide a simple approach to modular business furniture needs. TransAction is available in a wide variety of laminate finishes and offers one of the most comprehensive collections of technology intensive furniture available. In Mayline's words this collection is sleek outside and smart inside. We couldn't agree more. TransAction includes a variety of modern conference tables and storage products to match the modular workstations available. Overall, this is one fantastic furniture line!

The Global Zira furniture collection makes our list at number 3. If you haven't had the privilege to see this awesome furniture yet, do a quick Google search. It's quite impressive. Zira workstations provide an affordable solution to modular desking needs. Zira is constructed of high quality materials and is available in a seemingly unlimited variety of laminate and drawer pull options. Users will enjoy the ability to customize and design workstations to meet their individual needs. Pre-configured stations are also available and further add to the simplicity of this modern office furniture line.

Last but not least, Global Princeton furniture! Another affordable line of modular casegoods, Princeton features a unique contemporary style that's hard to miss. According to Global, the Princeton line is for a new generation that believes the office doesn't have to be 'the office'. It's more than just a new look, Princeton has a personality just like you. In the long run Princeton is about doing more with less budget! We love this line for the ability to build out from you, rather than an outer work wall. For example, Princeton will allow you to build an incredible workstation configuration in less than 50 square feet, what other furniture line can do that?

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The 5 Best Furniture Lines for Home and Business Use

What's you favorite? Do you have a preference? What's your recommendation? These are questions any quality office furniture provider faces on a daily basis. Without doing a careful review of each line, it's hard to choose. Going on looks alone is never accurate and to provide customers with the absolute best information you have to do some testing! In today's post we've highlighted 5 of our favorite office furniture collections, that we've actually used and tested ourselves. For those in the market for new home and business furniture, this post IS our recommendation!

First and foremost, the Mayline Corsica collection. This line of professional casegoods offers quality and versatility at an affordable price. As for looks, it definitely passes the eye test. Over the past several months we've installed quite a bit of Mayline Corsica furniture and to be honest, it goes together quite easily. Most all products from this line can be assembled with two individuals. Additionally, we love Corsica furniture for the AA American hardwood construction. This stuff is just built tuff! It's so nice to have a high end office furniture collection that looks beautiful in the workplace and performs just as well. Corsica gets an A+!

Next up, Zira furniture by Global Total Office. This line of

contemporary laminate casegoods combines modern style with functionality. About two weeks ago we had the chance to visit a Global showroom in Florida. The Zira line was displayed widely and for good reason, it's incredible. The selection of laminate finishes available on Global Zira Furniture is definitely a plus. This kind of variety makes it easy to design a workspace to meet the needs of any office. Zira is a line that designers will love as it's completely modular. If your looking for affordable laminate furniture that's reconfigurable to meet the needs of any space, Zira is the choice for you.

Third on our list, Cherryman Industries Verde Furniture! When it comes to quality, Cherryman is a name that always comes to mind. Over the last year we have probably sold more Verde casegoods than any other furniture line. We always recommend this product and in fact, several of our staff members use Verde products in their own homes! What's so great about this line you ask? Well to keep it short and sweet... price, ship time, and quality. All Verde furniture is typically in stock and ships within a few business days. Buyers will enjoy a choice of two attractive finishes and when it comes to style... this line speaks for itself!

Fourth, we had to highlight the new Mayline e5 collection. If you haven't seen this

furniture series yet, you're  truly depriving yourself. Even though we did a recent post on this collection, we felt the need to include it as it's definitely a favorite. In Mayline's words, e5 furniture is easy to install, easy to spec, and easy to assemble. You will be hard pressed to find a more genuine statement. This new line of discount Mayline furniture is all that and more. Basically, anybody that sees this line and likes modern furniture falls in love at first sight. e5 is an award winning collection that is truly revolutionizing the furniture world through the use of high end executive furniture and open desking solutions.

Last but not least, the Global Princeton Furniture collection. Princeton is ideal for professional business applications, but would work excellent in upscale loft style homes. This line of modular office furniture is available in a variety of finishes and really impresses. Princeton is completely customizable and designed to work around your individual needs. In a nut shell, Princeton furniture is a modern alternative to office cubicles and panel furniture configurations. This line provides an open and attractive look that's hard to beat. Princeton install quite easily and allows users to easily build multi user workstations that really save on the usable square footage of most homes and businesses.

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Mayline Aberdeen Furniture: The Reliable Casegoods Solution

Mayline produces high quality executive office furniture collections we have all come to know and love. One of the longest standing and most popular of these collections is the Aberdeen series. This line of professional laminate casegoods forms the perfect combination of contemporary style and traditional quality.

In today's post we will cover the Mayline Aberdeen Casegoods collection and some of it's most unique pieces. Whether you are in the market for home or business furniture solutions, Aberdeen is always a reliable choice.

First and foremost, a little bit about the line. The Aberdeen Series of laminate casegoods combine fashionable aesthetics and unparalleled quality all in a package that is surprisingly affordable. Aberdeen's transitional style allows it to fit into any environment whether it be modular multi-station work areas or executive offices. Aberdeen provides exceptional abrasion and stain resistance along with technology and cable friendly components. Aberdeen furniture is available in three rich laminate finishes that include Mocha, Cherry, and Maple.

When selecting products to showcase in today's post we had to include the Mayline ACTB6 Aberdeen Conference Table. This professional boardroom table features a 1 5/8th inch work surface with hollow core construction. The ACTB6 features a versatile center grommet that can be outfit for power and data. Dimensions of this model are 72"W x 36"D x 29 1/2"H. Additional Aberdeen conference tables are also available if you are looking to outfit a larger space.

Secondly, we decided to include the AT35 Aberdeen Executive Desk Set. We just love the ample storage of this furniture package! The AT35 offers everything needed to outfit, design, and decorate an upscale office. This set features beautiful glass doors that really stand out, along with a 72" conference front desk that boasts ample leg room for guests. Don't let the high end looks deceive you! This awesome furniture set is incredibly affordable considering 11 pieces included.

Last but not least we decided to share the Aberdeen Reception Desk AT37. This laminate reception desk solution has long been a Mayline best seller. The AT37 features an attractive glass transaction screen and 48" return for added workspace and privacy. The AT37 station is also available with a wide range of matching seating and storage options (like the ones pictured above) that can be configured to meet the organizational needs of any office environment.

In the long run, this Affordable Mayline Furniture collection is hard to beat. Aberdeen is a line of professional casegoods that offers the versatility and reliability required to be the perfect solution for both home and executive business furniture needs. While some office furniture can be described as contemporary and others traditional, Aberdeen's unique blend of these characteristics place it in a category that can only be described as loved by all. In the coming weeks we will be sharing other popular Mayline furniture collections so stay tuned!

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Veneer Office Furniture vs. Laminate Office Furniture

A common dilemma encountered commonly by those shopping for office furniture is whether to go with laminate or veneer casegoods. This decision is often decided by budget, but other factors should be considered. In today's post we have decided to run down a few pros and cons of both styles.

First, let's discuss both sides of Veneer Office Furniture...

For those who don't know, veneer is a fancy way of saying "finished wood". While Veneer often not a solid hardwood, it is still quite durable and ideal for executive office applications. The durability of veneer office furniture is often greater than that of most laminate lines.

Veneer furniture is a popular choice for upscale home offices. At first glance it is easy to see that veneer furniture typically has a very rich an warm look. That being said Veneer is definitely a more suitable and professional choice for higher ups.

The weight of veneer furniture can be a downside. Moving furniture is never fun, but a large executive desk suite in veneer can be a real bear. We definitely recommend using safety belts for added back support any time furniture is relocated. Additionally, the weight of individual pieces can make installation harder and you should definitely plan on having at least two people before starting assembly. Overall, the weight of your furniture should not be a deciding factor of what style to go with, but should definitely be considered if you plan on moving often.

Veneer furniture is typically quite environmentally friendly. Commonly, saw timber is cut into 1" thick pieces. During the manufacturing of veneer boards close to zero wood is wasted and the process is much more efficient than that of pure hardwood. On average 40 veneer surfaces can be produced to every 1 hardwood surface. That is pretty impressive!

The stability of veneer furniture is another important factor. Since veneer products are typically glued with a waterproof adhesive, work surfaces are not as likely to warp over time.

Now let's take a look at laminate furniture...

The obvious first positive for laminate office furniture is the price. Due to the fact that laminate furniture is much less expensive to produce it of course costs less to outfit a space. In today's workplace laminate casegoods are rapidly replacing old school cubicle configurations. They look better, cost about the same, and really provide an up to date look and feel. In today's economy cost is of huge importance and with the advancements in modern manufacturing there is no shame in going with laminate furniture configurations. In fact, most of our furniture experts recommend laminate lines like Zira and Princeton casegoods.

The durability of Laminate furniture is never going to surpass that of veneer. However, with modern technology it really comes close! When it comes to laminate furniture the old adage remains true "you get what you pay for". That's not to say you can't save a buck while still providing your home or office with excellent quality laminate furniture. It's just absolutely vital to read reviews on product lines and manufacturers before spending money to outfit your space! Rest assured that our company OfficeAnything.com reviews every line of products we sell. That being said, we can't promise the same for all dealers. In the long run, if you do your homework and select a quality line like Zira, Princeton, Brighton, or Aberdeen furniture you will have no durability issues and should be very please with your purchase.

While the weight of veneer furniture is a bit of a downside, the lightweight design, usability, and functionality of laminate office furniture is really a plus. Whether you're designing a small home office or outfitting multiple floors of your business with new furniture, light weight laminate casegoods can really save your back. Furthermore, most laminate lines are modular and the light weight design makes it relatively simple to experiment with new configurations or add on new pieces.

Hopefully this post has shed some light on the pros and cons to both veneer and laminate furniture. No matter your preference it is extremely important to do your homework before hand. Research the lines your considering and compare them to each other. Speak with professionals and ask their personal opinions. A little extra work up front really goes a long way.

If you have any questions regarding office furniture and seating please don't hesitate to contact us directly. Our staff of trained experts will be more than happy to assist with product suggestions, space planning, and installation. Thanks so much!

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