An unfinished computer desk can be as simple as a table or as complex as a wall console. It offers sturdy construction at a reasonable price, and can be finished to harmonize with any décor.
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Unfinished computer desks offer the high-quality construction that is needed for furniture that will support expensive equipment. Unfinished furniture is constructed from real wood, not particle board – a product made of bonded wood chips. Real wood furniture can last for decades, providing service and pleasure to generations. Particle board seldom survives more than a decade of normal use. Much prefinished “all-wood” furniture is actually made of particle board covered by a wood veneer, while unfinished wood furniture is typically made from high-quality kiln-dried wood that has been carefully handled and is free of knots, cracks, and other weaknesses. An unfinished computer desk can give service for a lifetime.
Even the simplest unfinished computer desk will be equipped with a pull-out keyboard drawer and ample desktop space. Most also provide a vertical storage area that will accommodate a computer CPU and allow for air circulation around the unit. Some unfinished computer desks can be assembled for either left or right hand use. Some include swiveling monitor stands and channels for managing cords.
You can find unfinished computer desks with a variety of colors, grain patterns, and hardness, depending on the kind of wood the piece is made from. Desks can be made from hardwood, softwood, or a mix of both. Hardwoods such as oak, maple, birch, and mahogany are commonly used for furniture, while cedar, fir, hemlock, pine, redwood and spruce are widely available softwoods.
An unfinished computer desk can be given a clear or natural finish, which shows off the beauty of the wood. A natural finish requires a stain followed by a protective topcoat. Most unfinished pieces need additional fine sanding before finishing. This eliminates any surface fuzz or roughness that will show when the stain is applied, as well as removing any oils that may have clung when the furniture was touched by human hands. Use very fine sandpaper, and always sand in the direction of the grain. Then rub the surface with a tack rag to remove any dust. Stains can be water-based or oil-based, liquid or gel, designed to be the first step in a multi-step procedure or incorporated into a one-step finishing project. Each manufacturer issues directions and safety warnings with its products. Be sure to follow all safety precautions and to follow directions carefully when working with unfinished furniture.
A hard enamel finish can be painted on an unfinished computer desk for a sleek, modern look. Be sure to choose paint designed to withstand heavy use, and apply it according to the manufacturer’s directions. Let the painted finish cure for several days to a week before placing electronic equipment on it.
Whether you choose a simple table or an elaborate wall console, you will find that practicality and beauty are combined in an unfinished computer desk.