Unfinished Desks

Do you love a good home project? Unfinished wood desks offer the chance to stain or paint your desk just the sort of color and finish you want. And there’s no beating the satisfaction you’ll get out of personalizing your home office space. While you search for just the right desk to start with, allow the following tips and ideas to be your guide.

Choose a Style

With an unfinished wood desk, it can be hard to envision the end result. But pay attention to the lines and level of detailing while you browse. Of course, traditional desks tend to be more ornate, with lots of decorative touches. But when you’re painting it yourself, it might be fitting to go with a simple design that’ll exude rustic farmhouse style. Paint it light blue, sage green or creamy white — or give it a slightly distressed wood finish. The end result is sure to be full of character!

Pick a Design

You’ll also need to consider what type of unfinished wood desk you need for your work station. At Houzz, you’ll find a variety of styles and designs, so consider what exactly you’ll be using it for and how much space you have.

• Executive Desk: These desks are both sturdy and stately and offer plenty of work space. They often come with drawers and cabinets on either side. For even more room, opt for an L-shaped version.
• Computer Desk: If you’ll be using your home office to work from home frequently, you’ll likely want to go with a computer desk. These are designed for cord management and often have room to store a printer.
• Writing Desk: Whether you’re looking for something more decorative or you’re tight on space, an unfinished wood writing desk is a great option. Traditional and elegant, these desks are usually smaller in size and meant for writing letters, doing homework or simply working on a small laptop. They look gorgeous in a rustic finish or a unique color.
• Desk with Hutch: Of course, these will take a lot more work to stain and paint yourself, but the end result may be worth it. With plenty of space up ahead to store books and decorative knick-knacks, they’ll truly make your home office feel like a finished space.