Melamine V.S. Solid wood office table, Which Is Better?

Selecting an office table is extremely vital for corporate image, from practicability, shape, aesthetic to material, all of the factors can affect the final results. Today, we mainly cover the materials of the office table, which may give you some reference.

 

In recent years, melamine office desks and solid wood office tables are widely used in many companies, which can not have an excellent appearance, but also be of high quality. Let’s focus on their advantages and disadvantages from all aspects together.

 

Melamine office desk

 

 

👉What is a melamine board?

 

Melamine board is also called melamine impregnated adhesive film paper veneer artificial board, which is a decorative board made of paper with different colors or textures soaked in melamine resin adhesive, then dried to a certain degree of curing, and then spread on the surface of particleboard, medium-density fiberboard or hard fiberboard. Simply put, melamine board is a wall decoration material.

 

👉The merits of melamine office desk

 

Healthy and eco-friendly: Melamine board is a very environmentally friendly and healthy board, and it is also the most popular office decoration material at the moment. There are many advantages of a melamine board. First of all, compared with other wood boards, melamine boards can be drawn with any pattern. The variety of colors adds a lot of atmosphere to the home or office. This is the reason why some companies purchase melamine desks.

 

Easy to clean: The surface of the melamine board is relatively smooth, so the melamine office desk is easy to clean. Exceptionally, the chemical resistance of the melamine board is still very good, it can resist the corrosion of some solvents such as general acid, alkali, grease, and alcohol, so it is extremely difficult to damage.

 

Low cost: Melamine desks are not only very wearable but also very cheap. The board also performs very well, making it easy to create the required patterns.

 

👉The drawbacks of melamine office desk

 

Easy to chip: Although the exterior resin coating makes the melamine desk durable, it also breaks easily. Debris will expose the internal wood pellet core, which can look very ugly. In addition, the cost of repairing one corner of the table is relatively high.

 

Hard to install: Due to the nature of their structure, melamine desks may not pair well with nails and screws. If used improperly, nails and screws can cause melamine to break. Therefore, it may be beneficial to have a professional installation team.

 

Vulnerable to water damage: If the wood pellet cores of the desk are saturated with water, their structural integrity will be compromised. Compared with solid wood, a melamine office desk absorbs water more easily, so keep your desk away from water sources as much as possible.

 

Solid wood office table

 

 

The solid wood desk is a desk made of solid wood processing, which is made of natural logs without secondary processing, including tabletops, frames, drawers, side panels, table corners, etc.

 

👉The merits of solid wood office table

 

Longer service life: The service life of solid wood desks is relatively long. Generally, they can be used for 15 to 20 years, which is about 5 times that of other panel desks. At the same time, solid wood desks have soft and smooth lines, smooth corners, and fewer edges and corners, which reduce bumps and scratches. Therefore, it’s safe to use.

 

Suitable for all styles: Unlike most other materials, solid wood desks are suitable for all types of offices. When it comes to wood, the decorative style doesn't matter because it's customizable. Wood is a natural material that can add a touch of nature to your office environment and make it more welcoming and motivating.

 

Easy to maintain: The solid wood office table is very easy to maintain. To clean your desk, simply wipe it with a soft cloth to remove accumulated dust. If you want to give it a smooth luster, you can use a cleaner designed specifically for wood. It is not recommended to use general house cleaners, because these cleaners usually contain harsh chemicals that can damage the wood and even peel off its finish. The cleaning of the desk varies slightly according to a finished or unfinished one, but in general, it is always very simple. Any scratches or dents on the solid wood desk can be easily polished away.

 

👉The drawbacks of solid wood office table

 

High cost: Compared with other panels, the solid wood office desk has a comparatively high cost. However, due to its durability, in the long run, it is much worth money.

Easy to scratch: Solid wood desks can be scratched or damaged by sharp objects, though there is a protective film on the surface of the table. Therefore, before buying a solid wood office table, confirm that your warranty covers repairs for accidental damage.

 

Easy to color fading: Ultraviolet rays can change the color of solid wood desks and damage their surfaces, it's like what the sun does to your skin. But don't worry too much, skilled craftsmen can repair old finishes and restore the color to its original tone.

 

In conclusion

 

Whether solid wood office tables or melamine office desks, they have their own merits and drawbacks, so you can choose according to your preferences. For more information you want to know, contact us at +0086-0757-23371942 or carmen@huayafurniture.com.