Work From Home? 5 Desk Upgrades That Make Long Days Easier

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Working from home is now normal for millions of people, but a kitchen table and a dim corner don't make a productive workspace. A few well-chosen pieces fix the most common problems: bad lighting, tangled cables, a dead phone and a coffee gone cold. Here's how to upgrade your desk without redoing the whole room.

1. Fix the lighting first

Hand-knit rattan LED desk lampMotorcycle-style LED desk lamp

Poor light causes tired eyes and low energy. A dedicated desk lamp puts light where you need it. The Hand-Knit Rattan LED Desk Lamp is dimmable and USB-charged, so it suits a bright working day and a softer evening. For a more compact, modern look, try the Motorcycle-Style LED Desk Lamp.

2. Replace cable clutter with one charging spot

3-in-1 foldable wireless charging station for phone, watch, and earbuds

Phone, earbuds and watch all need power, and three separate chargers take up half your desk. A 3-in-1 Foldable Wireless Charger brings them together on one stand and folds flat when you travel.

3. Stop letting your coffee go cold

Rechargeable self-stirring coffee mugPortable magnetic cup stirrer for coffee and drinks

Stirring in milk, sugar or a protein powder is a small task, but it adds up across a long day. A Rechargeable Self-Stirring Coffee Mug mixes your drink at the touch of a button. If you'd rather use your own cup, the Portable Magnetic Cup Stirrer does the same job under any mug.

4. Add a little life to the desk

Floating magnetic levitating planterDesktop flowing water fountain decor

A desk that is all screens and cables gets tiring to look at. A Floating Magnetic Levitating Planter adds a living, eye-catching focal point, and a Desktop Flowing Water Fountain brings a soothing sound that many people find helpful when concentrating.

5. Light up the background for video calls

RGB gradient ambient lightWaterproof flexible LED strip light

What's behind you matters on camera. An RGB Gradient Ambient Light or a Waterproof Flexible LED Strip Light behind the monitor adds depth to the room and cuts the contrast between a bright screen and a dark wall.

Home-office upgrade checklist

  • A dimmable desk lamp for daytime and evening work
  • One charging station instead of several chargers
  • A drink setup that makes your breaks easier
  • One decorative piece that makes the desk pleasant to look at
  • Soft background lighting for video calls

See more options in our Lighting collection and Smart Home collection.

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