Yes, Sit-Stand Desks do exist for Petite and Short users!
If you’re short, you know how challenging it is to find a desk that fits your size–especially if it’s a sit-stand desk. Since 5′ 4″ is the average height for women in the US, what are those, who are shorter, expected to do? They may think that finding a sit-stand desk with the right height is impossible.
The fact of the matter is that most office furniture is made for a 5’9’’ height and the standard desk height is 28” high. The problem is that shorter users need a desk that can go down to 22” and average-height users need a desk height of 24-25”. Check out our workspace planner to find the right seat and keyboard distance from the floor for you.
Things To Consider
– The Lowest Setting
A common mistake made by petite and average height buyers is that they don’t pay attention to the lowest achievable height of their adjustable desk. They end up buying standard height adjustable desks that lower to only 27″-29″. And since most of us place our keyboard and mouse on the desktop, a typing height of 27″-29″ is too high for everyone below the height of 6’1″ in a sitting position.
The adjustment range is something that you absolutely MUST consider when purchasing your sit-stand desk. If you’re a shorter person then you need to focus on the lowest height setting. Because just sitting and standing ability is not enough, an ergonomic pain-free posture should be possible for the user in both positions.
– The Height Of Your Chair
If you’re petite and using an office chair, you may find that the lowest chair setting doesn’t allow you to sit with feet flat and secure on the floor. If that’s the case, and you want to keep your existing chair, then you can attach an under desk keyboard tray to the desk, which will bring down the keyboard and mouse area making it comfortable to type ergonomically. Another option is to use a footrest which will allow you to increase the seat height to reach the tall desk.
Three Great Adjustable-Height Desks For Petite Users
When it comes to a sit-stand desk for petite people, we like the Flexispot E7, Workrite HX Sierra Desk and the Workrite Fundamental.
Flexispot E7 is an excellent entry point into the standing/electric desk space because of its attractive price of $349.88 (without the desktop). The height adjustment range of E7 is 22.8″ – 48.4″ making it fit for users in the height range 4’2″ – 6’4″.
All our Workrite HX desk top surfaces go down to 22” from the floor to top of the table/desk. These are higher end desks with the best motor and electric switch and long warranty. The Workrite Sierra HX Rectangular Electric Height Adjustable Desk has eliminated the lower crossbar that can interfere with knee clearance and under the desk accessories such as mobile pedestals or CPU holders.
This desk with top adjusts as low as 22” tall for a 5’ user. Workrite Ergonomics Sierra HX is the gold standard of adjustable height workstations for all users both short and tall.
If you’re looking for a lower-priced option for an adjustable height sit-stand desk for petite users, here’s Workrite Ascent4 EX. They’re designed to provide exceptional quality at an affordable price. They feature integrated computerized controls and are some of the most energy efficient sit stand tables in the industry.
Finding the right ergonomic office furniture for your size and shape need not be complicated! The experts at ErgoDirect.com will help you choose a flexible desk, chair, and accessories within your budget that will serve you for years to come.
Contact us at [email protected] or call us at 888-456-ERGO for an ergonomic assessment on finding the right desk for you. Visit us at www.ergodirect.com for more information.
