Separate the Old from the New
If you’re unable to see your natural bamboo or shiny aluminum desktop, don’t fret. You can start to organize your Xdesk by developing a filing system. Separate out the old, outdated documents or even entire files (if it’s been awhile). Grab bills, important documents and other necessary paperwork into one pile, and trash anything else that’s been lying around for a few days. Use a file rack to place current projects you need handy at a moment’s notice, and a four-drawer filing cabinet to put away finished projects and other paperwork.

An unorganized filing cabinet doesn’t really serve a purpose. So while you’re at it, take a moment to clean out the cabinet. Order things alphabetically, by color, or develop your own coding system so you can quickly find the things you need.

Find New Equipment
It’s difficult to throw things out and have an orderly workspace without the right equipment. When you’re ready to organize your Xdesk, have a garbage, recycle bin and shredder ready to take on the job. Beyond trash receptacles, consider downsizing your computer or printer. If you have a dinosaur of a monitor, replace it for something inexpensive and lightweight that won’t take up much space.

The same goes for other electronics. Buy a printer, fax and scanner that are all in one, instead of having separate devices. Another option is Xdesk Connect. It elevates the CPU to save floor space and protect it from moisture and damage. It’s able to hold up to 85 pounds off the floor.

Get Rid of Clutter
After you’ve filed your documents, get rid of other unnecessary items on your desk. If you haven’t seen your desktop in a while, wipe it down with a light wash of soapy water. Keep in mind that Xdesk cannot withstand oils, and other cleaners and disinfectants shouldn’t be highly basic or acidic. Replace a desk lamp with a standing model to allow for even more room, and hang family pictures on the wall to get them off of your desk.

Xdesk offers other options for a clean, organized workspace. Feed cables and wires through the grommet holes in your desktop, and pull them through the Vanity Cover with Cable Raceway. Then all wires will be covered and combined into one, streamlined system. Don’t forget to add the Power Management System to protect your equipment from power surges.

Throw it Out
Moving along with getting rid of clutter, take a second to throw out broken pens, paperclips, and miscellaneous staples that are taking up space (and just waiting to stab your fingertips). Throw out magazines and newspapers that are collecting dust, and outdated documents. Pay stubs, medical bills and bank statements can generally be thrown out after one year, while credit card bills can be thrown out after a month (and payment has been received).

Replace scattered pens, rubber bands and other small items with a caddy that holds everything in place. Try out this version from iSkelter that even holds your phone and, coincidentally, is made out of bamboo.

How do you organize your Xdesk? Share in the comments below!

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The Desk Chair
This standing desk alternative is a solid choice for the traditional workspace. Why stand when you can sit in a stuffy, over-sized office chair all day? Sure it can be uncomfortable, contorting your spine into an awkward C shape as your body’s fat burning ability completely shuts down. It’s a great way to prepare for a long winter if you’re hibernating. And they occasionally come with wheels. This feature means you’ll never have to get up and walk down the hall for a cup of coffee, just roll over to the break room.

The Boxed Cubicle
The cubicle. It’s slowly going out of style, but that doesn’t mean we can’t reminisce about a time when the only window in view was the one open on your computer screen. Buzzing fluorescent lights and waves from the monitor are way more beneficial than real sunlight. And let’s not forget about the layout. Being cramped inside a box with mounting paper work so your boss can sneak up behind you and ask you to work all weekend is the ideal situation.

The Traditional Desk
A traditional desk is the perfect solution for someone who wants a standing desk alternative. They’re often large, occasionally made with formaldehyde, and 100 percent static. You won’t ever have to move positions or get up from your desk. And they’re convenient. Now you can Gchat your coworkers instead of ever having to talk to a real person. You can order lunch and have it delivered right to your desk, since the concept of a lunch break is a thing of the past. Most people already spend as much as 95% of their day working and eating at their desks, so you’re not alone.

And we have to mention the traditional workspace conference table. Everyone in the office always looks forward to long, drawn out meetings where the only thing on his or her mind is, “What’s for lunch?”

We have to be realistic and know that there are alternatives to adjustable height desks. You may be using one of these options today, go for it! And when you’re tired of being chained to a desk or boxed into a cubicle, check out these non-traditional workspaces, HERE. You may find yourself jumping on the bandwagon sooner than you think.

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