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Working from home is not going away soon, so
you should consider upgrading your workspace. To upgrade your home office, you don’t need to break the bank as you can
reuse many items already in your home. With a small budget, you can create a
conducive working environment in your apartment or townhouse. Here are the ways
you can upgrade your workspace on a budget, presented by Capell Flooring and Interiors.
Use Your
TV as an External Monitor
A small screen size can hurt your productivity, so upgrading to something bigger could make
your work easier. If you have a small laptop screen, you don’t need to buy an
external monitor as your TV can work just perfectly. You need an HDMI cable, an HDMI adapter, and a wireless keyboard to
create a clean setup that will allow you to complete tasks faster. While some
laptops come with an HDMI port built-in, some new models offer a USB-C adapter
or Mini Display Port. If you want an extra visual workspace, you can use your
TV as the second monitor. Choose the option to extend the screen instead of viewing
on a second monitor. This comes in handy when creating content, as it allows
you to handle all files in the same place.
Add
Plants
Adding plants to your workspace impacts your
mood and productivity. Some of the benefits of office plants include the ability to reduce stress, clean
the air, and increase productivity. Plants make your workspace more attractive.
Seeing greenery and nature promotes calm and can reduce stress, helping you
focus on the tasks before you. You can adopt one or two plants to get a mental
boost. If you have pets, research the plants that are safe for animals. Place some of the plants on shelves out of
your pet’s reach.
Comfortable
Furniture
It’s good to splurge a little on a comfortable
office chair. Because you spend a lot of your time sitting on a chair, it’s a
good investment. Figure out what’s the most comfortable for you. Get a chair
that is supportive and comfortable. Features like height adjustability are good
and ensure there’s enough padding to keep you in good posture. You can buy it
from an office supply store and sit on the chair to know how it feels. If
you’re ordering online, check that the store offers a return policy in case the
item fails to match your expectations. Also, ensure you have a desk that can
accommodate your items, and consider adding storage shelves to your office for
the organization.
Improve
Lighting
Poor lighting can lead to fatigue, eye strain,
stress, accidents, and headaches. Invest in good office lighting for benefits like less drowsiness, improved mood, fewer
mistakes, reduced eye strain, and fewer reports of headaches. If you do zoom
calls, you need a lighting setup that will make you look fabulous. Even a
classic adjustable table lamp will work perfectly in your home office if you
know how to position it. This offers clean lines and flexibility and can help
you focus on tasks.
An upgrade on your lighting system is
recommended if you don’t have natural light. While making improvements, you
should consider changes like your overhead lighting that can boost your property value. This is important if you’re looking to sell
soon. Take before-and-after photos to highlight the changes.
Improving your performance in your home office
can be a matter of adding a few items like better lighting and more comfortable
furniture. These enhancements don’t need to cost a lot as you can find budget
furniture that will work perfectly in your home office.
Your Flooring Consultant, |
Matt Capell Email: sales@capellinteriors.com Phone (208) 288-0151 |
