Buying used office desks is one of the fastest ways to furnish an office without paying new-furniture prices or waiting weeks for a factory order. The catch is that "used" covers everything from a lightly handled designer desk to a piece that has been through three moves. This page walks you through the desk types we carry, how to read a condition grade, and how delivery and setup are quoted.
Desk types at a glance
Most offices need a mix. A private office might want an executive desk, a tight interior room might need a corner unit, and a busy team area often runs best on L-shaped desks with a return. Start with the job each person does, then pick the shape.
| Desk type | Best for | Space it needs | Learn more |
|---|---|---|---|
| L-shaped desk | Dual monitors, paperwork plus computer, reception | Two walls or an open corner with room for a chair to swing | Used L-shaped desks |
| Corner desk | Small offices, home-office style rooms, shared nooks | A single corner, often the smallest footprint | Used corner desks |
| Executive desk | Leadership offices, client meetings across the desk | A full private office with guest seating | Used executive desks |
| Workstation desk | Open plan teams, call centers, hoteling | Repeating footprint such as 6'x6' pods | Used cubicles and workstations |
Designer lines, sold independently
We sell pre-owned furniture from lines such as Herman Miller, Steelcase, Knoll, Haworth, Humanscale, Teknion, Allsteel, Kimball, AIS and Friant. Office Station is an independent reseller, not an authorized dealer for any of these manufacturers. In practice that means two things for you.
- Price. You pay pre-owned pricing on commercial-grade construction that was built to last in a corporate office.
- Warranty. Manufacturer warranties generally do not transfer to pre-owned furniture, so you should judge each desk on its grade and on what you see, not on a factory warranty.
Inventory changes as furniture comes and goes, so specific models and finishes are not always in stock. If you need a matched set, tell us the count early.
How condition grades work
Every desk is graded so you can match quality to the room. A client-facing office and a back-room workstation do not need the same finish.
| Grade | What it means | Where it fits |
|---|---|---|
| A | Like new | Executive suites, reception, conference-facing offices |
| B | Very good | Most private offices and team areas |
| C | Good | Training rooms, storage-heavy roles, budget builds |
What to check before you buy a used desk
Whether you are looking at a desk in person or reviewing photos, run through this list.
- Surface. Look at edges and corners, where laminate and veneer chip first.
- Frame and leveling. Legs and panels should be square, with leveling glides present.
- Drawers and pedestals. Slides should run smoothly, and ask whether keys are included for locking pedestals.
- Cable management. Grommets, troughs and modesty panels save a lot of cord mess later.
- Dimensions. Confirm width, depth and height against your room and doorways, not just the listing.
- Parts count. Returns, bridges and hutches are separate pieces. Make sure every part you need is on the quote.
Lead times by tier
How fast you get desks depends on which tier you choose.
- Liquidation-grade: as little as 72 hours when the pieces are in stock.
- Remanufactured: usually 7 to 14 days.
- New: 4 to 6 weeks.
The faster tiers are also the less expensive ones: liquidation-grade and remanufactured desks cost well below new, which adds up across a whole office.
Delivery and installation
Delivery and installation are separate from the furniture, and each appears as its own line on your written quote.
- Delivery: based on your address, building access and the size of the order. Outside Greater Phoenix, freight is quoted per project anywhere in the country.
- Installation: based on how many pieces need assembly, building access and the complexity of the layout. Returns, bridges and hutches take longer than a freestanding desk.
- Electrical: not included. If your desks need power fed through panels or floor boxes, plan for a licensed electrician.
- Space planning: free.
Larger orders are quoted together. Every project is quoted individually, so request a free quote and free space plan.
How ordering works
- Send headcount, room sizes or a floor plan, and the desk types you have in mind.
- Get a free space plan showing sizes and clearances.
- Choose grades and tiers for each area.
- Review a written quote with furniture, delivery and installation broken out.
- Schedule delivery and setup.
If you are also clearing out old furniture to make room, our office furniture liquidation service walks it for free and recommends the best route: resale, a buy, a quote to clear, donation or recycling, or a mix. For more buying advice, browse our guides or the full pre-owned office furniture catalog, and pair your desks with pre-owned office chairs.
Frequently asked questions
Are your used office desks covered by the manufacturer warranty?
Generally no. Office Station is an independent reseller, not an authorized dealer, and manufacturer warranties generally do not transfer to pre-owned furniture. That is why every piece carries a condition grade so you know what you are getting up front.
What do the condition grades mean?
Grade A is like new, Grade B is very good, and Grade C is good. Grade A suits client-facing rooms, Grade B fits most open offices, and Grade C is the budget choice where light wear does not matter.
How much does delivery cost?
Delivery is quoted with your project, based on your address, building access and the size of the order. Outside Greater Phoenix, freight is quoted per project anywhere in the country.
Can you help me figure out which desks fit my space?
Yes. Space planning is free. Send your floor plan or rough room dimensions and headcount, and the layout comes back with desk sizes and clearances before you commit to anything.
Do desk prices include installation?
No. Electrical, delivery and professional installation are separate from the furniture. Installation is quoted with your project as its own line, so you see the full cost in writing.
