Desk Monitor Mounts: What Are the Benefits & Do I Need One For My Office Space?

How you set up your office space greatly impacts your performance and your level of satisfaction with your job. The right workstation arrangement can boost your confidence, productivity, and happiness. A less-than-ideal setup can cause frustration, make it difficult to accomplish tasks, and possibly be detrimental to your health. If you are looking to improve your office, it may be a good idea for you to consider adding a desk monitor mount to your workstation. Let’s discuss everything you need to know about desk monitor mounts. 

Can you mount a monitor to your desk?

With the right equipment, you can mount a monitor to your desk. 

The Video Electronics Standards Association (VESA) defines the standards for mounting computer monitors, screens, and other types of flat panel displays. The VESA monitor mount standards describe the size and type of screws needed to attach the mount and the monitor, the screw hole pattern on the back monitor, and the weight capacity of the mount. Many computer monitors are VESA compliant. Some monitors have VESA-compliant holes hidden underneath their own stands or mounts. Other monitors, like the ones made by Apple, are not VESA compatible but can become VESA compatible with the appropriate adapters. Refer to your monitor’s user guide for more information about VESA compatibility. 

The other factor in a monitor mount solution is the desk. The ways in which desk mounts attach to desks vary. Most mounts utilize a clamp to securely attach to the desk. Make sure you choose a monitor mount with a clamp or other type of attachment apparatus that is appropriate for your desk. 

Do I need a desk monitor mount for my office space?

 

 

To determine whether or not you need a desk monitor mount for your office space, assess the following criteria:

 

• Are you satisfied with your level of productivity? If you want to be more productive, a desk monitor mount may be helpful.
• Are you happy with your job? If you would like to feel better about the work you do, a desk monitor mount can improve your workstation set-up and contribute to greater feelings of work enjoyment.
• Do you want to free up desk space? If so, a desk monitor mount is a great solution.
• Are you suffering from neck pain or eye strain? If so, a desk monitor mount can improve the ergonomics of your workstation.
• Are you tired of slouching at the computer all day? Mounting your monitor to the desk can encourage you to improve your posture.
•  Do you want to be able to easily and securely make adjustments to the position of your monitor? If so, you need a desk monitor mount. 

Where should a monitor mount be placed on a desk?

 

 

For the most ergonomic position, place your monitor on your desk so that:

 

• The top of the screen is at or just below eye level.
• The monitor is an arms-length distance away from your eyes, approximately 20 inches.
• The screen is tilted back 10-20 degrees if you do not wear bifocal glasses and 30-45 degrees if you do wear bifocal glasses. 

Benefits of a Desk Monitor Mount

 

Clears Desk Space

A desk monitor mount elevates your screen above your desk so that you can enjoy the clear space or utilize the extra surface area for other purposes. 

Improve Efficiency of Work

Desk monitor mounts make it easier to view your work on a large screen or even utilize multiple screens. 

Reduce Neck Pain

A desk monitor mount allows you to customize the position and tilt of the screen so that it is perfect for you. The days of bending your neck to look at a screen are over. 

Prevent Eye Strain

A desk monitor mount allows you to position your screen at the ideal distance and angle from your eyes. This can alleviate eye strain from looking too closely at the screen or suffering through a glare. 

Flexibility to Sit and Stand

If you have a sit-to-stand desk, you need a desk monitor mount to ensure your screen is in the proper position for you at all times. Only desk monitor mounts provide the adjustability that is needed for this type of arrangement. 

Increase Focus

A desk monitor mount that positions your screen or screens in the ideal location creates a more immersive and less distracting work environment for you. 

Improve Posture

Sitting or standing at your desk with your screen in the wrong position will prompt you to slouch, lean, or hunch over. A desk monitor mount can be adjusted to the optimal position for your body so that you can work with good posture. Good posture not only looks nice, it is good for your health!

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