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Working from home is the new normal for a huge number of us now – but many of us have yet to really have the time to consider how we tackle the sticky issue of finding a dedicated space, just for ourselves, away from other members of the family who are also working – or studying – at home. 

But it's not just about finding space – the other factor is not wanting to be able to even see the office paraphernalia at the end of the day. It just makes it so much harder to switch off, right? 

So if you don't have a separate room with a door you can close at 5.30pm, it's time to get creative with your home office ideas. But stylishly – and these hidden desk ideas are H&G's favorite ways to do so.

Hidden desk ideas

Your home office setup may not be ideal. Perhaps it's in a kitchen, bedroom, living room or just on your knees. It may be small – or perhaps you have a large dedicated space, but within an open-plan room? 

Whichever – you will find these hidden desk ideas really, really useful. It's all about disguising the workspace in downtime, whether you close a door or just a lid.

1. Hide a desk behind a sofa

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Console tables behind sofas aren't a new way to create hidden desk ideas but even small ones like this are a clever way to allow you to work in a shared space. Another reason this room by TG Studio works is that the sweeping windowsill is the perfect space to fan out paperwork while you work, while creating a sculptural display surface while you're not.

2. Build a hidden desk into little used floor space

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This extraordinarily clever idea by Thomas Griem's London-based TG Studio shows how work can be carried out in the smallest of spaces if you're creative. This built-in, slide out desk surface offers plenty of work surface space and storage beneath, with very little impact on the floor space. 

'You don't need a lot of space,' says George Saumarez Smith, partner at ADAM Architecture in London. 'My office is 2.9m x 1.8m, and is a kind of nerve center for work. It stops work taking over the home.'

And, of course, with the idea above, when home working stops and you return to the office, this storage and desk space can be easily repurposed as clothes' storage and as a dressing table, with make up and jewelry hidden beneath.

3. Hide a desk under the stairs

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Desks hidden beneath staircases can be really successful if they're subtly done. Yes, you can have units fitted to include storage and to match your staircase's intricate woodwork, but we like this simple contemporary approach, where a niche is cut out, painted and adorned with nothing more than a beautiful piece of wood. This approach keeps the space streamlined and visually uncluttered, perfect for a narrow space.

4. Use a bedroom alcove for a hidden desk

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Bedroom alcoves are the perfect spot for hidden desks – small desks like this one being perfect for letter writing, laptop work and. .. just, quiet time, while armoires with pull-out desktops can combine storage for paperwork or clothes to suit your needs.

When contemplating a home office scheme, function  –  such as storage  –  must be central to your design, but does not have to be visually dominant. Choosing an eye-catching focus, such as a statement office chair or a beautiful antique desk, even a work of art, will distract from the room’s purpose and make it feel as considered as a living space. 

5. Turn a showpiece antique into a hidden desk

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If aesthetics are important and your only option is a freestanding piece, why settle for a conventional desk and run-of-the-mill office storage when an extraordinary piece of furniture can be adapted perfectly well to suit your needs?

This hidden desk space was created by Melissa Hamilton of Chelsea-based Studio Indigo . 'For this scheme, we wanted to create a private study for the owner of the house,' says Melissa, who chose a warm, neutral wall color to set off the deep, rich shades of the furniture. 'It takes the form of a delicately hand-painted chinoiserie bureau in the master bedroom suite...[a] much loved antique found on [the owners'] travels.'

Although only used for correspondence, it's easy to appreciate how much storage there is available to hold everything needed for a small home office. Melissa is also at pains to point out that when a study area is included in another space, such as a bedroom, it is crucial to factor in how it will impact the wider scheme. 'Even when this desk is not in use, it is a very aesthetically pleasing arrangement,' she says.

6. Divide an open plan space with doors

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If your existing office is part of an open plan layout and you simply can’t get the peace and quiet you desire, then consider closing off the end you are working in with doors. 

Sliding doors take up less space than hinged designs and if you choose ones that are full of character they will add a design statement as well as being practical.  

Painting the office area in a darker more dramatic shade also zones it and makes it clear that it has a purpose compared to the rest of the scheme. 

7. Hide a desk inside fitted wardrobes

2LG Studio was founded by creative duo, Jordan Cluroe and Russell Whitehead. They design bold and beautiful residential and commercial interiors and naturally, their home is the epitome of cool and colorful design. 

‘This is our home studio space; we live and work from here so it has to work hard for both of us. By day all the doors are open to our sample library and computers and by night we can tuck it all away neatly, close the doors and entertain,' says Jordan. 

They chose a dramatic shade of electric blue for the interior which pops perfectly with the Floor Story rug that blends perfectly when the doors are open. 

8. Reconsider windowless spaces you'd dismissed

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Have a look around your home with fresh eyes – where is there spare space that you had previously dismissed as unsuitable, perhaps because it had no natural light? It may even currently be an enclosed cupboard with a stud wall that you can remove – or the back half of a long kitchen/diner and living space.

Rather than setting up the space as desk only, go broken plan, with glazed interior walls – and door – that allow natural light in, but keep noise from others out. 

For this homework station, architect Chantal Michelin of Flower Michelin natural light was borrowed from a glazed extension. This smart space includes a desk that slides in to allow access to the cupboards below, thereby increasing storage possibilities. Plugs, the router and cabling are all hidden within the cupboards, along with a small printer. 

9. Pick mirrored furniture to make your desk disappear

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You've heard the phrase 'smoke and mirrors' and that is precisely the trick you can resort to if you are hiding a desk in a bedroom. 

Elegant mirrored furniture, kept tidy and used carefully, will look beautiful, enhance your bedroom and won't take up visual space where you either want to disguise a study area – or in a small home office that relies on as much clever furnishing as possible.  

And, of course, in a bedroom, a neat mirrored desk, like this Versailles desk by Oka , will look more like a pretty dressing table than a workhorse.

10. Invest in a purpose-built, standalone home office

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This all-in-one option by The Dormy House is the very quickest way to create a hidden desk. 

Doors closed, it looks like a smart piece of furniture – and you can have it painted and choose door furniture to suit your scheme. Doors open, and it's a perfectly functional small home office. 

The clever bit is that the doors are double hinged so they can wrap around the sides and you can use them as a pinboard too. It comes with adjustable shelving, pull out shelves and the standard hole to hide all your wires. Storage underneath is key, so look for a design that gives you enough space for a printer and stationery. 

How can I hide a desk in my living room?

Desks can be hidden in living rooms in a number of ways. The least obvious way to hide a desk is by placing it behind another piece of furniture, such as at the back of a sofa – this work particularly well in open plan spaces. Another option is to put a desk into a living room alcove – within an armoire is the best way to hide it but choose one with a light finish to ensure it doesn't look bulky. You can also hide a desk in a living room by using a screen to pull across it when not in use.

Sophie has been an interior stylist and journalist for over 20 years and has worked for many of the main interior magazines during that time, both in-house and as a freelancer. On the side, as well as being the News Editor for indie magazine, 91, she trained to be a florist in 2019 and launched The Prettiest Posy where she curates beautiful flowers for modern weddings and events. For H&G, she writes features about interior design – and is known for having an eye for a beautiful room.

25 Creative Hideaway Desk Ideas For an Epic Space Efficiency

If you are a remote worker, a proper workspace at home is such an essential feature. It will boost your creativity, prevent distraction or even back pain in the long term.

The best desk should work both ergonomic and aesthetically pleasing at the same time to make a statement to the house.

The hideaway desk must be the best solution for your needs. It could be foldable or a pull-out desk, which you can hide the desk when it is unused.

We have compiled the best hideaway desk ideas to light up your inspiration.

See the list down below:

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Rustic Style Never Fails

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This desk could turn into an invisible working space when it is unused and back into a cupboard. And when you pull out the chair, it works as a proper working space.

The number of drawers lets you store all of your stuff properly and keep your desk looks tidy and clean. Let the natural texture of the wood be exposed, along with its natural color. It offers you a rustic appearance, which is complemented by the galvanized drawer handles.

The Compact Furniture

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You will love how this compact feature in your living space works. It works functionally as a working space when you open up the doors. And when you have finished using it, it turns into a black cupboard.

This hideaway desk is a smart solution if you have to deal with the limited space in your house.

It could accommodate the printer, CPU, monitor, and some shelves for the other stuff. So you can save more space that makes your house feels wider.

Hideaway Desk For Teen

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It is the other hideaway desk you need to consider to organize all of the stuff in one place. This hideaway desk contains a desk, along with the chair beneath the desk.

Add more shelves over the desk to organize all of the stationary and the books in place.

It looks full of stuff yet still tidy since you arrange them as well on the baskets. You will need a light installation to ensure the hideaway desk works properly.

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Floating Hideaway Desk

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You will need this slender floating desk if your space is not that big. This feature is all you need, which can hold your stuff, and works as the working space.

When it is unused and closed, it looks like a floating shelf. And when you pull the door, the hinges will hold the door and turns it into a foldable laptop desk.

It is complemented by some shelves where you can bring some decorative pieces to prevent the boring look.

The Minimalist Design

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For a spacious look in your house, the minimalist style of the furniture would be a great solution. Besides being minimalist, it should be versatile at the same time.

This hideaway is attached to the wall, which creates a natural accent. It looks good with the wooden slats that create attractive linings. It contains two open shelving over the cabinet.

You can maximize the space into a showcase for your decorative pieces. Meanwhile, the cabinet has a folded door, which works as a desk when you open it. There are some spaces inside the cabinet to organize your stuff.

Maximize The Space In The Corner

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Maximize the small space in the corner of your house and make it into a working space. It would be perfect if you want to minimize the distraction.

With the vertical installation system, you can accommodate the stuff in this small space in your house. You can store the book collections on the shelves.

Install the electric plugs on the cabinet will help everything looks tidy and clean. And when the desk is unused, it looks like a bookshelf in the corner of your house.

Mount-It On The Wall

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Free up space in your house by installing the wall-mounted shelf. This hidden desk is a crucial thing, which is worth having. It is the best answer if you want to keep your room looks minimalist with less furniture.

With this hideaway desk, you can use your laptop and work properly here. No worries, the belts will hold the table desk strongly. Also, the shelves will organize some of your essential stuff as well. Complement it with the hooks where you can hang some of your stuff.

Folded Hideaway Desk

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One of the perks of having this multifunction desk is that you only need less space to place this kind of amazing furniture. This fold-out desk works to maximize the limited space in your house.

The mango wood offers you sturdy and durable wood. Also, the natural color and the natural texture look good, needless to paint.

The hidden storage compartments will uplift the value of the desk since it has more space to organize the stationaries you will need.

The Sophisticated Hideaway

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This sleek hideaway desk is a must-have for any workspace. Not only does it look great in the corner of your room, but this system can also slide out and provide you with extra workspace when needed!

This pullout sliding workstation gives off an elegant yet sophisticated vibe. The combination of white subway tiles paired up nicely against dark brown wood trimming around each side. It creates a perfect feature with all the aesthetical touches and functions.

Mid Century Hideaway Desk Ideas

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This hideaway desk is a smart option to decorate your house with a simple design. It offers you a functional workspace so that you can work in style at home.

The folded system makes it easy to store when it is not being used. The eucalyptus solid wood material has a beautiful pattern. Hence, you only need to cover it in a water-based Acorn finish.

Arrange the books on the smaller space in the desk vertically. Use the super simple knob. It looks way better to keep it simply elegant.

White Hideaway Desk

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For a brighter and wider feel in your space, the light tone is such a must. It works the same way for the furniture surrounding it, which plays a role in making a spacious room.

Also, the more you add the shelves, the more you can organize your stuff. Open up the doors and sliding the tray will make it works as a working space. But once it is closed and unused, it looks like a common cupboard.

Contemporary Hideaway Desk Ideas

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This smart space saves feature is everything that you need. It takes up very little room but provides endless benefits.

The pattern looks gorgeous in the dark wood finishing. And when you pull out the knobs, it turns into a beneficial chair and allows you to work stylishly at home ergonomically.

Those who have to work remotely need this kind of feature in the house. There is no more problem of spending time for hours every day looking at the screens.

Pull It Out

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This pullout system is worth applying to the desk in your house. It would be a perfect working space and a perfect cupboard right after you push it back when you have finished using it.

It is a versatile feature that is perfect to avoid the narrow feel in your space, especially if you don’t have any spacious area. The modern ambiance will start appearing that will update the style of your house.

Double Hideaway Desk Ideas

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Having a hidden workspace is one of the simplest ways to deal with the limited space in your house. It works to prevent the narrow feel. Other than that, it is such a good option if you need more privacy.

Instead of adding new space in your house to make a cubicle, try maximizing the space under the floating cabinet. The downside of this hidden desk is the foldable door, which consumes a little more space, which might affect the next cubicle.

Make It Out Of The Box

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The rectangular and square hidden desk is too common. Try something different that makes an update to your house.

Sticking this rounded desk on the wall is such a smart and effective way to save your space. The foldable desk could make the wall-mounted cabinet turn into a useful desk and back into a cabinet when it is unused.

The cubies will accommodate your stuff. Also, create a cabinet under the desk. It would be way more useful to store your book collections or stationaries.

IKEA Hideaway Desk

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If you are into a practical and minimalist design, this hideaway desk is for you.
Needless work and money to spend, this desk is easy to install and also affordable.

When it is unused, it is just a slender shelf mounted on the wall. And if you are going to make it more useful, it could turn into a workspace.

The clear lacquered surface offers you an easy way to clean, which is resistant to liquids, food stains, scratches, and heat.

Farmhouse Hideaway Desk

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Maybe you don’t have a spacious area in your room, or maybe it is not suitable for working. It is not a big deal since this storage comes to solve your problem.

With the shelves and the keyboard tray inside the storage, you can put the PC in.
You can simply keep it out of sight, yet it still works the same way as the common working space does. With the light paint, it takes part in infusing the farmhouse style.

Bring The Traditional Style

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The detail of this cabinetry infuses a traditional ambiance. It automatically makes the space in your house feel warm and inviting while also making it look like you’ve got everything under control with its sleek lines that are as beautiful on top as they come elegantly from below!

The foldable door installation is one clever design feature you will love. Not only does it provide easy access for storage when needed, but it also creates an incredible hidden desk underneath without any unsightly jutting out into view.

Dark Oak Hideaway Desk Ideas

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Without spending much money and taking up the space in your house, this dark oak desk will be the perfect fit for your home office. It is an excellent solution for those who have limited space or update the available space into a good-looking one.

These shelf units come in a choice of sizes, so you can match them up to suit your requirements. And since the finish is all-natural looking without being shiny like some other woods might appear, it won’t distract from anything else around here.

Hideaway PC Desk

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It is kind of frustrating to have limited space. Sometimes it gets worse when you have lots of stuff to organize. Install the folded door on the upper part of the cabinet that will make a sturdy table.

This hidden desk is complemented by a hole that is specifically made for cables and preventing any snags. With the advantages of this hideaway desk, it must be on your list while looking for the best feature for your living space.

Hideaway Cabinet Computer Desk

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When the space in your house is too small, and you need extra space for working, try this hack.

This cabinet gives you a useful innovation that will solve all of those problems with the organization at once. A 180-degree hinge binds the door to assure that it is completely out of the way when working at the computer.

The cabinets below the television are designed to hide all media equipment. Wires are corralled into a single hidden grommet behind the TV that avoids the messy cord.

Hideaway Sliding Desk

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One of the advantages of using a sliding system is that you can maximize the space in your house as well.

It could be a cool working space when you spend more time working at home, which many people find themselves doing these days with our modern technology everywhere we go.

There is the main desk and followed by the hidden desk underneath. The desks are complemented by the drawers, which makes the desk way sturdier.

Simple Is Better

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Organize your files and so the stationaries on this magical desk that will keep them out of sight. Not just a place to organize your files and stuff, you can also make a cabinet a workstation.

This desk is good for the laptop instead of the PC since you have to provide a shelf for the keyboard. The clean and tidy space will be yours that take part to make the room feels way more spacious. Placing the small cacti would be great for a fresher ambiance.

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Bring All Your Stuff Here

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This all-in-one desk is the perfect solution for any space. For space efficiency, it provides some cubbies inside and the pull-out trays below that can be used as extra storage or just set off whatever desktop arrangement takes one’s fancy.

This working station is perfect for the space in the corner of your room. The natural light and the wide and fresh sight outside also offer you a relaxing atmosphere, which is great for your working time. Add the decorative piece to your desk for an artistic touch.

Close The Door And Hide It

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Get creative with your wardrobe and make a hideaway desk. It will be a perfect solution if you are trying to avoid the distraction while working.

With the plenty of shelves inside the cabinet, organize all those things that need their own places in order not to clutter up your space.

You don’t need to add an unsightly new desk that will leave more floor space that makes your room feels spacious. Also, the white background is the best option that avoids the narrow feel.

That is the list of hideaway desk ideas that can be your consideration while looking for the inspiration for dealing with the space in your house. The right setup will update the space, which also gives you a comfy space to work.

5 ways to hide a large dining table in the interior

If you want to gather a lot of friends for dinner, but there is simply nowhere to put a massive table - you can hide it! All kinds of transforming tables combine compactness and functionality: when folded they do not take up much space, when disassembled they allow each guest to comfortably accommodate.

1 Cabinet with top

A small cabinet with a folding top, located in the living room, can serve as both a sideboard for dishes and a table for lunch or dinner. The solution is not only compact, but also convenient: to set the table, you do not have to carry plates from the kitchen. On sale you can find ready-made solutions for shelving or sideboards with countertops, or you can order built-in furniture according to your size.

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2 Convertible console

A decorative console that normally holds a table lamp, books and other decor, turns into a comfortable table for 4-8 people in just a few minutes. The only problem remains with the storage of chairs - so that they also do not take up much space, choose stackable models. Then it will be convenient to place a “stack” of chairs, for example, on a balcony. Or in an empty corner of the room.

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3 Panel on the wall

The worktop is attached directly to the wall. In this case, you can choose 2 options:

The folding part of the panel can serve as a leg (for paintings and mirrors, it also replaces the baguette). There are also models with a separate underframe, which is stored in a closet, on a balcony, in a sofa.

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4 Functional podium

Podium structures are used for more than just beds. With proper design, you can hide the countertop inside, which will rise by 30-40 centimeters. You don't have to buy chairs: you can sit directly on the podium itself. And when the table is removed, a mattress is placed on a flat surface or light furniture is placed.

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5 Kitchen set

In spacious kitchens, where it is possible to leave a “space” in the set, the dining table is pushed directly under the countertop. If necessary, it can be easily pulled out and placed in the center of the room. And when there are few guests, the table can not be moved. This option is suitable for both folding and conventional models.

Kitchen "hidden" tables can also be located in the island or be part of a set - for example, built under the work surface. There are also tables in cabinets or drawers - but they are small, designed for 2-3 people.

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Ideas for the home: how to hide wires

August 6, 2016 DIY

Unfortunately, wireless technology has not yet become commonplace in offices and homes. So, in the near future, a bunch of annoying wires on the table will not go anywhere. Here are some tips to help you get rid of the mess and hide the cables from prying eyes.

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1. Hide the extension cord with chargers in the box

The extension cord with chargers constantly gets in the way on the table or under your feet, collects a lot of dust, and looks unaesthetic. Dealing with this problem is very simple: take a nice box, make a few holes in it and hide all the wires and cables there.

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There are also off-the-shelf solutions, such as Quirky's Plug Hub. This is a box made of hard plastic with a rubberized bottom. There are three holes on the top for cables, and inside there are three fasteners, on which you can wrap extra long cords. Plug Hub can be placed on the floor or mounted on the wall.

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2. Fasten the wires under the tabletop

To secure the wires and extension under the table, you will need binders and screws (they must be at least a quarter of the thickness of the table top in length, otherwise they will go through and the table will be damaged). First of all, fix the extension under the table top, preferably in the middle of the table or closer to the wall. Then fix the binders in the right places with screws. Connect everything you need to the extension cord and assemble the wires with clamps. Visually, the table has become much cleaner and neater.

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There is an easier option if you don't need to hide a lot of wires. This will require a construction stapler. To prevent the long wire from the lamp from dangling under your feet, carefully fasten it with paper clips at the table leg. A small extension can also be fixed with paper clips. For thicker wires, it is better to use special clamps (for example, these).

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Do you like staplers? Regular zip ties will do. Secure the cable to the table leg with cable ties. The wires that run along the floor can be covered with plastic or a plank to match the color of the floor. The extension can be fastened under the tabletop using a wide Velcro: fix it with screws on the back of the tabletop, and then attach the extension. To keep the wires from dangling under the table, run them through cable ducts - these can be purchased at any hardware store. You can fix the channels themselves with electrical tape or a regular plaster.

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3. Organize the storage of cables

to get rid of the wires will help their proper organization. To get started, collect cords from phones, a player, a game console, and tablets around the house. Then take the boxes (preferably prettier), place cardboard dividers inside them, sign the place for each cable (so as not to get confused later) and lay everything out neatly. To avoid tangling the wires themselves, use ordinary ties.

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If the wires don't bother you, you can simply attach a label to each one to make it easier to distinguish them. For example:

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4. Keep all necessary wires handy

Not all cables we can hide in a box: we need some of them almost constantly. The solution is simple: mount them on the edge of your desktop so that you can reach out and connect the device to the right wire if necessary. Sugru will help us with this - plasticine-rubber and one of the most indispensable things in the household. Don't believe? Then watch our video.

Roll the Sugru into small balls and place on the table support. Then, with a clerical knife, remove some plasticine (carefully, try not to deform the balls much). Life hack: to prevent plasticine from sticking to the blade, pre-rinse it with soapy water. Then adjust the shape a little with a sushi stick or a toothpick to get neat hollows (they should be slightly wider than your wires). Everything is ready, you can fix the cables.

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There is an option for those who know how to work with wood. A small block with holes will help organize all the wires on the desktop.

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