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Desks | Industry Lingo

Laminate
A plastic finish that is applied to a pressed wood core. Laminates are available in a number of different patterns, ranging from woodgrain to color finishes.

Managerial Return
An area mounted to the main work surface at the same height as the work surface. This area is generally used for typing.

Secretarial Return
An area mounted to the main work surface at a lower height to better accommodate typing or work at a computer.

Suspension
Slides that allow shelves or drawers to roll in and out of their cases.

System Furniture
A type of office furniture that can be arranged in different configurations to break up large spaces into many different work areas.

Veneer
A thin slice of wood applied to a pressed wood core. Most wood desks are made with a veneer surface.

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