The new apprentice has already started, but the workspace isn't quite set up yet. If the right office chair or a second desk is still missing, there's often little time to react. In this article, we'll show why used furniture is the fastest and most practical solution in situations like these.
When the apprentice arrives before the furniture
When preparing for a new apprentice, a lot of attention is focused on contract formalities, orientation plans, and internal arrangements. The actual workspace sometimes takes a back seat, until it becomes apparent shortly before the start date that there is still no desk or suitable office chair available. Depending on the manufacturer, new furniture can have delivery times of several weeks. This rarely aligns with a start date that has already been set.
For trainees in particular, there’s the added factor that workstations are often set up on a temporary basis because it’s unclear how their role within the team will evolve. Investing too much effort in a single workstation can quickly become at odds with actual needs. A used office chair and a matching desk solve this dilemma because they’re available without much lead time and still provide a solid foundation.
Why used furniture in stock Is the fastest solution
The main difference compared to newly ordered furniture is availability. The showroom in Regensdorf has over 50,000 pieces of furniture in stock that can be viewed in person, picked up, or delivered at short notice. There’s no waiting time for production and shipping because the furniture is already on site and has been inspected.
Every piece of used furniture undergoes cleaning and a technical inspection before it is sold. Repairs are made where necessary. The condition ratings specify exactly what condition a piece of furniture is in, so there are no surprises. For a workspace that needs to be set up quickly, this is a clear advantage over ordering new furniture, where it takes weeks to see what actually arrives.
What a Workplace for Newcomers really needs
A workstation for a new trainee doesn’t have to be lavishly equipped, but a few basics should be in place. A height-adjustable desk and an office chair with an adjustable backrest are often all that’s needed to get started. More important than the range of equipment is that the workstation is functional from the start and doesn’t need to be retrofitted during the first few weeks.
How to effectively plan an individual workstation depends on the space, the type of work, and the team structure. To get started quickly, it’s enough to focus on the two key elements—the desk and the chair—and add the rest later as needed.
Set up on short notice, but still with a clear conscience
Used furniture isn’t just a solution when you’re pressed for time—it also conserves resources. A newly manufactured office chair generates up to 72 kg of CO2, while a refurbished, secondhand chair produces virtually no additional emissions. So if you choose used furniture for your new workspace, you don’t have to compromise between speed and responsibility. In this case, the two can be easily combined.
An empty room on Friday doesn't have to be a problem. With furniture available directly from the warehouse, you can often set up a functional workspace in just a few days without compromising on quality or attention to detail.