About 42 percent of the U.S. labor force is now working from home full-time and that number shows no sign of dwindling any time soon. Ensure you are working from home efficiently and comfortably with these 10 must have products.
10 Work From Home Essentials:
Ergonomic Office Chair
FlexFit Hyken Mesh Back Fabric Task Chair
It's been nearly a year of working from home - are you still using a makeshift office chair during work hours? Upgrade and relax knowing you can get work done while sitting comfortably. This task chair's contoured mesh back channels cool air towards your body for comfort on hot afternoons, while the synchro-tilt automatically adjusts the reclining resistance. Meeting ANSI/BIFMA standards for performance and safety, the integrated lumbar curves along your back, letting you maintain proper posture while the waterfall padded seat cushions to prevent fatigue on long workdays.
Standing Desk Converter
V
ersa Desk PowerPro 36"W Adjustable Riser
Focus on your health and turn your regular work from home desk into a standing desk by using this electric sit-to-stand desktop converter. The push-button design raises and lowers the desk quietly as needed, and it holds up to 80 pounds, which accommodates most computers or standard office machines. If you're trying to create a full office experience at home, this Versa Tables VersaDesk PowerPro sit-stand desktop has integrated grommets for attachments.
Filing Cabinet
Staples 2-Drawer Vertical File Cabinet, 22"D
Get your home office organized and keep important documents stored securely inside this black vertical file cabinet, which features a core removable lock system. The two spacious drawers accommodate letter-size hanging file folders for flexible filing options, and precision ball-bearing glides ensure smooth opening and closing. This two-drawer file cabinet comes fully assembled for quick, simple setup.
Label Maker
DYMO LabelWriter, 450 Desktop Label Printer
Print out everything to keep your files and WFH space organized with this DYMO LabelWriter thermal print label maker. Thermal print technology delivers high-quality results without the need for special inks and toners, while the conveniently compatible setup lets you print from Microsoft Word and Outlook, Mac Address Book, and other software programs. Boasting a compact size, this DYMO LabelWriter fits neatly on your desk or in a storage drawer.
Surge Protector
Fellowes Mighty 8-Outlet Surge Protector, 6' Cord
There never seem to be enough outlets for electronic devices when working from home. Now there is! The orientation and positioning of eight outlets in this Fellowes surge protector accommodate up to five adapters and fit within small spaces. Keep computers, printers, and other equipment safe from power spikes with this black surge protector. A catastrophic fuse prevents damage if the circuit is impaired, and EMI and RFI interference is filtered to avoid data loss and enhance performance. All while devices are shielded from up to 1300 joules.
Pens
Sharpie S-Gel Retractable Gel Pen
The power of Sharpie is now in a gel pen with the Sharpie S-Gel. With no smear, no bleed technology and bold, best-in-class ink, this Sharpie pen delivers always-vivid writing. It’s a high-performance gel pen with a sleek, professional look and the contoured rubber grip makes for comfortable writing during any task. Available in multiple point sizes, barrel finishes and gel ink colors, Sharpie S-Gel offers a smooth writing experience perfect for homes, schools, or offices.
Printer
HP OfficeJet Pro Wireless Color All-in-One Printer
Print your important documents from home. The HP OfficeJet Pro 9015e delivers faster printing, custom mobile shortcuts, automatic two-sided scanning, and includes $150 of added value with HP+. Access 6 months of free ink delivered by Print Plans built on Instant Ink, an extended 2-year HP warranty, and advanced HP Smart app features. HP Office Jet also boast faster printing with up to 22 pages per minute black and 18 pages per minute color.
Sanitizers
Purell Advanced Gel Hand Sanitizer, Clean Scent
A well known staple during the COVID-19 pandemic, PURELL hand sanitizer is proven to kill 99.99 percent of most common germs that may cause illness. With a blend of four moisturizers, PURELL hand sanitizer is perfect for frequent use. The mild formulation is free of parabens, phthalates, preservatives and harsh ingredients, so it does not dry out or irritate skin.
Whiteboard
Post-it Flex Write Surface, The Permanent Marker Whiteboard Surface
Quickly transform your work surface into a whiteboard, simply unroll, peel and stick. No dry erase paint needed. Post-it® Flex Write Surface allows you the flexibility to instantly transform your work surface into a whiteboard, simply unroll, peel and stick. Now use dry erase AND permanent markers. Permanent marker wipes away with water. No chemicals needed.
Snacks
Get that nutritious boost you need to get through the day with a supply of these tasty nut mixes. This box contains eight bags of Mango Pineapple trail mix, eight bags of Sweet 'n Spicy mix and eight bags of Yogurt Apple nut mix. The convenient 1.5-ounce and 1.75-ounce bags of Kar's variety pack make them easy to portion out.
While transitioning to working from home may have been an initial adjustment for many professionals, make sure your space is comfortable, functional and fully stocked with these products to effectively work from home now.
