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The Marshmallow sofa

Tuesday, June 16th, 2009

The Marshmallow sofa was designed by George Nelson and Irving har[er and originally produced by Herman Miller the giant US based office furniture manufacturer.  Originally the cushions were presented by an inventor who had found a low cost way of producing them but the idea to use them as a sofa didn’t come to mind immediately. The sofa consists of 18 round cushions that appear to float on a steel frame. There are a number of stunning colours available although the sofa is equally compelling in a plain colour. The cushions are also detachable this enables the owner to spread wear by redistributing the cushions and if multi colours are used to create a totally new design. Often considered quirky and an early Pop Art classic the sofa is a favourite in many modern reception schemes. We have also specified the Marshmallow sofa for a number of executive suites.
Please contact us for further information

Victoria and Albert sofas

Saturday, June 13th, 2009

The Victoria and Albert collection is not manufactured in the UK but by Moraso and Italian firm specialising in soft furnishings for the contract market. Designed by Ron Arad the collection was named for an exhibition of his works in the famous London Museum. Ron Arad works at his practice in Hampstead. As with many renowned designers he is also an architect. In the world of furniture he is known for the Rover chair, recycled from car seating as well and tables that are constructed so they appear to be climbing walls. He also recently designed a chandelier for Swarowski that can receive text messages. Ron Arad’s work can also be seen at the Pompidou centre in Paris, The Metropolitan museum of Art in New York and the Vitra design museum in Germany. Moraso supply soft furnishing from many international designers from their factory in Udine near Trieste. Their product shave been sold throughout the world including the Queen Victoria cruise ship, Moorfields Eye hospital in Dubai and the VIP lounge and Amsterdam Airport.

Tub chairs

Friday, May 29th, 2009

The tub chair is now the most common type of office chair found in a reception area and has taken over from the office sofa as the most common form of visitor seating specified for a reception area. One of the main reasons for this is that it defines its own space. People feel less comfortable sitting on a sofa next to s stranger but they are happy to sit in a tub chair even though the spece between them is often the same.
A tub chair is light and can be easily moved to another part of the office for use as an informal conference or break out chair. Many are also available with fold down writing tablets allowing your visitor to use his or hers lap top while they are waiting.
Opportunities to use colourful fabrics, hides and vinyls and also specifying an alternative fabric to the seat and the back permit a design statement that wont cost any extra money. The club tub, our best selling tub chair, also available as a two and three seater sofa is available in a number of colourful vinyl’s at only £99.00

Healthy office sitting

Monday, May 25th, 2009


It may not be the best time for your organisation to invest in new office chairs so here are a few tips to improve your sitting posture.
Sit as upright as possible within 20 to 30 degrees of the vertical plane
Always try and sit with your back against the back of the chair and avoid slouching
Make sure that the centre of the VUD screen is level with your eyes. If you Company won’t invest in computer arms then use books to raise the screen. Looking up or down on the screen will increases strain on the neck muscles Use a larger keyboard to prevent strain to the wrist and try to avoid using a laptop keyboard for the same reason. Get out of your office chair several times a day to stretch your muscles. Ensure your office desk is around elbow height. Make sure your office chair is set so the both feet are flat on floor.
Finally if you have a tight budget then visit our clearance line for the latest bargains in office chairs
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April office furniture sale extended

Saturday, May 2nd, 2009

Due to the overwhelming success of our April sale we have extended the offers until May 15th. The offer includes radial desks and desk height pedestal drawers for only £149.00 delivered from stock in Oak or Beech. Mobile under desk pedestals @ £58.00 and the Colorado reception desk for £247.00. One of the most popular selling items has been the Helsinki black leather sofas with the 2 seater at only £214.00 and the 3 seater @ £299.00. You can download the sales catalogue from our home page. A minimum of 4 items are required to qualify for these sale prices. Mainline UK delivery is free Get you order in today.

Saturn office chair on the clearance line

Saturday, April 18th, 2009

We have nearly sold out of the Saturn faux leather black executive chair. At £33.00 ex VAT including mainland UK delivery this chair is the cheapest executive chair on the internet. Features include padded armrests, tilt mechanism and tilt tension control. Normal lead time is 1-2 days from order and is easily assembled. Don’t loose out on the fantastic value we are offering with this executive office chair.

Educational desks and tables

Monday, April 6th, 2009

We have re-launched our Educational furniture line with the aim of providing classroom furniture on a quick ship basis from reliable sources. Tables are held in stock for a 3-5 day delivery UK mainland. The heavy duty frame is crush bent and delivered assembled and ready to use and finished in light grey epc paint finish. 22mm MDF tops have a bull nose edge for additional protection and are stocked in a beech finish. There are 5 height options available to suit ages from 4 to adult. At the time of writing prices start from £63.00 including delivery to mainland UK. Quantity discounts are available. Please contact our sales office for a firm quotation. These classroom tables comply with the British standards for Educational furniture and are designed for heavy contract use. Please check this line for additional products and offers over the coming weeks

Spring savings on Office furniture

Thursday, April 2nd, 2009

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Our sale for the month of April was launched today. Our catalogue is packed full of bargains and includes corner desks, rectangular desks, desk height and under desk pedestals. A 1600mm corner desk and desk height pedestal is available for only £149.00. Rectangular desks start from £63.00 and under desk pedestals are supplied for only £58.00. Within the sale catalogue you will find other bargains including the Colorado reception  desk at only £287.00 and the boat shaped Elect boardroom table for as little as £129.00. All this furniture is available in three finish options Oak, Maple or Beech from stock for a 7-10 day delivery. In order to quality for free delivery you must order a minimum of 4 items from the catalogue. If you have a shopping list from other areas of the web site and wish to add some of the sale items to it then please contact our sales staff who will gladly supply a quotation for you.
This sale must end on the 30th April so please place your orders with us as soon as possible.

Bookshelves on special offer

Wednesday, March 25th, 2009


There are a number of bookshelves and filing cabinets on our special offer line this week. Impact bookshelves in three heights, 1600mm 1400mm and desk height in Maple or Oak, prices start from only £49.00 ex VAT and include assembly. In a slightly darker beech finish the Prima bookcase is on offer for only £67.00 including installation. This bookcase measures 1800mm high and is 890mm wide. Bookcases from the Maestro budget buster sale in beech or oak are available from only £34.00. This sale is due to end at the end of March. These bookcases are delivered flat packed. On the special offer line we also have the Supreme wooden 4 drawer filing cabinet in beech for only £179.00. Alternatively OB filing cabinets with are available on a 2 week lead time in Beech, Oak or Maple can be purchased from only £154.00. OB filing cabinets feature heavy duty runners abnd the drawers have a maximum load capacity of 35kgs. As with all the products on the Office Reality web site delivery is free and all items are priced Ex VAT. Please contact us for further information

Maestro office furniture clearance sale

Saturday, March 7th, 2009

Maestro office desks super sale
We have launched a sale of desks, office cupboards and chairs available from stock in beech or oak finish. These giveaway prices are subject to availability and supplies are moving fast!!!. Desk tops are 25mm thick and are from Glass 1 MFC and meet UK regulations for the manufacture of office furniture. The desks have the option of a H frame metal leg, Cantilever leg or side panel. The metal legs are manufactured fro m 16 gauge steel and are 40x 25mm box section. The standard colour is graphite grey. Pedestals or drawer unit can be desk suspended, under desk mobile or desk height and there is also a choice of drawer configurations. Normal delivery for this office furniture is 7-10 working days and there is a minimum order requirement of 4 items from the Maestro sale catalogue 

Pleease contact us with your order before it is too late!