A desk buried under cables, pens and mugs \u2014 sound familiar? An office often needs little things you won\u2019t find in an ordinary shop, or that cost far more than they should. 3D printing solves this: you can make exactly what you need, in precise sizes, in the right quantity and even with your company logo. In this article we look at the most useful office items worth printing on a 3D printer.<\/p>\n
Cables are the main enemy of a clean workspace. Phone chargers, monitor cables, mice, keyboards \u2014 it all turns into a tangle under the desk. 3D printing offers several practical solutions:<\/p>\n
All of these print beautifully in PLA plastic<\/a> \u2014 it\u2019s strong enough, has no smell and comes in a range of colours to match the office interior.<\/p>\n Workplace ergonomics isn\u2019t a luxury but a necessity. Positioning the screen correctly reduces strain on the neck and eyes. Here\u2019s what you can print:<\/p>\n It raises the screen to eye level and improves the device\u2019s ventilation. Printed in PLA, it can have holes for air circulation and a recess underneath for the keyboard. It\u2019s important to get the tilt angle right \u2014 15\u201320 degrees is usually optimal.<\/p>\n It lifts the monitor by 5\u201310 cm and frees up space underneath for the keyboard, documents or stationery. The structure is printed in several parts and assembled without glue \u2014 with snap fits.<\/p>\n Holds a smartphone upright or sideways. Handy for video calls, checking messages or using the phone as a second screen. You can add a cut-out for the charging cable so the phone charges right on the stand.<\/p>\n It works on the same principle as a phone stand but is designed for more weight and a wider body. Ideal for anyone who uses a tablet as an extra monitor or for reading documents.<\/p>\n Pens, pencils, paper clips, sticky notes, scissors \u2014 they all need a place. Standard plastic pots look dull and don\u2019t always fit. Printed organisers have several advantages:<\/p>\n Such organisers become not just a functional object but part of your corporate style. If you\u2019re interested in similar ideas for the home, we recommend the article 15 useful things for the home printed on a 3D printer<\/a>.<\/p>\n In a modern office practically everyone has headphones. When they\u2019re not in use, they usually end up on the desk or hung on the monitor \u2014 both inconvenient. A printed headphone holder attaches to the edge of the desk, under the desktop or to the wall and takes up minimal space.<\/p>\n Design options:<\/p>\n 3D printing is great for creating corporate accessories:<\/p>\n Compact stands for business cards at reception or on a desk. They can be made in corporate colours with a raised logo. This looks far more solid than standard clear plastic holders.<\/p>\n Name plates for office doors, workstations or zones in a co-working space. Two-colour printing creates contrasting lettering without painting. You can also make desk signs with an employee\u2019s name and job title \u2014 it gives the office a professional look.<\/p>\n It seems like a small thing, but coffee rings on the desk spoil the look of a workspace and damage documents. Printed coasters solve this problem in style:<\/p>\n PLA is perfectly suitable for these items \u2014 it\u2019s safe, releases no harmful substances and withstands the heat of a hot mug without deforming.<\/p>\n For most office accessories, the best choice is PLA plastic<\/strong>. It\u2019s light, strong, comes in dozens of colours and has a smooth surface straight off the printer. For items under more load \u2014 monitor risers, for example \u2014 PETG can be used, as it has higher impact resistance. Read more about the available options on the 3D printing materials<\/a> page.<\/p>\n Branding deserves a separate mention. A logo or company name can be built right into the 3D model \u2014 raised above or recessed into the surface. This lasts much longer than a sticker and looks professional.<\/p>\n The cost of a single office accessory depends on its size and complexity, but it\u2019s usually much less than buying branded equivalents. A set of cable clips, a phone stand, a headphone holder \u2014 each of these prints in a few hours and costs a moderate amount. And if you order a set for the whole office, the savings become even more noticeable.<\/p>\n The main advantage of 3D printing is customisation. Instead of a mass-market product from a shop, you get something made for your specific needs: for the size of your desk, your particular laptop model, with your own company\u2019s logo.<\/p>\nStands for devices: laptop, monitor, phone<\/h2>\n
Laptop stand<\/h3>\n
Monitor riser<\/h3>\n
Phone stand<\/h3>\n
Tablet holder<\/h3>\n
Stationery organisers<\/h2>\n
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Headphone holders<\/h2>\n
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Business card holders and custom signs<\/h2>\n
Business card holders<\/h3>\n
Signs with a name and logo<\/h3>\n
Coasters for coffee and mugs<\/h2>\n
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Which material to choose for office items<\/h2>\n
How much does it cost and is it worth printing<\/h2>\n
Ready to tidy up your office?<\/h2>\n