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Getting the Most Out of Your Height Adjustable Desk

Learn how to set up and use a height adjustable desk comfortably. From ideal sitting and standing heights to creative and studio setups, here’s how to make it fit your work and space.

Why Every Home Needs a Few Good Wooden Shelves

Wooden shelves can make a room feel more lived in, even if it’s just one in the kitchen or bathroom. Here’s how real wood shelves can bring warmth and purpose to simple spaces.

5 Ways to Style Your Work-from-Home Setup with Natural Materials

Sitting, Standing, or Height Adjustable Desks: Which One’s Right for You?

Choosing between sitting, standing, or height adjustable desks? Pastos & Co builds real wood, handmade office and studio desks designed for comfort, ergonomics, and good posture.

Shopping for Handmade Furniture This Black Friday or Holiday Season? Here’s What to Know

Our furniture is handmade to order, so ordering early makes all the difference. Here’s why timing matters around Black Friday and how we keep our prices fair for everyone involved.

Why Softwood Doesn’t Mean Soft: The Truth About Pine Furniture

Real Wood Height Adjustable Desks | Handmade by Pastos & Co

Discover real wood height adjustable desks handmade in Brighton by Pastos & Co. Crafted from slow-grown, sustainably sourced pine with a durable, eco-friendly finish that keeps your workspace natural, flexible, and built to last.

How to Support Small Businesses During Black Friday and the Holiday Season

Shopping with small businesses can make a world of difference, not only to the business but to everyone involved in the crafting process. If you’re looking to support small, handmade businesses this Christmas, here are some tips:

The Essentials of a Perfect Studio Desk Setup

Whether you’re recording, mixing, or producing, your desk needs to be functional, ergonomic, and tailored to your workflow. At Pastos Co, we build handmade studio desks to order, to measure and to spec. Each desk is designed to maximise productivity while keeping your workspace clean and organised.

Reclaimed vs. Sustainably Sourced New Timber: Why We Made the Shift

Going Greek

Celebrate Team

Gift Guide

Wrapped

Black Friday

Packaging: Reuse, Reduce, Recycle.

Grandad's Workshop: History, Destiny & Legacy.

Sometimes, you need to look back to move forward.

How to Sit at a Corner Desk

Did you know that office workers sit for almost nine hours a day? If you’re not looking after your posture and sitting correctly at your desk, you are more prone to back pain, joint stiffness, and repetitive strain injury. Thankfully, there is a solution! Find out how to sit at a corner desk correctly with our ergonomic tips.

How to Arrange Furniture in an Awkward Living Room

Do you have an awkward living room layout? Whether your living room is long and narrow or full of nooks and crannies, we’re here to help. In this article, we share how you can arrange furniture in an awkward living room to create a space that is both functional and comfortable.

How to Restore Outdoor Wood Furniture: 7 Tips from Our Experts

Is your garden furniture looking a little worse for wear? Find out how to restore your outdoor wood furniture and help it last longer with 7 tips from our experts.

Are Standing Desks Worth it? The Benefits According to Experts

Standing desks are extremely popular but are they really worth it? In this article, we share the benefits of adjustable height desks according to the experts. Read on to discover how standing desks could benefit your health as well as your success at work!

How to Style a Coffee Table

Correctly styling your coffee table so that it not only looks beautiful but still functions like a coffee table can be difficult! Learn how to style your coffee table just right with these tips from the experts.

How High Should a Desk be and Why is it Important?

The height of your desk can impact everything from your physical health and comfort to your productivity at work. In this article, we share how high your desk should be and why it’s so important to get this right.