Home Office Furniture Q&A Cubicles & Workstations
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Cubicles & Workstations — Buyer’s Questions

Panel heights, fabric options, powered panels, L vs. U configurations, pre-owned options, installation, and everything to know about cubicles and panel workstation systems.

What is a cubicle?

A cubicle is a semi-enclosed workspace created by panel systems — vertical fabric-covered or glass panels that define in……

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What panel heights are available for cubicles?

Common cubicle panel heights are 42 (open/collaborative — visibility while seated), 53–54 (low-partition — seated privac……

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What is the difference between an L-shaped and U-shaped cubicle?

An L-shaped cubicle provides a main work surface plus a return (90° extension), similar to an L-shaped desk. A U-shaped ……

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What is a typical cubicle footprint?

Standard commercial cubicle footprints are 6×6, 6×8, and 8×8. A 6×6 provides a basic single-surface workstation; an 8×8 ……

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What fabric options are available for cubicle panels?

Commercial cubicle panel fabrics (called tackable surfaces or acoustical fabrics) are available in hundreds of colors an……

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What are powered cubicle panels?

Powered panels contain integrated electrical raceways that carry AC power and data cabling through the panel structure, ……

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How much does a cubicle workstation cost?

New commercial cubicle workstations at OfficeFurniture2go.com range from $1,500–$3,000 per station for standard configur……

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Are pre-owned cubicles a good option?

Pre-owned commercial cubicles from Haworth, Herman Miller, Steelcase, and similar manufacturers represent excellent valu……

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What is cubicle installation and how long does it take?

Cubicle installation involves assembling the panel frames, installing raceway and electrical components, attaching work ……

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How do I add privacy to an existing cubicle?

Privacy can be added to low-panel cubicles with panel extensions (add-on sections that increase panel height), glass pri……

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What is the difference between a cubicle panel system and freestanding furniture?

A cubicle panel system is a fully integrated, interconnected workstation where the panels serve both as enclosure and as……

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What is a glass panel cubicle?

Glass panel cubicles replace fabric-covered panels with tempered glass panels, creating a more open, modern aesthetic wh……

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Can cubicles be reconfigured after installation?

Commercial cubicle panel systems are designed for reconfiguration — panels can be removed, relocated, and reconnected in……

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How do I plan a cubicle layout for my office?

Start with your floor plan dimensions, headcount, and egress requirements. Mark all structural elements (columns, window……

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What overhead storage options are available for cubicles?

Cubicle overhead storage is typically a combination of open shelves and flip-door or swing-door storage cabinets mounted……

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What is the acoustic performance of cubicle panels?

Cubicle panel acoustic performance is measured by NRC (Noise Reduction Coefficient) and STC (Sound Transmission Class) v……

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What is the warranty on a commercial cubicle system?

Commercial cubicle panel systems from major manufacturers carry warranties of 10 years to lifetime on structural compone……

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What is a modular cubicle system?

A modular cubicle system uses standardized panel widths, connectors, and accessories that can be assembled into any conf……

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How do I run data and network cables through a cubicle system?

Data cables (Cat6, fiber) run through the panel raceways alongside or separately from AC power using divider plates or s……

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What size cubicle do I need for a call center?

Call center workstations are typically 5×5 or 6×6 with acoustic panels at 53–65 height for sound dampening between agent……

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What are the major cubicle system manufacturers?

The major commercial cubicle panel system manufacturers include Herman Miller (AO2, Ethospace), Haworth (Unigroup, Premi……

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Do cubicle systems require a building permit?

Standard freestanding cubicle systems (non-demising, non-fire-rated) typically do not require a building permit. However……

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Can a cubicle system be used in a home office?

Commercial cubicle panel systems can be adapted for home office use — typically a single-station open configuration with……

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What is a cubicle tile system?

A tile-based cubicle system (also called a segmented panel system) uses individual tile segments that stack and lock tog……

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What is the life expectancy of a commercial cubicle system?

A commercial cubicle panel system from a major manufacturer has a structural life expectancy of 20–30 years. Fabric, wor……

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How do I compare cubicle systems from different manufacturers?

When comparing cubicle systems, evaluate: panel acoustic ratings (NRC and STC), load capacity on work surfaces, electric……

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What is a single-sided cubicle vs. a full cubicle?

A single-sided cubicle (sometimes called a monitor privacy screen or alcove) provides a partial enclosure — one or two p……

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