What is the standard depth of the returns on a U-shaped desk?

Return depth on a U-shaped desk is determined by intended use. At OfficeFurniture2go.com, our commercial U-desk returns are typically 24" — adequate for a phone, document tray, and secondary monitor arm. For configurations where the return serves as a full secondary workstation (dual-monitor use cases), we specify 30" depth on both returns and confirm that the overall footprint still fits the room. Credenza bridge sections are standardized at 18–20" depth. Call 1-800-460-0858 to spec the right return depth for your workflow.