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.