Metal Desks

Metal gives a clean, modern or industrial look, and it feels light even in a small room. Compare 324 metal desks from 36 retailers on Flitch, with prices for most of them running from around £35 to £1,050 – so there’s choice across a wide range of budgets.

Metal desks on Flitch

About one in ten desks on Flitch are metal, making it one of the most common materials. You’ll find the widest choice at The Range, Dunelm and La Redoute. The most common colours for metal desks are grey and black. Beyond modern and contemporary designs, the most common style is industrial. Metal is strong enough to be slim, which can suit a small space, and powder-coated finishes tend to resist scratches and rust. It’s a good idea to measure your space before you choose: of the metal desks with measurements listed, most are between 100 and 130cm wide.

How much do metal desks cost?

Half of all metal desks on Flitch cost less than £100. That’s about 35% less than desks in general, which usually cost around £150. The biggest difference in price comes down to type: non-adjustable ones typically cost £130, about 70% more than standing ones at £75. Style matters too, with contemporary designs at around £150 against £95 for modern designs.

What other shoppers are choosing

Wood desks are also popular with shoppers, if you’re not set on metal. White desks are catching on: shoppers have looked at them more over the last three months than at this time last year. Retailers have also been stocking more vintage desks this year, so there’s a wider choice available.

Is now a good time to buy metal desks?

Right now 28 metal desks are reduced, typically by 10% – and some by up to 50%. About a quarter of the metal desks are cheaper than they’ve usually been over the last three months. Discounts come round often, too: about a third have dropped in price at some point in that time. If the one you want isn’t reduced, set a price alert and we’ll tell you when it drops.

Prices checked 6th November 2026.