Best drafting table reviews

For coloring, drawing, or a variety of other art projects, a drafting table is perfect. You get a large, adjustable work surface and a place to stash your colored pencils, crayons, or other drawing supplies while you work. Some come with a lot of additional storage options while some are pretty basic.

There’s a lot of different styles available, too, from minimalist to sleek and modern to vintage. Whatever you’re looking for in a drafting table, you’ll be sure to find something that will fit your style and the decor of your home.

One of the top rated brands for drafting tables is Studio Designs, who make a wide range of tables that are sure to please. If you’re looking for a high quality drafting table, take a look at the variety of options from Studio Designs.

Studio Designs Futura Tower (Link)

Studio Designs’ Futura Tower is a great drafting table if you’re looking for something that gives you a lot of storage options. The safety glass work surface measures 33” x 21” which is a nice, but area to work on. Underneath the desktop, there’s a large 24” x 10” supply drawer that’s wide enough to hold pads of paper, rulers, and small supplies. On either side of the desktop, you’ll find four removable art trays and two cup holders to hold paints, markers, pencils, paper clips, or any other office supplies you need space for.

Above the desk is a small cork board and a large 24” x 9” glass tower shelf. This shelf is above the work surface and an ideal place for framed pictures, knick-knacks, or supplies you need to keep out of the workspace. The frame is made of heavy steel and powder coated for a long lasting finish. The work surface can be adjusted to six different angles, from 0 to 40 degrees. There are leg levelers on each leg so that you can get a level work surface on any floor.

This is a great modern, sleek looking drafting table. It’s available with a black frame with standard safety glass or a silver frame with pale blue safety glass.

Studio Designs Comet Center with Stool Silver (Link)

If you’re looking for something that has nearly everything you need to start working, the Studio Designs Comet Center with Stool is a great choice. The workspace is 36” x 23 ¾” and has an adjustable tilt up to 40 degrees. The large pencil ledge is 24” long and locks in place when you need it.

You get a nice amount of storage space with this set. Attached to the right side of the table is a column of three drawers with a shelf on top. This is perfect for stashing paper, markers, or any other supplies you need to finish your work. There’s a second shelf underneath the desk near you feet that is good for storing larger things, but has limited use depending on how much foot clearance you need.

This drafting table is made of heavy gauge steel and has table levelers to adjust your work area as needed. It even comes with a heavy padded stool that matches the style of the table. It’s available with a few different color themes: black frame with white tops, silver frame with black tops, light blue frame with white tops, pink frame with white tops, and purple frame with white top. All color options have dark gray drawers.

Studio Designs Futura Craft Station (Link)

This multipurpose table is not only great for drafting but can be easily adapted for drawing or crafting. The large work surface measures 38” x 24” and is made of tempered glass and adjusts from flat to 35 degrees. The frame is made of heavy gauge steel and is available in a few different colors: black frame with black or clear glass plus a bright yellow or red frame with black glass for a pop of color.

You get some storage with this desk, too, including a large pencil cup and four removable trays to hold small supplies and sit alongside the work space. You also get three small drawers that can be mounted underneath the tabletop on either the right or left side. The legs each have a levelers so you’ll always have a flat surface to work on.

If you would prefer to use this as a standing desk or table, leg extensions are available.

Studio Designs Vintage Drafting Table (Link)

If you’re looking for something that looks like a classic, old fashioned drafting table, this Vintage Drafting Table is perfect. It comes in two sizes – 36” and 42” – so you can get as much space as you need. The wood looks slightly distressed and it pretty plain with only a smooth finish and a pencil groove. The table top is a lot more adjustable than some other tables, going from flat to a full 90 degrees.

There are some problems with the assembly because, although the instructions are good, the U brackets sometimes aren’t drilled all the way through. There’s also some difficulty with using this table at a full 90 degree tilt because the front of the table comes down really low and you may not be able to sit comfortably underneath it.

This is a gorgeous table and has a lot of uses, but be aware that you might run into trouble with higher angle tilts.

Studio Designs Graphix II Workstation (Link)

This modern looking, simple drafting table is ideal for the budding artist on a budget. While you don’t get a lot of storage with this desk, it’s large dual workspace provides a lot of space to spread out your work.

The durable frame is made of heavy steel and built to stand the test of time. The legs are adjustable and can raise the table height as high as 36”. The work surface adjusts up to 30 degrees while a small section on the right stays flat so you have somewhere to keep a pencil cup, markers, or any other supplies you need while working. The white laminate surface is really sturdy and easy to clean.

The major downside to this table is that there is no built in storage except for a small pencil tray. There isn’t really even a lot of room to add any baskets or shelving to this table. At most, you can add a pencil cup or tray to the part of the table top that is stationary.

Conclusions

If you need a drafting table for work, school, or just to draw and color, there are a lot of designs to choose from and Studio Designs has developed some of the best. From classic wood finishes to modern looking glass, you’re sure to find something that suits your needs perfectly. For a simpler work desk, you may also want to check out our recommendations for stylish yet functional modern desks.