As working from home has become a normal part of our daily lives, why not set yourself up for success by making your remote workspace even more efficient and comfortable with these WFH essentials? Think: air purifiers and fans to help you (and the family) breathe easier, ergonomic chairs and standing desks to alleviate the discomfort of sitting at the keyboard all day, sleek gadgets to boost productivity, top-of-the-line water purifiers to keep you well hydrated, and efficient coffee makers that brew the perfect cuppa to get you through endless Zoom meetings. Also, we’re not forgetting tools like antibacterial wipes and sanitisers to keep your work area clean.
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Lenovo Thinkpad X1 Nano
Weighing just under a kilogram, this high-performing laptop makes remote working a breeze, and is packed with advanced cybersecurity features to ensure your data is kept protected and secure at all times.
Ergomeister Ergonomic Office Chair 8 Series FAEZ8ERG
From the headrest to lumbar support, this ergonomic office chair boasts a number of adjustable and intuitive features, to cater to your body’s needs. Its premium trademark mesh design ensures that air flows freely to keep you cool, even if you’re not in an air-conditioned room.
Secretlab Omega 2020 Series
Although it’s known as a gaming chair, this ergonomic, PU leather-clad chair offers great support for anyone who sits for long hours. It combines luxury and comfort, and can recline almost fully for when you need to take a break.
Ikea Markus Office chair, Vissle dark grey
If you’re on a budget, the sturdy Markus offers good lumbar support, a breathable mesh backrest and a decent amount of adjustability, including the height and tilt of the chair. Check Ikea.sg for updates on availability.
Ergoworks Electric Height Adjustable Compact Rectangular Customisation Desk EW-0226F1
Reduce fatigue and boost blood circulation when you alternate between sitting and standing with the help of this excellently-crafted motorised standing desk. It elevates smoothly and silently – simply adjust to your preferred height by pressing a button!
Omnidesk Pro 2020
Elevate your workstation with this height-adjustable standing desk that’s even more stable than its predecessor and comes with a child-lock feature. Its signature smooth surface is designed for mouse tracking, so you don’t even need a mouse pad.
CUCKOO Prince Top Water Purifier
With its ultra-slim design and gorgeous rose gold finish, this tankless water purifier takes up minimal space and adds a touch of glamour to your home. It’s packed with innovative and state-of-the-art technology to give you cleaner, mild alkaline water that’s rich in minerals, and can dispense both hot and cold water depending on your needs.
Novita HydroPlus Water Pitcher NP2290
You’ll definitely remember to stay hydrated with this chic water pitcher on your desk, which turns regular tap water into fresh and clean alkaline antioxidant water for drinking.
SodaStream Spirit White Sparkling Water Maker
Keeping yourself hydrated can be fun with the SodaStream that instantly converts regular water into sparkling water, so you can make your own healthier fizzy drinks at home!
Novita Hot/Cold Water Dispenser W29
No need to boil or store water separately – this advanced machine converts tap water into clean drinking water, and dispenses hot, cold and room temperature water at the touch of a button. Comes in six stylish colours to suit your interior decor too!
Philips Kettle HD9342/01
Making a quick cup of tea or milo? This electric kettle’s robust glass body features one-cup markings, allowing you to boil just what you need.
Dyson Purifier Cool Formaldehyde air purifier TP09
The latest generation of Dyson air purifiers are specially designed to detect and destroy formaldehyde in the air – an indoor gas pollutant released by furniture, wooden products, paint and even household cleaning products.
KDK Standing Fan N30NH
Compact yet powerful, this standing fan features a 1/f Yuragi function which mimics the gentle fluctuating pattern of a natural breeze. It is also height adjustable, making it a great addition to smaller workspaces.
Dyson Purifier Cool air purifier TP07
Keep your workspace cool and comfortable with this intelligent bladeless fan that projects purified air around the room, and even helps you keep track of your indoor air quality via an app.
Mistral Tower Fan with Remote Control MFD4880R
This tower fan fits well into any corner and runs quietly, providing strong wind with up to six levels of control. It’s also got both a remote control and a touch control panel for convenience.
3M LED Polarizing Task Light P1709
Always staring at a screen? Ease the strain on your eyes with this table lamp that reduces glare by up to 80 percent with seven brightness levels and a flexible body. Also has a USB charging port for your mobile phone.
Mi LED Desk Lamp 1S
For more intuitive control, the Mi LED Desk Lamp 1S has a dial knob that lets you adjust brightness and light colour temperature more precisely, so you’ll always look your best on video calls.
Novita Air Revitalizer AR3
Not only does this advanced diffuser make your surroundings smell more pleasant, it also works to protect the air you breathe by getting rid of airborne allergens and bacteria through electrostatic technology.
Muji Aroma Diffuser
This minimalist-style diffuser doubles up as a night light, making it a choice option for your child’s room. It produces a fragrant mist to keep the environment fresh and cool.
Nespresso VertuoPlus Premium Coffee Machine
Perk up your mornings or beat the midday slump with a perfectly brewed cuppa, thanks to this revolutionary machine. All you need to do is insert your capsule of choice and press a button, and it’ll automatically adjust the brewing parameters for you.
Nescafe Dolce Gusto Genio S Basic Automatic Coffee Machine
Small in size but big on functionality, get your caffeine fix with this easy-to-use capsule coffee maker that won’t take up much space in your home office. Its XL function lets you customise your drink to your preferred size.
Delonghi Clessidra Pour Over Coffee Maker ICM17210
Fancy traditional filtered coffee? This sophisticated drip coffee maker deftly mimics the manual pour-over method, saving you precious minutes while creating a more intense aroma and flavour.
Endo Thermal Food Carriers
Boasting leakproof screw cap lids, and wide mouth openings, these stainless steel food jars are extremely handy for all your food takeaways, including soupy dishes.
Thermos Sanrio Hello Kitty Stainless King Food Jar with Folding Spoon SK-3021HKS
If you’re a Hello Kitty fan, why not arm yourself with this adorably designed, special edition food jar that’s great for storing takeaways? The lid doubles up as a serving bowl too!
Apple iPad Air
Whether you’re sending emails, making video calls or browsing the Web, this compact device is fast, powerful and reliable, as it’s equipped with Apple’s latest A14 Bionic chip, sans the hefty price tag of the iPad Pro. Did we mention it comes in five stylish finishes to boot?
Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 Plus Series
Boasting a large 12.4-inch display, this state-of-the-art Android tablet offers topnotch video and audio quality,and is 5G-enabled to give you even faster access to everything from emails to your latest K-drama. Snap on a keyboard and you can use it like a PC!
Dettol Anti-bacterial Wet Wipes
Keep your workspace clean (especially if you’re guilty of snacking and eating lunch over your keyboard!) with these anti-bacterial wipes that can remove 99.9 percent of germs.
Kleenex Pure Water Wipes for Hands and Face
Clean your mouth and hands after lunch with these wet wipes that are specially formulated with 100 percent drinking water and contain no fragrance, making them ideal for those with sensitive skin.
Zappy All Natural Biodegradable Food Contact Wipes
These wet wipes are made with 100 percent food grade, all-natural ingredients instead of harsh chemicals, but are still tough on dirt and grease. Perfect for cleaning your workspace as well as those apples and pears that you’re about to snack on!
Dettol Instant Hand Sanitizer Original
It’s always a good idea to keep some hand sanitiser close by, even while you’re at home. The Dettol Instant Hand Sanitizer kills 99.9 percent of germs without soap or water and leaves behind a characteristic fresh scent.
Lifebuoy Hand Sanitizer Gel
Another great hand sanitiser is this one from Lifebuoy, which also kills 99.9 percent of germs and keeps your hands keeling soft and smooth. Also available in a 200 ml pump bottle!
Kirei Kirei Anti-bacterial Hand Sanitizer
If you’re worried about your hands getting dry or cracked easily, this hand sanitiser is paraben- and triclosan-free, and contains added moisturising ingredients to nourish your skin without leaving behind a sticky feeling.
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Text: Elizabeth Liew
Gif: Chelza Pok