IS 11679 : 1986wooden tables for office use

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ANSI/BIFMA X5.5 · EN 527-1 · AS/NZS 4442

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IS 11679:1986 is the Indian Standard (BIS) for wooden tables for office use. This standard specifies the requirements for materials, dimensions, construction, finish, and performance for various types of wooden tables intended for office use. It classifies tables into executive and clerical types and outlines test methods to ensure their durability, stability, and strength.

wooden tables for office use

Overview

Status: Current
Usage level: Specialized
Domain: Architectural — Furniture
Type: Specification

International equivalents

ANSI/BIFMA X5.5-2021 · BIFMA (Business and Institutional Furniture Manufacturers Association), USA EN 527-1:2011 & EN 527-2:2016+A1:2019 · CEN (European Committee for Standardization), Europe AS/NZS 4442:2016 · Standards Australia / Standards New Zealand

Typically used with

IS 303 IS 399 IS 851 IS 13958 IS 710

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BIM-relevant code. See the BIM Hub for ISO 19650, IFC, and LOD/LOIN frameworks used alongside it.

Practical Notes

! This code is frequently referenced in government and public sector unit (PSU) tenders for procurement of office furniture.

! The standard covers both solid wood and wood-based materials like particle board and plywood, making it relevant for modern manufacturing.

! Pay close attention to the cross-referenced IS codes for materials (e.g., IS 303 for plywood), as the final product quality is highly dependent on the input material quality.

Frequently referenced clauses

Cl. 3Dimensions Cl. 4Materials Cl. 5Construction Cl. 6Finish Cl. 7Performance Requirements Cl. 8Marking and Testing

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International Equivalents

Similar International Standards

ANSI/BIFMA X5.5-2021BIFMA (Business and Institutional Furniture Manufacturers Association), USA

MediumCurrent

Desk and Table Products - Tests

Specifies performance and safety testing for office desks, a modern counterpart to the IS code's objective.

EN 527-1:2011 & EN 527-2:2016+A1:2019CEN (European Committee for Standardization), Europe

HighCurrent

Part 1: Office furniture - Work tables - Dimensions; Part 2: Safety, strength and durability requirements

Covers dimensional, safety, and durability requirements for office work tables, closely matching the intent of the IS code.

BS 5459-1:1989BSI (British Standards Institution), UK

MediumWithdrawn

Specification for performance requirements and tests for office furniture - Part 1: Office tables, desks and storage units

A performance-based standard from a similar era, showing the divergence from the prescriptive IS code approach.

AS/NZS 4442:2016Standards Australia / Standards New Zealand

MediumCurrent

Office desks, office workstations and tables intended to be used as office desks

Specifies dimensional, strength, and durability requirements, often referencing BIFMA or EN test methods.

Key Differences

≠IS 11679:1986 is a prescriptive standard, specifying exact materials (e.g., Teak wood), joint types, and dimensions. International standards like BIFMA and EN are performance-based, allowing any material or construction method as long as the final product passes safety and durability tests.

≠Modern international standards (e.g., EN 527-1) have detailed ergonomic requirements for knee space clearance and strongly feature specifications for height-adjustable (sit-stand) desks, which are absent in the 1986 IS code.

≠International standards mandate extensive and specific mechanical testing (e.g., stability tests with defined forces, cyclic durability tests for drawers/surfaces). IS 11679 relies on basic static load proofing and qualitative statements like 'shall be of good workmanship'.

≠IS 11679 is material-specific, applying only to wooden tables. International equivalents are material-agnostic, covering tables made from wood, metal, plastic, composites, or any combination thereof.

Key Similarities

≈All standards specify fundamental dimensional requirements, such as standard table height and minimum work surface area, to ensure basic functionality and interchangeability.

≈The core principle of ensuring the table is stable and does not tip over during normal use is common to all standards, although the testing methodology ranges from a simple push test in IS to a precisely calibrated force application in BIFMA.

≈All standards require a finished product that is free from safety hazards like sharp edges, splinters, or burrs that could cause injury or damage.

≈The fundamental requirement that a tabletop must support a defined load without collapsing or breaking is a key similarity. The IS code specifies a simple proof load, while international standards define more complex functional and proof load scenarios.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	IS Value	International	Source
Standard Fixed Desk Height	750 mm (for Type 1, 2, 3 tables)	740 mm ± 20 mm	EN 527-1:2011
Minimum Knee Space Height	630 mm (below rails for Type 1 table)	≥ 650 mm (within a specified depth clearance zone)	EN 527-1:2011
Material Specification	Prescribes specific timber species like Teak, Sal, Sheesham (as per IS 3364).	Material-agnostic; performance requirements must be met regardless of material.	ANSI/BIFMA X5.5
Stability Test (Horizontal Force)	No specific value; requires the table to be 'stable'. A general force of 200 N is sometimes cited in related Indian furniture standards.	Apply 89 N (20 lbf) horizontal force to the top edge; table must not tip over.	ANSI/BIFMA X5.5-2021
Top Surface Proof Load (Static)	100 kg, uniformly distributed for 1 hour.	91 kg (200 lbs), uniformly distributed for 1 hour.	ANSI/BIFMA X5.5-2021
Finish Requirement	Prescriptive: 'Shall be French polished or wax polished'.	Performance-based: Finish tested for resistance to abrasion, scratch, and chemicals, but application method is not specified.	General principle of EN 527-2 / BIFMA

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Key Values7

Quick Reference Values

Standard Table Height750 ± 5 mm

Standard Table Depth (Clerical)750 ± 5 mm

Standard Table Depth (Executive)900 ± 5 mm

Minimum Table Top Thickness (Timber)25 mm

Minimum Table Top Thickness (Particle Board)25 mm

Vertical Static Load Test (Top)1000 N (approx 102 kg)

Drawer Bottom Static Load Test250 N (approx 25.5 kg)

Tables & Referenced Sections

Key Tables

Table 1 - Dimensions of Tables

Table 2 - Schedule of Performance Tests

Key Clauses

Clause 3 - Dimensions

Clause 4 - Materials

Clause 5 - Construction

Clause 6 - Finish

Clause 7 - Performance Requirements

Clause 8 - Marking and Testing

Frequently Asked Questions4

What is the standard height for an office table according to this code?+

The standard height is 750 ± 5 mm for all types of tables (Clause 3.2).

What types of tables are covered in IS 11679?+

It covers Type 1 (Executive), Type 2 (Clerical with one drawer unit), and Type 3 (Clerical with two drawer units) (Clause 3.1).

What is the specified load capacity for the tabletop?+

The top should withstand a vertical static load of 1000 N without any damage (Table 2).

What are the material requirements for the table top?+

The top can be made of solid timber, plywood, or particle board, conforming to their respective IS codes (Clause 4.2).

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wooden tables for office use

Overview

Status: Current
Usage level: Specialized
Domain: Architectural — Furniture
Type: Specification

International equivalents

Typically used with

IS 303 IS 399 IS 851 IS 13958 IS 710

Also on InfraLens for IS 11679

7Key values 2Tables 4FAQs

BIM-relevant code. See the BIM Hub for ISO 19650, IFC, and LOD/LOIN frameworks used alongside it.

Practical Notes

! This code is frequently referenced in government and public sector unit (PSU) tenders for procurement of office furniture.

! The standard covers both solid wood and wood-based materials like particle board and plywood, making it relevant for modern manufacturing.

! Pay close attention to the cross-referenced IS codes for materials (e.g., IS 303 for plywood), as the final product quality is highly dependent on the input material quality.

Frequently referenced clauses

Cl. 3Dimensions Cl. 4Materials Cl. 5Construction Cl. 6Finish Cl. 7Performance Requirements Cl. 8Marking and Testing

woodplywoodparticle boardlaminatesadhesivestimber

International Equivalents

Similar International Standards

ANSI/BIFMA X5.5-2021BIFMA (Business and Institutional Furniture Manufacturers Association), USA

MediumCurrent

Desk and Table Products - Tests

Specifies performance and safety testing for office desks, a modern counterpart to the IS code's objective.

EN 527-1:2011 & EN 527-2:2016+A1:2019CEN (European Committee for Standardization), Europe

HighCurrent

Part 1: Office furniture - Work tables - Dimensions; Part 2: Safety, strength and durability requirements

Covers dimensional, safety, and durability requirements for office work tables, closely matching the intent of the IS code.

BS 5459-1:1989BSI (British Standards Institution), UK

MediumWithdrawn

Specification for performance requirements and tests for office furniture - Part 1: Office tables, desks and storage units

A performance-based standard from a similar era, showing the divergence from the prescriptive IS code approach.

AS/NZS 4442:2016Standards Australia / Standards New Zealand

MediumCurrent

Office desks, office workstations and tables intended to be used as office desks

Specifies dimensional, strength, and durability requirements, often referencing BIFMA or EN test methods.

Key Differences

Key Similarities

≈All standards specify fundamental dimensional requirements, such as standard table height and minimum work surface area, to ensure basic functionality and interchangeability.

≈All standards require a finished product that is free from safety hazards like sharp edges, splinters, or burrs that could cause injury or damage.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	IS Value	International	Source
Standard Fixed Desk Height	750 mm (for Type 1, 2, 3 tables)	740 mm ± 20 mm	EN 527-1:2011
Minimum Knee Space Height	630 mm (below rails for Type 1 table)	≥ 650 mm (within a specified depth clearance zone)	EN 527-1:2011
Material Specification	Prescribes specific timber species like Teak, Sal, Sheesham (as per IS 3364).	Material-agnostic; performance requirements must be met regardless of material.	ANSI/BIFMA X5.5
Stability Test (Horizontal Force)	No specific value; requires the table to be 'stable'. A general force of 200 N is sometimes cited in related Indian furniture standards.	Apply 89 N (20 lbf) horizontal force to the top edge; table must not tip over.	ANSI/BIFMA X5.5-2021
Top Surface Proof Load (Static)	100 kg, uniformly distributed for 1 hour.	91 kg (200 lbs), uniformly distributed for 1 hour.	ANSI/BIFMA X5.5-2021
Finish Requirement	Prescriptive: 'Shall be French polished or wax polished'.	Performance-based: Finish tested for resistance to abrasion, scratch, and chemicals, but application method is not specified.	General principle of EN 527-2 / BIFMA

⚠ Verify details from original standards before use

Key Values7

Quick Reference Values

Standard Table Height750 ± 5 mm

Standard Table Depth (Clerical)750 ± 5 mm

Standard Table Depth (Executive)900 ± 5 mm

Minimum Table Top Thickness (Timber)25 mm

Minimum Table Top Thickness (Particle Board)25 mm

Vertical Static Load Test (Top)1000 N (approx 102 kg)

Drawer Bottom Static Load Test250 N (approx 25.5 kg)

Tables & Referenced Sections

Key Tables

Table 1 - Dimensions of Tables

Table 2 - Schedule of Performance Tests

Key Clauses

Clause 3 - Dimensions

Clause 4 - Materials

Clause 5 - Construction

Clause 6 - Finish

Clause 7 - Performance Requirements

Clause 8 - Marking and Testing

Frequently Asked Questions4

What is the standard height for an office table according to this code?+

The standard height is 750 ± 5 mm for all types of tables (Clause 3.2).

What types of tables are covered in IS 11679?+

It covers Type 1 (Executive), Type 2 (Clerical with one drawer unit), and Type 3 (Clerical with two drawer units) (Clause 3.1).

What is the specified load capacity for the tabletop?+

The top should withstand a vertical static load of 1000 N without any damage (Table 2).

What are the material requirements for the table top?+

The top can be made of solid timber, plywood, or particle board, conforming to their respective IS codes (Clause 4.2).

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IS 11679 : 1986wooden tables for office use

Overview

International Equivalents

Key Values7

Tables & Referenced Sections

Related Resources on InfraLens

Frequently Asked Questions4

QA/QC Inspection Templates

IS 11679 : 1986wooden tables for office use

Overview

International Equivalents

Key Values7

Tables & Referenced Sections

Related Resources on InfraLens

Frequently Asked Questions4

QA/QC Inspection Templates