Choosing a Murphy desk is not only about finding a desk that fits your wall. The right size depends on how you work, what equipment you use, how much workspace you need, and whether you want a fixed or height-adjustable setup.

A smaller wall-mounted desk can be enough for a laptop and everyday tasks, while a wider Murphy desk provides more room for monitors, accessories, and a permanent home office setup. For dual-monitor users, the internal dimensions of the closed desk become especially important if you want to keep your screens inside instead of removing them after every work session.

In this guide, we'll compare different Murphy desk sizes and explain what to consider before choosing one for your home office.

Quick Answer: What Murphy Desk Size Do You Need?

For most home offices, the best Murphy desk size depends primarily on your computer setup and the amount of working space you need.

The dimensions above describe the overall wall-mounted unit. Your equipment should always be measured before ordering, especially if you plan to keep monitors inside the desk when it is closed.

Why Murphy Desk Size Matters

Unlike a traditional desk, a Murphy desk has to work in two different states.

When open, it needs to provide enough working space for your computer, keyboard, accessories, and everyday tasks.

When closed, the workstation needs to fit against the wall while accommodating anything you intend to leave inside.

That makes width, internal space, equipment dimensions, and wall clearance particularly important.

A desk that is large enough for a monitor while open is not automatically large enough to store that monitor inside when closed.

For this reason, consider both your current setup and how you expect to use the desk over time.

74 cm Murphy Desk: A Practical Everyday Workstation

The 74 × 60 × 15 cm Murphy desk is the smallest of the standard fixed-size options discussed here.

It is a practical choice for people who want a dedicated home office surface without creating a large workstation on the wall.

This size works particularly well for:

• laptop work;
• studying and writing;
• everyday remote work;
• compact computer setups;
• bedrooms and multifunctional rooms;
• workspaces where keeping the wall footprint relatively small matters.

For a simple laptop-based home office, a larger Murphy desk may provide space you do not actually need.

The 74 cm model instead focuses on creating a functional workstation that can be folded away after work.

Who should choose the 74 cm size?

Choose this size if your priority is a straightforward everyday workspace rather than a large multi-screen setup.

It is particularly relevant when available wall space is limited or when the desk shares a room with other functions.

100 cm Murphy Desk: More Space for Computer Work

Moving up to 100 × 55 × 15 cm provides substantially more horizontal room for computer equipment.

This size is particularly useful for people building a more permanent home office workstation rather than using the desk primarily with a laptop.

It can accommodate:

• laptop and monitor setups;
• larger computer workstations;
• keyboards and everyday accessories;
• two monitors up to 23 inches, subject to their complete dimensions and stands.

The additional width makes the 100 cm Murphy desk particularly relevant for dual-monitor users.

Can two monitors fit inside a 100 cm Murphy desk?

Yes, the 100 cm model is designed to accommodate two monitors up to 23 inches, but there is an important detail:

the monitors need to be positioned at an angle inside the unit in order for the desk to close with them inside.

They should not be treated as two screens that can necessarily sit completely flat side by side across the 100 cm width.

Monitor dimensions also vary between manufacturers. Two screens with the same advertised diagonal can have different bezels, stands, bases, and overall dimensions.

Before ordering, measure the complete width, height, and depth of each monitor together with its stand.

This is particularly important if your goal is to finish work and simply close the Murphy desk without removing the monitors.

110 cm Murphy Desk: More Room for a Dual-Monitor Setup

For users who need more horizontal workspace, the 110 × 55 × 15 cm Murphy desk provides the widest option in this range.

The additional 10 cm may sound relatively small, but it can make a meaningful difference when arranging multiple screens and accessories.

This version is designed for two monitors up to 24 inches, making it a stronger choice for larger dual-monitor home office setups.

As with the 100 cm model, however, the screens need to be positioned at an angle if they are going to remain inside the desk when it is closed.

And again, the screen diagonal alone does not guarantee compatibility.

When does the 110 cm version make more sense?

Consider the wider Murphy desk if:

• you use two monitors regularly;
• your monitors are larger than a typical compact office screen;
• you want additional horizontal working room;
• your workstation includes several accessories;
• you expect your computer setup to grow in the future.

If your wall has enough available width, the 110 cm version gives a dual-monitor setup more flexibility without requiring a conventional floor-standing computer desk.

100 cm vs 110 cm Murphy Desk for Two Monitors

For dual-monitor users, this is likely to be the most important comparison.

If two monitors are central to your daily workflow, don't choose based only on the advertised diagonal.

Measure your actual equipment.

A 23-inch monitor with a particularly wide stand may require more space than another 23-inch model. The same applies to 24-inch screens.

Fixed or Adjustable Murphy Desk?

Size is not the only decision.

OtamanDesk Murphy desks are also available in fixed and height-adjustable configurations.

A fixed Murphy desk is appropriate when you already know the working height you prefer and want a straightforward fold-down workstation.

An adjustable Murphy desk adds the ability to position the work surface at different heights.

This can be useful for:

• switching between different working positions;
• households where more than one person uses the workstation;
• adapting the desk to different tasks;
• creating a more flexible ergonomic setup.

Adjustable versions are available in sizes including:

• 76 × 60 × 15 cm
• 100 × 55 × 15 cm
• 110 × 55 × 15 cm

The adjustable system offers multiple fixed positions rather than limiting the work surface to one permanent height.

This makes the choice less about "which is better?" and more about whether height flexibility is useful for the way you work.

What Should You Measure Before Buying a Murphy Desk?

A Murphy desk is attached to the wall, so taking a few measurements before ordering is especially important.

1. Available Wall Width

Start with the clear width of the wall where you plan to install the desk.

Don't measure only the furniture itself. Consider nearby doors, windows, switches, outlets, radiators, shelves, and other furniture.

2. Space in Front of the Desk

A Murphy desk saves floor space when closed, but the work surface still extends into the room when open.

Make sure you have enough clearance to sit comfortably and move around the workstation.

3. Your Monitor Dimensions

For monitor setups, measure:

• total monitor width;
• total monitor height;
• monitor depth;
• stand width;
• stand depth.

Do this for each monitor individually.

The screen diagonal — 23", 24", etc. — is useful as a general reference, but it does not tell you the complete physical dimensions of the monitor.

4. Your Everyday Equipment

Think beyond the screens.

Your workstation may also need room for:

• keyboard;
• mouse;
• laptop;
• docking station;
• headphones;
• chargers;
• notebooks;
• other everyday accessories.

A setup that technically fits can still feel unnecessarily crowded if every available centimeter is occupied.

Should You Choose a Larger Murphy Desk Than You Currently Need?

Not necessarily.

The largest available desk is not automatically the best desk.

If you primarily use a laptop and have limited wall space, a smaller model may provide everything you need while keeping the room visually lighter.

On the other hand, choosing some additional width can make sense if you expect to add a monitor or expand your workstation later.

The goal is to balance three things:

available space + current equipment + future workspace needs.

That usually leads to a better decision than simply choosing the smallest or largest model.

Murphy Desk Size for a Small Home Office

In a small home office, efficiency matters more than maximizing the size of every piece of furniture.

A wall-mounted fold-down desk already has an important advantage: it does not require the permanent floor footprint of a conventional desk.

When work is finished, the desktop can be folded back toward the wall, allowing the room to serve other purposes.

This makes Murphy desks particularly useful in:

• apartments;
• bedrooms;
• guest rooms;
• studio apartments;
• shared rooms;
• multifunctional interiors.

If you're working with a particularly limited room, our guide to choosing the best desk for a small apartment home office covers additional factors such as placement, available floor space, and workstation type.

What If You Use Two Monitors in a Small Room?

A dual-monitor workstation does not necessarily require a large traditional computer desk.

The important question is how efficiently the available wall and floor space are used.

A wider Murphy desk allows the screens to become part of a workstation that can be closed after use rather than occupying the room permanently.

For more setup-specific advice, see our guide to dual monitor setups in a small room, where we cover ways to create a productive multi-screen workspace with limited space.

Which Murphy Desk Size Should You Choose?

A simple way to decide is to start with your equipment rather than the dimensions of the desk.

Choose a smaller Murphy desk if you mainly use a laptop, need an everyday work surface, and want to minimize the amount of wall space occupied by the workstation.

Choose the 100 cm Murphy desk if you need more room for computer work or want a dual-monitor setup with up to two 23-inch screens.

Choose the 110 cm Murphy desk if dual monitors are an important part of your workflow and you want additional width, including support for setups with two monitors up to 24 inches.

Choose an adjustable Murphy desk if changing the working height is an important part of your setup.

For dual-monitor configurations, remember that the monitors must be positioned at an angle to remain inside the 100 cm or 110 cm desk when it closes, and compatibility should always be confirmed using the complete dimensions of your actual screens and stands.

FAQ

What is a good Murphy desk size for a laptop?

A smaller Murphy desk can provide enough room for laptop work, writing, studying, and everyday home office tasks without using unnecessary wall space.

What size Murphy desk do I need for two monitors?

The OtamanDesk 100 cm model is designed for two monitors up to 23 inches, while the 110 cm model provides room for two monitors up to 24 inches. Actual compatibility depends on the complete dimensions of the monitors and their stands.

Can two monitors stay inside when the Murphy desk is closed?

With compatible equipment, yes. On the 100 cm and 110 cm dual-monitor models, the monitors are positioned at an angle inside the unit so the workstation can close without requiring the screens to be removed after every work session.

Is a 100 cm desk wide enough for two monitors?

It can be. The OtamanDesk 100 cm Murphy desk is designed for two monitors up to 23 inches when positioned at an angle. Always check the physical dimensions of your specific monitors before ordering.

Is a 110 cm Murphy desk better for dual monitors?

The additional width provides more room for a dual-monitor workstation and allows setups with two monitors up to 24 inches, subject to the dimensions of the specific screens and stands.

What is the difference between a fixed and adjustable Murphy desk?

A fixed model provides a work surface at its installed working height. An adjustable Murphy desk offers multiple fixed height positions, making it easier to adapt the workstation to different users, tasks, and working positions.

How much weight can an OtamanDesk Murphy desk support?

The recommended maximum load for these Murphy desk models is up to 20 kg (44 lbs). Consider the combined weight of monitors, computers, and other equipment when planning your setup.

Find the Murphy Desk That Fits Your Workspace

The right Murphy desk should fit both your room and the way you actually work.

A laptop user may benefit most from a smaller workstation. A full-time home office with two monitors may need the additional width of a 100 cm or 110 cm model. And users who want more control over their working position can choose an adjustable configuration.

Before deciding, measure your wall, your equipment, and — particularly for dual-monitor setups — the complete dimensions of your screens and stands.

Explore the OtamanDesk Folding Desks collection to compare Murphy desk configurations, or contact us if you're unsure which size will work with your setup.