How do I care for the leather top?

Clean the leather surface gently using a damp cloth and treat it periodically with appropriate leather balm to prevent cracking. Avoid placing hot cups or direct moisture on the desktop to preserve the gilt tooling and the underlying hide.

Can these desks be dismantled for moving?

Many pedestal desks separate into three main components comprising the two drawer pedestals and the top section. Lifting the top requires care, especially on larger partners desks or roll-top variants where heavy timber mechanisms add considerable weight.

What is the difference between a partners desk and a standard desk?

A standard pedestal desk places drawers against a finished back panel and accommodates a single user facing a wall or window. A partners desk provides functional drawer and cupboard space on both the front and reverse elevations for dual occupancy.

How do I identify burr walnut?

Burr walnut displays swirling, knotty grain patterns created by irregular growth formations in the timber. Cabinet makers sliced this wood thinly to create decorative veneers across the drawer fronts and writing surfaces.