2023-04-11 11:17
Investing in equipment designed for your industry is always important. But for those working within mission critical settings, having the right furniture is vital. Because industries such as… Read More
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Knotty Ash Woodworking has been conceptualising, manufacturing & installing quality custom-made console furniture for the security, studio, office and broadcast industries throughout the UK for over 27 years. Follow our journey here!
2023-04-03 13:30
The broadcasting industry is comprised of many different job roles, each with projects to complete to meet set deadlines. For TV programmes and radio shows to be broadcast effectively in the… Read More
2023-03-27 15:54
For those spending their working lives sat at a desk, there has been much research into the health concerns that this can trigger. Without a well-designed chair to properly support the body… Read More
2023-03-10 10:01
Keeping up with technology innovations within whatever industry your business is in can be a worry. With the purchase of new equipment, comes the need to change the layout of your studio or… Read More
2023-03-02 10:45
When it comes to a productive plant control room, finding optimum functionality is essential. To ensure that operators can complete their demanding jobs safely and effectively, both equipmen… Read More
2023-02-22 13:01
Put simply, the reception area of your company is where the all-important first impressions are made. A tired-looking, unprofessional reception area is not the impression you want to give of… Read More
2023-02-14 12:52
After working with broadcasting clients for over 30 years, we understand the unique industry demands that come into play. Whether providing post-production audio mixing, or editing a live TV… Read More
2023-02-03 11:36
It’s a fact – technical industry environments such as broadcasting, security, or research labs are not like a regular office. In terms of day-to-day operations, employee roles, a… Read More
2023-01-23 15:06
At the heart of every mission critical organisation is a well-planned control room. Whether you work within emergency services management, ATC, or process control, taking on the planning for… Read More
2023-01-13 11:52
Here at Knotty Ash Woodworking, our mission is to craft stylish, durable, and ergonomic technical furniture that meets the needs of all our clients. We provide a complete package from start… Read More
2023-01-04 11:52
A new year is upon us, marking the perfect time for many of us to review our surroundings and opt for a refresh. Work environments should be no exception to this, with January being the idea… Read More
2022-12-21 11:51
As the centre of scientific research and discovery, a laboratory requires the right technical equipment to be able to function effectively. From microscopes to test tubes, and everything in… Read More
2022-12-12 12:17
TV studio furniture often has the tricky task of combining sleek style with a range of broadcast practicalities. With the need to accommodate a diverse mix of TV presenters, production staff… Read More
2022-12-02 13:16
When planning out the interior of your business location, off-the-shelf furniture quite simply doesn’t cut it. If you’re looking to make a unique style statement, and increase pr… Read More
2022-11-23 14:16
Found within settings such transport control, and emergency services management, control consoles are essential to the functionality of a range of mission critical industries. With the round… Read More
2022-11-11 12:03
With strong competition between local hair and beauty salons, making your salon stand out from the rest is essential. As your salon reception desk is often the first thing that anyone enteri… Read More
2022-11-03 10:00
For security control room operators, the ergonomics of a workplace is crucial. With the nature of continuous vigilance providing little to no time away from their stations, security furnitur… Read More
2022-10-24 12:00
In the world of broadcast media, equipment for editing is often highly specialised. With a variety of monitors, video mixers, and audio systems all at play, having the right set up is crucia… Read More
2022-10-14 08:30
Placing fun at the centre of the workplace isn’t always at the forefront of most business leaders’ minds. But it’s a fact that happier employees are more productive –… Read More
2022-10-07 11:00
With the increased awareness of climate change and environmental issues, sustainability is a huge focus for many businesses. Showing that your company is working to actively minimise its car… Read More
2022-09-29 12:00
For those working in Process Control industries, the design of a control room desk is of upmost importance. Trying to balance functionality, aesthetics, and ergonomics can be difficult to ac… Read More
2022-09-15 11:29
As workers and office return to the workplace, it’s important to make sure that your staff feel valued and happy in their environment. Fighting office fatigue is an essential aspect to… Read More
2022-09-07 08:30
In the fast-paced world of television production, the work that goes on behind the camera is often the most vital aspect. Over recent years, there has been a clear shift away from physical c… Read More
2022-09-01 13:00
With the 24/7 nature of an Air Traffic Control (ATC) room, console furniture for the space must meet a range of high specifications. Over recent years, there have been huge advances made to… Read More
2022-08-12 11:30
Furniture for radio broadcasting needs to be effective for a variety of different functions. The nature of the radio industry in today’s climate means that often, furniture has to be a… Read More
2022-08-08 12:30
Your workspace can say a lot about your business – and the forefront of this is always your reception area. As the first port of call for clients and customers, your success as a busin… Read More
2022-08-02 13:59
As the place where business ideas are created, and important deals are done, having the perfect boardroom is crucial. A great boardroom space should be accommodating for visitors and employe… Read More
2022-07-18 14:00
In today’s workplaces, trying to keep employees intrinsically motivated and happy can be a challenge. During a recent study, 75% of people reported that they would be more productive i… Read More
2022-07-15 10:50
In this blog, we will be putting forward two main reasons why salon reception desks need to be visually striking yet ergonomically built. Our voice comes from experience as we have several d… Read More
2022-07-11 12:31
Furniture has its own language. As soon as you step into a building, you can tell from the furniture in the room what the function of the room was set out to be. If a potential employee or g… Read More
2022-07-07 15:34
With people having now returned to the office post-pandemic, many businesses are trying to improve the ergonomics of their workplace. As the study of what you can do to help your workers sta… Read More
2022-07-01 11:30
In the age of digital media, it is vital that every broadcast media studio keeps up with the latest production technology. Any TV studio that wishes to stay ahead of the game must make sure… Read More
2022-05-13 10:00
If you’re in the broadcasting industry, you’ll be familiar with long hours and flexible working. A 24/7 media environment needs to an organised space with the right settings to h… Read More
2022-05-11 15:31
Psychology is such a broad field that is proving areas you might consider ordinary spaces make a big impact on our psyche and how we interpret the environment. Overwhelmingly, it is discover… Read More
2022-05-11 13:45
It may seem counter-intuitive to state something as fun and leisurely as a bespoke gaming table can boost productivity and positive attitudes towards hard work, but research shows it’s… Read More
2022-05-11 13:45
It may seem counter-intuitive to state something as fun and leisurely as a bespoke gaming table can boost productivity and positive attitudes towards hard work, but research shows it’s… Read More
2022-03-28 13:00
We have designed custom desks for several decades. While the 1990s may seem like a recent segment of history, the significance of the Knotty Ash team having started their manufacturing journ… Read More
2022-03-22 09:00
When you think of a broadcast studio desk, what do you think of? Whatever answer you come up with will not be wrong. But it also may not be the same as the person next to you when they are a… Read More
2022-03-16 16:37
If you own a salon, you know how important making a visual impact is on generating business. The look of the salon has an invaluable impact on drawing potential customers in and making them… Read More
2022-02-25 14:00
The demands of the broadcasting industry are vast. A fast-paced industry accommodating additional guests and requiring a laser focus on the job at hand carries with it a need for ergonomic… Read More
2022-02-21 10:00
The boardroom gets its moniker from a literal meeting: the room where a board of directors meet! Corporate professionalism and fancy furniture are two things most commonly associated with bo… Read More
2022-02-18 12:26
Help your staff to carry out their job to the best of their ability with ergonomically designed security console furniture. While many bosses might be tempted to overlook furniture as a comf… Read More
2022-01-21 09:00
Sustainability is the top priority of every business, individual and household in the current climate. More measures are increasingly being put in place to help protect the planet and the be… Read More
2022-01-17 00:00
At Knotty Ash, we specialise in creating bespoke furniture that is perfectly aligned with your environment and expertly designed for the industry you are in. Ultimately, you want security de… Read More
2022-01-07 00:00
When it comes to customised broadcast furniture, Knotty Ash are the experts. Our team are experienced in designing, manufacturing, and installing broadcast furniture to your bespoke requirem… Read More
2021-12-17 10:30
Innovation is certainly a word you could attribute to how we approach the manufacture of media edit desks at Knotty Ash Woodworking Ltd. Not least because we have such an impressive variety… Read More
2021-12-07 10:00
Custom furniture is integral to facilitating an efficient operation, boosting visitor perception and the ease of working. We have decades of experience in manufacturing custom broadcast stud… Read More
2021-12-01 09:30
The broadcasting industry is multi-faceted in its operation and layered in its workforce. Many components are fused together to create a functional radio studio environment and that means th… Read More
2021-11-25 10:30
The reception area is the first impression all types of visitors have of your building and business. It is also a workspace that often has multiple people interacting with it at once and sev… Read More
2021-11-17 14:00
Security is perhaps one of the most important areas where specific custom furniture can help your staff to perform their duties to the best of their ability. Security desks are a hub of acti… Read More
2021-11-11 09:30
We have been specialists in creating custom furniture for over 27 years. Our craftsmen are talented enough to design and manufacture furniture for a number of industries and create furniture… Read More
2021-10-26 08:30
At Knotty Ash, we understand the various demands of radio station studio furniture. Not only have we been building ergonomic desk furniture for almost three decades, but we have specialised… Read More
2021-10-15 09:00
At present, custom consoles are normally categorised as being of high importance in specific industries with unique demands. That opinion is correct, since our team are able to create custom… Read More
2021-10-05 09:00
It’s a big question every business owner asks themselves at some point. Technical furniture is suitable for enhancing workflow in a number of industries and all sizes of businesses, wi… Read More
2021-09-07 08:30
Not all desks were created equal. At Knotty Ash, our decades of experience has solidified our understanding of the truth that desks can now be complete systems that streamline your operation… Read More
2021-08-20 10:11
Our in-house design specialists have spent almost three decades perfecting the art of technical furniture and that can only be good news for you. If you are searching for a media desk that m… Read More
2021-08-10 09:10
The pandemic has changed the way we think about our workspace. Adaptations have always occurred in tandem with technological change and societal shifts but now this progression has been prop… Read More
2021-07-30 08:45
There are many factors to get right when it comes to kitting out your office. Whether you have moved to a new building, or you are making enhancements to your existing work habitat, the righ… Read More
2021-07-20 08:15
The advancement of technology has helped to propel security desks forward into the twenty-first century while simplifying the task at hand, as savvy ways of working are devised and revised c… Read More
2021-07-12 08:00
NEP UK
The team behind Knotty Ash are proud to announce the recent completion of a stunning studio fit-out for NEP UK. Their production centre is now fully equipped with our Broadcast One St… Read More
2021-07-08 09:30
At Knotty Ash Woodworking, we pride ourselves in delivering high quality products to a range of industries that often require bespoke, customisable designs. We apply this same ethos to the d… Read More
2021-07-02 13:15
For your first, or next, Broadcast Desk look no further than Knotty Ash Woodworking. With 27 years of experience, we are proud to consistently deliver high quality laboratory, broadcast, and… Read More
2021-05-15 08:00
With technology ever-evolving and more and more job roles being created every day, keeping up with changing workplace demands can be tricky. As more and more companies turn ‘digital&rs&hell…Read More
2021-05-08 08:00
Some business owners are put off the idea of installing custom consoles at their workplace fearing that they won’t fit with their aesthetic, will be too expensive or just because they… Read More
2021-05-01 08:00
When it comes to the workplace, it’s easy to overlook the aesthetics of furniture and the necessary tools of the trade, but a well put together office that is neat, tidy and profession… Read More
2021-04-15 08:00
In the broadcasting industry, the technology of the trade is valuable both literally and figuratively. Rolling news, television specials, radio shows and even advertorials can’t run wi… Read More
2020-03-16 12:30
When it comes to a bespoke counter, many businesses are often on the fence about where to position these stand out installations within their premises. With many choosing to emblazon desks w… Read More
2020-03-02 09:30
Most businesses rely on some sort of security to keep their assets and workforce safe, whether it’s a couple of security cameras or a whole network of surveillance. Regardless of how m… Read More
2019-10-07 13:01
The broadcast industry is constantly evolving and to stay on top of the continual change, staying in control of workloads is key. In spite of some developments in technology and production m… Read More
2019-10-01 12:58
Knotty Ash Woodworking was recently commissioned by ‘The Vanilla Rooms’, a hair salon in Hornchurch, East London to create a unique salon reception desk for their premises. The b… Read More
2019-09-02 15:59
We use wood veneer to form all of our boardroom furniture installations because of its distinction and high standard when compared to wood laminate. This material can be used to create impre… Read More
2019-09-02 15:58
Spending time in meetings takes up a large portion of the working day and if they’ve been lacking a bit of umph, it could be down to your boardroom furniture. Many companies make the m… Read More
2019-07-15 08:00
Wood veneer is a great material for various types of workplace furniture thanks to its versatility, durability and cost-effectiveness. When used to build boardroom furniture, wood veneer ins… Read More
2019-07-01 12:53
Choosing the right furniture for your office takes a lot of consideration and while practicality and cost-effectiveness may seem like the key factor, making sure an edit suite desk looks to… Read More
2019-06-21 12:49
In the fast-paced industry of broadcasting, it’s vital that every member of the team has the necessary tools to carry out their job to a high standard and in the most time efficient wa… Read More
2019-06-08 12:50
When it comes down to choosing the right boardroom furniture for your company, there are a number of factors that need to be considered. Besides being aesthetically pleasing and practical, b… Read More
2019-05-14 10:00
Working in broadcast there are a number of roles that all work in harmony towards a common goal, but with such a varying array of practices, it’s important to style broadcast desks aro… Read More
2019-05-01 08:00
Boardroom furniture often conjures up images of boring black, white and grey rooms with very little visual stimulation around the room. Generally, not the most inspiring of places which for… Read More
2019-04-18 08:00
Knotty Ash Woodworking are pleased to announce our latest piece of broadcast technical furniture, has now been designed and is ready to order today. The Broadcast One Studio Control Desk off… Read More
2019-04-10 08:14
When it comes to getting the most out of your edit suite furniture, the most important aspect is to make sure every employee is equipped for their role, so that they can meet deadlines, be c… Read More
2019-03-14 22:00
Deciding on the right edit suite furniture for your organisation can be challenging, particularly when there are several different roles with slightly different expectations of the pieces yo… Read More
2019-03-01 14:51
It’s no secret that the security industry is a tasking one for employees, with the responsibility of protecting your business and the staff within. Ensuring optimum vigilance means cre… Read More
2019-02-28 10:00
As premium woodwork suppliers, we know that every organisation has different requirements especially when technical job roles come into play. Media industries are a perfect example, with rol… Read More
2019-02-26 12:30
There are no set rules when it comes to styling an edit suite, but for most employees working in post-production, it’s important that they are accessible, formatted for speed and equip… Read More
2019-02-23 11:30
Investing in radio studio furniture is a big financial commitment for any station, regardless of size or listener-ship, so making sure that it lasts is key to preserving your investment. As… Read More
2019-02-22 16:38
All news and media outlets have them and while it may just be part of the furniture, a broadcast desk can provide a blank canvas to portray your business on. While serving journalists, DJ&rs&hell…Read More
2019-01-28 10:00
Furniture isn’t just a necessity in the workplace, the quality and style effects how well employees work and reflects you as a business, so it’s important that you choose a custo… Read More
2019-01-16 16:33
The new year started well for University students in York, as they unveiled a brand-new radio studio, featuring a desk especially made by Knotty Ash Woodworking. Opening on the 7th January… Read More
2019-01-14 09:56
It doesn’t matter what your industry is, being at the helm of the organisation means keeping tabs on all things going on inside of the business. Knowing who is doing what and when is v… Read More
2018-12-18 09:46
Here at Knotty Ash Woodworking our broadcasting furniture is used in all manner of professional environments from radio studios to TV galleries. Built with the highest quality materials and… Read More
2018-12-18 09:41
As experts in our field, we know that our discerning clients need something a little more unique from time to time. Although our range of console furniture is top quality and aesthetically a… Read More
2018-11-15 23:54
Designing a welcome area for any business should be driven by the desire to make a good first impression. Reception furniture not only acts as a geographical marker, a but is also a platform… Read More
2018-11-15 22:49
Media desks are the bricks and mortar of any broadcasting studio and the bedrock of everything else within. It could easily be considered the most important piece of equipment in the room an… Read More
2018-10-15 10:15
In the 24-hour rolling news sphere of the present day, finding radio studio desks that are up to the demands of the role is key to ensuring precise programming. Creating and ergonomic and in… Read More
2018-10-15 10:11
Any business owner knows that first impressions counts, so while you may have a nice suit for a meeting or well laid out plan for a project, making sure your premises reflects the right valu… Read More
2018-09-04 10:12
When it comes to kitting out a studio with new edit desks, compromising on quality should not be on the table (so to speak). Crafting an environment that promotes productivity, is appealing… Read More
2018-09-04 09:51
Working in the broadcast industry, the term ‘reshuffle’ sparks panic amongst the troops, but it can be beneficial. Luckily for those dedicated hacks out there, we’re more i… Read More
2018-08-07 21:38
Security is a serious business and those employed in the sector know that they can not afford to miss a beat. Being vigilant on behalf of a company, comes with the great responsibility of en… Read More
2018-08-07 18:00
When planning a revival of your workplace, furnishings take the lead role. Whether you’re having a total refit or just thinking of updating one room, brand new furnishings can not only… Read More
2018-06-05 01:43
First Choice for Technical FurnitureWhen it comes to technical furniture, there can be no compromise on quality. If you expect the highest-level work from your employees, then it is only rig… Read More
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