About Gafopu
Gafopu began operations in 2008 when three furniture craftsmen decided to focus exclusively on office desks. Our workshop in London started with a team of 8 specialists and a 500-square-metre production space. We manufactured 12 desk models that first year, selling directly to small businesses across Greater London.
The business grew steadily. By 2012, we expanded our facility to 1,200 square metres and increased staff to 23 people. We introduced laminated particleboard construction alongside solid wood options, which reduced costs without compromising structural integrity. This allowed us to serve medium-sized offices and coworking spaces.
Today, our 35-person team produces over 60 desk configurations using CNC machinery for precision cutting and automated edge-banding equipment. We work with 18mm and 25mm chipboard, powder-coated steel frames, and adjustable height mechanisms from German suppliers.
Our Mission
We manufacture functional office desks at accessible price points. Our focus is on reliable construction methods and materials that meet British Standard BS EN 527 for office furniture. Each desk undergoes load testing to 75kg minimum capacity before leaving our facility.
We aim to supply businesses with workspace furniture that performs its function without unnecessary features or inflated pricing. Our product range covers executive desks, corner workstations, sit-stand models, and benching systems for open-plan offices.
Looking Forward
We plan to expand our modular desk systems and increase the use of FSC-certified materials to 80% by 2026. Our engineering team is currently developing a cable management system integrated into the desk structure, scheduled for release in Q3 2025.
What Guides Our Work
Material Standards
We use E1-grade particleboard with formaldehyde emissions below 0.1 ppm, steel tubing with 1.2mm minimum wall thickness, and water-based lacquers meeting VOC regulations.
Production Accuracy
Our CNC routers maintain ±0.3mm tolerances on component dimensions. This precision ensures consistent assembly and eliminates gaps in finished products.
Testing Protocol
Every desk model undergoes 50,000-cycle stability testing, 100kg static load verification, and surface resistance checks before entering our catalogue.
Direct Supply
We sell directly from our London facility with delivery across England within 5-7 working days. This eliminates distributor markups and reduces your procurement costs.