We’ve reported on these retro tanker desks before, and have found several other companies outside of L.A. offering these popular, rehabbed mid-century originals. All of these shops offer several styles and a dizzying range of custom colors.
First up is Minneapolis-based Past Present Future. PPF offers a range of desks, credenzas, storage and seating, available in restored “as is” finish like this double pedestal tanker in original steel.
Although this single pedestal tanker is quite pretty in pink:
My favorite is this double pedestal in aqua blue:
DIY RESOURCE:
For a real “steel” try snagging one on Craig’s List and rehab it yourself. You can find step-by-step photo instructions on how to refinish a tanker desk yourself at Twelve Stone.
WHERE TO BUY:
Bergen Office Furniture
127 West 26th Street
New York, NY 10001
212.366.6677
Thistle & Crowe
3109 Selwyn Avenue
Charlotte, NC 28209
704.858.2345
Espinosa Furniture
2352 Venloe Dr
Poland, OH 44514
330.757.3177
Sonrisa
7609 Beverly Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90036
800.668.1020
Retro Office, Inc.
9526 Ann Street
Santa Fe Springs, CA. 90670
888.501.5660
Tip: There’s an online color customizer tool to design your own.
