What's a herringbone layout for flip-top training tables and when does it work?

A herringbone (or chevron) layout for training tables arranges rows at 45-degree angles pointing toward the front presentation area — like a fish skeleton pattern. This layout gives participants angled sightlines to a central screen or presenter rather than looking straight ahead from parallel rows. The advantage: better visibility from seats that would otherwise be on the far sides of a classroom. The tradeoff: herringbone layouts use more floor space per seat than straight rows and require more precision in setup. Herringbone works best in wider-than-deep rooms where the standard classroom layout would leave side-aisle seats with poor sightlines. For rooms that are deeper than wide, a standard parallel row layout usually works better. FindOfficeFurniture.com — call 888-719-4960.