Our Story

Minimal Design for Everyday Comfort

PlankBlank creates simple wooden bases that provide even surfaces for laptop use, isolating heat and ensuring comfort in any position while respecting our planet.

10,000+
Happy Customers
10,000
Trees Planted
98%
Satisfaction Rate
0
Carbon Footprint

Our Mission

We improve daily work by providing simple wooden bases that create comfortable, ventilated surfaces for laptops in any setup.

In a world of complex accessories, our flat bases offer reliable isolation and comfort through sustainable simplicity.

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Environmental Commitment

For every PlankBlank sold, we plant a tree. We've achieved carbon-neutral operations and use only sustainably sourced materials.

Our Values

These principles guide every decision we make, from material selection to customer service

Sustainability First

Every PlankBlank flat base is crafted from responsibly sourced wood with minimal environmental impact. We plant a tree for every product sold.

Human-Centered Design

We prioritize user comfort by creating a stable even surface that isolates laptops from legs, improving ventilation in any position.

Purposeful Minimalism

Our flat wooden base does one thing exceptionally well: provides comfortable isolation for better laptop use anywhere.

Uncompromising Quality

Premium materials ensure your PlankBlank base provides reliable comfort and ventilation for years to come.

Meet Our Team

The passionate individuals behind PlankBlank's mission to create better workspace experiences

Sarah Chen - Founder & Designer
Sarah Chen

Founder & Designer

Former UX designer at tech giants, Sarah founded PlankBlank after experiencing discomfort from laptop heat on legs, leading to our isolation base design. Her background in human-centered design drives our product philosophy.

Marcus Rodriguez - Master Craftsman
Marcus Rodriguez

Master Craftsman

With 20+ years in fine woodworking, Marcus ensures every PlankBlank meets our exacting quality standards. His expertise in creating flat, stable surfaces from sustainable wood guides our material choices.

Emily Watson - Sustainability Director
Emily Watson

Sustainability Director

Environmental scientist turned entrepreneur, Emily oversees our carbon-neutral operations and reforestation partnerships. She ensures PlankBlank remains a force for environmental good.

Our Journey

From a personal problem to a global solution

2021
The Problem

Sarah experiences discomfort from laptop heat on legs, begins researching isolation solutions

2022
First Prototype

After testing dozens of materials, the first flat wooden prototype is created

2023
PlankBlank Launch

Official launch with 100 handcrafted units, selling out in 48 hours

2024
Growing Impact

Over 10,000 PlankBlanks sold, 10,000 trees planted, carbon-neutral operations achieved

Where We're Based

Our workshop and headquarters are located in Portland, Oregon, where we handcraft each PlankBlank with care and attention to detail.

We chose Portland for its commitment to sustainability, thriving maker community, and access to responsibly sourced Pacific Northwest timber.

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