If you're looking for an office chair with maximum comfort and optimal style, there are a few things you should think about before making a purchase. First, consider the frequency and environment in which the chair will be used. Will you be moving around a lot? Are you concerned about back support? Once you know the basics you can begin to examine the types of designs and materials that work best for you. Use this buying guide as a resource and find comfort in your workday!
Office Chair Parts
Different types of desk chairs and office chairs have features that have continued to increase over the years to meet the demand for a more comfortable user experience. Below are some of those features and the benefits they are designed to provide:
Many work environments lean towards the classic office chair. This is because it offers stability and comfort throughout your workday, while still being perfectly suited for a collaborative setting. Our wide selection of mid and high-back chairs provide proper seating for various settings whether it be an office cubicle or large conference room.
Mid-Back Office Chairs
- Ideal for the average 8-hour work day
- Casters included
- Arm rests, lumbar support, padded seats, and coat racks optional
High-Back Office Chairs
- Sturdy to provide comfort and support for long work days
- Casters and arm rests included
- Lumbar support, padded seats, and coat racks optional
Ideal for a variety of office environments, the task chair comes in both small-back and mid-back styles. This chair provides ample back support while still maintaining a simple design. Whether you're working from home or your restaurant's office, this convenient chair type will be sure to suit your needs.
Small-Back Task Chairs
- Compact structure and maneuverable casters
- Able to fit in tight areas
- Arm rests and padded seats optional
Mid-Back Task Chairs
- Available in many styles and colors for best structure and style
- Ideal for home offices
- Arm rests, lumbar support, and padded seats optional
We believe proper seating for guests is just as important in the office as it is in the home. That's why our selection of mid-back side chairs is fit for all body types and comfort levels to help you provide the best possible seating for your guests, clients, and staff. The mid-back side chair provides support and comfort for your guests and clients with its sleek yet durable design. Arm rests, lumbar support, and padded seats are optional.
Do you need a more mobile office chair? Stools are prime seating in terms of high mobility and short-term use – ideal for doctor and dentist offices, as well as other fast-paced environments like restaurants and cafes where you frequently have to switch between sitting and standing. Often used for medical and dentistry offices, the stool is a less cumbersome option than a traditional office chair. As the most mobile option, the stool is perfect for moving easily across floors and in small spaces. Back rests, casters, and foot rests are optional.
If you’re looking for a unique chair to help with posture and circulation then look no further than our kneeling chairs! The kneeling chair is a great addition to an office setting because it is ergonomically friendly and helps keep you alert throughout the day. Kneeling chairs provide relief for back pain while maintaining proper posture. The lack of back requires core muscles to keep you upright and increases blood flow to help keep you alert during your workday. Lumbar support, casters, and foot rests are included. Padded seats and back rests are optional.
Frame Material Types
Choosing your chair frame will determine the level of physical support provided and will be responsible for the impression you give to clients and coworkers. It's important to note the benefits and limitations of each popular material provided.
- Polished appearance
- Provides corrosion resistance
- Lightweight
- Easy to scratch
- Weaker material
- Polished appearance
- Provides corrosion resistance
- Heavy-duty material
- Easy to clean
- More expensive option
- Durable
- Can be powder-coated for a smooth appearance
- Easily rusts without care
- Lightweight
- Durable
- Less environmentally-friendly than other options
- Low maintenance
- Provides corrosion resistance
- Can be powder-coated for a smooth appearance
- Higher initial cost
- Natural
- Durable
- Sustainable
- Higher initial cost
- Heavier material
Seat Material Types
Choosing the seat material for your office chair will determine its comfortability and durability as a high contact area. Picking the right material demands careful consideration. Below are the benefits and limitations of each unique material.
- Less expensive alternative to genuine leather
- Sophisticated look
- Poor breathability
- Frequent maintenance
- Minimal upkeep
- Generally well-padded
- Can be damaged easier than other materials
- Wears thin with consistent use
- Sophisticated appearance
- Matches most decor
- Generally well-padded
- Long-lasting
- Naturally resistant to stains, spills, and smells
- Expensive
- Needs occasional conditioning
- Sensitive to extreme cold or heat
- Modern, sleek appearance
- Low-maintenance
- Well-ventilated
- Not ideal for long periods of use
- Stain resistant
- Durable
- Resistant to sun fade
- Attracts dust and hair
- Less environmentally-friendly than other options
- Lightweight
- Budget friendly
- Resistant to stains, spills, and smells
- Lacks built-in padding
- Lacks built-in padding
- Lacks longevity
- High-density
- Durable
- Lacks built-in padding
- Durable
- Easy to clean
- Easy to clean
- Can be damaged easier than other materials
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