How To Select A Comfortable Office Chair
How To Select A Comfortable Office Chair
The office chair is the place where you spend
around 8 to 10 hours of a day. Everyone must have a comfortable and ergonomic
office chair. Working at one place required you to spend a great deal of time sitting
in one position. If the office chair you are sitting at for your entire day is
not comfortable, then you may end up with some physical pain in your spine. Not
only physical, but this sitting problem can also lead to frustration and
stress. It is extremely important to have an ergonomic office chair that
ensures a good sitting posture and supports your lower back.
A good and cozy office chair can make it
easier for you to carry out day to day activities easily without affecting your
back and overall health. Here are some of the highlighted points which you must
consider before buying a new office chair.
Adjustable Height
A chair with the facility of height adjustment
will provide you a cozy position at work. A chair must be having easy to adjust
operation w so you can change the height of the chair according to your height.
Normally the height of the seat ranges from
15 to 21 inches from the floor. Adjusting the height as per your
convenience, gives you the comfort of placing your legs flat on the floor, your
thighs comfortably horizontal, and your arms even at your desk. This is a very
basic element to look for when you are choosing an office chair.
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A Multiway Backrests
This part of the chair must give you the
comfort you own. Backrests come in both attached and detached manners. If your
backrest is attached to chair ten it must have a forward and backward
adjustment option. If the backrest is not attached to the chair then it must
have a feature of height adjustment with a locking mechanism. Also, the
backrest must be naturally supporting your curve of the spine and overall back
position.
Look for Good Lumbar support
Lumbar support is an essential part of an
ergonomic chair as it supports the lumbar region of the spine. It must support
the spine alignment to its natural curvature. Lumbar support keeps your muscles
from overtaxing and can help the injury to help if any. As you sit for long
hours in the office chair, you
must check this feature with additional adjustment. So you can properly fit in
the chair without hurting your spine.
Ample space of the seat
The seat must have ample space for you to sit
comfortably. 17 to 20 inches wide is a standard measure of the seat. You should
be able to sit in the chair with your back again on the backrest and have a gap
between your knees and seat. The seat must be adjustable too.
Soft padding and strong material
The build material of the chair must be strong
so you can rely on that chair for years. The good quality fabric and soft
paddings are more advisable when you are looking for an office chair. A tough
surface will give you pain after sitting on it for more than a few hours. Avoid
the seat with too soft or too hard material. The softness of the material must
be breathable.
Strong Armrests
the office chair must allow you to rest your
arms comfortably and it must be of strong quality material. Some chairs have an
adjustable feature to their arm sets also. This feature will allow you to
change the position of the armrest whenever you want.
Easy to operate chair system
Office chairs come with adjustment features
but these features are only good if they are easy to operate. If you have to
call a third person for the setting of your chair then you will end up sitting
uncomfortably. Some of the office chairs are so easy to operate that you can
change the setting with few touches.
Good quality Swivels
The good quality swivels make it easy to move
around and come again to your spot. It is a very essential part of a chair.
Most of the time, one has to move from one desk to another without actually
moving from the place, for some quick work. In this case, having flexible and
strong swivels will help you save time and effort.
Types of office chair
Office chairs come in a variety of types.
Office chairs affect our productivity and have a great impact on our health.
That is why choosing a suitable office chair type for your convenience is a
great deal. The endless list of types of chairs depends on many aspects. Here
we have listed and explained some basic and common types of office chairs for
you to choose the best one.
1. Mesh Office Chairs
2. Ergonomic Chairs
3. Leather chair
4. Saddle office chairs
5. Kneeling Chairs
6. Active sitting office chairs
7. Big and tall office chairs
8. Petite chairs
- Mesh Office Chairs
Mesh
office chairs are highly breathable and efficient for people who sweat
a lot while working. The mesh at the backrest gives the person sitting on the
chair, an airy atmosphere. Mesh office chairs are comfortable with Lumbar
support and waterfall edge which helps you for better blood circulation. Mesh
chairs are always high in demand as these chairs are comfortable and help to
maintain good posture. If you work in a hot climate or tend to sweat quickly
then this chair is made for you.
2. Ergonomic Chairs
Ergonomic
chairs are made for the people who spend their almost entire day
sitting at one place in the office. This chair provides a natural posture to
the user by preventing them from back pain or injury to the spine. These chairs
may cost more than the other chairs as it provides the million-dollar comfort.
- Leather chair
As the name suggests, leather chairs are the
ones made with or covered with leather material. These chairs look classy and
can give a stunning look to your cabin or desk. Due to their material. These
leather chairs are quite expensive than the other office chairs. However, if
you are thinking about buying a leather chair for your office then you must
keep in mind that these chairs need proper maintenance and it is important for
you to keep them properly clean.
- Saddle office chairs
Saddle chairs may look like a stool for a
layman but it is more than just that. These chairs are becoming hugely popular
as it lowers the muscle activities of the lumbar region and increases the
movement of the abdominals. It is also said to be pain relief for the back,
hip, neck, and arms. It straightens the upper body which leads you to have a
good posture overall. It helps your spine to be perfectly in position. Saddle
chairs come in two different types - divided and solid. This chair type is best
suitable for people with back pain or a bad spine position.
- Kneeling Chairs
Kneeling chairs are the one which allows your
knees to go down and stabilize a good position of sitting. It helps to reduce
back pain and maintain a better position. It also prevents spinal compression
and back stress. Though, kneeling chairs are not meant to sit for long terms.
If you use a kneeling chair for your everyday 9 to 5 job then it will cause you
some serious issues related to leg, and knees.
- Active sitting office chairs
As the name suggests, active sitting office
chairs give you room to do more activities while sitting at the chair. It is
more convenient if you have a multi-tasking job where you constantly have to
move from one desk to another. It also promotes the health benefits of core
engagement, muscle strength, and active participation of many muscles.
- Big and tall office chairs
Big and tall chairs are made for people who
are m=bigger and taller than the commoners.
These chairs are characterized by their weight and height capacities.
Not only the height of the chair but also the backrest seat height is large and
they have wide seats and armrests. These chairs are best suitable for tall and
heavy build people.
- Petite chairs
As there is a chair for big and tall people,
there comes a chair for small and petite people too. These chairs have a small
base, comparatively smaller seats, a lower gas lift for small people. When
small people use regular size chairs, they may adjust themselves well but may
not have the ultimate satisfaction of sitting in a comfortable chair. Petite
chair solves this issue for people with a petite body structure.
Different Types of Office Chairs
According To The Work Role
There are many types and subtypes available in
office chairs. These types can be distinguished in two parts, one is according
to their height, positioning, and structures and the second is according to
their work role. Many different types of professionals use different types of
chairs suitable and comfortable for their work role. The above-mentioned chairs
are types distinguished by their structure and positioning and the
below-mentioned chair types are based on their work roles.
1. Drafting Chairs
2.
Executive office chairs
3. Task
Chairs
4. Office Stool
1. Drafting Chairs
Drafting chairs are for those who stand while
doing their work as professors or artists. This chair allows these
professionals to sit for a few minutes and get back to their standing work
without disturbing their workflow. Drafting chairs are well suitable for you if
you have such a work role.
No one can stand for 8 to 9 hours at their
workplace, therefore these chairs were invented. Drafting chairs are easy to
move and have a pace for the person to quickly sit and stand. You can also pair
these chairs with drafting tables and heightened desks. Usually, a drafting
chair comes with a foot ring to give support to the user's feet and adjust the
height and balance of the chair.
2. Executive office chairs
Executive
office chairs are highly in demand. You will see this type of chair in
almost every office. These chairs are most likely used by the higher-ups. It
looks very appealing, stylish, and yet gives the expected comfort. Executive
office chairs are thick padded, overstuffed, and may have real leather
material. These chairs also come with a massage head or recline function for
more comfort.
3. Task Chairs
Task chairs are simply designed chairs for
fulfilling the handy task. They come in two subtypes - small back task chair
and mid-back task chair. Small back task chairs are ideal for compact
structured offices with less space to roam around while a mid-back task chair
is a large chair with a distinctive combination of style and structure.
4. Office Stool
If you need a more flexible and mobile office
chair for the additional quick works then office stools can fulfill your
requirements. These stools come with swivels and a height adjustment feature.
These are ideal for short-term uses at the dentist or doctor's office. These
can also be used in restaurants or cafes.
Physical And Mental Effects of
Office Chairs
Many studies have proven that an uncomfortable
office chair can result in mental and physical issues. Along with the time, there come various
reports which clearly state there can be the risk of musculoskeletal disorder
in the joints to the people who do not have a comfortable office chair. As the
world is changing, many people are doing work from home, in this situation,
people do work by sitting on the sofa or bed or a normal chair which is for
guests in the living room. Using these inappropriate pieces of furniture can
lead to disaster in your nerves and joints.
In the beginning, it may feel like minor back pain but it can lead to
many disorders concerned with bones and spine.
The chair you are using at the workplace
decides your sitting posture and gives support to your spine and core muscles.
These muscles and organs are the crucial parts of our bodies, if these parts
get damaged, it will cost you a fortune as well as mental stress.
Physically, a good office chair can provide
comfort to the employee. This comfort may convert to mental comfort and
productivity. The comfort is much needed when you are working for hours by
sitting in one place. If you are not comfortable in the chair, you can't fully
focus on your work, and being productive will be a faraway thing.
Another thing is, a nice, cozy, and
comfortable office chair provides you with a certain settlement. It means you
know you are well-settled in one place, that place and chair are yours. This
gives a filling of personalization in the workplace. Also, if your chair is comfortable
and yet stylish, it can give a decent look to your desk and ultimately to your
office.
The major physical impact of an office chair
on an individual is on his or her health and wellness. These days, new
designers and furniture manufacturers are coming up with more comfortable,
stylish, colorful, and excellent office chairs that can fulfill both the
physical and mental demands of the user.
Different features of an office chair result
in the comfort of the user. The right office chair can increase your
productivity, engagement, and even motivation. If you are an employer and want
to change your office's furniture, take the time to choose precise office
chairs as per your employee’s demands. If you are choosing an office chair for
yourself then you must know which type will give you more physical and mental
comforts.
The other noticeable fact about an office
chair is, a good office chair can boost your productivity and let your creative
juices flow freely. It encourages movement which ultimately results in the
freshness of mind.
The last but not least, a good office chair
keeps your posture secure, gives you ample space to be yourself, and also gives
you a feeling of home at the office.
The Psychological Impacts of
Office Chairs
Your sitting position, place, and atmosphere
around you can tell many psychological facts. The office chair you regularly
sit in, can affect your psychological health.
The uncomfortable chair leads to negative vibes and the perfectly
comfortable one leads to positivity and productivity. To know what is happening
in our mind by the use of the office chair, you have to look for a detailed
psychological study. However, many researchers and psychiatrists have found
that your sitting position and level of comfort at work can tell a lot of
things about your mental state as the office chairs have a great impact on your
psychology.
Your workspace and the chair you sit on every
day can make a big difference in your career achievements. Metaphorically
speaking, many people want to earn a chair at the workplace. Though, what we
are talking about here is about your mental health and the chair you are using
at the workplace.
Imagine, your office chair is quite bent
towards your left and you always hear the conversation your co-employee has
over her personal or even work related phone calls, won’t it be irritating to
hear someone else's details? if your
office chair has a hard and rough base which makes you feel terrible, in this
situation, will you be able to fully focus on your work at hand?
The answer is No. You can't tolerate someone
else's chattering nor the rough base of your chair. These things seem to be
minor but affect you psychologically. On the other hand, having a comfortable
chair with adjustable height and nice built swivels can make you more
productive and can increase your engagement and motivation at work.
The researches have shown that using a good
adjustable and comfortable chair can help you to do better at work. When we
think about buying a chair, all we take into consideration is the position it
will give to our body or its features, the material used, and so on. But have
you ever thought about which chair will give me a stable mind with which I can
focus on my work? The answer is, a comfortable chair suitable to your height
and other requirements will be fulfilling to your mind too. Only the cranky or
uncomfortable chairs produce a negative or dull perspective at the office. A
good chair can make you focus on work making you attentive, evaluate your
memory, and can make your mind flexible with different ideas and tasks.
Before the industrial era, people who used to
work at someplace, offices or on their desks, they either sat on stools or had
the same chairs for their desks as for their living rooms or dining tables.
Many wealthy people then started using their sofa chair as an office
chair. This leads to the idea that an
office chair must be comfortable, flexible to move around, and adjustable too.
As the furniture industry developed with time, people started recognizing the
importance of having a comfortable office chair at the workplace. These days,
many people have adapted the style of working from home, though it may affect
your physical and mental health.
Selecting an office chair can be tricky when
you are not aware of its types and benefits. Office chairs are designed to give
physical and mental comfort to the employee or the user. There is a high
advancement in office furniture
which can affect the mental health of an individual. Taking all these points
into consideration, one must choose the best office chair at a reasonable
price.
Your office chair can define how your work is
going to be. If you sit in the office chair while sipping your morning tea and
everything is comfortable while you are typing your to-do list and checking
emails, the workday will automatically flow smoothly without trouble. These
minor things make a huge impact on your working abilities.
In this post, every aspect of an office chair
is explained. All you have to do is, go through it first and know the perfectly
suitable chair made for you out in the market. Choose wisely as the chair can
change your feeling and productivity at work.
