Many office workers who spend several hours every day at their desks complain of back and neck pain in the evening. Often the cause of these sensations is a bad chair in which a person sits in a tense or unnatural position. Low-quality furniture has a negative impact on both health and work efficiency: it causes rapid fatigue and leads to the development of osteochondrosis, radiculitis, and intervertebral hernias.
To avoid such problems, you should be careful when purchasing an office chair. There are many models on the market, quite different in appearance and cost. How to choose a comfortable and reliable option, avoiding unnecessary expenses?
Types of chairs
Depending on the place where you plan to install the chair, there are models for managers, for employees and for visitors.
The executive chairs are generously sized. As a rule, such models have a high back, wide armrests and soft upholstery made of genuine leather in discreet colors: black, brown or beige.
Under the seat there is a durable metal support with five horizontal beams, at the ends of which wheels are installed - this design allows the person in the chair to quickly turn around or move from one end of the table to the other, solving work problems.
The chairs for employees look more modest. Their five-beam support can be made of either plastic or metal, the back often ends at shoulder level, and sometimes there are no armrests. For the upholstery of such chairs, both artificial leather and durable textiles are used.
The chairs for visitors look completely different - they look like ordinary chairs. Such furniture does not need wheels to move around the office, so it uses runners or traditional legs as support. The seats of such models can be hard (made of polypropylene) or soft (upholstered in fabric or leather).
The premium chairs in this category have a back and seat covered in genuine leather, and the legs and armrests are made of polished wood. Such furniture is usually installed in the director’s office or in meeting rooms where important business partners are received.
Of course, swivel chairs on wheels are not only purchased for offices. Many people also need such a model at home - for gaming or working on the computer.
For example, you can buy a special child seat . It looks like a staff model, but is smaller in size.
For keen gamers, gaming chairs with a cross on wheels, a high back and armrests are produced. They differ from office furniture in a brighter design - such furniture can be red, turquoise, lemon, or light green. Since a person often leans or, on the contrary, leans back while playing, gaming chairs are characterized by high stability and more precise adjustment to the needs of the owner.
For example, in many models the backrest reclines to an almost lying position, and the armrests have 3D adjustment: they can be moved horizontally, vertically and even placed at an angle.
Selecting the type of design
Depending on the functional purpose of the orthopedic structure, the following types of chairs are distinguished:
- Office option.
- Computer orthopedic chair.
- Lounge chair.
- Children's model.
The nature of the loads on various muscle groups depends on the type of activity, which means that the design of the chair will differ in different modifications.
Characteristics
The main characteristics of office chairs include:
- maximum load capacity;
- support material;
- upholstery material;
- presence of a headrest;
- presence of armrests.
The weight limit or maximum load capacity of the chair is an important characteristic for those who are oversized people. Most models are designed to withstand a load of 120 kg, but there are products that can withstand 150 and even 250 kg.
In chairs with a load capacity of up to 120 kg, the support material can be either metal or high-strength plastic. Models designed for a user weighing over 150 kg are installed on a metal cross. To give the executive chairs a presentable appearance, this detail is sometimes decorated with wooden panels.
When examining the chair support, pay attention to the wheels of the furniture. Non-scratch elements with rubberized or felt pads are designed for hard floor coverings. Fully plastic wheels are a suitable option for carpet.
The upholstery material is also of great importance . Usually this is leather (natural or artificial) or wear-resistant textiles. Leather chairs look more solid and are easier to maintain, but if the office is hot, sitting on them may not be very comfortable. Fabric upholstery is more convenient in this regard, but if necessary, such a model is more difficult to clean from stains or dust.
Features of selection by material
The frame is the main element of any furniture, so it is important to pay special attention to its structure and quality. This is the only way the buyer will receive a durable and reliable option that will last a long time and will not break during the next use. Manufacturers make chair-beds from:
- Chipboard. This option is considered the most budget-friendly. When purchasing, attention is paid to the quality of slab processing. Some use appropriate impregnations for this, which protect the structure from fungus, insects and mold. Manufacturers also offer chipboard structures with lamination or veneering. Both options are no worse than impregnation and do their job well.
- Wooden boards. This design is suitable for people who plan to use the furniture for decades. The frame made of boards is durable. It is made from both soft and heavy wood species, for example: oak, birch, maple. Such options also have disadvantages - sensitivity to mechanical damage, so such furniture must be handled carefully.
- Metal. The frame is made of durable metal, which does not require constant maintenance and guarantees high reliability and strength throughout its entire service life. To prevent the corrosion process, the metal part is treated with protective paints. This increases technical characteristics and service life. In addition, models with metal pipes are easy to care for: just remove the dirty cover and wash it. The disadvantage of this design is the high price. There are also budget options, but they have a small steel thickness, which leads to a loss of strength characteristics. The recommended value should be 1-2 mm (it is not recommended to buy less).
- Combined materials. Excellent value for money and quality. Technical characteristics and functionality are at a decent level. Compact versions are also sold that can easily fit in a small apartment.
Comfort
The comfort of a person in a chair is determined by the softness of the seat . Models are divided into hard, medium and soft, with a thick layer of elastic foam. If you plan to work for a long time, it is advisable to give preference to the latter option.
The shape of the front edge of the seat directly affects the well-being of the owner of the chair. To avoid squeezing blood vessels and ensure normal blood flow, it should be round and not cut into the thighs of a sitting person.
Adjusting the seat depth will help relieve leg muscles from fatigue . To sit comfortably in a chair, there should be about 6 cm from the inner bend of the knee to the edge of the seat. If this distance is less, you will “slide” out of the chair, and if it is more, you will have to constantly strain your legs. A negative seat angle , when its edge is slightly raised, also helps ensure a comfortable position
Adjusting the height of the seat helps to adjust , with the help of which the distance from the floor changes.
A comfortable backrest should have an anatomical shape that follows the contours of the body - for this purpose, the furniture is equipped with a small cushion in the area of the lumbar deflection. To position it in the area of greatest curvature of the spine of a particular person, you will need a backrest height adjustment .
If not only the height changes, but also the angle of the backrest , you can relax by leaning back in your chair while relaxing. All adjustments should be smooth and easy: ideally, the user should control the seat height and backrest tilt with one hand, without standing up.
Many office chairs have a rocking mechanism , but it's not just for entertainment. This option allows you to take different positions, reduces the load on the intervertebral discs and allows you to relax your back muscles during short breaks from work. Using this mode, you can rock in the chair, fix the tilt positions of the backrest and seat, and also adjust the resistance force of the backrest depending on the weight of the user.
Rocking mechanisms are divided into several types. The most popular of them include:
The most common is the “ top gun ” - it is built into both office and gaming furniture. This mode allows you to enable the rocking option (the angle of the backrest varies from 90 to 130 degrees) or fix the chair in the working position (with a straight back). In a chair equipped with the “ tog-gun lux ” function, the tilt of the back and seat can be fixed at different angles.
Multiblock systems and a synchronizing mechanism are usually installed in expensive executive chairs. They allow you to simultaneously change the angle of the backrest and seat, fix the model in several positions, adjust the design depending on the weight, or recline the backrest strongly, taking a reclining position.
Chairs with a frame.
The very name of this type implies the presence of a chair base, which can be wooden, plastic or metal. In addition, frame chairs can, in turn, perform different functions, namely, they can be mobile (they can be unfolded and folded) and solid, i.e. stationary.
An optimal and universal option is to consider a chair bed, which can perform two functions at once: both the function of relaxation in a sitting position and the ability to offer services as a bed. It is very practical to have an extra bed and not take up a large area in the interior of the room. Therefore, a guest who suddenly arrives at your place will be provided with a sleeping place. Manufacturers of these types of chairs offer different types of built-in mechanisms for transforming the chair into a bed.
Stationary chairs, in addition to their main function - complete, comfortable and pleasant rest, can serve as a bright element of your interior. An example of this would be a classic chair near the fireplace, with rests for the head and arms.
To make your time in the chair more comfortable and enjoyable, manufacturers offer additional auxiliary accessories that only expand the range of the relaxation process itself. This means the presence of a mechanism for adjusting the back of the chair, reproducing the massage effect, etc.
Criterias of choice
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Groups of orthopedic chairs
Depending on the design, orthopedic chairs are divided into three groups:
- With a one-piece back.
- Model with a segment back.
- Model with additional inserts-rollers.
- Chair with orthopedic mattress.
Differences in design are determined by the frequency of practical use, the wishes of the owner of the chair and the purpose of use.
Before purchasing a specific model, it is best to familiarize yourself with photos of orthopedic chairs in the catalogs of furniture stores.
Office chair - characteristics
This type of furniture is radically different from a simple stool or lounge chair. Products intended for long-term office work in an almost unchanged position at the table must optimally suit the person in terms of height and other anthropological data. When choosing a chair for an office or study, it is advisable to compare the characteristics of the samples you like. A photograph or a quick inspection of the appearance of a display case does not provide complete information; when studying the passport, familiarize yourself with the following parameters:
- Upholstery and frame material.
- The presence of adjustment mechanisms (height and depth of the backrest, tilt angles).
- Dimensions of the assembled product.
- If you purchase a folding office chair, then you need to know its dimensions, taking into account all the adjustments.
- Color and design.
- The weight of the product itself.
- Maximum weight load on the seat.
- Cost.
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Rating of the best models in country style
Charm Country accordion
This is a good medium-hard option with a drawer for storing bed linen. The transformation mechanism is an accordion. The product is made with high quality and will last a long time even with frequent use.
The average cost is 14,000 rubles.
chair-bed Charm Country accordion
Advantages:
- beautiful performance;
- durable frame;
- comfortable armrests;
- simple mechanism;
- high quality upholstery.
Flaws:
- not detected.
Toronto Country Graphite
This is a comfortable model with a metal frame that will last more than 7 years. The filler is highly elastic polyurethane foam. The material does not sink over time and is soft, which is why it is not necessary to purchase a mattress. Upholstery type: matting. The product does not have armrests, but this does not create any particular discomfort. Sold in several colors, so finding the right model is easy.
The average cost is 16,800 rubles.
chair-bed Toronto Country Graphite
Advantages:
- unusual appearance;
- convenient layout;
- soft filler;
- comfortable.
Flaws:
- not identified.
Types of office chairs
There is an unofficial division of products into categories, which makes it easier to select office furniture. First, let's look at the types of office chairs according to their purpose:
- Executive chairs.
- Chairs for the visitor.
- Staff chairs.
- Children's office chairs.
Types of office chairs based on design:
- Non-monolithic models - the seat is connected to the back using an additional mechanism, armrests, plates or other fastening.
- Monolithic models are office chairs with a rigid backrest, in which the main elements are attached to a single frame.
Executive chairs
This type of office furniture is distinguished by an expensive design, increased comfort, and prestigious upholstery and frame materials. When purchasing an executive chair, be sure to take into account the interior and colors of the office set. The backs of this category of products are predominantly high, often decorated with stylish decor. It is desirable to have a headrest, armrests, a rocking mechanism, and all the main types of frame adjustment.
Staff chairs
Often, in order to reduce the cost of the cost, companies buy staff the same type of monolithic models of the simplest design, but it is tiring to stay in them for a long time. The best option is when employees are allowed to select an individual office swivel chair with a backrest and other devices to improve comfort. If you need to work at the computer for many hours, it is recommended to purchase hybrid products with adjustable seat rigidity and tilt, backrest adjustment, and a locking mechanism.
Office chairs for visitors
The most budget option for an inexpensive interior is simple furniture with metal legs without additional settings. Wooden products in a classic style are considered a more expensive and prestigious choice. For visitors and conference rooms, it is advisable to purchase an office chair without wheels on a strong and durable frame with wear-resistant and easy-to-clean upholstery. It is recommended to buy furnishings for reputable offices, albeit of varying degrees of complexity, but in a single design.
Types of visitor chairs:
- Office chair for visitors with standard legs.
- Office chair on skids (conference chair).
Publications
Office chairs and chairs are usually divided into three groups.
- The executive chairs are the most expensive and most technically equipped. They are usually more massive, taller and more representative than other chairs and armchairs in the office. The manager's chair is often located in his office, and if the vast office space is fully visible, it rises above everyone, confirming the status of its owner.
- Armchairs and chairs for ordinary employees are distinguished by their simplicity and convenience. In order for a person to remain productive throughout the day, his workplace must be thought out to the smallest detail.
- Visitor chairs are simple in design and usually correspond to the overall style of the office.
While working, it is common for a person to frequently change body position: people sway, fidget in their seats, sit on a chair “astride” or sideways. Therefore, a proper desk chair is an ergonomically designed chair that is designed to suit the human body.
The seat height of a chair or armchair should correspond to your height. The ideal position of the spine while sitting can be compared to the Latin letter S. It is desirable that the angle between the seat and the back of the chair be a little more than 90. The armrests take the weight of the arms, removing the weight from the spine and shoulders. It is especially important to have armrests when working at a computer.
The technical equipment of the chairs of managers and employees differs somewhat. The manager's chair is often equipped with the so-called. swing spring regulator, allowing the “chief” to gently lean back. All good work chairs are equipped with a pneumatic mechanism for lifting the seat; sometimes there is also adjustment of the backrest angle and the height of the armrests. The latest fashion trend is mobile furniture, so most office chairs and chairs are equipped with wheels.
The service life of a high-quality chair or armchair is calculated in years, depending on the intensity of use. The upholstery of executive chairs is usually made of genuine high-quality leather in classic colors: black, dark brown, burgundy, etc. Armchairs and chairs for ordinary employees are most often covered with fabric, usually printed, less often with leatherette. Chairs for visitors and in meeting rooms are covered with artificial leather or fabric.
The colors of the upholstery of armchairs and chairs for ordinary employees can be any: both bright, cheerful colors and dark, classic ones are appropriate in the workroom. The only requirement is that all the colors in your office match each other.
Legs, crosspieces and armrests of chairs and armchairs. made from different materials. The base and armrests of the executive chairs can be made of fine wood or chromed aluminum. The hard parts of chairs for visitors and employees are most often made of plastic or polypropylene, less often of metal.
The price of a good office chair for an ordinary employee, made in Europe, is about $100. An executive chair costs on average 4-5 times more. Domestic manufacturers produce chairs and armchairs of acceptable quality, and their cost is several times lower.
How to choose office chairs?
Sitting for hours on an uncomfortable seat is very tiring and leads to health problems. The best performance is obtained when working in a comfortable position with the least load on the spine. For this reason, orthopedic office chairs with ergonomic characteristics are gaining popularity. Let us describe the criteria for choosing this furniture:
- Easily adjustable seat height and backrest tilt.
- The presence of a shock absorber.
- Five-beam support on rollers.
- It’s good if an office chair with a high back is equipped with a bolster in the place of the lumbar deflection.
- The lower edge of the seat with a rounded shape puts less pressure on the blood vessels of the legs.
- The backrest should be chosen with an anatomical shape.
- An office chair with armrests provides increased comfort by providing elbow support.
- The swing mechanism allows you to periodically relax, change your body position, stretch your muscles, and disperse your blood.
- With headrests, the neck becomes less stiff.
- Upholstery made of natural leather is more reliable than leatherette, looks more solid, and allows air to pass through better.
- Less expensive microfiber seats are often used for staff chairs. Mesh backs look modern and are indispensable in the heat.
Rating of the best models in the Art Nouveau style
Relax Rio
This is a high-quality design with a reliable folding mechanism. The filler is pleasant and soft and does not shrink over time. Height – 90 cm. Sold in several colors, which allows you to choose the most suitable option for your interior. Made in Art Nouveau style. The upholstery is fabric, not electrified, which guarantees convenient operation.
The average price is 22,000 rubles.
armchair-bed Relax Rio
Advantages:
- high-quality frame;
- nice upholstery;
- comfortable;
- simple layout mechanism.
Flaws:
- no critical ones were found.
Stolline Remix 1
This budget model with a beautiful style is intended for adults. The upholstery was artificial leather and fabric. Comfortable armrests of medium hardness are provided. The filler is high quality and durable. The design is highly wear-resistant and is available in 5 colors.
The average cost is 15,000 rubles.
chair-bed Stolline Remix 1
Advantages:
- beautiful performance;
- convenient layout;
- does not require a mattress, as it is comfortable to sleep without one;
- affordable price;
- durable frame.
Flaws:
- not identified.
SMART Toronto
This is a comfortable option with wear-resistant upholstery and high-quality filling. The transformation mechanism is an accordion. It is simple and reliable. Layout takes minimal time and does not require much space. The frame is resistant to frequent use.
Sold at a price: from 17,000 rubles.
chair-bed SMART Toronto
Advantages:
- high strength indicators;
- good folding mechanism;
- high-quality upholstery;
- high assembly reliability.
Flaws:
- not detected.
Designer office chairs
Mass-produced furnishings are easier to find and are comparatively cheaper, but this approach does not suit a creative person. Unique products always find admirers. A designer office chair is suitable for a person trying to stand out and make the interior of their office unique. The main thing is that stylish furniture with unusual shapes meets the standards in terms of basic parameters, and spending a long time in such a chair does not have a negative impact.
Examples of designer office furniture:
- Designer chairs with floral patterns.
- Designer chairs in a futuristic style.
- Designer leather executive chair.
Office children's chair
Furniture for a child must combine the main criteria - anatomical properties, functionality, safety, durability. Teenagers do not have to buy an office chair with armrests. It has been noticed that babies love to throw their legs over it or fall on their side, taking a twisted pose. If you consider this part mandatory, then it should be adjustable in height.
Which office chair to buy for a child:
- Availability of adjustments to adjust product parameters to changing growth.
- The shape of the backrest optimally follows the curves of the spine.
- The structure must withstand increased loads.
- The presence of a rotary mechanism with mandatory rotation locking.
- Stable base.
- The presence of clamps (stoppers) on wheels.
- The edges of the seat should be rounded.
Rating of popular models in Provence style
Moon Trade Madrid
This is a convenient solution with a simple layout that is suitable for an apartment or cottage. The upholstery is made of fabric, which is highly durable. The soft filling promotes comfortable rest and sleep. Height is 90 cm. Sold in 4 colors.
Average price: from 27,000 rubles.
armchair-bed Moon Trade Madrid
Advantages:
- Beautiful design;
- high-quality filler;
- durable frame;
- durability;
- convenient folding mechanism.
Flaws:
- not identified.
Monroe-2, Gray
This is a stylish option for the living room. The frame is made of natural wood. The upholstery is made of furniture fabric, which guarantees wear resistance and easy maintenance. The covers are completely removable and are secured with adhesive tape.
The average cost is 19,940 rubles.
chair-bed Monroe-2
Advantages:
- external execution;
- convenient mechanism;
- suitable for living room;
- durability.
Flaws:
- not identified.
Dry cleaning of office chairs
The seat upholstery wears out a lot with daily use, especially for furniture in the workplace. When purchasing chairs for the office, you need to be prepared that the soft covering on the seats and backs requires periodic cleaning. This work is carried out as it gets dirty; the products used depend on the type of material (leather, synthetics, cloth).
Technology for dry cleaning chairs:
- Cleaning the surface with a vacuum cleaner to remove dust.
- Difficult stains are removed using safe stain removers and cleaned.
- If it is heavily soiled, you will have to completely cover the upholstery with the cleaning compound several times.
- High-quality cleaning of products is done using professional special washing vacuum cleaners with two hoses for supplying and removing soap solution.
- If necessary, gently dry the upholstery with a hot hairdryer.
What you should know about upholstery
The external part is also important, especially if a person wants the structure to last a long time and not wear out from frequent use. The upholstery is made from various materials. Some manufacturers use both natural and synthetic fabrics. High-quality options are considered to be chairs that use:
- Chenille. It can be both natural and synthetic. There are no strong differences between them. The fabric has a pleasant texture, which is created thanks to spiral threads. The price for such a design is low.
- A better option is flock. This is one of those materials that are distinguished by high-quality technical characteristics and last for decades. The cost of such structures depends on the composition and texture. So, models may be in the budget segment, but will be less durable.
- Velours. This option is characterized by high strength and elasticity. The peculiarity of this design is its uniformity and smooth structure. The chair-bed with velor upholstery is designed for frequent use.
- Genuine Leather. Unlike artificial ones, this material has good strength and durability. It is used for upholstery of luxury furniture, but the leather requires careful care so that it does not deteriorate from constant use.
When buying a bed for a child's room, you should give preference to hypoallergenic upholstery. Cotton will do, but this option has two drawbacks: rapid wear and short service life.
DIY office chair
Making a homemade chair is not an easy task, requiring skills and plumbing tools. A simple black or colored office chair can be made from metal blanks and plywood. A leather seat requires large investments in the purchase of upholstery material and filling. Here are the options for making an office chair:
- The base of the seat, back and armrests is cut out of plywood (1-1.5 cm).
- Approximate parameters of the chair for an adult user: total height - 110 cm, from floor to seat - about 50 cm, seat width - about 52 cm, back - 60x50 cm.
- An alternative option is to use an old car seat as a seat.
- The legs are made of metal tubes, angles or channels.
- If there is no cross from an old computer chair, then it is easier to make the product in the form of a comfortable soft chair with standard four legs.
- The adjustment mechanism at home is difficult to make; in the simplest version, for example, the height of the backrest is fixed using a rail with holes.
- The armrests are U-shaped.
- The upholstery of a homemade seat is made of leatherette; inexpensive foam rubber can be used as a filler.
TOP 3 classic models
Charm-Design Bit Cuba chocolate
This is a budget option that will last 3-4 years with frequent use. The filler is multilayer polyurethane foam. The upholstery is fabric, not electrified. Sold in brown. Suitable for children. Roll-out transformation mechanism. For greater comfort, soft armrests are provided. It can withstand loads of up to 120 kg, while the weight of the structure itself is 28 kg.
Average cost: from 5,500 rubles.
armchair-bed Charm-Design Bit Cuba chocolate
Advantages:
- low price;
- suitable for children;
- classic style;
- good frame.
Flaws:
- short service life.
MnogoMeb Amsterdam
This is a comfortable option with fabric upholstery and soft armrests. The height is 85 cm. The folding mechanism is made with high quality and reliability. Sold in gray and black. The product is easily transformed and does not take up much space. The frame is made of durable material that will last a long time with proper use.
The average price is 9,920 rubles.
chair-bed MnogoMeb Amsterdam
Advantages:
- good strength;
- nice fabric;
- comfortable;
- soft armrests;
- reliable folding mechanism.
Flaws:
- not identified.
Wally Tolly Atlanta
This is a durable option with a strong frame and good padding. Even though the outer layer is made of artificial leather, it wears off slowly. Layout is carried out in a standard way and takes a minimum of time. It has good strength properties and can withstand loads of up to 130 kg.
The average cost is 16,100 rubles.
chair-bed Wally Tolly Atlanta
Advantages:
- high strength;
- soft filler;
- beautiful appearance;
- durable frame.
Flaws:
- not identified.
