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5 Key Tips To Find Your Perfect Office Chair

 

Finding the right Office Chair for your home office or study space, should be a relatively easy task but often we find ourselves selecting the wrong chair, time and time again. Naturally we tend to gravitate towards aesthetics and forget that we can be spending up to 8 hours tied to our desk without the proper support our body needs. With a lot more people continuing working from home either on full or part-time schedule, it’s an important investment to get right.

Not everyone can afford the most expensive in the marketplace, but that doesn’t mean you’re out of options. We’ve broken down your search to just 5 Key Points you should keep in mind while searching for that perfect fit.

 

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  1. Adjustable

No two humans are alike, so it would be unreasonable to think that one chair will be comfortable and supportive for all. Being able to adjust to the correct height for your legs is the first step in getting your posture set up for success. Finding a chair that can be tailored in other areas such as angles, armrests, lower/upper back, and neck goes a long way to helping you maintain a healthy spine and ultimately keep your productivity up.

  1. Lumbar Support

Being tied to your desk for hours on end can be really taxing on the body, particularly your back. 2 things you should be looking for in this area are: contouring & cushioning. Different levels of lumbar support are achieved with the form and shape the chair itself, and the quality of foam used in the cushioning. If you’re after specific lumbar support, consider buying a lumbar support pillow as an additional office chair accessory. That way you’ll be able to have the best of both worlds; style and support.

  1. Breathable Materials

Finding a chair crafted with breathable materials can make a big impact to your comfort levels. Allowing airflow helps prevent from overheating and distressing the body. Natural fibres and high-quality mesh are typically a crowd favourite in this category.

  1. Space

What space is this chair going to be in? Will it be in the corner of a bedroom, personal office, or in an open living space. Space is important as it’s where the compromises of function and aesthetics comes together, plus not all chairs will not physically fit with what you’ve got to work with. Tip: take a photo of the intended area and measure the space. Don’t forget to measure the desk height and allow enough space for your legs to fit comfortably, and if applicable, the arm rests will neatly slide under and stow away when not in use.

  1. Ergonomic

It’s time to reintroduce the word, Ergonomics. We all know it, but let’s be honest, we tend to give her a fleeting wave and carry on with our day. Having an Office Chair that is ergonomically sound is just one piece of the puzzle. The set-up of your desk, lighting, and monitors are also crucial to productively levels for long periods at a time. Work Safe Australia are your advocate to getting it right and have a handy checklist to make life that little bit easier. Download form HERE 


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