How to Choose an Ergonomic Chair

If you, like so many others, are someone who spends most of the day's hours sitting in an office chair, you know how essential it is to have a comfortable one. Yet, is often the detail that gets the least amount of attention during the office design/selection process. Having a chair that is deemed "ergonomic" and selecting the correct model for your specific needs can be so beneficial, as they are designed to boost a worker's productivity by minimizing their fatigue and discomfort.

Yet, with so many different options out there, how does one wade through all the brands and features available? Making sure you have chosen the right chair can be daunting. It's an important decision and you want to get the best item for your money. To combat the confusion, Palazzo Interiors has come up with a short list of things to look for when shopping for an ergonomic chair: 

- Consider seat height: the height of the chair should be easily adjustable, so that you can customize it to your body. Make sure to ask about the "pneumatic adjustment", which will offer the easiest way to adjust your new chair.

- Make sure the seat width (across) and depth (from front to back) are appropriate for your size. You should be able to sit with your back comfortably in the backrest, and at the same time, have a few inches between the edge of the seat and your knees. You should also be able to adjust the forward and backward tilt of your chair from this position - if possible, sit in it and test it out!

- Look for "lumbar support": a quality ergonomic chair should have lumbar adjustments for both height and depth.

This chair, for example, might not be the best choice. 




 - Pay attention to the type of backrest on your seat. It can be separated from the seat, or attached, but either way, it should be customizable, as well as have a "locking" option so that you can set your chair once you have made it perfect. 


- Sit in a few chairs to determine what type of seat material you like best. An ergonomic chair might have a foam padded seat with cloth-like material as upholstery, or some have mesh-y, almost net-like seats which some people find more comfortable.

- Any ergonomic chair should swivel easily, as well as have adjustable armrests.

Hopefully you find these tips helpful! In addition, Palazzo Interiors can assist you in locating the best chair to suit your specific work environment.