How do I select a Chair?

8 Tips for selecting the right chair.

1. A contoured backrest will give
your back the comfort and support it needs. Pick a
chair shaped to match the natural contour of your spine.

2. Backrests that are height
adjustable
, providing your back with customized comfort
and support.

3. Don't go too soft. For total
comfort, seat and back foam must be dense enough to
support your weight evenly and it should be sculpted to
fit the human form.

4. Look for "waterfall" seat cushions
that slope down at the front of the chair. This
important ergonomic feature helps improve circulation
to your lower legs.

5. Rest your arms. Armrests help
keep your arms in a comfortable position, reducing
shoulder, neck and back strain.

6. The pneumatic height adjustment
on a chair lets you alter your seating position
throughout the day with a smooth, easy, one-touch action.

7. Please remain seated. Make sure
all adjustment controls can be reached from a seated
position. Keep moving. Multi-tilt and operator mechanisms
are important for data entry or computer work. They let
you vary your position while maintaining maximum support.

8. Good chairs have casters for
easy mobility. Be sure to get the right kind for your floor.
Choose a chair with a choice of casters designed for
carpets, hard surfaces or a combination.