Office chair: which one to choose?

The back of the chair should be enveloping. The tighter it is, the less comfortable you will be. And the more the backrest frames the back, the more comfortable the office chair will be.

• Accompanying your office chair with armrests

More comfortable than a chair without armrests, an office chair with armrests ensures great comfort. Armrests help relieve the muscles of the upper body. There are several types that satisfy each user profile. Therefore, for an ergonomic office chair, it is preferable that the armrests are adjustable: at least in height and, if possible, in other dimensions: front/back and left/right, pin.

Step 3: Consider the duration of use

Prolonged sitting can cause more back pain. That is why it is important to choose the model based on the duration of use. Here are the types of ergonomic office chairs recommended based on daily use:

• Occasional (<3h)

Switch to a “standard” mechanism. The backrest is fixed, the seat is adjustable in height.

• Daily (<6h)

Switch to a “permanent contact” mechanism. The backrest of the office chair will follow your movements and remain in “permanent contact” with your back. It can also be locked in the desired position. The back force is adjustable to fit the shape and weight of the body. The seat remains fixed.

You can also opt for a center-tilt mechanism. The backrest and seat tilt at a constant angle to accompany but also cushion all your movements.

• Intensive (<8H)

Switch to a “synchronous” mechanism. On a synchronous office chair, the backrest and seat tilt in a relationship that always offers optimal comfort. The back force is adjustable to fit the shape and weight of the body. An anti-return safety system prevents any shock to the spine.

You can also choose a tilt axis offset mechanism. The same features as the center-tilt mechanism with an additional advantage, the axis of rotation being moved forward, allowing the feet to remain in contact with the ground regardless of the scale of the swing.

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Note: Beware, there are both the best and the worst in ergonomic office chairs. Therefore, prefer well-known brands such as Herman Miller for their quality even if you need to add a few euros. And if it doesn’t fit your budget, you can always choose second-hand.

Step 4:Physical activity exercise****16 Let’s finish our guide with this fourth step because, as we said in the introduction, we are not meant to be sitting. It is therefore important to engage in regular physical activity (about 30 min/day) to limit health problems associated with our modern lifestyles. So get your sneakers on!

So which ergonomic chair to choose?

To guide you and give you an idea of what an ergonomic chair can offer, here are the characteristics and prices of a selection of three iconic professional chairs and performance. These three work chairs represent the best office chairs on the market.

Herman Miller being the reference in ergonomics, the office chairs presented below can be a real investment. That is why at Adopter A Bureau you have the choice of a used office chair. As an authorized Herman Miller distributor, we are renovating all Herman Miller seats for a result close to new.

Similar in their configuration, these three ergonomic office chairs are suitable for intensive and/or daily (<6h) use:

• seat height is adjustable to fit both small and tall users.
• Lock the backrest at several levels and adjust the backrest tension✓ to fit different work phases.
• Height adjustment for Classic✓ Aeron and Sayl; height, depth, and orientation for Remastered and Sayl ✓
• Forward tilt option that follows the user’s back to maintain back support. Recommended during a slightly forward work phase (e.g., focused on the computer) ✓

Classic Aeron by Herman Miller

Aeron ergonomic office chair combines in-depth knowledge of human-centered design with cutting-edge technology. With over 7 million units sold, the Herman Miller Aeron work chair remains the reference in ergonomic comfort more than 20 years after its debut.

Aeron is the only one available in different sizes. It adapts as finely as possible to all body types. Very tall and small users will find their happiness.

Available only on a second-hand basis, the prices of the “Original Aeron chair” range between 490 and 710€ excl. VAT depending on your options.

For more information, the Aeron product sheet is available on our website.

Remastered Aeron by Herman Miller

The new Aeron looks like the classic Aeron. But in reality, everything has been rethought and redesigned to take into account new advances in ergonomics and technology.

What does the Remastered version of Aeron change for the user? More intuitive settings, easier user adaptability.

Like its “parent,” Aeron Remastered is designed for all body types (sizes A, B, and C) and is ideal for long-term use. A comfortable ergonomic office chair also for tall users.

Thus, the new version of Aeron at price of 1515€ excl. VAT is guaranteed for 12 years and Adopte Un Bureau guarantees its purchase at the end of its use.

For more information, the Aeron Remastered product sheet is available on our website.

Sayl by Herman Miller

Finally, The Sayl, inspired by the Golden Gate of San Francisco, is the Herman Miller brand’s chair with the best quality/design ratio.

Yves Béhar designed the frameless backrest, an intelligent suspension system that offers great freedom of movement.

Sayl, new or second-hand, is the most affordable ergonomic chair from Herman Miller.

For more information, the Sayl product sheet is available on our website.

Don’t hesitate, come see our selection of ergonomic office chairs, in different colors, sizes, and materials to help you choose the most suitable office chair for your needs.

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