Office chairs

Ergonomic office chairs for your home office

Ergonomic upholstered chairs are the perfect choice for your home office, especially if you regularly work from home to care for your children. To increase your concentration and productivity, you have already set up a study room and bought a desk. But without the right office chair, even the most beautiful study room can become uncomfortable. A large swivel chair is the perfect choice to feel like a boss in your own space while sitting comfortably and ergonomically. In this guide you will find out everything about the advantages of ergonomic upholstered chairs and how you can use them to enhance your home office.

360 degrees: what the rotation function brings you

A swivel chair offers many advantages for your workplace. With its swivel function, your back stays in a good position and your legs rotate automatically. This means you can sit more relaxed and stay focused even after many hours at your desk. Another advantage is that with a swivel chair you can always move in the direction you want to focus your attention on the relevant tasks.

The ability to rotate in different directions also allows you to easily reach all items on your desk. Thanks to the star-shaped arrangement of the feet, swivel chairs are stable and do not tip over, making them good desk chairs for children.

Although office swivel chairs are designed for various office tasks, there are also specialized swivel chairs for other areas. A gaming chair, for example, has a recess in the head area so that you can lean comfortably even with a gaming headset. The sophisticated rocking mechanism of a padded executive chair supports your posture even when you lean forward or backward. With a swivel chair you can not only work comfortably, but also improve your posture and adapt it to your individual needs.

The different variants

Whether in the office or at home - a swivel chair offers a comfortable seating option. However, there are different variants of swivel chairs that differ in their function and design. In this article you will find out more about the different types of swivel chairs and what features they come with. This way you can make an informed decision and find the perfect swivel chair for your needs.

With or without armrests

Office swivel chairs that do not have armrests usually have a raised backrest, which gives your back more stability. In desk chairs with castors and armrests, the armrests are either integrated into the seat shell or attached to the side. They are usually height and width adjustable and can therefore be adapted to your ergonomic needs.

Adjustable armrests are a useful addition, especially when working at the monitor for long periods of time, as they relieve the strain on the arm, neck and shoulder areas and provide support when you sit down or stand up. Models with folding armrests combine the advantages of both options and you can decide when you need armrests. To achieve a comfortable posture, the armrests should be set approximately as high as your desk.

Individually adjustable elements

There are swivel chair models that have several adjustable elements to ensure optimal adaptation to your body. A continuously adjustable backrest provides stable support for the lower thoracic and lumbar areas. If you like to lean back, you should choose a higher backrest to rest your head comfortably.

If you tend to lean forward, a lumbar support that mimics the natural curvature of your spine makes sense. For people over 1.80 m tall, swivel chairs with an adjustable headrest are recommended. In this way, the support can be placed in the optimal position without putting pressure on the neck.

Most office chairs have an adjustable seat height and depth, which can be adjusted to suit thanks to a gas strut inside the frame. A movable seat adapts to your movements and tilts forward when necessary. The rocker mechanism connects the backrest with the seat so that both surfaces tilt evenly when leaning back and forth. The rocking resistance can be individually adjusted using a rotary control below the seat. As a rule, the higher the body weight, the higher the rocking resistance.

To achieve a healthy sitting position, the legs should be bent at a 90 degree angle, the feet should be flat on the floor and the pelvis should be slightly higher than the knees. Use the adjustment options on your chair to achieve this position.

Hard or soft rolls

So that you can easily move your swivel chair to and from the desk, most models are equipped with wheels. However, to protect your flooring, you should choose the right rollers.

The soft plastic floor rolls supplied are well suited for medium and high-pile carpets. The slightly higher hardness of these wheels ensures that they glide well even on carpets and slightly thicker PVC and vinyl floors. However, if your flooring is made of wood, laminate or tiles, you should use hard floor casters that have additional rubber coating to prevent the chair from scratching your flooring. Hard floor rolls are also suitable for short-pile industrial carpets. Then there are also castors with built-in brakes. They have the advantage that they are slowed down when they are not under stress. When you sit down, the executive chair cannot roll away as much as other chair casters. You can find this type of caster on the TPFLiving Dallas, Denver, Queens and Zeus office chairs, for example.

If you are not sure whether you have chosen the right wheels, you can also use a floor protection mat to be on the safe side. Especially in offices, where office swivel chairs often roll across the floor, a floor protection mat is a sensible choice to protect the floor covering.

The material of your choice

There are a variety of materials used to make office swivel chairs, each with its own advantages. To find the right chair for you, we have put together a brief overview. This means you can sit comfortably for a long time.

Leather: breathable and luxurious

One way to give your office swivel chair a high-quality look and leave a lasting impression on customers is to use breathable leather. To ensure that the natural cover remains beautiful for a long time, it is recommended to apply an appropriate amount of leather care approximately once a year.

Faux leather: easy to care for

If you like the look of leather, you can also consider faux leather, which is easy to care for. The industrially produced surfaces have a similar feel and look to real leather and can be easily cleaned with a damp cloth.

Polyester: warm even on cool days

Office swivel chairs with fine-meshed mesh in the back area offer good air circulation and protect the back thanks to comfortable suspension. Due to the slightly transparent material, these chairs appear discreet and are particularly suitable for small or cluttered rooms. Another option is chairs with soft fabric covers, also made of polyester. They are comfortable and retain a little body heat in winter. To care for these chairs, you should vacuum them regularly to keep them in good condition.

Tips for choosing the right office chair

Find out here where you can use swivel chairs not only in the office, but also in other areas and how to find the right chair for you

Multi-seater:

If you spend several hours a day sitting at a desk, sewing or working from home, an ergonomic swivel chair is the right choice. Models with armrests on which you can occasionally rest or rest your arms are particularly recommended in the office.

Pupils and students:

To relieve the strain on your children's backs while doing homework, a high-quality chair is essential. Desk chairs on wheels and in bright colors are an attractive option in the children's room, especially for children. For older schoolchildren or students, however, there are also more discreet models such as office swivel chairs with armrests and fine-meshed mesh fabrics, which are visually discreet and look good in smaller rooms.

Occasional use:

If you only use your swivel chair occasionally because you work mostly in the office and only occasionally work from home, an eye-catching design is a good option. Choose a chair that fits your interior style. An elegant shell chair with seat padding and chrome-plated base is not only suitable as an office chair, but is also a stylish addition to the dining table or living area.