Desk chair

Combining work and well-being

More and more companies are committing to the well-being of their employees. Different solutions and activities are implemented to ensure happiness reigns in workplaces (quality of light, rest rooms dedicated to naps , events, etc.), but whether you work in a large company or whether you are independent, well-being at work appears today to be essential.

Whatever the sectors of activity, the first rule to adopt for any professional is to work with functional equipment, particularly when it is used daily and interacts directly with your body. Indeed, if a computer must be as functional as possible, it must also be pleasant for your eyesight, therefore it is imperative for a good life at work that your chair offers you an excellent posture as well as the best quality reception. So every working day can start with a smile.

A good office chair to preserve your health

At the office or at home, it is common to spend many hours sitting at a desk. A bad office chair would quickly ruin your well-being, and risk causing you pain or musculoskeletal disorders.

To preserve your health and improve your working environment, opt for an ergonomic office chair, which will accompany your movements throughout the day, allowing you to adopt better body postures. Office workers and other sedentary professionals are the first to feel the importance of a good match between their work posture and their furniture environment. Lawyers, psychologists, medical personnel, IT and multimedia professionals, each in their own way need a comfortable and durable chair.

And if comfort is a primary criterion of choice, the aesthetics of the office chair also contribute to making the object pleasant on all levels. There is in fact a wide variety of items that will satisfy all tastes thanks to their multiple colors, materials and appearances.

Office armchair Vs Office chair

Little sister of the office chair, the office chair is found in many offices, particularly for schoolchildren and students. Simple and mobile, it provides basic seating for a one-off activity space.

The Dactylo model is the one we come across most often: casters, height-adjustable seat, short backrest. The office chair is distinguished by its high back supporting the neck and its comfort. Equipped with armrests, it provides better arm support. Its robust and cozy padding allows you to feel comfortable for longer than in a standard office chair model. It is the ideal product for people who spend a lot of time sitting and are looking for a comfortable position over the long term.

Please note, not all office chairs are created equal, the quality differs greatly from one product to another. Compare the characteristics of different office chairs carefully to distinguish the best products. A good office chair can have the same advantages as a living room chair, it will also have other options to adapt to office uses: mobility, flexibility, lightness.

Characteristics of an ideal office chair

1. Adjustable in height The seat must be adjusted in height to allow you to adopt a comfortable position depending on the situation (stack of files, computer, manual work, etc.).

2. Tilting system With this system, the backrest will follow the movements of your back. It is essential for daily use of the chair (more than 3 hours per day), to support your curvature.

3. Padded seat and backrest For better comfort, the padding of the chair is essential, both for the seat and the backrest. The armrests can also benefit from padding.

4. Armrests They support your forearms and position your shoulders correctly, thus reducing fatigue in your upper limbs.

5. Star feet They ensure the balance of the chair and allow optimized rotation of the seat. With casters, they will make it easier to move around your work space.

Top 3 office chairs

1. Office chair 7509 Home Office

An exceptional product from the Himolla brand, the 7509 office chair with integrated footrest is unique in its kind. With its double cushion, available in leather or fabric, and in several colors, it will elegantly integrate into your work space. Designed to offer optimum comfort in both sitting and relaxing positions, it can be precisely adjusted in seat height, headrest level, backrest inclination (the armrest follows the movement of the back), while its foot in Chrome star allows 360° rotation.

Ergonomic and ingenious, it is particularly recommended for professionals who spend a lot of time behind a desk, also allowing them to take a break thanks to the integrated footrest, a system that is as pleasant as it is discreet.

2. Stressless City office chair

The modern, couture line of the Stressless City desk makes it a model very popular with design lovers. Combining a refined appearance inspired by Scandinavian style and great comfort, it stands out as the flagship piece of a welcoming and relaxing workspace. Its high backrest provides ideal head support, even for tall people. A matching pouf is also available.

The elegance of this armchair will attract professionals who receive their customers or colleagues in their office. Both a decorative piece and an object of comfort, the Stressless City is a must-have for professions linked to image and communication, as well as in the luxury sector.

3. Stressless Metro High Back Office Chair

Acquiring the Métro armchair means opting for its classic retro charm and its generous padding in the spirit of 1950s offices. Available in four different qualities of leather and in more than 140 colors, it will find its place in all offices. Thanks to a height-adjustable cushion, the chair effectively protects your neck. Its high back and rocking system can also be combined with an ottoman to provide moments of relaxation. The Métro armchair is perfect for those who want to combine comfort and sobriety at work. It gives the room an office-living room appearance that is both classic and pleasant.

Where to buy your office chair?

If office chairs are very common at points of sale, office armchairs can be found quite easily in stores and also on the Internet. You will find entry-level and mid-range models from most furniture brands. Depending on the armchair options, its design and the quality of the materials, count between €40 and €200 for a classic model.

Take advantage of the sales to purchase an armchair at a reduced price and increase your comfort. For high-end products, turn to specialists like La Maison Convertible, with the Himolla brand, an expert in relaxation, all of whose armchairs are available in an office version.

These armchairs with a sophisticated aesthetic and quality materials (beech structure, steel frame, leather covering) have been designed to accompany the natural movements of the body without any pressure points. Their cold-molded polyurethane foam padding has a seat and backrest density of 55kg/m3, and 75 kg/m³ for the armrests. Enough to provide a pleasant sensation combining softness and firmness.