Create that spreadsheet, update that power point, get that proposal out, finish that important presentation, for most of us in the professional working world, our days are filled with tasks to complete, some important, some mundane, but most are not optional! We all leverage different tools for our chosen trades, but we're still all completing tasks. And what do we need to complete these tasks? That's right, task chairs.
Task chairs are sometimes called office chairs since they are the most common type of seating in a workplace, are designed to be used at individual workspaces like desks and workstations. They are designed for long periods of work, eight hours a day, five days a week, or longer!
To support our bodies in the extended periods of time we spend in task seating, they come in a wide variety of options, sizes, finishes and prices. As a rule of thumb, the more features the chair has, the higher the price. The height of the back of the chair also impacts the price, and usually higher backed chairs support longer periods of sustained work in the chairs.
Task chairs are often made of fabric, mesh or vinyl. Some can be made of leather, but this is more costly and is often reserved for executive chairs.
One of the greatest things about task seating is the number of ergonomic features available. This allow them to be highly customizable and configurable to support the unique body type of each user, some of the available features may include
- Seat depth and height adjustment
- Adjustable lumbar support
- Arms height, width and angle adjustments
- Recline angle and tension control
- Forward tilt and perch options
Though most quality task chairs are designed to fit the majority of the population, there are chairs that are specifically designed for the big and tall – so be sure to know if your customer has a need for this type of task seating.
Add in the many different colors, styles, finishes and materials and there are literally millions of options to choose from. In addition to function and aesthetic, consider price, lead time, warranty and you'll come up with the right task seating solution for your next space.
