Task Chairs
Best for long sessions at a desk. Prioritise adjustability (seat height/depth, lumbar, armrests) and durability.
Buying Guide
Office Chairs & Active Seating
Your seating is the foundation of comfort at your desk. But "active working" means going beyond one chair — it's about mixing seating types so you change posture, add movement, and stay comfortable throughout the day.
Seating types: how to mix them for active working
The best approach isn't choosing one perfect chair — it's having options that let you change position and stay active.
Balance / Active Stools
Best as a second option to promote micro-movement and make sit-to-stand transitions easier. Great for short-to-medium sessions, calls, and collaboration zones.
Sitting Balls
Best used for portions of the day to add movement. Choose a size that helps you sit upright and pair with correct desk/screen height.
Office chair buying checklist
Workplace tip: Aim for a small number of chair options that cover most body types. Look for clear adjustability, durable materials, cleanability, and straightforward warranty support.
- Seat height: Feet flat on the floor (or footrest) without pressure under the thighs.
- Seat depth: Comfortable gap between seat edge and back of knees — around 5–10 cm.
- Lumbar support: Supports the natural curve of your lower back; adjustable is ideal.
- Armrests: Adjustable height/width helps avoid shoulder tension while typing.
- Movement: Tilt/recline that encourages posture change, not rigid locking.
- Materials: Breathable fabrics; easy-clean surfaces for shared spaces.
- Base and castors: Stable 5-star base; castors suitable for the floor type.
- Match to the task: Long-duration desk work needs different seating than touchdown or meeting spaces.
Why stools work (and how to use them well)
Active stools are designed to encourage subtle movement and make it easier to switch between sitting and standing. They're not a "better chair" — they're a different tool that works best as part of a varied day.
Best for: short-to-medium focus sessions, calls, touchdown spaces, collaboration zones, and compact home offices.
- Height range: Enough adjustability for perching/sitting and for your desk height.
- Stable base + controlled movement: Supportive, not wobbly or unsafe.
- Comfort for the intended duration: A stool for 20–60 minute sessions differs from all-day chair comfort.
How to introduce stools:
Start with a small number in collaboration or touchdown zones. Encourage rotation (chair ↔ stool ↔ standing). The goal is more variety in posture and movement.
Frequently asked questions: chairs & active seating
Yes — many people still spend a large part of the day sitting, so seat comfort, back support, and adjustability remain important.
Sometimes, but not always. A stool is best seen as complementary — it supports movement and shorter sessions, while a chair is usually better for longer periods.
Change regularly rather than staying in one posture. Alternate between sitting, perching, standing, and brief movement breaks across the day.
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