Executive Chairs Buyers Guide

What is an executive chair?

Executive chairs are the royalty of office chairs. Their premium design intention and crafting provide exceptional comfort and support.

Executive chairs are carefully crafted from the highest quality of materials, chosen for their function, but also their form; these chairs do not sacrifice their functionality for aesthetic appeal. Their designs often prioritise elegance, incorporating clean, contemporary lines and sophisticated, high spec finishes, like premium leather and high-shine chrome. They are made to exude authority and professionalism, providing, and showcasing, luxury.

These chairs typically feature a tall backrest to support the entire upper body for what could otherwise be gruellingly long hours sitting in discomfort at your desk.

How is an executive chair different from an office chair?

What sets an executive chair apart from a standard office chair is the extent of what it provides, chiefly the breadth of options to which it can be adjusted. The magnitude of customisation options drastically enhances its support and comfort offerings.

Standard office chairs are designed for en masse furnishing of offices, and are therefore designed to be the most middle-of-the-road, bog-standard option that will work for almost everyone. Executive chairs are built with every element of the design carefully considered, with the inclusion of the latest ergonomic features. These features allow users to personalise their chair for optimal comfort, including height adjustments, seat slide adjustments, and tilt-lock mechanisms.

One of the first things you might notice are the superior materials, visually striking premium quality leather, or maybe fine mesh, to promote ventilation to keep you cool and comfortable throughout the day.

Why would you choose an executive chair?  What kind am I looking for– is it better to sit on a soft or hard chair?

A main reason for choosing an executive chair would be the health benefits they can help you with. We know that long hours behind your desk doesn’t promote good posture; poor, unsupported posture can lead to muscle strain, back pain, and other long-term health problems. Executive chairs highly regard leading ergonomic principles and are kept at the forefront in the design stage; the designs feature multiple adjustment options, allowing you to tailor the chair to your body’s specific needs, altering the level of support you need for good posture, which can alleviate pain from pre-existing back conditions or discomfort experienced from traditional office chairs.

A firmer cushioned chair may help you by more rigidly encouraging neutral posture, however, if you experience discomfort from hard surfaces, a softer, more padded chair might be better suited to your needs.