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Title: comfortable computer chair from staples.ca?
Post by: cnnx on Mon, 18 January 2016, 07:00:08

Any of you can recommend a really comfortable chair for computer use I can buy at staples.ca? I tried the fancy aerons last year but decided for the money its not that comfrtable, maybe i can spend 300-400$ at staples.

Title: Re: comfortable computer chair from staples.ca?
Post by: Darkshado on Mon, 18 January 2016, 13:46:21

If the Aerons weren't that comfortable, but you're still ok with spending a bit more for quality, I've been pretty happy with my ErgoCentric for the last week or so. There's a couple more brands out there, check locally for "ergo" focused places, more so than "furniture" stores, and go from there.

If budget is more of a constraint, you should be able to find something there, but durability won't be the same. And whatever you do, stay away from non-breathing faux-leather.

Title: Re: comfortable computer chair from staples.ca?
Post by: cnnx on Mon, 18 January 2016, 21:19:47

This is my current chair, if I could find the same one again new I would buy it again, it has lasted me for 9-10 years and I don't know what brand or model it is or where I bought it from, I thought it was from staples but they couldn't find it.  If anyone has seen this chair or knows a very similar one where I can buy it new please tell me. Solid metal base, firm non loose arm rests padded with some sort of cushion are qualities of this chair I like.

Title: Re: comfortable computer chair from staples.ca?
Post by: studentben on Mon, 08 February 2016, 18:09:39

You could check out the ikea chair the Markus. It has amazing reviews, and I plan to get one to replace my current chair eventually...

http://www.ikea.com/ca/en/catalog/products/90289172/

Title: Re: comfortable computer chair from staples.ca?
Post by: cnnx on Mon, 08 February 2016, 18:15:12

thanks but I ended up buying the aeron!

Title: Re: comfortable computer chair from staples.ca?
Post by: Darkshado on Mon, 08 February 2016, 21:02:42

What made you change your mind?

Title: Re: comfortable computer chair from staples.ca?
Post by: cnnx on Mon, 08 February 2016, 22:17:27

approval of a family member to spend that much on a chair :) and fed up of this one, it hurts

Title: Re: comfortable computer chair from staples.ca?
Post by: vivalarevolución on Fri, 12 February 2016, 20:57:22

Rather than searching for the perfect ergonomic chari, I always recommend trying out a standing workstation with a tall chair or stool you can sit in if you become tired of standing.  For me personally that has been the best option.  In addition, I don't think the human body was meant to sit all day long, which is why I recommend trying out a standing workstation.

Title: Re: comfortable computer chair from staples.ca?
Post by: skitty on Fri, 12 February 2016, 22:11:26

Quote from: vivalarevolución on Fri, 12 February 2016, 20:57:22

Rather than searching for the perfect ergonomic chari, I always recommend trying out a standing workstation with a tall chair or stool you can sit in if you become tired of standing.  For me personally that has been the best option.  In addition, I don't think the human body was meant to sit all day long, which is why I recommend trying out a standing workstation.

Standing desks can get pretty expensive though. At least the ones that are adjustable.

I did buy a cheap standing desk from Ikea though and I love it so far. I kept my normal desk so I just switch to it when I get tired of standing.