Looking for love? These task chairs could be “the one.”
February is the month where love fills the air. Although it is one of the shortest months, love always seems to saturate the entire month. During this time, many single people search for someone to spend Valentine’s Day with, but they’re not the only ones doing the searching- organizations are also searching to match their staff with the right task chair that supports employees during long sitting hours as well as after-hours conversations in the office.
Have you ever considered how much time you spend sitting at your desk? We spend more time swiping on dating apps than thinking of the impact the chair we sit on has on our body and day-to-day productivity. Think about it, we spend about eight hours a day at work, and out of those eight hours, we are oblivious to the comfort level of the chair we’re sitting on. Is that chair meeting our basic lumbar support needs? Is it causing that back pain we keep complaining about? Next time you notice pain or any discomfort, do some research on your current task chair.
We all need a soulmate that ensures we are comfortable while still bringing design aesthetics and ergonomic support. Finding the right task chair can be as tedious as getting a perfect match on Tinder, but we’ve done the work for you and have swiped right on the four most popular task seating chairs. So, if you’re looking for a long-term relationship, sit back and picture yourself sitting on one of the following chairs:
Let’s get to know the matched MillerKnoll candidates:
Aeron- By Herman Miller
Aeron is part of the Performance task section offering a variety of benefits, including a smarter weight distribution through 8z Pellicle, adjustable PostureFit SL for total spinal support, and balanced recline and natural movement by the Harmonic 2 Tilt. The Aeron compatibility is measured in three settings: Dedicated, Shared, and Group. Meaning the Aeron chair can acclimate to any setting while supporting you along the way. If you’re into sustainability, this chair is your perfect match; it contains over 50 percent recycled materials made with ocean-bound plastic. Some of the other key differentiators are the following:
Suspension seating with full ergonomic support
Iconic design that complements any space
The industry benchmark for ergonomics since 1994
Accommodates the widest range of body types/sizes
Verus By Herman Miller
If you’re still deciding whether you want a short-term or long-term relationship, Verus is the right one for you. Its ability to fit any aesthetic guarantees comfort to any type of sitter. It is the ergonomic chair for anyone and everyone at any time of the day. It’s quiet form and versatile design can shift this to any workplace aesthetic, while keeping your finances looking good. Not only is this chair the affordable type, it also comes from a diverse family, including the Verus Plus Chairs, Verus Side Chairs, and the Verus Stools. So, the comfort doesn’t stop at Verus, the legacy is continued by versatile options. Now, you decide which chair is best for you based on its differentiators:
Budget-Conscious
Rectilinear design
Versatile design
Wide range of selections
Generation by Knoll
Looking for a nontraditional love? Generation by Knoll combines freedom, holistic ergonomics, and elastic design to bring in a flexible back with a fun style. This chair encourages free expression, creativity, and engagement in any environment; it’s the partner that will bring out the best in you, even on a gloomy day. This candidate has gone above and beyond to receive the Best of NeoCon Gold Award for Seating in 2009, especially based with following differentiators:
Unparalleled flexibility
Frameless Flex Back ensuring optimal support for shoulders
Frameless Flex Seat
Dynamic Suspension providing weight-compensated without metal links/springs
Continuous lumbar support
Life by Knoll
Life by Knoll is the chair that will bring a joy to your work experience. It’s curves, slim silhouette and smooth movements set a standard of sophistication in design and ergonomics. The Life chair enriches the workplace with its light aesthetic, broad color, and finish palettes. It is a chair that brings beauty, comfort, and durability to the table. Not only is it supportive, it is also engineered for the environment. Its use of minimal materials and easily replaceable components help extend its usefulness. If you suffer from lumbar or shoulder pain, this is the chair that is paired with a back suspension fabric that will provide support in those areas, don’t go another day with pain, choose Life.
We get it. There are a lot of chairs in the sea, but it is important to pick the one that suits your needs. Choosing the right task chair can be challenging, tedious, and very exhaustive. With the number of options available, researching for the ideal chair can consume a lot of time, so we’ve narrowed down the list to the top candidates from the MillerKnoll Collective of Brands we think you should consider. Who knows, maybe you’ll swipe right and find your happily ever after (chair)!
