| Used office chairs are available through a large | | | | adjustment mechanisms are in proper working |
| number of suppliers. They are often a good deal | | | | order. If possible, ask if the instruction manual for |
| for someone who is low on resources or is just | | | | the particular chair is available. If it is not available |
| starting a business. Often used office chairs are | | | | as a hard copy, it may be possible to obtain it |
| donated or sold by business owners because they | | | | through the retailer or online. If any of the |
| are upgrading their furniture or they just desire a | | | | adjustment mechanisms are missing or broken, it |
| different fabric or color scheme for the office. | | | | is best to choose a different chair. It is also |
| There are many quality used office chairs | | | | important to know how to properly use the |
| available for a fraction of the cost of a new | | | | adjustment mechanisms to achieve good sitting |
| office chair. | | | | posture for one’s individual body type. |
| When choosing a used office chair it is important | | | | Adjustments will be different for all users. |
| to ensure that the chair will offer good lumbar | | | | To avoid back injury and discomfort, it is |
| support and will aid in maintaining good sitting | | | | important that used office chairs offer lumbar |
| posture. Most chairs feature mechanisms that can | | | | support and provide a thick seat cushion for |
| be adjusted to accommodate individuals of varied | | | | maximum comfort. The seat height should be able |
| height. Whenever possible, it is a good idea to test | | | | to be adjusted so that the user’s feet can |
| the chair to make sure that it is a good choice | | | | be placed flat on the floor. A swivel feature and |
| for one’s specific body type before | | | | rolling castors are important features that will |
| purchasing. | | | | allow the user to multi-task and glide freely during |
| It is also critical that used office chairs be carefully | | | | the workday. |
| examined prior to purchase, to ensure that all | | | | |