Office Chairs for Every Body and Every Need—Desk Chairs, Task Chairs, Ergonomic Chairs, and More

Whether you need a 24-hour ergonomic office chair or an accent chair, we can help you find high-quality, commercial-grade solutions. There’s one thing all seating needs have in common: people want a comfortable chair to sit in. For a reception area, that might look like a plush armchair. If you’re shopping for workstations, you’ll want to look for a task chair. From there, your shopping may branch into different materials—do you want mesh or leather? 

The Most Common Office Chair Styles

• Computer chairs: Computer chair is an umbrella term that refers to chairs designed for use at standard desks. The term “computer chairs” often includes other chair types, like ergonomic chairs, executive chairs, and task chairs. 

• Executive chairs: An executive chair is a premium office chair with a mid or high back. Executive chairs provide supreme comfort, pairing elevated design with ergonomic features. 

• Reception and guest chairs: Reception/guest seating is designed for waiting rooms and reception areas. This type of seating is designed to accommodate high turnover and a shorter sitting duration.

• Big and tall chairs: Big and tall chairs come with a higher weight capacity so that your office seating can accommodate more bodies. 

Contract-Grade Office Chair Materials

Find office seating in a variety of commercial-grade finishes. 

• Leather chairs: Leather office seating features upholstery made from natural animal hides. It’s durable, provides a classic look, and comes in a variety of options, including top grain and full grain. 

• Vinyl chairs: Vinyl is an affordable, man-made material. It’s an alternative to leather that’s most commonly used in reception, guest, and collaboration seating. 

• Mesh office chairs: Mesh office chairs boast incredible breathability, enhancing user comfort throughout the workday. Mesh is a durable material that comes in a variety of colors and applications. 

The Basics of Ergonomics

Ergonomic refers to any office item designed to support maximum comfort and efficiency. Ergonomic chairs are designed to help your body maintain ideal posture while working. In addition to improving comfort throughout the workday, an ergonomic desk chair can promote health by helping to prevent injuries caused by incorrect posture. 

When looking for an ergonomic chair, check for features like:

• Lumbar support

• Adjustable armrests

• Adjustable seat height

• Adjustable seat tilt

Other Features to Consider

If you’re shopping for a desk chair or conference chair, you’ll likely also want to consider the following:

• Does the chair have casters?

• Do you need a swivel chair?

• What is the seat depth?

• Does it work in your office space? (Does the chair fit with your desk? Are there any other space limitations?)

Need Help? We Offer Design Services

NBF is proud to offer complimentary design services. You can work with our office design pros to create the office space of your dreams. 

We’re Here to Help

Still struggling? Our furniture experts are standing by, waiting to help you find the best office chair for your needs. We’re dogmatic about customer service, so you can trust us to walk with you every step of the way on your office furnishing journey.