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Looking for a new chair
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Edit: I think I'll change this thread into a general chair thread.

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If you've ever seen my chair, it's in horrible condition. The (fake) leather has pretty much all peeled off, and the fabric underneath is tearing. It also squeaks, annoying everyone else in the house. So I guess I need to find a new chair.

Anyone have any good, comfortable chairs they recommend?

[b]Edit: I think I'll change this thread into a general chair thread.[/b]

Original post:

If you've ever seen my chair, it's in horrible condition. The (fake) leather has pretty much all peeled off, and the fabric underneath is tearing. It also squeaks, annoying everyone else in the house. So I guess I need to find a new chair.

Anyone have any good, comfortable chairs they recommend?
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you should run a chair fund

[url=http://steamcommunity.com/groups/run_for_chairs/]you should run a chair fund[/url]
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ikea volmar, offers all adjustments expected of any good office chair for a good price :3

ikea volmar, offers all adjustments expected of any good office chair for a good price :3
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A chair http://www.dxracer.net/

http://www.staples.com/Tempur-Pedic-TP8000-Ergonomic-Mesh-Mid-Back-Task-Chair-Black/product_324599

A chair http://www.dxracer.net/

http://www.staples.com/Tempur-Pedic-TP8000-Ergonomic-Mesh-Mid-Back-Task-Chair-Black/product_324599
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I've been happy with this chair for quite some time now, though I'd imagine white isn't too popular for everyone.

http://www.amazon.com/Alera-Neratoli-Mid-Back-Swivel-Leather/dp/B005SFZ32W

I've been happy with this chair for quite some time now, though I'd imagine white isn't too popular for everyone.

http://www.amazon.com/Alera-Neratoli-Mid-Back-Swivel-Leather/dp/B005SFZ32W?tag=teamfortresst-20
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I would personally start by trying to find a used Aeron or Steelcase.

Both are pretty much amazing, and sometimes get way underpriced by people who don't know what they're worth.

You usually get what you pay for with chairs, and you should really try to not skimp if you use your computer any significant amount of time. Going from my Aeron at home to a shitty chair at college I could easily see I was less focused while working and probably worse at videogames.

Another reason to not skimp is the cheapo chairs usually have no lumbar support and cushions that wear and compress easily. I personally prefer mesh over leather, you don't have to deal with compression over time and it breathes easier.

I would personally start by trying to find a used Aeron or Steelcase.

Both are pretty much amazing, and sometimes get way underpriced by people who don't know what they're worth.

You usually get what you pay for with chairs, and you should [i]really[/i] try to not skimp if you use your computer any significant amount of time. Going from my Aeron at home to a shitty chair at college I could easily see I was less focused while working and probably worse at videogames.

Another reason to not skimp is the cheapo chairs usually have no lumbar support and cushions that wear and compress easily. I personally prefer mesh over leather, you don't have to deal with compression over time and it breathes easier.
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Aeron office chair http://www.amazon.com/Aeron-Chair-Herman-Miller-Adjustable/dp/B0014YGGKE/ref=sr_1_1?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1371357915&sr=1-1&keywords=aeron+office+chair

that price o0

Aeron office chair http://www.amazon.com/Aeron-Chair-Herman-Miller-Adjustable/dp/B0014YGGKE/ref=sr_1_1?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1371357915&sr=1-1&keywords=aeron+office+chair&tag=teamfortresst-20

that price o0
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incognitoAeron office chair http://www.amazon.com/Aeron-Chair-Herman-Miller-Adjustable/dp/B0014YGGKE/ref=sr_1_1?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1371357915&sr=1-1&keywords=aeron+office+chair

that price o0

Can it fly?

[quote=incognito]Aeron office chair http://www.amazon.com/Aeron-Chair-Herman-Miller-Adjustable/dp/B0014YGGKE/ref=sr_1_1?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1371357915&sr=1-1&keywords=aeron+office+chair&tag=teamfortresst-20

that price o0[/quote]
Can it fly?
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http://www.officemax.com/office-furniture/chairs/product-prod3110014?cm_mmc=Googlepla-_-Office%20Furniture-_-Chairs-_-NULL&ci_src=17588969&ci_sku=22290691

this is the chair I have, it's fucking amazing. I picked it up in store and got it for 120 on sale.

http://www.officemax.com/office-furniture/chairs/product-prod3110014?cm_mmc=Googlepla-_-Office%20Furniture-_-Chairs-_-NULL&ci_src=17588969&ci_sku=22290691


this is the chair I have, it's fucking amazing. I picked it up in store and got it for 120 on sale.
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incognitoAeron office chair http://www.amazon.com/Aeron-Chair-Herman-Miller-Adjustable/dp/B0014YGGKE/ref=sr_1_1?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1371357915&sr=1-1&keywords=aeron+office+chair

that price o0

yes, obviously not for everyone. but like I said, you can sometimes find good deals on used versions of high end chairs if you get lucky. Steelcase Leap is another to look out for, which also seemed amazing from the times I've sat in one.

You should probably just go to Staples or OfficeMax and see what you like (again, I would personally recommend trying mesh), staying far far away from the cheap chairs.

and seriously, get good lumbar support.

[quote=incognito]Aeron office chair http://www.amazon.com/Aeron-Chair-Herman-Miller-Adjustable/dp/B0014YGGKE/ref=sr_1_1?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1371357915&sr=1-1&keywords=aeron+office+chair&tag=teamfortresst-20

that price o0[/quote]

yes, obviously not for everyone. but like I said, you can sometimes find good deals on used versions of high end chairs if you get lucky. Steelcase Leap is another to look out for, which also seemed amazing from the times I've sat in one.

You should probably just go to Staples or OfficeMax and see what you like (again, I would personally recommend trying mesh), staying far far away from the cheap chairs.

and seriously, get good lumbar support.
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Whatever chair you get, you should name it Keith.

Whatever chair you get, you should name it Keith.
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Funny, I'm doing the exact same thing. I've been looking online for a good, solid chair for a decent price that wnot' utterly fall apart under me. I stumbled on this chair while looking around, found it its actually made for "big and tall", IE fat people and has a weight limit of 350 pounds, so its built pretty solid. It also looks classy and comfy as fuck. Plus it looks like the cheapest one in the thread so far. I'm currently saving up to pick one up for myself.

Funny, I'm doing the exact same thing. I've been looking online for a good, solid chair for a decent price that wnot' utterly fall apart under me. I stumbled on [url=www.walmart.com/ip/Broyhill-Bonded-Leather-Executive-Chair/20864832]this chair[/url] while looking around, found it its actually made for "big and tall", IE fat people and has a weight limit of 350 pounds, so its built pretty solid. It also looks classy and comfy as fuck. Plus it looks like the cheapest one in the thread so far. I'm currently saving up to pick one up for myself.
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Do yourself a favor and look for a second hand or refurbished Aeron by Herman Miller. You can replace the mesh seat and backing anytime you want and the chair is like new again. Well worth the extra money.

http://www.hermanmiller.com/products/seating/performance-work-chairs/aeron-chairs.html

Do yourself a favor and look for a second hand or refurbished Aeron by Herman Miller. You can replace the mesh seat and backing anytime you want and the chair is like new again. Well worth the extra money.

http://www.hermanmiller.com/products/seating/performance-work-chairs/aeron-chairs.html
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Go to Staples when they are having a sale and try out everything. I got a super comfy leather chair from there for dirt cheap and it's perfect.

Go to Staples when they are having a sale and try out everything. I got a super comfy leather chair from there for dirt cheap and it's perfect.
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Why the fuck is this even minus fragged? He is asking for chair advice.

Recommend a confy old chair+tennis balls

Why the fuck is this even minus fragged? He is asking for chair advice.

Recommend a confy old chair+tennis balls
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It might help to post a ballpark for what you'd be willing to pay since chairs can be all over the place, as evidenced in this thread.

http://www.containerstore.com/shop/desks/deskChairs?productId=10028229
Arms or armless. I've never owned one, but I hated to leave it at the store without my butt to comfort it. Then again I sit on my feet and stuff. I dunno.

It might help to post a ballpark for what you'd be willing to pay since chairs can be all over the place, as evidenced in this thread.

http://www.containerstore.com/shop/desks/deskChairs?productId=10028229
Arms or armless. I've never owned one, but I hated to leave it at the store without my butt to comfort it. Then again I sit on my feet and stuff. I dunno.
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I'm in a similar situation... This happened to me a few days ago ;P http://imgur.com/FGKDajH

I'm in a similar situation... This happened to me a few days ago ;P http://imgur.com/FGKDajH
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http://www.amazon.com/Office-Star-Professional-Managers-Leather/dp/B000PWGZOI/ref=sr_1_47?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1371371404&sr=1-47&keywords=leather+chair

super comfortable

this one is good too

http://www.amazon.com/Boss-Black-LeatherPlus-Executive-Chair/dp/B00166DR9S/ref=sr_1_1?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1371371456&sr=1-1&keywords=boss+chair

http://www.amazon.com/Office-Star-Professional-Managers-Leather/dp/B000PWGZOI/ref=sr_1_47?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1371371404&sr=1-47&keywords=leather+chair&tag=teamfortresst-20

super comfortable

this one is good too

http://www.amazon.com/Boss-Black-LeatherPlus-Executive-Chair/dp/B00166DR9S/ref=sr_1_1?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1371371456&sr=1-1&keywords=boss+chair&tag=teamfortresst-20
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steelcase leap plus

steelcase leap plus
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flubI'm in a similar situation... This happened to me a few days ago ;P http://imgur.com/FGKDajH

I have the exact same chair as you. How long did it last you? I've been using it for almost 4 years now, everything is still fine with it, got it in ikea

[quote=flub]I'm in a similar situation... This happened to me a few days ago ;P http://imgur.com/FGKDajH[/quote]
I have the exact same chair as you. How long did it last you? I've been using it for almost 4 years now, everything is still fine with it, got it in ikea
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incognitoAeron office chair http://www.amazon.com/Aeron-Chair-Herman-Miller-Adjustable/dp/B0014YGGKE/ref=sr_1_1?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1371357915&sr=1-1&keywords=aeron+office+chair

that price o0

These are what we all use in our office. As expensive as they are, they are worth it. (Mind you, I wouldn't buy it for myself)

They're extremely nice. If you're rich, you won't regret the decision.

[quote=incognito]Aeron office chair http://www.amazon.com/Aeron-Chair-Herman-Miller-Adjustable/dp/B0014YGGKE/ref=sr_1_1?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1371357915&sr=1-1&keywords=aeron+office+chair&tag=teamfortresst-20

that price o0[/quote]



These are what we all use in our office. As expensive as they are, they are worth it. (Mind you, I wouldn't buy it for myself)

They're extremely nice. If you're rich, you won't regret the decision.
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tornados2111flubI'm in a similar situation... This happened to me a few days ago ;P http://imgur.com/FGKDajHI have the exact same chair as you. How long did it last you? I've been using it for almost 4 years now, everything is still fine with it, got it in ikea

Lasted me about 3 or so years. It broke a few years ago just so that it could lean back a lot more than normal. I just leaned back super far to yawn and it snapped in half!

[quote=tornados2111][quote=flub]I'm in a similar situation... This happened to me a few days ago ;P http://imgur.com/FGKDajH[/quote]
I have the exact same chair as you. How long did it last you? I've been using it for almost 4 years now, everything is still fine with it, got it in ikea[/quote]
Lasted me about 3 or so years. It broke a few years ago just so that it could lean back a lot more than normal. I just leaned back super far to yawn and it snapped in half!
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We use the aerons at work as well and they're amazing, but we also have these chairs:
http://www.hermanmiller.com/products/seating/multi-use-guest-chairs/setu-chair.html

They are very good as well and much less expensive. Extremely sturdy.

We use the aerons at work as well and they're amazing, but we also have these chairs:
http://www.hermanmiller.com/products/seating/multi-use-guest-chairs/setu-chair.html

They are very good as well and much less expensive. Extremely sturdy.
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http://home.woot.com/offers/aeron-chair-by-herman-miller-w-lumbar-pad-2

WOOT, $729.99

http://home.woot.com/offers/aeron-chair-by-herman-miller-w-lumbar-pad-2


WOOT, $729.99
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jp_http://home.woot.com/offers/aeron-chair-by-herman-miller-w-lumbar-pad-2

WOOT, $729.99

That's a good deal!

[quote=jp_]http://home.woot.com/offers/aeron-chair-by-herman-miller-w-lumbar-pad-2


WOOT, $729.99[/quote]

That's a good deal!
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kuzajp_http://home.woot.com/offers/aeron-chair-by-herman-miller-w-lumbar-pad-2

WOOT, $729.99

That's a good deal!

AAAAAAANNNNDDDDD IT'S Gone!

[quote=kuza][quote=jp_]http://home.woot.com/offers/aeron-chair-by-herman-miller-w-lumbar-pad-2


WOOT, $729.99[/quote]

That's a good deal![/quote]
AAAAAAANNNNDDDDD IT'S Gone!
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I'll just bump this before anyone else does, because I know someone will end up bumping this with a suggestion, but I already have a new chair.

It's this one: http://www.officedepot.com/a/products/301437/True-Innovations-Sport-Mesh-Mid-Back/

I basically went into Office Depot, and sat down in a couple chairs, and then this one. It felt like the perfect chair. I was able to get it for $80, and it's definitely worth $80.

So I'm just going to turn this into a general desk chair thread now; why not use this when there's already a bunch of suggestions already?

I'll just bump this before anyone else does, because I know someone will end up bumping this with a suggestion, but I already have a new chair.

It's this one: http://www.officedepot.com/a/products/301437/True-Innovations-Sport-Mesh-Mid-Back/

I basically went into Office Depot, and sat down in a couple chairs, and then this one. It felt like the perfect chair. I was able to get it for $80, and it's definitely worth $80.

So I'm just going to turn this into a general desk chair thread now; why not use this when there's already a bunch of suggestions already?
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http://www.staples.com/Tempur-Pedic-TP8000-Ergonomic-Mesh-Mid-Back-Task-Chair-Black/product_324599

I have this chair and I like it alot, good for long sessions on the PC.

http://www.staples.com/Tempur-Pedic-TP8000-Ergonomic-Mesh-Mid-Back-Task-Chair-Black/product_324599

I have this chair and I like it alot, good for long sessions on the PC.
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I had an Aeron and didn't care for it. There's very little actual support with mesh chairs and the Aeron is super wide which, for me, is uncomfortable. I had a Steelcase Leap and it was comfortable, but the leather always felt unpolished even immediately after treatment. Wearing blue jeans meant your jeans would creep upward on you due to body movement because the jeans would absolutely not move at all while in the chair. There are many different types of upholstery for them and others may not have that issue.

Far and away the most comfortable chair I have ever used is what I currently own: the RFM Verte. http://www.ergonomichome.com/veerch2.html

edit: Looks like you already found something... I'll leave this here anyway. :O

I had an Aeron and didn't care for it. There's very little actual support with mesh chairs and the Aeron is super wide which, for me, is uncomfortable. I had a Steelcase Leap and it was comfortable, but the leather always felt unpolished even immediately after treatment. Wearing blue jeans meant your jeans would creep upward on you due to body movement because the jeans would absolutely not move at all while in the chair. There are many different types of upholstery for them and others may not have that issue.

Far and away the most comfortable chair I have ever used is what I currently own: the RFM Verte. http://www.ergonomichome.com/veerch2.html


edit: Looks like you already found something... I'll leave this here anyway. :O
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http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/S39894447/

This is my chair, nowhere near as nice as some of the $800 ones, but... It's $90 and it reclines and your back won't get hot. I've never had a problem with comfort on it, and I'm quite a big boy. No adjustable lumbar, but the back is fairly comfy to start, so eh.

http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/S39894447/

This is my chair, nowhere near as nice as some of the $800 ones, but... It's $90 and it reclines and your back won't get hot. I've never had a problem with comfort on it, and I'm quite a big boy. No adjustable lumbar, but the back is fairly comfy to start, so eh.
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