About Us
We are a leading UK-based specialist chair manufacturer, driven by optimising health and wellbeing through meticulously designed ergonomic seating.
Our Goal
Think about how much time you spend sitting every day — at work, home or even while unwinding. Now, imagine the toll a poorly designed chair takes on your body over months or even years. It’s no surprise that so many people struggle with muscle pain, stiffness and poor posture.
At Ergonomic Chairs Direct, we exist to change that. Our goal has always been simple: to revolutionise the way you sit. We create science-based, ergonomically designed chairs that don’t just provide comfort in the moment. They actively support your long-term health.
With over 30 years of industry experience, we’ve helped countless individuals and businesses find seating solutions that relieve pain and improve productivity. Ready to experience the difference? Take the first step and contact us to complete our seating assessment form.
Meet Karen Colville: Our Director at Ergonomic Chairs Direct
With over 30 years of experience in ergonomics and commercial interiors, Karen has worked across architecture, design, construction and financial services.
“While working with clients, we realised that existing ‘off the shelf’ chairs often weren’t suitable for people with postural needs. There was little to no guidance available to help individuals or companies understand technical terms. As a result, many struggled to confidently choose the correct chair for specific postural conditions.
…And so came about the idea of ‘Chair Builder’! In a few simple steps, it would digest your information provided online and recommend the right chair based on your personal size and needs. A ‘prescription’ for office seating, taking your worry away from buying the wrong product and potentially causing further health issues.
With this idea in 2020, we founded Ergonomic Chairs-Direct Ltd.”
Not Just Your Average Chair Manufacturer
For over three decades, we’ve been redefining what it means to sit well in workplaces and homes. We’re not just another chair manufacturer. We’re industry experts backed by consultant physiotherapists and Display Screen Equipment (DSE)-qualified staff. Every chair we produce meets the highest ergonomic standards.
Our extensive chair range has been developed through a program of continuous innovation and consultations with health professionals, physiotherapists, chiropractors, osteopaths and ergonomists. We are proud to have a wide range of great ergonomic chairs that are UK manufactured and 99% recyclable.
Why Choose Us?
Our strong expertise has enabled us to work with a diverse range of clients. We are the chosen ergonomic seating supplier to many individuals along with renowned organisations, including Currys, Nestle, The Ritz, RSPB, Aston Martin, CRISIS, BT and even the Health and Safety Executive (HSE).
✔ Physiotherapist-approved designs for trusted support
✔ High-quality tested components for strength and durability
✔ Comprehensive warranties
With the ‘Chair Builder tool,’ we have introduced a completely fresh approach to help you select an office chair. These customisable ranges can support you with postural needs, ‘bad back’ pain or if you’re just looking for a comfortable office chair.
At our core is our goal, which has never changed. We are a friendly team that wants to make a real difference in your working lives and foster well-being and productivity, all at a sensible price! Our unwavering commitment to excellence and affordability sets us far apart from our competitors. Expect quality, durability and excellent designs without the hefty price tag.
“While the seating industry has become more commercialised, we remain focused on the individual and never lose sight of our aims. That’s why we believe in giving back. We support our chosen charities, including Sarcoma UK and The Army Benevolent Fund. To help them make the most of their resources, we offer all charities a discount, allowing them to use funds wisely and care for their staff.”
– Karen Colville, Director of Ergonomic Chairs Direct
Services We Can Offer
Seating Assessment
Whether you’re an individual or part of a larger organisation, our workplace seating assessments are an effective strategy for addressing musculoskeletal pain and discomfort.
Remote Seating Assessments
By using a combination of measurements, photographs and the assistance of video chat, our experienced DSE assessors will provide a comprehensive report complete with findings and recommendations.Can’t meet us in person? No problem. Using a combination of measurements, photos and video chat, our experienced DSE assessors will provide a comprehensive report complete with findings and recommendations.
Face-to-Face Seating Assessment
For those who prefer an in-person approach, our team of DSE-trained assessors will review and improve your workstation to help reduce musculoskeletal discomfort. We’ve had great results by doing this, with a track record of improving the well-being and productivity of individuals and multiple employees.
After each assessment, our consultants will collate detailed information about the user and their workstation. This will be delivered in one report, including observations, measurements and recommendations.
Have a question about us or any of our services? Contact us today.
Clients We Have Worked With
Below is a small sampling of some of the clients we have worked with from a variety of industries:
- Local Authorities
- SME’s
- Schools
- Universities
- Airlines
- Lawyers
- Food Manufacturers
- Home Workers
- Accountants
- Newspapers & Press
- Car Showrooms
- Designers
- Sports Clubs
- Architects
- Local Police
- Doctors
- A2W Specialists
- Sports Clubs
- British Olympics HQ