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What defines a petite office chair?
Petite office chairs are specifically designed for individuals who are shorter in height or have a smaller body frame. Although highly adjustable, ergonomic chairs of a ‘standard’ size may not be suitable for larger or smaller users. A petite ergonomic chair will have a smaller seat. This seat depth is particularly important to allow the user to sit to the back of the seat and not ‘perch’ on the front. Sitting with your bottom to the back of the seat allows for full, permanent contact backrest support, without putting pressure behind the knees. The backrest and seat may also be smaller in width for slimmer users. Also, a petite chair should feature a lower gas lift option to allows the seat to be lowered to a suitable height, so feet can rest firmly on the floor.
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How do I know if I need a petite chair?
Although ergonomic chairs are highly adjustable one size doesn’t fit all and it is important to ensure, through taking measurements, that the chair you are buying is adjustable to fit your unique frame size. Luckily, there are some specific models which meet the needs of smaller users.
If you are unsure if you fall into the petite category please use our ‘Chair Builder’ Ergonomic Office Chair Builder – Build Your Own | ECD (ergonomicchairs-direct.com) which will, on answering a few simple questions, recommend chairs to suit your frame, size, and physical
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How do you adjust an office chair for a short person?
To adjust an office chair for a short person, sit without adding too much pressure on your backrest. Then, you want to lower your seat height until your feet are comfortably flat on the floor and your knees aren’t overly bent. Ideally, your knees should be at a 90 degree angle. Adjust your seat depth lever so your thighs are fully supported without hanging off the edge. Move your arm rest so your elbows are at a 90-degree angle when resting. If they are too high, it can cause strain and ache in your shoulders.
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What is the best seat depth for petite people?
The best seat depth for petite people will depend on your individual height. Typically a seat depth of 15-16 inches is more comfortable for petite people as standard chairs have a seat depth of 17-18 inches. Chairs with adjustable seat depths are useful, letting shorter users set the depth as low as 15 inches. This creates a 1 to 2-inch gap between the back of the knees and the seat edge, helping you sit more comfortably.
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What is the best office chair for a petite person?
The best office chair for a petite person will have adjustable features. This includes seat depth, armrests and backrest mechanisms, so petite users can easily adjust their chair to best suit them. The best office chairs for smaller users include our Petite Ergonomic Office Chair and the Ergo Express Custom Petite Ergonomic Office Chair. Both feature these mechanisms as well as customisable lumbar support and a seat slide for added comfort.