When trying a home office chair, pay attention to:

• whether the chair provides consistent support throughout your working day
• how well your lower back is supported in both upright and reclined positions
• how naturally the chair adapts to your body weight and movement
• whether the seating position feels comfortable for focused work and relaxation
• whether the height and proportions can be adjusted to suit your workspace

Home office chair checklist:

1. Sit longer than you normally would
   Great comfort often reveals itself over time. Notice whether the chair continues to support your body throughout an extended period of sitting.
2. Test the recline
   Does the backrest recline smoothly and comfortably while continuing to support your body?
3. Check lumbar support
   Does the chair provide consistent lower back support in both upright and reclined positions?
4. Assess stability and build quality
   Does the chair feel robust, stable and secure throughout your movements and working positions?
5. Notice how the chair adapts to you
   Does the gliding movement adjust naturally to the weight and movement of your body?
6. Evaluate the fit
   Are the height and width right for your body, allowing you to sit comfortably throughout the working day?
7. Pay attention to full-body comfort
   Notice whether your shoulders, neck, back and legs remain comfortably supported without creating pressure points.
8. Change position naturally
   Does the chair move with you as you change posture between focused work and relaxation?
9. Test the working position
   Adjust the height and imagine a typical working day. Your arms, shoulders and posture should feel relaxed while sitting at your desk.
10. Compare different Stressless® models
    Comparing different home office chairs helps you identify which level of support, comfort and movement suits you best.
11. Notice the seating angle
    The Home Office base provides a different seating angle. Make sure it feels natural for the way you work.

If high-back:
Can you adjust the headrest so that it lies flat when you recline while continuing to support your head and neck comfortably?

Final tip:
Take your time. A home office chair is not just for a moment of comfort. The best chairs continue to support your body, posture and concentration throughout the working day.