The Short Answer Is…
Generally, office chairs last about 7-10 years. This is why most office chairs come with a five-year warranty. If you happen to have chairs that come with a ten-year warranty, take it as a sign you are getting quality office chairs designed to stand up to regular wear and tear.
Choose Your Office Chairs Well
The most effective way to maximize the life of your office chairs is to put some thought into choosing them. For starters, think about how your chairs will be used in your office. Chairs placed in an open office, for example, might need to have stronger bases and wheels capable of easily pivoting if you know your employees will be routinely shifting their chairs to different desks, workstations, or tables.
But standard chairs may serve you well if they’ll likely remain adjacent to a desk on a permanent basis. And chairs with a more basic design may serve you well in your break room. However, you might want chairs designed with comfort and visual appeal in mind in waiting areas to make a good first impression.
Be Diligent About Maintaining Your Chairs
Office chairs are more likely to last up to or beyond their expected lifespan if you make an effort to keep maintain them. This can be done by:
• Rotating chairs placed near windows so they don’t fade from excessive sunlight exposure
• Making sure your office chairs are properly adjusted for whoever will be using them
• Having repairs done when you start to notice minor issues
If your office chairs start to show signs of wear and you’re not quite ready to invest in entirely new ones yet, we can help! The Office Innovations team can breathe new life into your chairs by expertly refurbishing them! And if you get your chairs from us, we’ll handle any warranty repairs you may need.
We’re also at your service if you need furniture delivery and installation. Contact us today to learn more about our top-quality products and services.
