My chair configuration

[mrapoc]

http://www.verd.co.uk/catalog/product_info.php/cPath/22/products_id/44

I was thinking performance foam (makes it more comfy)

Seat slide (recommended for users over 5ft 10 and im 5ft 11 already and growing)

And a headrest. - Should help with my neck surely?

This will be expensive but its for my bad back and all the other chairs we have had are cr*p to say the least.

Imo arm rests (can be added at a later date) may get in the way etc. and the extra lumber support can be replaced with a cushion or somethin if necessary. What do u think?

[Lance]

I think all of those options are to be made entirely on your circumstances! Personally, I would have the arms, as I hate chairs without (plus they swing out of the way according to the video), and yes I would have the slide. I would also have the additional lumber support as it should mean that you can get the chair to exactly the right setting and pillows or cusions tend to slide out of place. I wouldn't have the headrest, but that's just because I tend to lean slightly forward.

[Gary]

http://www.verd.co.uk/catalog/product_info.php/cPath/22/products_id/44

I was thinking performance foam (makes it more comfy)

Seat slide (recommended for users over 5ft 10 and im 5ft 11 already and growing)

And a headrest. - Should help with my neck surely?

This will be expensive but its for my bad back and all the other chairs we have had are cr*p to say the least.

Imo arm rests (can be added at a later date) may get in the way etc. and the extra lumber support can be replaced with a cushion or somethin if necessary. What do u think?

I have memory foam on mine but yes foam is good and a sliding seat pan makes a difference, I have arms on mine which are height adjustable but avoid ones that twist, I also have a head rest and it does help when i lean back but that's really very optional.

[Inactive]

It is all down to personal requirements Sam.

The only chair that I find comfortable has a swivel back that I can " lean in " to.

The only sure fire way of finding out what suits you is to go and try them, no amount of bullshit advertising will help if the chair isn't right for you.

[mrapoc]

The problem is where can I try them out???

I mean  i can hardly find places in birmingham and thats not exactly small and quite a drive away 

[Mr Booh]

The thing is is you don't try it, you could be wasting a lot of money.

[Lance]

Would it be worth contacting Verd prior to ordering and asking about a trial period?

[mrapoc]

Good idea

ill give them an email now

[Lance]

Failing that, there is always the Distance selling regulations under which you can return the chair as new, letting the company you wish to do so within 7 days. To do that, just make sure that you keep the chair and packaging in good condition. The company must refund all costs including delivery - although I'm not sure if you incur the expense of sending it back.

[Inactive]

Staples have quite a few stock chairs that you can try Sam.

[Lance]

I've checked it out and unless the company specifies in the terms and conditions or paperwork that the customer is liable for return postage, they have to pay that too! Under the DSRs, the company is not allowed to charge a restocking fee either, I notice they mention on their website!

[mrapoc]

oh - so is it a case of not dealing with these guys or correct them when they attempt to charge me it lol 

Staples dont seem to cater for orthopaedic chairs (2 in their whole range i believe) and the ones close to us have like 20 in total - all being horrible

[Lance]

Just correct them if they try to charge it! They probably mention the restocking fee for people who just change their mind. As long as you specify that you are returning it under the terms of the DSRs then there shouldn't be a problem

[john]

I think you really need to live with a chair to determine if it's right although a lot is down to how well it adjusts to suit you. Most decent office chairs should do so and should meet a British Standard (see this link)

I just have a comfortable armchair and a laptop !

[Inactive]

Staples dont seem to cater for orthopaedic chairs (2 in their whole range i believe) and the ones close to us have like 20 in total - all being horrible

Sam, the term " orthopeadic " is purely sales blurb, usually so they can charge a premium for their product/s.

My chair cost abour £20 and is perfect for my back, as i say, unless you try one, you really will never know, this is one occasion when buying on the net may not be the best option.

[mrapoc]

If you purchase the chair with your choice of colour and accessories we can allow a 14 day trial.

However if you do not wish to keep the chair it would be your responsibility to make sure it arrives back in new condition and pay for the return carriage, which would be £25 + vat

eek 

thats a bit annoying

[Rik]

Isn't it - it's like buying a bed, you can't tell whether it's right for you with a 10 minute laydown in the shop.

[john]

Isn't it - it's like buying a bed, you can't tell whether it's right for you with a 10 minute laydown in the shop.

At least when you're buying a bed you can sleep on your decision 

[Rik]

[john]

 

[Gary]

It is all down to personal requirements Sam.

The only chair that I find comfortable has a swivel back that I can " lean in " to.

The only sure fire way of finding out what suits you is to go and try them, no amount of bullshit advertising will help if the chair isn't right for you.

I was luck to be able to trial my chair at home before I bought, it has made such a difference for me, and cut down the pain greatly at sitting at the pc.

[Lona]

I bought this chair from Ikea for my Husband who has a bad back.  It's very supportive and I did read that it won an award for design.

http://www.ikea.com/gb/en/catalog/products/20103101