You spend a third of your day sitting. Thus it goes without saying that your office chair is not only an investment in your health but also in your work output. In fact, you are going to need a chair that will last for a number of years especially for the hard parts of the work in Saudi Arabia. Don’t go for cheap models that break down after only a few months. Concentrate on three major aspects: Frame Material, Comfort Technology, and Warranty Coverage.

According to industry forecasts, the Saudi Arabia office furniture market is to have a spectacular growth of over SAR 4.6 billion (USD 1.23 billion) by 2033. Such a trend implies the market moving towards good quality and healthy furniture solutions. Directly, this emphasis on the quality of furniture will be in your favor.

1. Demand Strong Frame and Base Materials

A long-lasting office chair will be a chair constructed from a strong foundation. The lifespan of a chair is the direct outcome of the materials used in the frame, base, and casters. Accordingly, your chair has to be made with a heavy gauge metal to support the daily usage of 8 to 10 hours without fail.

Aluminum vs. Nylon Bases

The base of your chair is subjected to your full weight and the constant movement in addition to it. So for the utmost durability, strive to get a polished Aluminum Alloy Base. Besides the fact that aluminum does not rust, it easily handles very heavy loads, and it is very stable. A lot of midrange and premium best ergonomic office chairs are built with aluminum.

Do not use thin plastic or weak nylon bases if you are going to sit for a long time. Although improved nylon with a supportive core is quite enough to support the chair, an aluminum base with high matter of fact density is the best partner for a return on your investment. It keeps the chair running at the different swiveling and movements without developing cracks.

Choose Quality Casters and Gas Lifts

Wheels or casters are subject to ongoing friction. Select big, sturdy casters which are made of strong materials such as nylon or polyurethane and they are able to smoothly roll on any type of carpet or hard flooring in your office. The smooth rolling action keeps your knees and lower back from being put under pressure. The gas lift which is the main height adjustment mechanism should also be of high quality. Go for a class 3 or class 4 piston; these lifts result in the best reliability and a long service time.

2. Prioritize Climate Resistant Upholstery

Saudi Arabia’s hot climate requires the use of breathable materials. Mesh used on the back is the most durable and climate-appropriate solution. High tension mesh, e.g. DuPont Mesh or the like, does not get loose quickly and at the same time provides the necessary ventilation. Leather lovers can still be happy; they can use high-quality bonded or genuine leather. PU leather of the cheapest quality which flakes and cracks due to time, heat, and friction should not be used. Long-lasting mesh will continue to keep you cooler.

3. Understand Warranty and After Sales Support

The warranty is the ultimate proof of a manufacturer's belief in the quality of their product. In particular, you must require good warranty coverage for the mechanical parts.

Demand Comprehensive Warranty Coverage

A very comfortable office chair Saudi Arabia for long usage comes together with a warranty covering five to twelve years. Both global and locally established suppliers of high-tier journeys provide such support for frame as well as for mechanical parts (tilt mechanism, gas lift). A warranty below five years gives a sign that the manufacturer is not fully convinced about the product's lifespan.

You should make sure the warranty can cover the whole period of the main chair mechanism as well as the structural frame. You want the supplier to be responsible for replacement parts or repair services in KSA that are locally based.

Local Availability of Spare Parts

A warranty is not useful if there is no support. Do not hesitate to ask your office chair supplier whether there are spare parts stored. What you want is they keep armrest pads, casters, and gas lifts that is common wear items in their Saudi warehouses. Fast local spare parts are for you when a part breaks and you only wait for a short time to get your accessory. This is a big advantage local suppliers usually have over the ones positioned in other countries.

4. Check Weight Rating and Daily Hour Rating

Chair makers rate different chairs according to how much they can carry and for how long. You should find the one that best fits your work routine and your body.

Match the Chair to Your Usage

One normal task chair can be used to the maximum for eight hours of daily work. In case you are always doing ten to twelve hour work days, you would be better off with a heavy duty chair. These models are equipped with the thickest steel plates in the mechanism, densest seat foam, and strongest frames. They are specially made for 24 hour environments and long work sessions. By choosing the chair that is rated for more hours than you actually work, you thereby operate at its limit only a very small percentage of its life is extended significantly.