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Creating a Productive Office Layout

Office layout

Office layout and design feature in numerous studies claiming that they have an impact on wellness and productivity. When we feel uncomfortable it’s only natural that our productivity levels lower. There are many factors that can affect our comfort, including temperature, atmosphere, noise and more. We work to our best when we can relax and are comfortable. In order to ensure you’re doing everything possible to create the perfect working environment we’ve compiled a list of tips and topics to consider: Open plan vs. Closed cubicles office layout There is so decisive answer for which of these options is best…. Read more

NEW: Luxury Office Chair Additions

Luxury Office Chair

A Luxury Office Chair is an essential for any executive, manager and director. Smarten up any office with our range of luxury office chairs.    X Range Operator Chair Having the smallest price tag of the luxury office chair category doesn’t make this chair any less luxurious. If you’re looking for something subtle, stylish and comfortable – this is the chair for you. Each X Range chair is bespoke and we can tailor it for all individual needs. We don’t offer the fabric you’re looking for? No problem, show us or send it to us and we can make it… Read more

NEW: Mesh Office Chair Additions

New Mesh Office Chair

Yes – it’s more new product! Our Mesh Office Chair range has had an overhaul this time. We’re always working hard to offer the latest and best office products so keep reading to see the best bits of all the new additions: Carousel Mesh Chair This mesh office chair has a contoured medium back to support posture and comfort and the mesh back features an airflow design keeping users feeling fresh. Choose from four stylish colours; black, green, orange and raspberry. The chair can be fully reclined and adjusted for individual body weight and has a chrome gas lift for… Read more

Tips for Back Support and Ergonomic Chair Shopping

Ergonomic Chair Shopping and Back Support Tips

Don’t have an ergonomic chair at work? Technically, our spines are capable of maintaining a natural curvature without lower back support. When sitting for prolonged periods of time we tend to slouch forward which pushes out of sorts and causes discomfort. When we slouch, the natural inward curve of our spine goes in the opposite direction and curves towards the chair which leads to the structures in the lower back straining. Any good lumbar support in an office chair should be flush against the small of the back. Most portable lumbar back supports have a specific shape for each end…. Read more