Drafting Chair : What is it?
| Drafting chairs provide support and easy reach for planning, designing, and other drafting tasks. They are usually light and portable, with aluminum or hard plastic stands and padded seats. Most models are 23 to 34 inches high and may come with footrests to support the feet at taller heights. Some also have casters at the bottom that allow the chair to slide over the floor |
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Kinds of Drafting Chairs include the following: |
Backless drafting chairs
- Backless drafting chairs consist of a simple seat and a stand.
- They offer no back support or height adjustments.
- They can easily fit under drafting tables, making them ideal for small offices.
Adjustable drafting chairs
- Adjustable drafting chairs can be raised or lowered to suit different table heights.
- They are usually operated with levers located under the the chair.
- Most models have padded backrests which are also adjustable.
Ergonomic drafting chairs
- Ergonomic drafting chairs are specially designed to support the back and lower body.
- They have sculpted seats and backrests that conform to the body and maintain proper posture.
- They are ideal for working long hours and for people prone to neck and back pain.
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Stability: Choose a drafting chair with a five-arm star base for maximum stability. Make sure the chair rests evenly on the floor and does not wobble or tilt. Look for one with lockable casters to control sliding on smooth floors.
Height: Choose a drafting chair that matches the height of your drafting table. You should be able to reach the drafting table comfortably while sitting upright of leaning slightly forward. Choose and adjustable chair to help you find the most comfortable height.
Padding: Choose a firmly padded drafting chair to lessen back strain. Make sure the back of the chair cannot be felt through the padding. Look for durable fabric covers to keep the padding firm and breathable.
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