Is That "Ergonomic Chair" Really Ergonomic?

Not everybody knows exactly what ergonomic means, but it's getting to the point where everybody knows an "ergonomic chair" is better than just some plain old chair. Thus even Joe Newbie is more likely to buy the ergonomic chair than the chair that is not advertised as ergonomic.
The problem is stores and manufacturers are starting to put the word ergonomic in front of every chair they sell, whether it has anything to do with ergonomics or not. There is more to ergonomics than a little added cushioning in the seat.
So, What Is an Ergonomic Chair?
Ergonomics is the study of equipment designed with humans in mind, meant to reduce operator fatigue and discomfort. Specifically, an ergonomic chair should be highly adjustable, including not just a knob for lowering and raising the chair but adjustability in the back tilt and the height of the arm rests. An ergonomic chair should also have a sturdy frame, a great deal of support, especially in the lumbar region, and padding that has some give and supports your body without losing shape.
Real ergonomic chairs cost hundreds of dollars. Look for manufacturers that specialize in ergonomics and are known for producing quality chairs. Examples are Neutral Posture Chairs and HON Chairs. Avoid gimmicky chairs (such as kneeling chairs and ball chairs) unless you have actually had the opportunity to try one and feel it's a good fit for your body. Remember, the chair that is comfortable when you first sit in it may not remain so after several hours.
Why and When Should You Consider Buying an Ergonomic Chair?
An ergonomic chair promotes good posture, reduces the fatigue that comes with sitting in one position for a protracted period of time.
Anybody who spends more than an hour a day at the computer should consider buying a good ergonomic chair. If you work 8 hours a day or more at the computer, you should definitely have a good ergonomic chair

You Have Options to Office Furniture Rentals in Portland

Chairs, desks, files,are available to rent or rent to own. Absolute Office of Oregon has what you need. We have hundreds of items in stock at our wholesale warehouse. Chair lines including HON Chairs, Trendway Chairs, Officestar Chairs, Neutral Posture Chairs, Izzy Chairs, Global Chairs...We offer many lines of Desks including HON which have Attune Laminate Desk Series, Announce Veneer Desk Series, and the popular 10500 Desk Series. Trendway has a great Laminate Desk Line called Intrinsic. On a tight budget we can bring in Alera Desks and Network Desks.
I’m frequently asked “So who rents”? I’ve heard this question so often at networking events, that I’ve developed a simple one statement answer; “The same type of individual who leases a car rather than buying one! Furniture rental is an attractive alternative to investing cash in a furniture purchase, especially when your requirement is short term. New starts up firms usually have limited financial resources to devote to the business, they want to maximize their investment options, look closely at rental versus purchase as a solution.
Contact John at
john@absoluteofficeoforegon.com or call @ 503.747.0733 to set up a FREE one hour consultation.

Why Movable Walls?

Why Movable Walls?
If you make a thorough comparison, you’ll see that you can achieve significant savings by implementing movable walls instead of drywall. When you add up complete project costs including those for installation, demolition, paint or coverings, hardware and the time required to install and reconfigure and all related hardware, you’ll see you come out ahead with movable walls. And of course, you get built-in flexibility that’s simply not possible with drywall. Compare for yourself.
Movable Walls:
Cost-competitive when you include all costs — doors, hardware, framing, trim, glazing and vinyl
Less expensive to install — only one trade required
No disposal costs on reconfiguration
Drywall:
May seem less expensive until you do a real "apples to apples” comparison
Higher installation costs — six or more trades plus supervision required
Reconfiguration requires disposal — adds to cost to the installation
Movable Walls:
Fast, clean installation
Pre-finished — no further painting or finishing needed
Less disruptive to employees — reduced absenteeism
Non-damaging to floors and ceilings
Drywall:
Slow, messy installation
Needs paint or other finishes — adds to time, costs, environmental considerations
Cannot be done with employees working nearby
Damages both floors and ceilings
Movable Walls:
Reconfiguration can be done in hours
Many choices of wall, glazing, and door types - specifying is easy
Drywall:
Reconfiguration takes weeks
Design choices will require planning, specifying and additional purchases

Absolute Office of Oregon http://www.absoluteofficeoforegon.com/ has your "Office Furniture Solutions"!

1800CONTACT Recommendation !

"I worked with John during my time as a Purchasing Agent for 1800Contacts. John provided a tremendous service to our Corporate Office and Call Center furniture purchases including extensive planning and layout. He brought professionalism into every meeting and saw every project to completion." Service Category: Business ConsultantYear first hired: 2006Top Qualities: Great Results, Personable, High Integrity.

John Stanley

"Portland Office Furniture Dealer" BIO

Absolute Office of Oregon www.absoluteofficeoforegon.com was created in May of 2008 by John A. Dean and Merry Mabbett Dean under the name of Merry Mabbett Inc., an S-Corporation established in 1995. John has been involved in the commercial furniture business for over 20 years. He started in the service side of the business as the Operations Manager of a large installation company. As Vice President of Merry Mabbett Inc. and VP of Sales for Absolute Office of Oregon, John is responsible for all sales and service for the company, as well as maintaining relationships with manufacturers.Merry Mabbett Dean, John’s wife and business partner, President of Merry Mabbett Inc., is responsible for the day-to-day office operations of the business. She is also an interior designer who is available to assist clients as needed. In addition to her business and design experience, Merry is a Fellow of The International Furnishing and Design Association (IFDA), also serving as its National President in 1994. Merry most recently held post as the 2007 Chair of the IFDA Educational Foundation. Additionally, Merry teaches “Professional Practices” in the Interior Design department at the Art Institute of Portland.Both John and Merry possess keen business acumen and sales experience which they bring to their new company. Absolute Office of Oregon takes a personalized approach to office furniture solutions, providing customers with choice, value, quality, and superior service in the Oregon and Southwest Washington areas. We are delighted to announce that we are the newest Trendway www.trendway.com and HON “Gold” Direct Dealer in Oregon www.hon.com !