Office Tub Chairs
Saturday
Oct 31, 2009
Your place of business can take on a formal air when you furnish it with office tub chairs. King Louis XV and his French Court used these rounded, low chairs because of the comfort they offered. These same chairs have evolved through the years and are now called tub chairs, reportedly because their comfort rivals that of a luxurious soak in a bath tub. These chairs are rather exotic to look at, and they give you a lot of choices in fabrics and leathers, and they work well in formal offices.
Why are tub chairs the best choice for your office? There are many reasons. One is comfort. The arm rests and the back of these chairs extend to the base of the chair, and the seat truly envelopes you and helps to relieve stress. You can drape your arms around a tub chair and feel like you're bathing. Of course, this is not advisable during business meetings. If you have a job that keeps you on your feet, sitting in a tub chair can help ease your tight muscles.
Tub chairs also offer excellent support for your back. The arch design gives you comfort for your spine, and they are recommended by health care professionals to ease back discomfort. If you have lower back problems, sitting in a tub chair can help provide temporary relief.
Office tub chairs are as attractive as they are comfortable. They can appeal to many different visitors to your office, and the design is particularly effective in formal or minimalist interiors. The chairs are usually not any taller than three feet, so they don't overpower other furniture you use in your office.
Even though they were inspired by older styles of chairs, swivel and stationary tub chairs do have a modern look to them. The single curve gives them a look of simplicity, and they can blend in with more modern interiors as well as traditional, formal interiors. The clean lines give you an illusion that you have more space in a smaller room, and you can use them effectively in rooms with a small floor area. You can use tub chairs, sofas and a meeting table to furnish your boardroom.
If you are “sold”, and you're ready to buy tub chairs, where would you look? These contemporary tub chairs are most easily found in furniture or office stores where they can be seen in pairs or in larger sets with boardroom tables. Be sure that you take the opportunity to sit in one, to test out its comfort for yourself. Examine the upholstery, too, before you purchase one. Unless you are buying the most expensive tub chairs, the chair may have a pattern embossed on its leather, rather than displaying a natural hide look. It still could be a good choice for reception room furniture.
You can also attend auctions, especially business and office auctions, to find tub chairs at more affordable prices. If they are of top quality, they will last for many years of service. Select the leather or fabric tub chairs in styles that fit your office décor. Leather is definitely a favorite in office tub chairs.
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A Closer Look at Tub Chairs
Saturday
Aug 29, 2009
If you are considering changing the look of a room by adding a new piece of furniture, then you may want to consider looking at tub chairs. This type of chair can add the flair you are looking for.
If you are not familiar with what tub chairs are, you're not alone. It's pretty likely you have seen them before, but just didn't know their name. They are stylish chairs that make those sitting in them, look similar to someone sitting in a tub. This is how relaxed an individual appears while sitting in this chair. This is mainly due to the angled and reclined position of the back of the chair and its high arm rests. Another feature that distinguishes this type of chair from any other, is that the arm rests are continued out from the backrest -- it is as if the seat, the seatback and the arm rest are all one piece, like a bathtub.
When you first sit down into a tub chair you may feel a bit awkward at first, but then you feel the amazing comfort that this type of chair provides. The combination of the reclined seat back and raised arm rests make this chair very popular for those looking to sit back and relax.
A new feature of tub chairs their ability to swivel. The swivel plate is added to the seat bottom or to the entire base of the chair, which adds to the modern appeal of the chair. Even though there are many design styles for this type of chair, the basic design is always the same -- high reclined seat back, with adjoining arm rest that continues down to the seat.
Almost any type of material can be used to cover the chair, although leather is predominantly the most used material to cover the chairs. The seat cushion is be made from foam or cotton. These chairs, like most furniture, are not that inexpensive. Basic models of this chair can start out at $150 and can even cost upwards of $300 when you choose the swivel base and high grain leather. Regardless of the price, this piece will surely catch the eyes of all your guests and achieve your intended purpose.
You can use this chair to update or improve the appearance of your home, office, conference room or waiting room. With the different colors available, you can rest assured that you will be able to find a color that will match your personal style. If the chair is located in your office, it is perfect for reading or taking a nap.
While you consider these chairs, you need to make sure that you will want to make an informed decision. Take the time to visit a furniture store and properly try one out. Make sure that you will be happy with its style as well as the comfort level, because the purchase of tub chairs is a bit of an investment.
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Capricorn Tub Chair in Black Colour: Cream Sale Price: £89.99 |
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WHOC754CR Colour: Cream Features: -Tub chair.-Available in Expresso brown, Black, Cream and Red colours.-Capricorn range.-Material: PU.-Stylish rolled profile plus extra internal foam quilting.-Additional spring packs for added comfort... |
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cream faux leather arm chair / tub chair seating Sale Price: £69.00 |
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BLACK FAUX LEATHER TUB CHAIR Sale Price: £61.00 |
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There are not enough superlatives to describe just how fantastic a design and quality the this Tub Chair is. The Tub chair shell is made from high quality Wooden Frame covered with Black Faux Leather. |
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Ivory Faux Leather Tub Chair Sale Price: £73.95 |
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Dimensions (approx) Height: 29" (72.5cm) Seat Height: 15.5" (39cm) Width: 30" (75cm) Depth: 29" (72.5cm) |
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