Office chairs and desks buying guide

If you sit for hours, adjustability is worth more than looks.

1. Look for adjustable seat height, seat depth and armrests so it fits your body rather than the other way round.
2. Lumbar support that you can adjust follows your lower back better than a fixed cushion.
3. Check the weight limit and the warranty, which reveal how the chair is built.
4. For standing desks, check the height range for your height, the motor's stability and the memory presets.
5. Try to sit in it for 30 minutes if you can, or check the return policy.

Common mistake: Buying a chair for one posture only; the best posture is the next one, so move often.