Steelcase Leap Chair
The Steelcase Leap chair is a high-end, ergonomic chair that sells in the $500 - $1000 price range. Designed to be eco-friendly, the Leap has been certified Cradle to Cradle Silver.
Steelcase boasts that the Leap chair is a product of four years of research, 27 different scientists, 11 studies and 732 test participants. They made the Leap chair's back to move along with your movements so that it actually mimics and supports the movement of your back.
The chair comes with several standard features. LiveBack® technology supports the back to keep the user from sitting with bad posture and increasing the stress on the discs and ligaments. Slats in the back support and seat, along with special foam, make the chair breathable to control excess heat and perspiration. The seat adjusts for customized leg and torso lengths to accommodate different body sizes.
Lower back controls offer support for the lower spine's natural curvature. The telescoping arms move forward, backward, and pivot to align wrists, forearms, should and neck. Reclining support encourages variations in posture so that you can change positions frequently and change the way your spine bears weight. Upper back force controls enable you to customize reclining support.
Optional features include a stool version of the chair, adjustable lumbar support, and several color and finish options. The Leap chair frame is available in black, midnight, and platinum. For a dressier look, the chair can be customized with a polished aluminum frame. You can choose from Steelcase and Designtex fabric upholstery, leather, or vinyl. You can even provide your own material for a perfect match with your office décor.
The chair rolls smoothly on casters and fits a wide range of body sizes. While many office chairs recommend a weight limit of around 250 pounds, this chair is designed to support up to 300 pounds, and it comes backed by a lifetime warranty.
Here’s what others have said about the Leap chair by Steelcase.
Pros
• Adjust easily and accommodates different sizes
• Steelcase offers video instructions for adjusting the chair
• Chair is made of sturdy materials, and supports large body sizes
• Backrest conforms for excellent support
• Lifetime Warranty
Cons
• The chair is large and not suitable for economizing space
• The arm rests cannot be locked into position and move around too easily
• You can add an optional headrest after initial purchase, but it requires replacing the entire chair back
Click here to buy the Leap Chair from the official Steelcase.com store
