Office Chairs: Types & Styles Available in South Africa
Choosing the right office chair boosts posture, productivity, and comfort. Below is a practical guide to the main Office Chair types and styles available at Office Stock, with links to browse and buy. For deeper buying insights, see our guides on Top Ergonomic Office Chairs in South Africa and Comfort & Style Combined.
Ergonomic & Executive Seating
High-Back Office Chairs
High-back chairs are ideal for executives or anyone seated for long hours, offering tall backrests and supportive mechanisms.
- Explore: High-Back Office Chairs & Executive High-Back Office Chairs
- Popular picks: Wallstreet High-Back Office Chair, Mirage High-Back Knee Tilt Chair, Siavita Knee Tilt High-Back Chair
Medium-Back & Task Chairs
Balanced support for general office use—great for open-plan teams, reception, and home offices.
- Explore: Medium-Back Office Chairs
- Popular picks: B-Line Medium-Back, S3000 Operator, Airo Medium-Back
Mesh Office Chairs
Breathable backs for warm climates and busy workdays—available in multiple back heights.
- Explore: Mesh High-Back Chairs
- Popular picks: Ergoback Mesh High-Back, Xenon Mesh High-Back, Que Mesh High-Back
Knee-Tilt & Posture-Focused Executive Chairs
Premium mechanisms that distribute weight evenly and encourage dynamic sitting.
- Popular picks: Rhona Posture Knee-Tilt, Holly Wooden Knee-Tilt, Ameira Knee-Tilt
Specialised Seating
Draughtsman / Counter-Height Chairs
Perfect for design studios, laboratories, counters, and standing-height workstations. Look for footrings and extended gas lifts.
- Explore: Draughtsman Chairs
- Popular picks: Q26 Industrial Draughtsman, Lenny Polyurethane Draughtsman, Sit & Stand Draughtsman
Typist & Operators Chairs
Robust, value-driven chairs for call centres, back-office teams, and industrial applications.
- Explore: Typist & Operators Chairs
- Popular picks: S4000 Operator Typist, WC9SYC Industrial, Lotus Aluminium High-Base Typist
Kneeling Chairs
Active-posture seating that opens the hip angle and encourages upright alignment for short, focused sessions.
- Explore: Kneeling Chairs
- Popular pick: Wellback Kneeling Chair
Gaming-Style Office Chairs
Sporty styling with bolstered support—popular for home offices, studios, and hybrid work.
- Explore: Gaming Chairs
- Popular picks: Leica Grey Gaming Chair, Reaper Gaming Chair, Gaming Chair (Blue)
Visitor, Conference & Multi-Use Seating
Visitor Chairs
Comfortable guest seating for receptions, meeting rooms, and waiting areas—available in skid-base, four-leg, and cantilever frames.
- Explore: Visitor Office Chairs & Budget Visitors Chairs
- Popular pick: Econo Side Visitor
Conference & Stacker Chairs
Lightweight, durable, and stackable options for training rooms, events, and boardrooms.
- Explore: Conference Chairs & Conference & Stacker Chairs
- Popular picks: Rickstacker Conference Chair, Stacker 500 Chair, Revolution Polyurethane Stacker
Key Features To Consider
Mechanisms & Adjustability
Look for synchro or knee-tilt mechanisms, adjustable lumbar, and multi-position locks for tailored comfort. See our Office Chair Mechanisms overview.
```Materials & Breathability
Mesh for cooling airflow; upholstered or leather for plush, executive finish. Compare finishes on High-Back and Mesh High-Back ranges.
Spare Parts & Upgrades
Maintain fleets with replacement parts: Office Chair Parts, Chair Bases, Gas Cylinders. For specific glides, see Glide for Nylon Chair Base.
```Use Cases in South Africa
- Executive & Boardroom: Executive High-Back with knee-tilt for long meetings.
- Open-Plan Teams: Medium-Back and Typist & Operators for durable daily use.
- Hot & Hybrid Desks: Mesh High-Back for breathability.
- Counters & Labs: Draughtsman with footrings and extended lift.
- Training & Events: Conference & Stackers for easy storage and setup.
Next Steps
Browse the full range of Office Chairs or expand your setup with Office Furniture. For part replacements and fleet upkeep, visit Office Chair Parts. When you’re ready, add to cart for fast nationwide delivery.