Drafting, Counter-Height and Saddle Chairs
Drafting chairs are task chairs built taller, with a longer gas lift and a foot ring, for people who work at a standing-height desk, a drawing table, a lab bench or a shop counter. The foot ring matters most: without somewhere to rest the feet, a high seat presses into the backs of the thighs within minutes. Saddle seats belong here too, since they are how many people perch at that height, with thighs sloping down and the sitter leaning in. Compare the full height range, whether the ring adjusts, and whether a backrest is offered. This category covers makers of both, from lab and studio seating to office models.
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European wobble stool and saddle stool brand selling online across Europe and the UK, with a 30-day trial, a 2-year warranty and multi-stool discounts.
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Direct-to-consumer office furniture brand selling its own chairs and standing desks across the contiguous US and Canada, with a New York partner showroom.
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Finnish maker of saddle chairs, height-adjustable desks and clinical arm supports, with a country selector covering much of Europe.
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Dutch maker of ergonomic work chairs, saddle chairs and sit-stand stools for dental, medical, industrial and office workplaces, sold through a dealer network.
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US online store for saddle stools, kneeling chairs, dental and surgeon chairs and drafting-height seating, selling its own label alongside brands such as Salli, Bambach and Jobri.
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US commercial furniture retailer founded in 2001, part of Ubique Group in Canton, GA, selling office, event, restaurant, church and classroom seating in US dollars.
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Canadian maker of customizable ergonomic chairs marketed for pain-free living, with online ordering available in Canada and phone-only orders in the USA due to tariff changes.
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UK-based retailer of premium office seating and furniture from international brands with free UK delivery.
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Factory-direct US retailer of ergonomic and task chairs with free shipping on hundreds of models.
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Direct-to-consumer office furniture maker offering mesh and task chairs alongside standing desks and active seating.
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Australian office furniture maker and distributor serving Australasia with 30 years of ergonomic design and manufacturing experience.
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New York furniture brand founded in 2010 whose online store sells office and drafting chairs alongside home furniture, priced in US or Canadian dollars
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Boulder-founded online dealer for OM Seating chairs and Special T tables, pricing in US dollars with free shipping on almost all orders and bulk discounts from 5 units
Frequently asked questions
How can I try a chair before I commit to buying one?
Some brands like Wobblez offer a 30-day trial period to test their stools. Other retailers like Branch have partner showrooms in New York where you can see furniture in person.
Where can I find specialty seating for medical or dental professionals?
Salli, Score, and Sit Healthier all carry ergonomic options specifically designed for medical, dental, and surgical environments. Score sells through a dealer network, while Sit Healthier is a US based online store.
Which retailers offer international shipping or specific regional service?
Office Chairs UK provides free delivery within the UK, and Buro serves the Australasia region. If you are in Canada, you can order from LIFEFORM Chairs online, but you'll need to call them to place an order if you are in the USA.
Are there options available for commercial or large scale orders?
BizChair is a commercial furniture retailer that sells various seating types for offices, churches, and classrooms. You can also find specialized industrial and workplace seating through Score.
Can I customize my ergonomic chair to fit my specific needs?
LIFEFORM Chairs allows you to customize their ergonomic chairs to support pain-free living. Many other brands on this list focus on specific styles like saddle stools or drafting chairs.