Draughtmans Chairs

Draughtsmen are skilled workers who draw machinery or buildings on drawing boards. This requires sitting down for long periods of time and therefore comfort is essential. A draughtsmans chair has been designed with this in mind and is sturdy and practical. This type of chair is designed for different heights of working at a desk.

A draughtsmans chair is normally taller than office chairs and does not have wheels. There is normally a foot ring by way of leg support when the legs do not touch the ground.

Draughtsman chairs are built for comfort and ease of use. They normally have heavy duty lever mechanisms as well as contoured seats and back. Weight tolerances are up to 20 stone. Draughtsmans chairs will have castors or possibly glides which are flat feet on the base of the chair.

Many chairs will have brake loaded castors meaning that the chair can be moved around freely when nobody is sitting in it. When weight is applied to the chair, a brake will stop the chair moving. This is a safety aspect designed to prevent the chair from sliding if the user leans too far one way. For added comfort and safety, many draughtsman's chairs have lockable reclining back tilt mechanisms.

A draughtsman chair can be surprisingly inexpensive. It will be extremely well made, will give many years of wear and will come with a guarantee. When considering the purchase of a draughtsman chair it is a good idea to buy the best you can afford.