How to choose the right chair for a student?

The right chair for the student's desk reduces stress on the spine, reducing the risk of scoliosis and other posture problems. That is why it is important to take seriously the choice of this furniture when organizing a "working" area for a student. When buying a chair, first of all, you need to pay attention to its design, reliability and safety, and last of all to think about the price.

Domestic and foreign furniture manufacturers produce various chairs for schoolchildren, differing in their design. There are several types of models on the market that differ in design and functionality.

• Writing chair - this is the most affordable piece of furniture in terms of price. It is a metal frame with a wooden seat and backrest. This model has no adjustments, which is why it will be comfortable only with the "suitable" growth of the child. The advantages of this product include its reliability and simplicity of design, and the disadvantages - the lack of comfort when the student is doing homework.

• Growing models - these are chairs that have the ability to adjust the position of the seat. They can be used for more than one year, choosing the optimal sitting position for the child's height. Usually such models are bought for children under 10 years old.

• Orthopedic chair Is a chair with a curved orthopedic back. It allows you to form the correct posture of the student and does not allow excessive stress on the child's spine. Orthopedic chairs have the ability to adjust the height and angle of the backrest. Some models are equipped with a footrest that adjusts to the height of the student. This chair is the best option for children who spend a long time at the desk. Orthopedic products are suitable for any child, regardless of age. They are comfortable and convenient. However, due to their high cost, not everyone chooses them.

• Computer chairs. For children, products with the ability to adjust the height and depth of the seat are suitable. They are comfortable and easy to use. And also such models are cheaper than orthopedic ones, which determines their high demand among consumers.

Chairs for children are upholstered with various materials. The "shell" of the seat will determine how long it will be able to maintain a presentable appearance. For children, textiles are usually chosen. These can be cotton and linen based materials. They are excellent for air permeability and quickly absorb the resulting moisture. Some parents prefer chairs with seats made of leather or eco-leather (a substitute for natural). Such products look luxurious and, moreover, are easy to care for (if dirty, they are wiped with a damp cloth). They are able to fit into any interior of the room, but such options are undesirable for children. The skin and its substitutes are practically not ventilated, which is why the child will sweat quickly, especially in the summer.

It is worth considering that the upholstery of a children's chair is often dirty, which makes it necessary to clean or wash it. In order to avoid inconvenience in maintaining the cleanliness of the seat, it is recommended to purchase chairs with removable covers. They can be quickly and easily removed if dirty and washed in a typewriter. If the family budget is limited, it is best to buy chairs with a variegated color. They will retain their presentability much longer than seats with a solid color, since small spots, marks from markers and other defects will practically not be visible on them.

To choose the right desk chair for your student, you need to pay attention to such nuances as:

• choose models with a not too deep seat, because this indicator should be no more than 2/3 of the student's thigh length;
• to make the child comfortable, it is important to choose a product with a beveled edge;
• the correct chair has a hard back at the base, it must be taken into account that the back of the product must be located not below the level of the shoulder blades; if the model is adjustable, it is necessary to fix the back in this position and change the adjustments as the student grows up;
• if parents prefer models that are too tall, you need to think about a specialized footrest;
• when buying a chair with wheels, you should give preference to products that have at least 5 of them, otherwise the furniture will have poor stability.

To make a chair for a child a "successful" purchase, it is worth listening to a number of expert advice.

• It is recommended that you refuse to purchase a product for growth. Furniture that belongs to teens or adults is not suitable for elementary school students. Child health should not be neglected for financial gain.
• To buy a reliable chair, you need to pay attention to the material of its manufacture. The frame of the most durable products is made of aluminum, steel and other metals. The most reliable are metal models with at least 5 points of support.
• Experts recommend choosing not only practical, but also safe chairs, in the production of which environmentally friendly materials were used (they do not exude a strong odor). Therefore, it is better to refuse furniture items with lacquer and paint coatings. They can cause allergic reactions in children.

• Choose chairs with hard seats. At first glance, it may seem that such models will be inconvenient for schoolchildren. However, soft sitting in most cases causes curvature of the spine and the formation of poor posture.
• Parents should refuse to purchase chairs with armrests. The fact is that when doing lessons or during creative activities, the child will "stretch" in one direction or the other, which also eventually leads to curvature of the spine.
• When choosing chairs, experts advise not to stop your choice on products with wheels. If the parents decide to purchase just such a model, it is important that it has an automatic or mechanical lock.

In the production of children's chairs, high-quality materials must be used that are distinguished by safety. The design of such products should ensure the correct position of the body during exercise.

Products of several brands meet these requirements.

• Duorest. This company produces chairs with a pair of movable backs that securely fix the child's back.

• Mealux Is a Taiwanese company that produces orthopedic chairs that can be adjusted in all parameters. The manufacturer sells products for schoolchildren of all age groups (from first graders to graduates).

• Moll Is a German company that produces orthopedic chairs for children of the middle and senior age group. Products under this brand are distinguished by stylish design, simple adjustments and durability.

• Comf-Pro Is a Taiwanese manufacturer that sells chairs with orthopedic backs and bases. Products of this brand are adjustable in depth and height of the seat and back. Models have bright colors and are made from environmentally friendly materials.

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