What is an executive chair?

Executive chairs are durable and attractive office chairs designed for use by managers and executives. The chairs normally feature a higher back and additional padding in comparison to the simpler and more practical chairs utilized by other employees. Executive office chairs are available in mass-produced designs, but may also be custom designed. The typical executive chair is designed for comfort as well as style. The seat usually includes thick padding that provides cushioning and support that make it possible to sit at a desk for long periods of time without tiring the lower area of the spine. Different brands of these types of chairs offer seat padding that range from very soft to relatively firm. This makes it possible to choose a chair that provides the level of support needed, even if the user has a pre-existing back problem. Additional padding is also included on the back of the chair. In design, the back may be tufted or solid, depending on the personal preferences of the ...  more