Draughtsman Chairs & Office Stools
Choose draughtsman chairs and office stools for work surfaces that sit higher than a conventional office desk, including counters, high workstations, technical benches and poseur-height tables.
This category contains two different types of high seating.
Draughtsman chairs are designed primarily as working seats and typically combine a higher seating range with task-chair features and foot support.
High stools and bistro stools provide simpler seating for breakout, café and informal workplace areas.
Start by deciding whether somebody will work from the seat or use it for shorter, more informal sitting.
What Is a Draughtsman Chair?
A draughtsman chair, sometimes called a drafting chair, is a high office chair designed for use with an elevated working surface.
Depending on the model, features can include:
- Extended-height gas lift
- Height adjustment
- Backrest
- Footring
- Adjustable foot support
- Arms
- Tilt or other task-chair mechanisms
- Castors or glides
The important distinction is that a draughtsman chair is intended to function as a working chair rather than simply providing a higher place to sit.
What Are Draughtsman Chairs Used For?
Draughtsman chairs can be suitable for applications including:
- High office workstations
- Reception counters
- Technical work areas
- Laboratory-style environments where the...
