An alternative way to sit at your desk
Traditional Office-Chair Sitting Not Working for You?
A kneeling chair changes your sitting position by allowing the thighs to
angle downwards while the padded lower support helps share your weight
between the seat and lower legs.
The Ergonomic Kneeling Chair provides an alternative to
conventional 90-degree chair sitting, with adjustable seat height,
thick cushioning and the choice of using the chair with or without a backrest.
It can be particularly useful for people who want to introduce another
seated position into their working day rather than remaining in the same
conventional chair posture for hours at a time.
A different sitting position, not simply a different office chair.
Kneeling seating changes the angle of your hips and thighs while providing
padded support beneath the lower legs, creating a noticeably different
working posture from a conventional chair.
Designed for People Who Want an Alternative to Conventional Sitting
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Adjustable Seat Height
Adjust the seat between approximately 50cm and 64cm to suit your body,
desk and preferred kneeling position.
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Generous Knee & Shin Support
The broad 45 × 25cm padded support gives your lower legs a substantial
cushioned contact area.
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Optional Backrest
Choose the open kneeling-chair format or add the backrest if you prefer
having something behind you during pauses and position changes.
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Mobile Castor Base
Move around your workstation more easily without having to lift and
reposition the chair each time.
How Does a Kneeling Chair Change the Way You Sit?
On a conventional office chair, your thighs usually extend forward from
your hips with your knees bent at roughly desk-chair height.
A kneeling chair angles the thighs downwards and places the lower legs
against a padded support.
This changes the angle between the torso and thighs and can encourage a
more forward, upright sitting position for some users.
Your body weight should still be supported primarily through the seat.
The lower pad is there to provide additional support rather than forcing
all of your weight directly onto your knees.
You're Not Supposed to Put All Your Weight on Your Knees
The name "kneeling chair" can make the sitting position sound more extreme
than it actually is.
You still sit on the main seat cushion.
The padded lower platform supports the shin and knee area while the seat
continues to carry much of your body weight.
Correct setup is important. If you feel excessive pressure through your
knees or lower legs, adjust your position rather than assuming that pressure
is simply part of using the chair.
Who Is a Kneeling Chair Most Likely to Appeal To?
Alternative Sitting
Back-Sensitive Users
Home Offices
Posture Variety
It is particularly relevant if you find yourself repeatedly uncomfortable
in traditional office-chair sitting and want to experiment with a different
hip, thigh and trunk position at the desk.
Think of It as Another Sitting Position, Not Necessarily Your Only One
No single sitting position needs to be maintained for an entire working day.
A kneeling chair can be used as one part of a more varied workstation,
particularly if you also have access to a conventional chair or standing position.
Moving between different postures during the day may feel more comfortable
than expecting any one chair to be the perfect position for eight uninterrupted hours.
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Variation still matters.
Even if the kneeling position feels comfortable, continue changing
position, standing and moving regularly throughout your working day.
Considering a Kneeling Chair Because Your Back Is Uncomfortable?
A kneeling chair changes your seated position considerably compared with
a conventional office chair.
For some people, that different position may feel more comfortable and
reduce the amount of time spent in a posture that aggravates their symptoms.
However, a kneeling chair is not a treatment for back pain and it cannot
guarantee pain relief.
Persistent or significant back symptoms should be discussed with a
physiotherapist, occupational therapist or other appropriate health professional.
With Backrest or Without?
The Kneeling Chair is available in two configurations so you can choose the
style that best suits how you intend to use it.
OPEN
Without Backrest
Keeps the chair simple and open, allowing you to use the kneeling
position without a back support behind you.
BACK
With Backrest
Adds a support behind you for times when you want to change position
or briefly lean back rather than remaining in the active kneeling posture.
Choosing the backrest?
The Backrest Doesn't Turn It into a Conventional Office Chair
The fundamental sitting position remains a kneeling-chair position.
The optional backrest simply provides another support point when you want it.
If you regularly want to recline or rely heavily on lumbar and backrest
support throughout the day, a conventional ergonomic office chair may be
a better fit.
Generous Padding Where It Matters
Both the seat and lower-leg support use cushioned padding designed for
regular desk use.
The kneeling pad is approximately 45cm wide × 25cm deep,
giving the lower legs a broad contact area rather than relying on narrow
individual knee pads.
Anti-bacterial foam is used in the padded components for a practical
workplace seating solution.
Compact Seat, Substantial Lower-Leg Support
The main seat measures approximately
42cm wide × 35cm deep.
That is intentionally different from the large seat pan of a traditional
ergonomic office chair because the kneeling-chair position distributes
your seated posture differently.
If you specifically prefer a deep, wide conventional seat that supports
most of your thighs horizontally, this style of seating will feel quite different.
Adjustable from Approximately 50cm to 64cm High
The seat height can be adjusted through a range of approximately
50cm to 64cm.
This allows you to change the overall working position to suit your body and desk.
Because kneeling chairs position the legs differently from conventional
chairs, do not assume that the seat height you use on your normal office
chair will automatically be the correct setting here.
Take Time to Set It Up Properly
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Sit Back on the Seat
Place your weight through the main seat cushion rather than dropping
heavily onto the lower kneeling pad.
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Rest the Lower Legs
Allow your shins and knee area to make comfortable contact with the
padded lower support.
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Adjust to Your Desk
Fine-tune the chair height so your keyboard and mouse remain within
comfortable reach without lifting your shoulders.
Don't Forget Your Desk Height
Changing your sitting position can change where your arms meet the desk.
Once the kneeling chair is adjusted, check that your keyboard and mouse
still sit at a workable height.
If your chair position causes you to shrug your shoulders or reach upwards
towards the desktop, you may need to reconsider the chair height, work-surface
height or overall workstation setup.
Expect an adjustment period
It Won't Feel Like Your Normal Office Chair
Your hips, thighs and lower legs are positioned differently, and the chair
does not provide the same broad seat-pan support as a conventional chair.
If you are new to kneeling seating, consider starting with shorter periods
and gradually increasing use as you become familiar with the position.
The goal is not to tolerate discomfort because the chair is "ergonomic".
Adjust the chair, change position or alternate seating if your body is
telling you the position needs to change.
Castors Make It Easier to Move Around Your Workspace
The wheeled base allows you to reposition around your desk without lifting
the entire chair.
This can be useful if you move between different parts of the workstation
or need to get in and out of the kneeling position regularly.
Kneeling Chair or Traditional Ergonomic Chair?
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Choose a Kneeling Chair If...
You want to experiment with a more open hip angle and a distinctly
different seated position from a traditional office chair.
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Consider an Office Chair If...
You want a large conventional seat, lumbar support, recline, seat-depth
adjustment or a chair designed primarily for prolonged supported sitting.
Kneeling Chair or Saddle Chair?
Both options change the traditional seated position, but they do it differently.
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Kneeling Chair
Uses a forward sitting position with padded support beneath the lower
legs to create a different hip and thigh angle.
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Saddle Chair
Uses a higher riding-style seat with the legs positioned more freely
to either side, which can be useful for mobile or close-access work.
Consider your individual fit
Kneeling Seating Isn't the Right Choice for Everyone
The chair places the hips, knees and lower legs in a different position
from conventional sitting.
If you have significant knee problems, difficulty getting into or out of
kneeling positions, restricted lower-limb movement or another condition
that could make this posture unsuitable, seek individual advice before purchasing.
Choosing equipment around your body and work is more important than
choosing a product simply because it carries an ergonomic label.
Straightforward Assembly
The chair requires assembly and is designed to take approximately
10 minutes using the supplied tools and instructions.
An onsite assembly option is also available where shown on the product page.
Product Details
Product Type
Adjustable ergonomic kneeling chair
Seat Height
Approximately 50cm to 64cm
Seat Width
Approximately 42cm
Seat Depth
Approximately 35cm
Kneeling Pad Width
Approximately 45cm
Kneeling Pad Depth
Approximately 25cm
Padding
Anti-bacterial foam
Upholstery
Durable fabric
Backrest
Available with or without backrest
Mobility
Castor-wheel base
Assembly
Approximately 10 minutes with tools and instructions included
Best For
Users wanting an alternative seated position to a conventional office chair
Is the Kneeling Chair Right for You?
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A Strong Choice If...
You find conventional office-chair sitting uncomfortable, want to
experiment with a different hip and thigh position, and are comfortable
using padded lower-leg support as part of your seated posture.
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Consider Another Chair If...
You need substantial lumbar support, recline, a deep conventional seat,
advanced office-chair adjustability or have knee or lower-limb limitations
that make kneeling-style seating unsuitable.
Not Sure Whether a Kneeling Chair Will Suit You?
Use the Ask a Question option on this page and tell us your
height, desk height, how many hours you sit each day and what you're hoping
to change about your current sitting position.
If you're considering a kneeling chair because of discomfort, include where
you experience symptoms so our team can help you compare this chair with
the other seating options in our range.
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3-Year Warranty
The Ergonomic Kneeling Chair is covered by a
three-year warranty. If a fault develops during the
warranty period, we'll work with you to arrange repair or replacement
in accordance with our warranty terms.
Change the Way You Sit Instead of Buying Another Version of the Same Chair
If conventional office-chair sitting isn't working for you, the Ergonomic
Kneeling Chair gives you a genuinely different seated position with adjustable
height, substantial cushioning and the choice of an open design or added backrest.
