Best Contemporary Craft Stations for Sale

In a today's market, sometimes the only way for a company to get noticed is to give people some eye-candy. Results show that if a company hires good artists to create their ads, design their websites, and create their logos, the company as a whole gets recognized much faster and produces more sales. With so many companies looking for great artists, designers and craftspeople everywhere are looking for the perfect things to help them get their work done. So for professionals, beginners, architects, painters, students, or just people with limited space, there is nothing more helpful than a quality compact craft station!

Where better to start than the basics for a beginner? If you're a regular joe whose perhaps considering a transition into the world of art, there is no better place to start than with a craft station like the Ultima Fold-A-Way Table by Studio Designs for your artistic needs. Beginner tables like this are great for  anyone in need of a great crafts table. It also makes a great solution for anyone with back problems, as it can easily double as an angled writing desk so users can actually use the backrests of those office chairs rather than just dreaming of it. Equipped with all the basics needed for any beginner artist or draftsperson, this table comes with the brilliant added bonus of the ability to fold flat for easy storage, making it perfect for students or anyone with limited space! 

For something a little more flexible in design, the Mayline Ranger Split-Top Table is a fantastic option. This product not only provides an angled drafting table for artistic or academic use, but it also provides a small flat side table built right in! These split-top tables are wonderful choices because they provide an unmoving flat place to set objects that might slide down or break if set on the angled desk. The side table can support a small flatscreen TV for the multitasking artist or nice adjustable monitor arms for computers for students, architects, or web designers. As an extra plus, this table also provides a small drawer for additional storage. For anyone in need of versatile tables or home executive desks, this little beauty is never a bad choice!

Looking for a table just for artists? The Cascade Magnetic Table by Studio Designs is a wonderfully functional table for anyone, but it was definitely designed with the artistic in mind! Complete with a tempered glass safety top, molded slide pencil drawers for storage, bays for books, paper, or magazines, and  four removable art trays for pens, pencils, brushes, erasers, rulers and anything else you've got, you cant go wrong with this table. Designed for the studio, this table also features a magnetic tabletop with magnets included so you dong have to worry about your artwork sliding all over the desk while you work. 

For designers or architects that spend a lot of time refining their work, lighted drafting tables like the Ranger Steel Drafting Lighted Table by Mayline, have great crafting applications, so they are a must. These lighted tables are usually equipped with glass tops that provide a backlight source so that artists can see the work on the page beneath the page on top that they are actually working on. Tables with these special lights allow artists to trace their preliminary work so that it can be altered or refined. For architects and engineers, it allows them to see what all the blueprints or different aspects of a room or building might look like when put together, making tables are priceless additions to any studio.

And finally, the creme de la creme! For the ultimate in craft stations, the Catalina Split Top Workcenter simply cannot be topped! These stylish tables are perfect for studios or even as office desks because of their highly professional look. The Catalina Split Top featured a gorgeous tempered blue safety glass desktop as well as a powdered steel frame for durability. Not only that, this table is also extremely versatile, with flat table space and glass desks that can be easily angled for artistic use or lighted from beneath for drafting purposes. Just add yourself a few stylish modern desk chairs, and your workspace is ready to go!

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The 5 Coolest Desk Chairs for Home and Business Use

We all know there are is a virtually unlimited selection of office chairs available today. All chairs claim to be ergonomic, adjustable, multi functional, and a host of other adjectives to keep you interested. However, there are 5 particular chairs out there that won't break your budget, offer excellent features, and are pretty darn cool. Enjoy this list of the 5 hottest office chairs for the home and business.

The C1BB Mayline Commute chair had to make this list! This new modern mesh chair is revolutionizing the seating industry. A simple to spec solution for today's office environment, the Mayline Commute chair fits users from small to tall by leveraging the seat slider. The new Commute chair is available in both mesh back and upholstered back styles with a choice of black or chrome base. This modern swivel chair is priced from $311.99 and up. An excellent value any way you slice it and definitely one of the coolest desk chairs available. 

When it comes to modern style, the new G20 desk chair by Global Total Office has to be mentioned. This ergonomic features and efficiency improving features of this modern office chair make it one of the coolest seating solutions for both home and business use. The 6007 model G20 chair is intended to bring harmony between form and function. With attributes like cast aluminum accents, synchronized seat mechanism, fully active lumbar support, and a durable yet breathable mesh back, it's no wonder why this new swivel chair is selling like hot cakes.

Next up, the Global Metrus chair. Okay, so this chair has been on the market for awhile. That doesn't mean it's not one of the best! The 4518-3 Metrus chair by Global Total Office features a contemporary style that's hard to miss. The adjustable height arms, foreward and reward seat tilt with infinite tilt lock, pneumatic seat height adjustment and tilt tension control are just a few of the features of this awesome chair. This model comes standard with polished aluminum base and is available in hundreds of upholstery options including leather for your executive seating needs.

It's hard to say what's cooler with 11648B chair by Offices To Go, the $214.99 price or the style! This segmented cushion executive chair boasts a luxhide leather upholstery and polished frame. In person this chair really has an impressive "WOW" factor. The swivel/tilt mechanism with tilt tension adjustment, pneumatic seat height adjustment, and twin wheel carpet casters add to the value of these modern desk chairs. Offices To Go chairs are manufactured by Global Total Office and typically ship within 48 hours. High quality, affordable, and stylish, now that's impressive!

Last but not least, the RFM Verte chair. Imagine settling into a chair that molds itself to your spine’s unique shape. Inspired by the human vertebrae, the Verte combines ergonomics, form and function to produce the ultimate in seating posture and comfort. A decade in the making, the Verte was created by a team of engineers, designers, and ergonomists, and is truly one of a kind. Sit in it once, and you’ll never settle for anything less.







Hopefully you have enjoyed this list of modern office chairs for the home and business. While there are hundreds of additional models available from these manufacturers and many others, it's always important to find out what chair works best for your individual needs. Test a variety of task chairs, swivel chairs, and ergonomic desk chairs to find out what fits your body type. You might end up surprising yourself! No matter what chair you decide on, remember this simple fact, making cool and comfortable work together is definitely attainable.

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5 Awesome Office Chairs Under $200

Often we're asked the average price for good office chairs.  For that reason, we decided to highlight a few of our favorite office chairs priced under $200. Keep in mind, beauty is in the eye of the beholder. It's always important to research the chairs your considering purchasing. However, in this case we've done the research for you. Enjoy!

First up, this contemporary mesh back desk chair for only $49.99. This little chair by Flash Furniture made the list as our most affordable and for that reason we decided to share it first. For the price the BT-6138-1-BK-GG mesh chair is an excellent value. This simple ergonomic chair features a mid back design, heavy duty nylon base, pneumatic seat height adjustment, and dual wheel casters. Like we said... truly an excellent value for under fifty bucks.

Next up, the OFM AirFlo chair. The 651 model contemporary AirFlo series desk chair features stylish metal accents on base and arms, knee-tilt lock/swivel mechanism, gas lift height adjustment
and an adjustable lumbar support. The 4 position height adjustable arms, 3" thick fabric padded seat
and durable polyurethane backrest add to the value when considering the price is only $184.99. This is truly an excellent chair for both home and business applications. The 651 is also stain-resistant and supports up to 250 lbs. Need more? This awesome chair is typically available on the OFM quick ship program!

Third on our list, the  11657B Offices To Go modern mesh chair. The 11657B is perfect for contemporary conference room furniture applications and features ergonomic attributes that are hard to pass up for only $159.99. This excellent seating solution features a breathable black mesh back and fabric seat, highly polished chrome arms with padded armrests (armrests can be removed at user's discretion
to achieve a fully polished look), a polished aluminum base with twin wheel carpet casters, and much more. The pneumatic seat height adjustment and single position tilt lock with tilt tension adjustment also deserve honorable mention. Most people over look features like these. However, finding a chair under $200 that boasts these awesome attributes is almost unheard of. 

Our 4th chair, the Martha Washington Swivel chair by Flash Furniture steers away from the contemporary style we typically highlight, and that's exactly why it's made our list. This wood executive chair features all the modern ergonomic features and comfort of a contemporary chair but at a fraction of the price. For $181.99, this chair is a fantastic buy. The Martha Washington chair fits well in upscale law offices and will draw compliments from almost everyone who sees it. We recommend keeping the price a secret... it will only upset people who paid three times as much for a chair half as nice!

Last but not least (and our personal favorite), the 11730B Luxhide leather managers chair by Offices To Go. If you haven't figured it out by now, we love Offices To Go chairs and you should to! The 11730B is a versatile office chair that fits perfectly in almost any application. Use the 11730B in conference room, executive office, and home office desk applications with ease. This affordable office chair features a contemporary style that's sure to impress along with pneumatic seat height adjustment to keep you comfortable as well. With a price tag of $199.99 we had to include the 11730B. I know it cuts it extremely close to our budget, but hey it's definitely worth it!

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Popular New Office Chairs from Global Total Office

For years Global Total Office has produced industry leading office chair solutions that we've all come to rely on. Whether you're in the market for affordable new desk chairs or home office seating solutions, Global offers a quality and affordable solution that won't let you down.

This year, Global has released several new seating collections along with additional models to current lines. That being said we've decided to highlight a few of our favorites!

Chair 1: 2660-4 Loover Mesh Back Desk Chair

Loover is the first chair to feature the Weight Sensing Synchro-Tilter, that requires no tilt tension adjustments. It is always set right, for everyone. This modern mesh back chair from Global is ideal for both home office and professional business use.

Chair Features:

- Available in Ten Mesh colors with coordinating seat colors, in "Match" fabric.
- Loover is also available in fully upholstered fabric, vinyl and leather models.
- A live lumbar support is incorporated into the back design which is
  height adjustable via a concealed ratchet system.
- Side activated sliding seat depth adjustment is standard on Multi-Tilters and Synchro-Tilters.
- G5 lockable armcaps are height, depth and width adjustable to suit user preference.
- Five legged, injection molded, fiberglass reinforced, Nylon "Governor" base.
  Available in polished Aluminum Finish
- Loover is equipped with Global's high quality Soft Descent (TM) pneumatic lift which
  slowly and gently lowers the seat height

Dimensions: 25.5w x 25d x 45.5h

Chair 2: 2790-4 Mirage Series Office Chair

The 2790-4 Mirage chair offers a stylish option for managerial and meeting room seating! This attractive and affordable office chair solution features a wide variety of ergonomic features designed to increase productivity and efficiency in the workplace. Even though this chair has only been out for a few months, it's already taking the seating industry by storm!


Dimensions: 26.5w x 26.5d x 42.5h

Chair 3:  8490 Priority Office Chair

 

 Priority is slim, sleek and supporting! This professional office chair collection has been out the longest of our other highlighted models but still deserves honorable mention. The 8490 is one of those chairs that just jumps out at you! At first glance it's easy to see that this product features a contemporary style and screams ergonomic efficiency.


Chair Features:

   - This series is constructed with a rigid outer shell that maintains the ergonomic
      contour, seat, and back cushion for comfort.
   - Models can be upholstered in leather, fabric or in combination.
   - The knee-tilt mechanism features a user-friendly side tension adjustment for convenience and comfort.
   - Priority is well suited for use in private offices, meeting rooms and conference rooms.
   - Frames are standard in Black (BK). Optional Polished Aluminum (PA), Chrome (CH)
     and Tungsten (TUN) frames are available.

Dimensions: 23.5w x 23.5d x 46h

Chair 4: 8624 Marche Series Contemporary Wood Side Chair

We had originally planned to include all computer, executive, and desk style ergonomic chairs in the post. However, because Marche is such a clever contemporary wood seating series that can be utilized within guest, hospitality and lounge applications, we had to put it in!




Chair Features: 

   - Marche's unique feature is the sleek Italian curved plywood back.
   - 11 wood finishes are available to coordinate with any interior scheme.
   - Frame finishes include brushed chrome, chrome, black and tungsten.
   - Contemporary wood seating series!

Dimensions: 20w x 21d x 31.5h

Chair 5:  2739 Graphic Office Chair

Developed by world-renowned seating designer Zooey Chu, the Graphic series offers casual style and contemporary scale in an affordable ergonomic design.

   - The chair back features a new mechanism that places the pivot point directly below
      the operator's hips allowing both the user and the chair back to pivot from the same
      point in a natural motion.
   - Graphic's slim, Euro-style back is contoured side to side for comfort and top to bottom,
      integrating a lumbar
      support. Back options include fully upholstered, breathable mesh and a durable textured nylon back.
   - The chair back is designed to pivot from a point directly below the users hips resulting in a
      natural, ergonomic motion.
      The tilt tension can be adjusted to balance the user's body weight. The chair's back can be
      locked in either an upright or reclined position. Seat height and arm height are independently adjustable.

Dimensions: 25 x 24 x 36

Chair 6: 2677LM-4 Accord Mesh Chair

The 2677LM-4 modern mesh back office chair from the Global Accord seating collection is designed for professional use. This contemporary ergonomic chair is sure to impress even the harshest of critics.

Chair Features:

    - The breathable mesh back promotes airflow and comfort, and gently supports the natural curve
       of the spine to reduce fatigue during extended meetings.
    - Other features include polished aluminum arms, soft urethane arm caps, pneumatic
       seat height adjustment, tilt-tension adjustment and multiple position tilt control lock.
    - Durable urethane armcaps are soft and warm to the touch.
    - Tilt-tension adjustment and multiple position tilt-lock control.

Dimensions: 26w x 24d x 37.5h

Chair 7: 1906 Roma Mesh Back Chair

Last but not least, the new Roma office chairs by Global are becoming more and more popular, and for good reason! This line of ergonomic chairs is ideal for home and high use business applications.

Simply put, Roma is a great looking chair that fits you and just about any where you need a place to sit down. From the office to the home to the college dorm or hotel work desk, Roma fits the bill with great support and without taking up too much space.

Chair Features:

    - The breathable mesh back is available in six mesh colors that have six matching fabric options
    - Arms and armcaps are constructed of durable fiberglass reinforced Nylon,
    - fixed height with a special coating that feels soft and warm to the touch
    - Grade 4 Fabric with Mesh Back

Chair Dimensions: 25.5"W x 23.5"D x 38"H (45 lbs.)

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Popular Office Chair Styles for Home and Business Use

In today's post we will be covering several of the most common types of new office chairs, there function or purpose, and what makes them beneficial to end users. With so many seating options on the market it's important to educate yourself with as much buying power and product knowledge as possible. We hope that you find this post informative!

Style 1: Conference Chairs

It's all in the name! This form of chair is obviously designed for professional office use. Typically conference chairs feature loop arms and are upholstered in a leather of your choice. Common styles include both high back and mid back variations. In most cases, the larger the boardroom the fancier the conference chair. For small spaces a simple task style conference chair with mesh back is typically used. These types range from about $99 to $249 depending on brand. For more upscale conference areas a high back leather chair is often used to convey success. These range from about $299 on up. Again, these estimates completely depend on the brand you choose to go with.

Style 2: Desk Chairs

In most cases desk chairs are the most affordable style of chair made. They typically feature a fabric or breathable mesh back design like the chair pictured above. Modern desk chairs can offer quite a few quality ergonomic features like adjustable arms, built in lumbar supports, and various tension adjustments. The average price for a new desk chair is around $99 but more upscale models are certainly available.

Style 3: Executive Chairs

Executive office chairs are the definition of success and class in the workplace. A high end executive chair will feature a high back design, Italian leather upholstery, various top notch ergo features, and much more. The chair shown for example is one of the most upscale executive chairs on the market. The Concorde Presidential Chair sports a price tag of $2179. For a chair with this many features, and this high a comfort level, it's worth every penny! However, that's a bit unrealistic for the average consumer! That being said, the common conception is that executive chairs have to be extremely expensive. This is definitely not the case. Excellent executive chairs from respected manufacturers including Global Total Office can be purchased for as little as $399 in a variety of leather options. Depending on the statement you are trying to make, and the level of comfort you demand, there is definitely an executive chair on the market for you!

Style 4: Guest Chairs

There are endless styles of guest chairs on the market today. So much so that it can be overwhelming! This category of chairs probably deserves a post of it's own but deserves a mention here none the less. Common guest chair styles include the following...

Side Chairs: Typically used in executive offices to compliment the decor. These types of guest chairs usually feature a wood finish and can be in either mobile or fixed leg variations.

Beam Seating: Beam seating is becoming more and more popular. As the modern office furniture boom continues, the market for products like beam seating will grow as well. This style of guest chair is often completely customizable. Beam seating offers the ability to add or remove seats and tables from a beam in order to maximize a spaces potential. This for of office seating is most commonly found in reception areas.

Lounge Chairs: Most of us are familiar with this style of chair. Lounge chairs are found in homes, waiting rooms, lobbies, and many other places. While fabric lounge chairs are popular, leather versions dominate the market. This type of chair will always be popular, as in most cases it allows for shoppers to pair a selection with other matching furniture from the same collection.

Style 5: Big & Tall Chairs

Big and tall office chairs are typically made to support up to 500 lbs. For most people to consider a chair "big and tall" it needs to support at minimum 300 lbs. Shoppers in the market for this style of chair will find a huge selection of awesome seating designed to provide optimum levels of comfort. Big & Tall seating often offers excellent ergonomic features and chair adjustability not found on other office chair styles.

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5 Ergonomic Desk Chair Features Worth Remembering

Today we will identify and define several key ergonomic features found commonly in desk chairs. If your chairs don't have these features.... well you might just need to upgrade!

Ergonomic Feature 1: Tension Adjustment

Increase or decrease chair tension to allow your body to rock comfortably without heavy pushing. This feature helps to reduce muscle fatigue.

Ergonomic Feature 2: Chair Tilt Lock

This features allows users the ability to lock their seat to accommodate individual position preferences. There are two types of chair tilt lock. These are single and infinite. Infinite allows you to lock the chair at any angle you choose.

Ergonomic Feature 3: Seat Height

This features has become a standard on most office chairs As simple as it sounds, it really is an important ergonomic attribute to add to your office chair. Adjusting the seat height of a chair to meet your needs will take pressure off your thighs, which will subsequently ease blood flow.

Ergonomic Feature 4: Arm Height Adjustment

Another common feature that should not be over looked. I personally would not purchase a chair that did not offer arm height adjustment. This valuable feature allows operators to reduce the muscular effort in the neck and shoulders, therefore minimizing the risk of pain.

Ergonomic Feature 5: Contoured Seat Cushions

Contoured cushions support the body effectively. They allow users to sit for longer periods comfortably. Thus increasing your productivity.

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