What's New: Roma Series Training Room Chairs by Global

With all the office chairs out there today, it's hard to know what fit is best for you. However, if you enjoy style, comfort, and affordability, it's likely that Global's Roma Series will have exactly what you need! Roma Chairs are versatile, diverse, and appealing enough for use in all sorts of office environments. In today's article, we're honoring this amazing series with a review to help you decide if the Roma is your amore!

Models

One of the greatest assets of the Roma series is that this collection of chairs offers many diverse models to furnish the workplace with. Whether you spend your day at an office desk, in a cubicle, a training room, or even sitting in the lobby, the Roma series has a chair for you. There are six desk-style chairs that would be excellent in an executive office, cubicle, training, or conference room all with varied features and back stylings for extra appeal. In addition, there are also wheeled task chairs with nesting capabilities for easy storage. Models like the 1899 Roma Mesh Nesting Chair by Global even feature flip-up seats to maximize storage space, making them perfect for offices that fluctuate in activity.

Features

Features of Roma Series chairs vary by model, so naturally, chairs meant for different purposes offer different features. Fortunately, these different features offer plenty of versatility. For those in warmer working environments, Roma offers breathable mesh chairs to prevent the buildup of heat and germs. Additionally, Roma also provides leather and fabric upholstered desk chairs for those in the cool. As for ergonomics, Global never disappoints. Here are some relatively common features of most Roma models. Be sure to see if your chair has them:

Common Roma Features:

Mesh, fabric, or leather upholstery
Flex response back support
Fixed height with special coating that feels soft and warm to the touch
Pneumatic seat height
Tilt tension control
Versatile color options
Adaptable for use in different office environments

Color Options

Worried about whether or not your chair will match your workplace? Never fear! The Roma collection by Global offers a wide array of color fabric upholstery options. In certain models, users can choose from autumn orange, to cabaret, chamois, melon, graphite, bronze, and even surf! With these cool colorful chairs for office use, designing a cohesive workplace has never been simpler.

Space Saving Attributes

Got a training area for new recruits? Then Roma series foldable training chairs are the best way to furnish it. These seating solutions, particularly the training room models, are the perfect space savers in public work environments. The nesting capabilities they offer allow users to flip up seats for compact, easy storage. They are ideal for offices that fluctuate in activity since chairs can be stowed away in less active times only to be brought out again when offices are bustling with visitors. Models like the 1900 Roma Black Nesting Chair by Global offer unique style with mobility and foldability for the ultimate in office convenience.

Greenguard Certification

Now, if you've been wondering why Global Roma chairs are so affordable, we can assure you it's not because they skimped on the quality of design. Actually, the affordability of these chairs likely comes from the materials used. As discount modern desk chairs certified by Greenguard for sustainable manufacture, Roma chairs are eco-friendly. For offices that value the environments just as much as their clients, Roma chairs make a great addition to the team!

Overview

Overall, Roma Chairs by Global are amazing additions to any workplace. With quality desk and training models available, Roma chairs are ideal compliments to computer desks, home and business offices, schools, universities, and libraries. With incredible ergonomic features, and a Greenguard certification to boot, Roma chairs are a hit-on-all-sixes. They truly live up to the reputation functional chairs by Global Total Office have earned throughout the years!

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Shop Smart: 10 Ergonomic Desk Chairs Under $200

Everyone likes to shop smart and save big, but sometimes trying to find the right balance between product and price can be a challenge. An item that seems like a great deal may really just be a ploy for dealers to rid themselves of products that don't actually work. Fortunately, for the office chair world, there's ergonomics! This scientific field of study focuses on improving comfort and efficiency in the workplace, so any product bearing "ergonomic" status is bound to be worth your while. For those on a budget, here's our list of the top ten ergonomic desk chairs under $200. Enjoy!

Chair 1: $184.00




First on our list is a chair that delivers comfort without fail. The SE804-GRY Wing Series Microsuede Office Chair by Eurotech is available in two other stylish designs, in both black microsuede and leather. All three boast the same incredible tilt locking ergonomic features as well as the same affordable price. They make excellent additions to homes and residential business areas, including executive offices.




Chair 2: $162.99




The 11631B Adjustable Ergonomic Chair by Offices To Go is a steal at it's current affordable price. This chair features a compact design that perfectly compliments cubicles and office desks with ease. It boasts a durable, patterned black fabric upholstery that feels as good as it sounds. Pneumatic mechanisms in the seat and height adjuster give this chair the ergonomic status that ensures its comfort.







Chair 3: $175.99



Durable, breathable, and stain resistant, the 130 Modern Ergonomic Mesh Task Chair by OFM is a chair that should never be passed up. Equipped with a stylish mesh fabric to promote air flow, this chair keeps users cool and germ free. A seat pitch adjustment, back pitch adjustment, gas lift, and built in lumbar support make this chair a gem in any office environment, from computer desks to cubicles!







Chair 4: $172.99

Similar to the mesh chair featured previously, the Hawk MF22 Orange Office Chair by Eurotech also boasts excellent mesh back styling. Featuring tilt locks and a waterfall seat to reduce stress on the legs, the Hawk makes a great ergonomic chair for executive offices and cubicles alike. It is available in five stylish color choices, including the orange featured here, all for the same affordable price.






Chair 5: $176.99



In need of a stylish comfortable executive chair that won't clean out your wallet? Then it sounds like Flash Furniture is the brand for you! The Flash Furniture H-9626L-2-GG Contemporary Office Chair features an affordable price that puts competitors to shame. It features a unique modern style with a luxuriant black leather upholstery to wrap up all the high end ergonomic features.







Chair 6: $179.99




An office with high end contemporary style only deserves a chair can live up to those standards, and the 650 AirFlo Chair by OFM is certainly capable of doing just that! Chairs in the AirFlo series all boast incredible modern design that wins in both looks and construction. Although the chair featured here exhibits a blue padding, OFM offers this chair in the buyer's choice of four stylish colors. With adjustable lumbar and a knee lock swivel mechanism, this chair fits into any modern office with ease!



Chair 7: $162.99

With shining chrome accents to contrast a stark black mesh upholstery, the 11657B Mesh Back Chair by Offices To Go makes a clever addition to any executive office. Users love the exquisite style and affordable price that combine to make this chair an amazing deal. It features an attractive, supportive back that allows air flow to reach the occupant, preventing the buildup of heat and germs.






Chair 8: $152.99



Fans of the earth and of plush executive styling will love the ergonomic design of this eco-friendly gem by Flash Furniture. The GO-1097-BK-LEA-GG Hercules Leather Chair by Flash Furniture features plenty of padding to ensure the user's comfort. The lumbar supporting wing back design makes this chair a favorite of executives in both home and residential offices. Fire retardant padding, a sinfully low price, and earth-conscious construction all help to make this chair a guilt free wonder buyers will use for years to come.





Chair 9: $169.99

Boasting an out-of-this-world cosmic design, the 326 Stars Swivel Chair by OFM certainly turns heads fast. This adorable little swivel chair is a favorite computer guest chair in libraries, schools, hospitals, and other residential facilities because of it's compact stature. It features a stain resistant seat and armless construction for easy access short term use. The starry design allows air flow to reach the user for a cool comfortable sit that's sure to impress.






Chair 10: $109.99

And finally, we leave you with the fun, kid-friendly task chair that has been heralded as one of the best chairs for children on the market today. The ML3100MF Capri Kids Task Chair by Ergo Contract Furniture boasts a cool, compact design perfect for any child with premature back pain. The chair makes a great companion for those long nights at the desk working on homework. Likewise, it doubles as a super enjoyable seating solution for computer games and craft projects as well. This revolutionary chair has already made the transition into schools and homes alike to promote the health of children everywhere. For the affordable price, it's an absolute joy to have!

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Chair Reviews: Best Office Chairs for Computer Users

Here in the modern age, most of us are familiar with computers. From the urban jungle to the open range, chances are, there's a computer someplace close by, be it in a skyscraper or back at the homestead. While computers have brought communication and efficiency to much of the world however, they have also brought health problems. Whether we like it or not, neck pain, back problems, and achey joints are all traceable to a life in front of a computer screen. Humans weren't made to sit in a chair all day. Unfortunately, social protocol has dictated that we will. Thankfully though, there's ways to make the pain go away. Here's the top five office chairs to relieve pain for computer users!

For anyone that follows news of the office furniture world, this chair is nothing new. The 6671-2 Arti Series Synchro Office Chair by Global has been getting a lot of press recently, and for good reasons. This chair has recently been heralded as one of the most high tech chairs for computer users out today. It boasts an articulating back designed to mimic the human spine for automatic comfort, while a mesh upholstery allows cooling air flow to reach the occupant. Internal steel cables and springs combine for maximum strength and flexibility. Color not your style? No worries! The Arti is available in numerous style options to better match office decor. Designed by the world renowned Zooey Chu, it's also 95% recyclable!

This lime green beauty is designed by a brand that's actually much better known for producing top quality desks rather than chairs. The C1CU Commute Office Chair by Mayline is one of the newer additions to the office furniture industry, and just like their desks, it doesn't lack for professional design. One of the reasons the Commute makes such a great computer chair is because of its versatility. This chair fits comfortably into a cubicle, office desk, tasking application, or even a home office. It boasts a mesh back and tilters for comfort, color choices for style, and an adjustable seat slider to fit both the small and the tall.


Speaking of comfort, the Ergohuman collection by Eurotech is never a bad solution if relaxation's what you're aiming for. In fact, chairs like the LE9ERG Ergohuman Leather Office Chair by Eurotech are some of the best ergonomic office chairs for computer users around. Ergohuman chairs are available in both leather and mesh upholsteries with optional headrests. True to Eurotech's mission, this chair features the perfect blend of form and function. It offers tons of ergonomic tilters and controls to help ensure the occupant remains comfortable and relaxed throughout a long work day. It makes a perfect command chair for office workers and avid gamers alike!


For yoga fans and zen enthusiasts, nothing is better for a long day in front of a computer than a chair that lets you be yourself. Studies have shown that short breaks for exercise every hour or so can drastically improve the health of employees that spend their days in an office. Chairs like the CHAKRA-WHITE-GREY Chakra Chair by Eurotech allow users the best opportunity to "deskercise!"With cushions designed to support the body's power centers, the Chakra chair relies on it's zoomorphic structure to provide users with a light and airy seating experience. Even if it does look a bit strange, the Chakra makes the perfect companion for users that like to take short yoga breaks at the computer desk, (and even for those who don't). It's available in five color choices for maximum versatility. As they say, don't judge a book by it's cover!


And last, but certainly not least, we leave you with the ORO300-BLACK Ergonomic Designer Chair by OFM for your office. This classy chair fits exquisitely into homes and executive offices alike. It boasts designer-level luxury, and even includes a tablet for convenience. With a Greenguard Certification, buyers can rest assured their purchase is guilt free and sustainably produced. It's also available in a white upholstery to better match different office decors. Complete with full body support, the ORO chair is a favorite of computer users everywhere.

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5 Great Office Party Ideas for November

Here's a few fun tidbits to amuse your co-workers with: Did you know that January is actually National Bath Safety Month? Or that August 2nd is National Mustard Day? Its true! Most people live their whole lives without ever knowing that nearly every day of every month is some sort of strange holiday. In fact, November is one of the weirdest months of them all, being both Peanut Butter Lovers Month and National Sleep Comfort Month. Its also filled with a ton of weird holidays like King Tut Day, Look for Circles Day, and even Have a Party With Your Bear Day! With all the great fun stuff going on, why not throw a party at the office to celebrate it all? Here's a few wacky holiday party ideas to spice up your November at work!

Fall Festival

An oldie but a goodie, nothing quite says "Fall" like a Fall Festival. While it may not be nearly as wacky as Have a Party With Your Bear Day, fall festivals are something just about everyone can get involved with and loves to enjoy. Because of the pumpkins, the hay, the colors, and associations with the harvest, November is the perfect time for one of these Autumn-Themed festivals. The best part about it is that it doesn't have to occur on any specific day. All of November suits the theme. If you want to liven up your November and bring the co-workers together before the holidays, cook up some apple cider and gingersnaps and get everyone together after work for a bit of down time after a hard day. You may even decide to take festival to the max by setting up booths, games, and hay rides available to the public. Not only will you bring joy to a lot of faces, you'll also boost the prestige and likability or your company!

Wild West Party

Now here's an interesting holiday! You may never have noticed, but November 29th is actually Square Dance Day in the U.S. (If you don't believe us, just check out HolidayInsights.com/moreholidays and see for yourself!) Still popular in many rural areas of the western and southern United States, this variation of the traditional step dance was brought to America by English, Irish, and Scottish settlers early in our history. Because of its associations, Square Dance Day is the best day out there to host a Western-themed party. If you want to liven things up in your workplace, send out a notice and wait for November 29th, then grab your cowboy hats, banjos, and old western movies, for a day of rootin' tootin' good fun. We know how corny it sounds, but believe us when we say that its a day no one at the office will soon forget, so grab a co-worker and "dosey do" (its great exercise too)!

Absurdity Day Party

Always occurring on November 20th, this wacky holiday is all about just what it sounds like: absurdity. The best part about this crazy holiday is that it doesn't really require an actual event or a party. All you have to do is send out a notice to the whole office notifying them that everyone is allowed to participate in this month's Absurdity Day. Giving the office an excuse to wear silly hats and those funny glasses with the mustaches will show both your workplace and the community that your business has a fun side. In addition, everyone will undoubtedly share a few laughs and grow tighter as a team. Absurdity Day is the perfect time to let loose and play a few harmless pranks on one another. Not only will it keep things fun, but it also keeps everyone on their toes!

National Sandwich Day Party

There's no getting around the truth, the vast majority of us associate November with food. Why not celebrate Thanksgiving a little early on November 3rd for National Sandwich Day? This holiday is super great, easy holiday to celebrate at work. Instead of planning some big shin-dig where everyone needs to stay after work, just ask anyone who wants to participate to bring in some cold cuts, cheese, chips, and condiments for a simple communal lunch at work. If you're willing to ask around, some co-workers may even have a panini press or two that they're willing to contribute to the mini-party. Just set up a few affordable folding tables for event use or make due with the large tables for conference room use your workplace might already have, and turn typical lunchtime into a fun-filled event!

Thanksgiving Pot Luck

Even though November is riddled with a whole bunch of fun, crazy holidays, there's no denying that Thanksgiving is the pride and joy of this month. This holiday is all about coming together as a community to give thanks for the things we've got. What better way to celebrate this idea than with the people you work with? Of course, most workplaces close down for this big holiday, but since you're going to have to return to work anyway, go ahead and get rid of the Thanksgiving leftovers before they go bad with a Thanksgiving pot luck at work! Notify everyone in the office of the party and have them stow away the goodies in the break room until the end of the day. Then, set everything up on a few of the office tables for break room use and get everyone out up of their task chairs for office applications in order to enjoy each other's time. If there's enough leftovers, invite your co-workers to bring their families along to give thanks too!

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5 Tips for Staying Focused at Work

Ever had a moment where you've been happily doing your work, and then all of the sudden heard a noise that started you thinking about race cars? Before long, you find yourself wondering if a pegasus would beat a jackalope in a footrace if they were each allowed to wear moon boots. Weird right? But it totally happens. If you're one of the many people this sort of thing happens to when you're at work, don't worry, you're not alone. Sometimes work can be a festival of distractions, and it isn't always easy to stay focused. That's why we're here to give you some insightful tips that will help you do just that!

Eat Right

Eating the right stuff at the right time is integral to staying focused at work. All mammals are programmed to hunt down a food source when their tummies start rumbling, and humans are no different. Make sure you have a healthy, nutritious breakfast prepared that will jumpstart your focus in the morning. Things like eggs, oatmeal, whole grains, walnuts, milk, and yogurt (particularly greek) are key foods to help you focus. Each one is loaded with proteins that helps your neurotransmitters to fire in the brain so you focus more. Also, remember to eat around five small, healthy meals throughout the day rather than the big three meals people are constantly used to. The five tiny meals will keep your metabolism constantly running. They can even help you lose some weight and stay healthy! As the Frosted Mini Wheats company slogan states, "If it keeps you full, it keeps you focused!"

Get Organized

If you're having a hard time staying focused at work, it could be because you're having to dig a tunnel through a mountain of mess just to reach your computer screen. If this sounds like you, the best advice we can give you is to get organized. While cleanliness is all well and good, organization is what really helps unfocused individuals the most. When you know where to find everything, you don't have to search (and you usually don't end up finding things like your high school yearbook or a diary from fifth grade that you have to look through right then). Having a clean, organized workspace also has a positive effect on most peoples' brains as well, making them want to focus better. The best part is, if they want to, they usually do!

Minimize Distractions

Anyone who works around technology knows how tough this one can be, but if you don't have the willpower to say no to Facebook, Youtube, or whatever else distracts you, it must be remedied. Bite the bullet and turn off notifications from these sites. If you must, block them from your browser, delete them from the tabs at the top of your screen, and toss them from your bookmark page. If iPad games are your issue, set up the child lock feature on your device so that it doesn't let you play those games at certain times. Force yourself to turn your phone off, or if you simply cannot, turn off all notifications (including sports and games, sorry). Sounds distracting you? Try noise-cancelling headphones without music. If you can still hear through them and still find yourself distracted, put a bit of unintrusive music on the lowest volume. Instrumental songs that you don't know are best for this, since you won't be tempted to sing along or listen for lyrics.

Stay Comfortable

One hugely common problem in the workplace is staying comfortable, which can indeed be very distracting. When people can't find a comfortable position to work in, they can easily be plagued by pains that take their focus away from work. If you notice yourself with back pain, it could be that you're leaning over you office desk in order to type or see your computer screen. General discomfort can easily be solved if office chairs with ergonomics are added to the workplace. In fact, anything labeled as "ergonomic furniture" can almost assuredly improve the productivity, efficiency, and work ethic of a business environment with smart design and ease of comfort. Choosing ergonomic workstations with modern design to replace traditional office furniture not only makes things more comfortable, it improves the health and function of the whole business. Just one less thing to steal your focus!

Love What You Do

Perhaps the easiest way to stay focused on your work is to love what you do. When people don't love their jobs, easy distraction is the body's way of telling them so. Over time, those who are forcing themselves to work in fields they don't enjoy can become depressed, only exacerbating their unfocused habits. If you think you really need to, go out and find another job that you know you will enjoy much more than sitting in affordable cubicles for office purposes. However, if you think that you might be able to really enjoy your job if you weren't so easily distracted, work it out. Ask your boss if you can learn new things to change up your routine. Having a to do list is a good way to stay focused, but if its the repetitive routine that's distracting you, switch things up and do things out of the usual order if you can. A life surrounded by top desks for computer use and fancy office accessories can certainly be distracting, but if you love what you do, you'll love to do it, and that is the best focus of them all!

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