Tell Me More: Reception chairs

You only get one chance to make a good first impression and the quality of your reception chairs is a good place to start. You want to keep clients and office guests as comfortable as possible as they wait for their scheduled appointment. This is especially true if you run a doctor’s office or a branch of the IRS where guests might be a bit unnerved and you want to help them feel relaxed. Reception chairs can also enhance the waiting rooms of various businesses, houses of worship, and schools.

Your reception chairs should be the focal point of a warm and inviting atmosphere and they can really make a lasting impression on your guests. If your waiting room seems cozy and relaxing, they will feel at home and will feel welcome in your place of business. You could then place your chairs around a coffee table in the waiting room to hold a stack of magazines for guests to read while they wait.

One of the most important decisions you’ll make when shopping for reception chairs is to make people of all weights and heights comfortable. You want to provide sturdy chairs with adjustable options that allow guests to select the height, depth of the backrest, and even the arm rests of the chair to their liking. A quality reception chair is durable and can last 10 to 15 years so you want each and every guest during that time to be comfortable.

Most reception chairs feature a strong and stable sled base steel frame and contoured backs for maximum ergonomic benefits. Chair vendors offer different upholstery options to choose from including leather, vinyl, and fabric. You can even customize the color and design of your chairs. To add to your guests’ comfort, you can order padding for the seats and backs of your chairs from one to three inches thick, and even cushions for the arm rests.