Some situations force you to disassemble office furniture and then the question arises: how to disassemble an office chair? All manufacturers include instructions for assembly in the box, but without sufficient experience, disassembly can cause some discomfort.
Now there are enough videos and photos on the Internet about how to properly disassemble an office chair with your own hands. This procedure helps to get rid of unnecessary spending of money on a new chair, when repairing one of the parts, and will also save space when moving. Also, the need for disassembly arises during renovation, when excess furniture not only gets very dirty, but also takes up a lot of free space.
Varieties by purpose
Chairs are divided into the following classes:
- For the head of a company or enterprise. This piece of furniture is distinguished by a high degree of comfort and convenience, since it is necessary to provide just such conditions for the work of the manager.
- For employees and staff. The chair is less comfortable compared to the previous type, but also does not cause obvious inconvenience to the user.
- For visitors. Due to the fact that such an item is used by many people throughout the day, the products do not particularly stand out for their qualities, but they are very wear-resistant.
If we are talking about home use, then the choice depends on the preferences of the owner. For important people who focus on comfort, of course, an executive chair is suitable, since it has armrests, and the comfort of such furniture is very high.
For the rest, budget chairs that have a standard set of functions are suitable.
Varieties by material
The following materials can be used as coating:
- Genuine Leather.
- Faux leather.
- Mesh material.
- Textile.
Of course, a leather cover will cost an order of magnitude more than others, but the quality will also be higher and the chair will be more wear-resistant. Basically, the leather covering provides rest. However, the office option makes the place comfortable, but not intended for relaxation. The advantages of a leather chair cover can be highlighted:
- High strength eliminates the risk of abrasions and tears.
- Ease of care for the material. Leather coverings do not require frequent cleaning and rarely become dirty.
- Softness and warmth. It is these qualities that provide comfort to the user.
- Leather is resistant to low temperatures, so there is no risk of the material cracking.
Faux leather is actually a great substitute and budget option. This material is almost no different from its original and has all the same properties as natural material. Therefore, do not underestimate chairs covered with artificial leather.
The mesh material will provide the user with additional ventilation. The backs of chairs are mainly made from this material. However, the seat can also be produced with such a covering. It is worth paying attention to the mesh material, as it is hygienic due to ventilation.
Fabric chairs are budget furniture, so they are suitable for people who cannot afford leather. The fabric makes the chairs soft and does not absorb odors.
Varieties by mechanism
The solution to the main question of how to disassemble a computer chair will also depend on the mechanisms present in the chair. Designs can be either conventional or improved. Modern models include the following devices:
- Wheels. They allow the chair to move in any direction.
- Adjustable ride height. It is regulated by a special lever, which is located under the chair. This mechanism is designed in the form of a piston. He either raises the tube, increasing the height, or lowers the tube, decreasing the height.
- Backrest tilt adjustment. This mechanism is very useful, since it can be used to configure the chair as a work chair, and also change it into a resting place by tilting the backrest.
- Mini pillows for head and back. Some models are equipped with such amenities. With the help of these pillows you can relieve stress from the spine and neck and provide yourself with maximum comfort.
Common breakdowns
An office chair is a rather complex device, which consists of a five-beam cross, a pneumatic chuck, a swing mechanism, a piastra, and a permanent contact. Any of these elements can fail. The most common types of breakdowns are:
- The seat does not go down or up. The problem occurs when the tip of the lever that operates the gas lift button breaks or bends.
- Problems with wheels. Observed if the retaining ring is missing or the bushing breaks.
- The chair does not hold the “horizon”. Most likely, this is due to the destruction of the swing mechanism.
- Back distortion. Indicates wear of the mechanisms supporting this element, loose fasteners, and manufacturing defects.
- Reduced stability of furniture. The most common causes are breakdowns of the gas lift or swing mechanism.
If at least one structural element of office chairs fails, further operation of the product is impossible until the problem is resolved. Repairs may require new parts to replace worn or broken parts. You can order them at service centers or from furniture manufacturers.
It is not recommended to purchase office chairs with a warranty period of less than 1.5 years. This is the type of furniture that breaks down the fastest.
Gas lift failure
Problems with wheels
Breakage of the swing mechanism
Backrest skew
Manufacturers
The main companies in Russia producing chairs are:
- CHAIRMAN. The organization presents a large assortment of chairs for both home and office. The company is constantly improving its products depending on user needs. The chairs have been tested by many people.
- "BUREAUCRAT". The company also has a large number of different chairs. You can choose exactly the model that suits the characteristics of the user.
- "METTA." Chairs from this manufacturer have a fairly low price. The products are also distinguished by their metal base, due to which the strength of the chairs is high.
Step-by-step instruction
Now that all the necessary tools are prepared, you can get down to business. How to disassemble a computer chair:
- First you need to turn the chair over so that the legs are at the top. In this position, it will be much more convenient to work with the chair.
- Now you need to disassemble the armrests, if any. They are usually attached to both the seat and the back using bolts. They need to be unscrewed and the armrests removed.
- Now you need to remove the connecting part between the seat and the backrest. This is done by unscrewing the bolts that secure it. After removal, the back and seat are divided into two parts.
- The next step is to remove the pipe on which the entire structure is installed. This is done by knocking it out with a rubber hammer.
- Now you need to figure out how to disassemble the wheel from a computer chair. It is necessary to unscrew the bolts that secure the part. This is done with a wrench corresponding to the size of the nut securing the wheel. It is best to do this with the base disassembled to make it more convenient.
Difficulty in disassembling
If the computer chair has not been disassembled for a long time, the parts may become tightly connected to each other. To do this, you can lubricate them a little with oil or use electronic devices for unwinding.
Disassembling office furniture alone is not very convenient, and therefore requires the help of an insurer. Small office chair parts can get stuck and may require additional tools to remove them. When using these tools, you must follow safety precautions; carelessness can lead to injury.
How to disassemble the back of a computer chair?
The backrest can be disassembled if the upholstery needs to be replaced or if it is damaged. The headrest can also be removed by disassembling the backrest.
As already mentioned, when the connecting part is released, the backrest and seat are also detached from each other. This is how the back of the chair is disassembled. To remove the headrest, you need to unscrew the bolt holding the part.
Work order
To begin, prepare all the necessary tools, such as a rubberized hammer, chisel, screwdriver and pliers. Disassembling an office chair will not take you more than fifteen minutes if you strictly follow the instructions. Office furniture, especially chairs, take up a lot of space, which is why it is easier to disassemble them than to pack them assembled. Moreover, transporting solid furniture can damage its original appearance.
- When disassembling an office chair, you need to place it with its back against the wall and stand with your feet on the cross. You need to pull it up by the handles, rocking it a little in different directions, so that it is easier to separate the gas lift from the cross.
- When separating the seat of an office chair, you need to turn the gas lift over and hit it with a hammer. You should do this carefully and hit not in the center, because there is a fastener there that is sensitive to shock. We remove the seat by unscrewing the screws. Using caution, the gas lift can also be removed using a hammer
- There is a second way to remove the gas lift. Place the chair with the air chuck facing up and tap where it fits into the seat part. Subsequent blows must be applied to other places in order to avoid jamming of the mechanism. All movements are carried out under cover, as the plastic inserts can be damaged. After this, the part gradually falls down. Crosspiece (bottom view) It is advisable to use a ring drift. By resting part of the crosspiece, it will be even easier to remove the gas lift
- After separating the gas lift, carefully remove the wheels. The problem is that often the metal pins remain inside and have to be pulled out using pliers. They are inserted into place very simply, by hand, but if problems arise, you can tap them a little with a hammer. Removing the wheels of an office chair
After the disassembly process has already been completed, it is imperative to assemble all the parts, because even if one bolt is lost, the product will not last long after assembly.
If you don’t need an office chair, experts advise collecting it and packing it. This way, if necessary, it will look much better and last longer.
A modern office chair is a functional and comfortable piece of furniture, equipped with a rather complex mechanism that sooner or later fails. In such a situation, there are three options for the development of events: purchase a new one, take it to a specialized workshop, or repair the office chair yourself.
As practice has shown, it is quite possible to carry out such work on your own. The only thing that is required from the master is strict adherence to the sequence of actions and implementation of the instructions that will be given in this publication.
