Why does my drafting chair squeak and how do I fix it?

Drafting chair squeaking has a few common causes: (1) Gas cylinder friction — the cylinder slides against the seat housing; apply a small amount of silicone spray or dry PTFE lubricant around the cylinder shaft. (2) Tilt mechanism — metal-to-metal contact in the tilt mechanism; apply a small amount of grease to pivot points. (3) Loose hardware — check all bolts and retighten. (4) Base-to-cylinder connection — the cylinder seat in the base can develop play; pop the cylinder out and check for debris in the seat. Most squeaking is a simple lubrication issue that takes five minutes to fix. If squeaking persists after lubrication and tightening, the mechanism may be worn and due for replacement. FindOfficeFurniture.com — call 888-719-4960 for product support.