What happens if you use an ergonomic chair beyond its weight limit?

Exceeding a chair's weight rating accelerates wear on the gas cylinder (which begins sinking more frequently), stresses the five-star base welds, and can cause the mechanism housing to crack over time. In worst cases, an overloaded chair base can fracture suddenly — this is a genuine safety hazard documented in CPSC recalls. The weight ratings on commercial ergonomic chairs are based on BIFMA fatigue testing and represent the load under which the chair is safe for extended daily use, not just a one-time capacity. FindOfficeFurniture.com has ergonomic chairs at correct weight capacities for all users — call 888-719-4960.