What are the practical differences between mesh and foam seats on ergonomic chairs?

Foam seats conform to your body shape and feel plush initially, but compress and lose about 15–25% of their thickness over 3–5 years of daily use — you'll notice you're sitting closer to the hard pan underneath. Mesh seats maintain their support level through the life of the chair because they rely on tension rather than compression. Mesh also breathes better, reducing heat and moisture buildup. The tradeoff is that mesh seats can feel firm initially and some users prefer the padded feel of foam. FindOfficeFurniture.com has both options across ergonomic chair lines — call 888-719-4960.