How thick should the cushion be on a quality executive chair?

A well-constructed executive chair seat cushion is typically 3"–5" thick, combining high-density foam and sometimes a topper of softer foam or memory foam for initial comfort. Thinner cushions (under 2") compress quickly and provide poor support. Thicker is not always better — very thick cushions can cause the user to sit too high relative to the desk height or to feel unstable. The foam density matters as much as thickness: look for high-resilience foam (1.8+ lbs per cubic foot) that springs back quickly after being compressed. A good executive chair cushion should feel firm but comfortable and should not show noticeable compression after several hours of sitting. FindOfficeFurniture.com — call 888-719-4960.