Should I choose a mesh seat or foam seat for an office chair?

Foam seats are warmer, softer initially, and feel more plush — appropriate for shorter sitting durations or cooler environments. Mesh seats run significantly cooler, don't compress over time the way foam does, and are the choice for long daily sitting in any climate. The tradeoff is that mesh seats feel firmer initially. Commercial foam (1.8+ lb/ft³) retains support for 5–7 years; high-quality mesh retains its tension for 10+ years. If you sit 6+ hours daily, mesh seat longevity usually wins out. FindOfficeFurniture.com has both seat types in commercial grade — call 888-719-4960.