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I can't seem to find the exact model, but it's pretty similar to this one.
I highly recommend it if you spend a lot of time in front of the computer.
I got this chair a june 6, 2020, and it's held up great and is generally quite comfortable. Definitely well built with a lot of adjustment, recline, headrest, and a wide seat base. The only problem is I don't have much asscheek and the padding doesn't cut it for me anymore so i had to get another seat cushion to put on it.
If you don't like mesh then there's that potential factor becoming an issue, but i prefer it because i can stay cool.
If the padding was just an inch thicker with a 1" taller back i would have actually preferred it to a herman Miller. I'm 6'1" 200lbs.
Duramont Ergonomic Office Chair - Adjustable Desk Chair with Lumbar Support and Rollerblade Wheels - High Back Chairs with Breathable Mesh - Thick Seat Cushion, Head, and Arm Rests - Reclines https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0797HZ8W1/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_TG9SDTYMCGA9SK16696K?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
It’s pretty solid. I got it on a auction site for $40, so definitely a steal on $330. I wish the seat part was more cushy, why I need the extra support pad there
For people who dislike Herman Miller chairs, I recommend this Duramont chair with adjustable everything. Herman Miller chairs are too low-backed for me, and I hate the arm rests - the Duramont shape is a better fit for my body and took very few adjustments to get right.
Duramont with adjustable everything. I've long used some of the cheaper suggestions on Amazon but was getting really sore after sitting in them for longer periods of time during WFH, probably in large part due to bad posture - but they generally have seats that lose their bounce after several hours of continuous use, and minimal back support.
The high back on the Duramont means you get an actually usable neck rest and much better back support. The seat is comfortable for 12+ hours. Adjustable arms are non-negotiable, IMO, and the shape of these armrests has a nice cradle for you to rest on. I like this chair so much I replaced all our desk chairs with it after a few weeks of use.
I have used most Herman Miller chairs and this one knocks them out of the park at a fraction of the price, imo - but I low-key hate Herman Millers and literally prefer hard wood chairs. For me, Herman Millers are far too low backed for day-long use in front of a desk, and the armrests are incomprehensibly shaped. I'd look through some catalogs and try to identify what you've like in the office in the past - once I realized I never had a nice high-backed chair and figured out my issues with the Herman Millers, it was an easy to find a chair with the features I wanted!
This one but there’s plenty of variations on this style on Amazon. Love it. Duramont Ergonomic Office Chair - Adjustable Desk Chair with Lumbar Support and Rollerblade Wheels - High Back Chairs with Breathable Mesh - Thick Seat Cushion, Head, and Arm Rests - Reclines https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0797HZ8W1/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_ZF4Y5H7Z0HE48QKTQNYR?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
I’m pretty sure it’s this one
I ordered it a few months back and returned it literally the next day, very uncomfortable and should cost around 50$ instead of 300$
I needed a chair last march as well and ended up with this this.
There are several other comparable chairs on amazon in addition to that one as well.
I just bought that one. Hope it's good.
The other one I was looking at is the Duramont chair. It has the cushioned seat and adjustable lumbar, but I actually didn't want the cushioned seat (reviews say it's hard and firm, so might not be ideal for sitting on legs), so I went with the Gabrylly.
Hey there, did you end up going with one of these?
I've been considering the NOUHAUS Ergo3D, WordPro Quantum, and a Duramont chair on Amazon.
5'10" 150lbs. Lumbar support is important.
I do. I am currently on the office depot one.
When i got the chair for christmas, I was about 320 or so.
Over the summer, I have dumped soda and started eating healthier and making my own cooked meals, and I am now under 295. HOWEVER, the damage to this chair's ass cushion has been done lol...
I am currently looking at THIS model of chair and it looks VERY similar to the Aeron.
I have found several Aeron chairs in my area, however, everyone seems to be selling them for $300 or more and almost all of them being sold are over 8 and 10 years old, with one of them being over 12 years old he says...I cant justify spending that much on a chair that has been in someone's possession than my relationship...
However, Being that I live so close to Grand Rapids and Holland, MI, there are Haworth and Steelcase 'outlet' stores right where the factories are that I didnt even think of checking out...I kinda wanna go there or ask around but have yet to find anyone who has been to these stores or have had any luck either.
Ultimately, I dont think I am going to go with a gaming chair (was considering the EWin or Secret Lab Titan) because I feel like ill get more comfortable seating out of an Aeron or Gesture or clone of such...
Duramont Ergonomic Adjustable... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0797HZ8W1?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
I got this and I really like it
I don't know if it's bifl but I have had it for a couple of years and I'm very happy with it. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0797HZ8W1/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_i_1HWJ3Z04VMRTG0MGGKHP?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0797HZ8W1/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I didn't want a "gaming chair" (I don't really like the aesthetic of them), and I needed something to support my (at the time), shall we say "impressive physique"
Now I've lost a fair lot of weight, but it's good to know that this chair will last me awhile as long as I keep up with maintaining/dropping weight.
It's called Duramont. I got it from Amazon
Duramont Ergonomic Adjustable Office Chair with Lumbar Support and Rollerblade Wheels - High Back with Breathable Mesh - Thick Seat Cushion - Adjustab https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0797HZ8W1/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apip_cR1Pyi8jhk6oD
Here is my advice from attempting to find a good chair. For reference I am 6 foot 1 and weigh 175 pounds.
- Avoid gaming-style chairs. They are terribly made for ergonomics and will do more damage to the body. They also have poor breath ability.
- Avoid leather executive-style chairs. In the $300 range the leather is unlikely to be of high quality and will tear off the chair in a years worth of use. Additionally, it will get super sweaty with long sessions.
- Avoid no-name Chinese chairs off of amazon such as these:
- https://www.amazon.com/Duramont-Ergonomic-Adjustable-Support-Rollerblade/dp/B0797HZ8W1/ref=sr_1_20?dchild=1&keywords=ergonomic+chairs&qid=1622166989&sr=8-20
- https://www.amazon.com/Gabrylly-Ergonomic-Mesh-Office-Chair/dp/B07Y8BXBX8/ref=sr_1_7?dchild=1&keywords=ergonomic+chairs&qid=1622166989&sr=8-7
- You can find these exact chairs or similar chairs using low quality parts under the names of several different weirdly-named companies. I tried three random ones and they all had cushions or parts that failed within a year of use.
I would highly recommend saving up more money for a high quality chair with a good warranty, rather than playing the frustrating cheap chair roulette for years as I did. Also, I highly recommend going to an office store or warehouse to try out some chairs before buying anything. I ended up with a customized $650 OfficeMaster OM5XT from officechairsusa.com which I am very happy with, although its definitely not for everyone. I also stole a Herman Miller from my old office for $200, but I found it uncomfortably tiny for my larger frame.
Went with https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0797HZ8W1/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1 and loving it.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0797HZ8W1/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apap_jKKlnM4OxVqGn
$30 over budget, but unless your proportions are really that different; this is the best chair under $600 I've seen.
I've heard nothing but good things about:
Could you point me to the OD coupon? Been thinking about the 9000.
Did you ever try out the staples dexley? https://www.staples.com/staples-dexley-mesh-task-chair-black-56946/product_24398921
I've also been thinking about this one too. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0797HZ8W1/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_SD4kFbH908CJN
These are my top 3 after days of online looking. Probably need to go sit my butt in some but I'm super paranoid about indoor stores and catching Rona.
I know Herman Millers and Steel cases are highly recommended and can buy them used and whatnot. I just can't convince my wife I need to spend that much and wonder why someone would sell a good office chair unless there was something wrong with it, regardless of how good the brand is.
I have a steelcase criterion manufactured in 1998 that I picked up from a used office supply store probably 7 or 8 years ago, and it's still going strong. I actually just bought a brand new chair to replace it for $313 on amazon (only because the steelcase is purple, and my wife hates the color), and I'm not sure I'm going to keep this new duromont. It's a decent, heavily built chair for the most part, but feels so much less substantial than my 22 yr old steelcase...
Here's the chair I just bought, totally solid chair for the money, I just didn't realize how good I had it until I sat in the new one for the first time after putting together this afternoon: https://www.amazon.com/Duramont-Ergonomic-Adjustable-Support-Rollerblade/dp/B0797HZ8W1
Also here is the old steel case for reference, it might be slightly bigger or higher end than the one you featured? Hard to be sure via the photo: https://photos.app.goo.gl/3jitA7kjAKhd2YWY7
Is there a brand you can recommend on Amazon? All those in your imgur? What do you think about Duramont?
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0797HZ8W1/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_M3nlFbHWQXK3G
I have been using this since Oct, https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0797HZ8W1/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o08_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I'm 6'1" 270. Its really comfortable.
What do you think about this chair for example?
I just want an cheaper alternative to the Herman Miller Aeron, even the local used market wants same as new prices. Closest I can find is this for $250.
42 comments mentioning Lorell Hi-Back Chair Mesh H... found across Reddit:
I recommend the WorkPro Quantum 9000. Can be found for $400-500 but I got really lucky and bought it on sale awhile back.
Also get the version with the headrest if you can. If not, you can purchase something like this and get c-clamps. It's not the most sturdy thing ever but it gets the job done.
I used this Lorell headrest from Amazon Literally drilled holes in the back, got some nuts and screwed onto the bolts that came with the headrest and voila
Lorell Hi-Back Chair Mesh Headrest, Black https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00P85C6OU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_i_9546JRHYBNJ27F04X6R8
Here's some options that I'm considering right now:
1) amazon.com/gp/product/B00P85C6OU/
I currently have this on a tempur-pedic, so I know that it's comfortable and I prefer mesh in general. This would not be able to mount directly onto the chair so I would attach two plastic C-clamps to the chair and drill the headrest into the C-clamps. Since there is no forward-back adjustment on this headrest I'd use a heat gun to bend the column to get the right adjustment (I did this to the tempur pedic one to adjust it further back.
2) amazon.com/dp/B09D8K8THY
This looks like it may be able to screw right into the back the plastic frame at the top of the backrest. Obviously it would void the warranty and the metal fasteners would clamp down on the mesh back at the top and deform them, which maybe could cause damage or alter how the shape of the mesh/how the backrest feels.
Hello guys,
Really love that so many redditors brainstorming a solution for a Leap V2 headrest.
I just got a second hand Steelcase Leap V2. Going to attempt to 3d model and print an attachment for this headrest. Hopefully add support for adjustable headrest depth. I wanna avoid drilling/screws. Might use some 3M VHB double-sided tape.
This is what I ordered: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00P85C6OU?psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&ref_=chk_typ_imgToDp
Somehow, it’s cheaper to order from USA shipped to Canada than amazon.ca
Wish me luck. 👷♂️🦫
I am currently using this Lorell headrest for my Haworth Zody. While you will have to get separate clamps to fit them, they match my chair perfectly and looks factory. What chair are you planning to fit yours on?
Search for Lorell headrest on this subreddit: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Lorell-Hi-Back-Chair-Headrest-Black/dp/B00P85C6OU/ref=mp_s_a_1_7?dchild=1&keywords=herman+miller+headrest&qid=1607885702&sprefix=Herman+Miller&sr=8-7
There are some hacks involving buying it and some clamps to attach the headrest to the back of the Aeron without drilling holes. Comes to about $40
Many of the cheaper headrest require you to drill a few bolts into the back of the chair. Its not that uncommon and you could find a few threads of people doing it with a bit of google searching. most of them end up using this headrest from amazon. https://www.amazon.com/Lorell-Hi-Back-Chair-Headrest-Black/dp/B00P85C6OU
I picked up this Lorell Headrest and the Camvate C-clamps people linked in the reviews. I ended up not liking the setup suggested in the review photos, but I made some adjustments and now it's almost perfect.
Me being about 5' 8", the headrest contacted the middle back of my head and it was really uncomfortable when leaning back and it didn't touch my head at all when sitting up straight. I wasn't looking for neck support for sitting up straight anyways, I just wanted something to hold my neck and lower back of my head when reclining.
I ended up removing the actual headrest from the up/down extension bit and screwed the clamps onto the headrest directly, which lowers and recesses its placement. Now when I lean back, it fits at my neck like I wanted it to. When I sit up straight, I can sort of swivel the headrest up/backwards and out of the way so that it doesn't contact my shoulders.
I recently got a Steelcase Leap V2 and wanted to install a headrest. When I was looking for info I found a lot of people in the same situation. You can't get the actual Steelcase headrest unless you find one used, and you have to modify the back to install it anyway.
I used the Lorrell Hi Back headrest from Amazon, it was very affordable.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00P85C6OU/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_image_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
You will need a drill, washers, and nuts and bolts. I got a $4 variety pack of nuts and bolts from Walmart and the largest washers I could find. I found a good spot for the headrest, drilled two holes, and screwed it together as seen. I had to use some needlenose pliers to hold the nuts in place to screw them in as screwing them in the other direction would have the bolts sticking into the back area. Taking off the back padding is pretty easy, the rest is pretty uncomplicated as well. It feels sturdy enough, but I'm not really trying to push it. I actually redid it after this and moved it up a few inches as I'm 6'3" with a very long torso so most people could get away with it lower. Overall a pretty good fit even though the mesh doesn't totally "vibe" with the fabric seat. Hope this is helpful to anyone with the same issue.
Yep, that's the one. I own it as well. Though his(and mine) is the High-back version. They are often called the "poor-man's Aeron".
Cheaper materials, but has all the functions and is very sturdy - it weighs a ton and while mine is over a year old, you'd believe me if I told you I got it yesterday.
It comes w/out a headrest, but you can bolt this one onto it - it's a direct fit.
https://www.amazon.com/Lorell-Hi-Back-Chair-Headrest-Black/dp/B00P85C6OU
Great chair for the price, they often go for ~$150.
For anyone considering them, I'd recommend it. Only downsides : slight wobble, the armrest material/shape isn't the most comfortable, no armrest fore-aft, and I wish the arms went .5" lower at min-height.
Very nice, wish I could justify owning one on top of a nice PC. Already love my surface book so much.
I think I can see a Lorell chair there, I recently got this headrest for it and am very happy with it compared to the plain hard plastic top. https://www.amazon.com/Lorell-Hi-Back-Chair-Headrest-Black/dp/B00P85C6OU/
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00P85C6OU?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share Works amazing if you measure twice and drill once
I got a Lorell headrest for my Zody. It will have to be held together by two clamps but it's pretty secure as long as you do not hold the headrest to move the chair. The height and tilt is adjustable, and for less than $20 on Amazon you can't go wrong.
It also matches my black Zody and looks factory fitted. While it's called a headrest, I use it in its lowest position to support my neck. So far it's been great for me.
The Lorell Mesh Headrest has good reviews on Amazon. The Steelcase Leap v2 has a flat back, so you'll have to screw the headrest directly into the back of the chair.
I have an old Steelcase Leap v1, for reference. No good place to put the clamps. I pulled the back padding off the back a bit to make room for the clamps, tightened them down, then bolted the headrest to one of the angled holes on the clamps. Headrest extension pushed all the way down.
The reviews for the headrest clued me into which clamps to buy and there are some pictures there where they installed the headrest on other chairs with better mounting points for the clamps. The Leap v1 just isn't a good candidate for this, but I made it work. It's ugly as sin but nobody sees the back on my chair, so I don't care right now.
Hi, I was looking for a headrest for the Mirra v1, but couldn't find one. So I bought the Lorell headrest on Amazon and designed a 3D-printed adapter to be used with the Mirra 1: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00P85C6OU/ref=ppx\_yo\_dt\_b\_asin\_title\_o00\_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
3D-printed adapter: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:5400368
I hope this helps someone!
I was looking for a headrest but couldn't find one, so I bought this one on Amazon and designed a 3D-printed adapter to be used with the Mirra 1: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00P85C6OU/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
3D-printed adapter: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:5400368
I hope this helps someone!
I bought this https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00P85C6OU/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1 and a couple of screws and hex nuts to fasten it to the chair. Also got a couple of rubber washers to prevent damage to the chair. it's slightly ugly, but also WAYYYYY cheaper the OEM headrest. PM me if you want pics.
I got one off Amazon. Lorell Hi-Back Chair Mesh Headrest, Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00P85C6OU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_YASEYFEQTERATWK7ANX7
I also got different hardware that wouldn’t pierce too far into the chair back.
Lorell Hi-Back Chair Mesh Headrest, Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00P85C6OU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_N8PQPG0308S107JT2099?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
pro tip, you can buy https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00P85C6OU for a headrest, it works for this chair. i got it for $15 awhile ago.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00P85C6OU
and then you need to order 2 of these clamps. they secure the headrest well and no drilling.
I game and watch things a lot on my PC, so it's worth it while I lounge. I also have a cheaper one from amazon that I bought along with two C-clamps for another chair, but it didn't work with the Herman Miller (HM). Whenever I applied pressure to the headrest it had no leverage and just fell back:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00P85C6OU/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I probably could have came up with a better solution but I was tired of rigging chairs and just wanted something that I knew would work. I figured since a past HM engineer designed the Atlas, that it would be a pretty good fit.
I work full time and used an after-pay service so the purchase hit didn't seem as bad. I figured that my neck posture was worth $30/every two weeks for a little bit. If I was going to have a HM I wanted to have a Fully FULLY loaded one.
You can almost definitely screw a headrest into the stiff plastic backrest of the Amia.
https://www.amazon.com/Lorell-Hi-Back-Chair-Headrest-Black/dp/B00P85C6OU
I got this same headrest and mounted it to a workpro 9000. I drilled 2 small holes in my chair and mounted it that way but it can also be done with clamps. Check out the images on the Amazon page and you can see how other people rigged it to their chair
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edit: I got the mesh headrest but the base layout is still the same https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00P85C6OU/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Here’s the headrest: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00P85C6OU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glc_fabc_8j53Fb5624A4W?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
And here are the clamps. I didn’t want to attach the headrest using nails in case I ever decide to sell the chair: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0791MDFJD/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glc_fabc_Hk53FbZMXD38C?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
And here’s a picture from the back
It doesn’t naturally fit my head while sitting upright but if I want to lean back it’s comfortable. I wish I got the built-in one when I got the chair itself.
That's the headrest, it comes with 2 bolts, you'd simply attach those bolts to the clamps and then attach the clamps to the back of the chair and then you'd have no holes on the back of your chair. If the clamps aren't big enough they also sell other ones. You're looking for 1/4" screws.
Not sure. But maybe this is an option.
https://www.amazon.com/Lorell-Hi-Back-Chair-Headrest-Black/dp/B00P85C6OU
At the also purchase items with this head rest it suggests purchasing C-Clamps.
Looks like you could just put the headrest against the back of the chair. Put the C-Clamps over the screw flange location and put the face of the C-Clamp to the side where your wife would sit. With the screw side on the back of the chair so it does poke out at her while she is sitting. Hope this helps.
used https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00P85C6OU/ for the head rest
You can probably get these all online, but Lowe's was cheaper.
2 x 3.5" tarp hooks - https://www.lowes.com/pd/National-Hardware-Tarp-Hook/1000490357
2 x 1/4-20 nuts - just check the assorted nuts area
2 x 1/4-28 nuts - just check the assorted nuts area
2 x 1/4" Fender Washer - just check the assorted nuts area
2 x furniture glides with 1/4-20 threading - the ones I got at lowe's were Softtouch 4603695LW just look in the area where the other furniture felt bottoms etc are, I used these for reference (can't find the lowe's listing online) https://www.amazon.com/SoftTouch-Leveling-Glides-Straight-Furniture/dp/B001W6Q4U6
The tarp hooks are just the right height that when you mount the headrest to the lower holes and slip the hooks under the back, the top holes pop just above the chair allowing you to attach the glides to hold it steady from the top of the chair with tension.
Headrest comes with 2 screws, use those to attach to the tarp hook with fender washer + the 1/4-28 nuts, hook into back, then attach the glides and nut them into place as well.
Guy on amazon reviews suggested it, and it worked out very wel. You can't adjust the depth of the headrest, which is the only complaint I would leverage, but I feel it's at a fine position, and you can easily move it up and down while attached. Overall it's a way cheaper alternative to the other ones designed 'for' an Aeron
I purchased this one - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00P85C6OU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_qzmJFbA3H9XP3
People have been able to successfully add it to a number of different chairs including the workpro 9000. Check out the reviews for pictures
Great find! I picked up one for my wife, then picked up two more for me to have at home and work. Fifteen years later and we are still happy with them.
Now upgrade it with a headrest. I just attached one of these a few months ago, and wish I'd done it sooner.
I don't think you can get an "official" headrest. It would have to be something like this.
Deal link: Amazon
^^Note: ^^The ^^deal ^^may ^^have ^^expired ^^by ^^the ^^time ^^you ^^see ^^this ^^post.
Hello! About a week ago I started looking for ways that I could attach a headrest onto my Mirra chair and stumbled upon this thread. Thought I should share my results with you.
I ended up purchasing these two items from Amazon...
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00P85C6OU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_0ndyFbCKT705A
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0791MDFJD/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_OodyFbWH4FV7Z
Here's some pictures of how it ended up for me. The clamps were not tight enough so I had to make a temporary solution. I'll make it look better eventually but for now this works just fine. The headrest works exactly as I want it to and when I shake it around a lot it doesn't budge so I think the temporary solution with the cardboard will last for quite some time.
I bought this Lorell Headrest from Amazon for $16 or so. I drilled 2 holes on the back of the chair after taking off the back cover as shown in this video (no screws on the V2, just lift and pull). Then just secure everything down. The headrest comes with 2 screws, but you'll have to provide your own washers and nuts (I think they're 1/4"). Here are some photos. It works pretty well and I'm happy with the results. The whole process took maybe 10 minutes?
Photos:
https://i.postimg.cc/YCbyjfGV/bareback-inside.jpg
I purchased and installed this from amazon and loving it over the past couple of months: https://www.amazon.com/Lorell-Hi-Back-Chair-Headrest-Black/dp/B00P85C6OU/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=headrest+attachment+for+chair&qid=1598913749&sr=8-2
Although I had to drill a couple of holes into the chair, it works surprisingly well. There's no side to side wobble, and whenever I lean back into it, it flexes the top half of the chair back, which I actually prefer because it's like a recline but for my upper back.
I was really disappointed the first week I installed it due to the mesh being really firm and it felt really awkward. But after a week of use, it's honestly been a life saver. I can work on my desk hours on end with minimal neck strain now.
I'm 6'1 and my gf, who often uses my desk in the evenings, is 5'4 and it works pretty well for us. I prefer being more upright while my gf enjoys reclining all the way.
Keep in mind that it's still a risky purchase and that you should manage your expectations accordingly.
Deal link: Amazon
^^Note: ^^The ^^deal ^^may ^^have ^^expired ^^by ^^the ^^time ^^you ^^see ^^this ^^post.
So you can't just get a headrest from Steelcase unfortunately. I tried contacting them before and they said no dice.
I ended up ordering this one from Amazon - the company makes a few others. It's definitely not "buy it for life" quality but cheap enough I can buy a new one if it breaks. I got some assorted nuts and bolts and washers and used a drill to make two holes on the back of the chair after opening it up and mounting it on. I don't put too much weight on it but it hasn't broken yet. Try to use the largest washers you can get away with so the weight is spread out over the plastic backing.
There are so many of these chairs out there but it's so hard to figure out a headrest. Unfortunately since there's no mounting point DIY is your only option here.
Here's an album I made that nobody cared about:
I bought this headrest and these clamps and it works great for me. The headrest does have a little "give" when I lean my head back but I can rest my head on it.
Just note, the headrest looks better in person than in the amazon photo, not sure why the product photo looks like it was left in the sun for 2 years. The one I received looks like it came with the chair.
In the reviews you can find a few who installed it on their Leap.
Here another one: https://officechairatwork.com/product/steelcase-leap-version-2-chair-headrest/comment-page-1/#comments
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I can't seem to find the exact model, but it's pretty similar to this one.
I highly recommend it if you spend a lot of time in front of the computer.
I got this chair a june 6, 2020, and it's held up great and is generally quite comfortable. Definitely well built with a lot of adjustment, recline, headrest, and a wide seat base. The only problem is I don't have much asscheek and the padding doesn't cut it for me anymore so i had to get another seat cushion to put on it.
If you don't like mesh then there's that potential factor becoming an issue, but i prefer it because i can stay cool.
If the padding was just an inch thicker with a 1" taller back i would have actually preferred it to a herman Miller. I'm 6'1" 200lbs.
Duramont Ergonomic Office Chair - Adjustable Desk Chair with Lumbar Support and Rollerblade Wheels - High Back Chairs with Breathable Mesh - Thick Seat Cushion, Head, and Arm Rests - Reclines https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0797HZ8W1/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_TG9SDTYMCGA9SK16696K?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
It’s pretty solid. I got it on a auction site for $40, so definitely a steal on $330. I wish the seat part was more cushy, why I need the extra support pad there
For people who dislike Herman Miller chairs, I recommend this Duramont chair with adjustable everything. Herman Miller chairs are too low-backed for me, and I hate the arm rests - the Duramont shape is a better fit for my body and took very few adjustments to get right.
Duramont with adjustable everything. I've long used some of the cheaper suggestions on Amazon but was getting really sore after sitting in them for longer periods of time during WFH, probably in large part due to bad posture - but they generally have seats that lose their bounce after several hours of continuous use, and minimal back support.
The high back on the Duramont means you get an actually usable neck rest and much better back support. The seat is comfortable for 12+ hours. Adjustable arms are non-negotiable, IMO, and the shape of these armrests has a nice cradle for you to rest on. I like this chair so much I replaced all our desk chairs with it after a few weeks of use.
I have used most Herman Miller chairs and this one knocks them out of the park at a fraction of the price, imo - but I low-key hate Herman Millers and literally prefer hard wood chairs. For me, Herman Millers are far too low backed for day-long use in front of a desk, and the armrests are incomprehensibly shaped. I'd look through some catalogs and try to identify what you've like in the office in the past - once I realized I never had a nice high-backed chair and figured out my issues with the Herman Millers, it was an easy to find a chair with the features I wanted!
This one but there’s plenty of variations on this style on Amazon. Love it. Duramont Ergonomic Office Chair - Adjustable Desk Chair with Lumbar Support and Rollerblade Wheels - High Back Chairs with Breathable Mesh - Thick Seat Cushion, Head, and Arm Rests - Reclines https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0797HZ8W1/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_ZF4Y5H7Z0HE48QKTQNYR?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
I’m pretty sure it’s this one
I ordered it a few months back and returned it literally the next day, very uncomfortable and should cost around 50$ instead of 300$
I needed a chair last march as well and ended up with this this.
There are several other comparable chairs on amazon in addition to that one as well.
I just bought that one. Hope it's good.
The other one I was looking at is the Duramont chair. It has the cushioned seat and adjustable lumbar, but I actually didn't want the cushioned seat (reviews say it's hard and firm, so might not be ideal for sitting on legs), so I went with the Gabrylly.
Hey there, did you end up going with one of these?
I've been considering the NOUHAUS Ergo3D, WordPro Quantum, and a Duramont chair on Amazon.
5'10" 150lbs. Lumbar support is important.
I do. I am currently on the office depot one.
When i got the chair for christmas, I was about 320 or so.
Over the summer, I have dumped soda and started eating healthier and making my own cooked meals, and I am now under 295. HOWEVER, the damage to this chair's ass cushion has been done lol...
I am currently looking at THIS model of chair and it looks VERY similar to the Aeron.
I have found several Aeron chairs in my area, however, everyone seems to be selling them for $300 or more and almost all of them being sold are over 8 and 10 years old, with one of them being over 12 years old he says...I cant justify spending that much on a chair that has been in someone's possession than my relationship...
However, Being that I live so close to Grand Rapids and Holland, MI, there are Haworth and Steelcase 'outlet' stores right where the factories are that I didnt even think of checking out...I kinda wanna go there or ask around but have yet to find anyone who has been to these stores or have had any luck either.
Ultimately, I dont think I am going to go with a gaming chair (was considering the EWin or Secret Lab Titan) because I feel like ill get more comfortable seating out of an Aeron or Gesture or clone of such...
Duramont Ergonomic Adjustable... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0797HZ8W1?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
I got this and I really like it
I don't know if it's bifl but I have had it for a couple of years and I'm very happy with it. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0797HZ8W1/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_i_1HWJ3Z04VMRTG0MGGKHP?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0797HZ8W1/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I didn't want a "gaming chair" (I don't really like the aesthetic of them), and I needed something to support my (at the time), shall we say "impressive physique"
Now I've lost a fair lot of weight, but it's good to know that this chair will last me awhile as long as I keep up with maintaining/dropping weight.
It's called Duramont. I got it from Amazon
Duramont Ergonomic Adjustable Office Chair with Lumbar Support and Rollerblade Wheels - High Back with Breathable Mesh - Thick Seat Cushion - Adjustab https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0797HZ8W1/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apip_cR1Pyi8jhk6oD
Here is my advice from attempting to find a good chair. For reference I am 6 foot 1 and weigh 175 pounds.
- Avoid gaming-style chairs. They are terribly made for ergonomics and will do more damage to the body. They also have poor breath ability.
- Avoid leather executive-style chairs. In the $300 range the leather is unlikely to be of high quality and will tear off the chair in a years worth of use. Additionally, it will get super sweaty with long sessions.
- Avoid no-name Chinese chairs off of amazon such as these:
- https://www.amazon.com/Duramont-Ergonomic-Adjustable-Support-Rollerblade/dp/B0797HZ8W1/ref=sr_1_20?dchild=1&keywords=ergonomic+chairs&qid=1622166989&sr=8-20
- https://www.amazon.com/Gabrylly-Ergonomic-Mesh-Office-Chair/dp/B07Y8BXBX8/ref=sr_1_7?dchild=1&keywords=ergonomic+chairs&qid=1622166989&sr=8-7
- You can find these exact chairs or similar chairs using low quality parts under the names of several different weirdly-named companies. I tried three random ones and they all had cushions or parts that failed within a year of use.
I would highly recommend saving up more money for a high quality chair with a good warranty, rather than playing the frustrating cheap chair roulette for years as I did. Also, I highly recommend going to an office store or warehouse to try out some chairs before buying anything. I ended up with a customized $650 OfficeMaster OM5XT from officechairsusa.com which I am very happy with, although its definitely not for everyone. I also stole a Herman Miller from my old office for $200, but I found it uncomfortably tiny for my larger frame.
Went with https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0797HZ8W1/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1 and loving it.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0797HZ8W1/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apap_jKKlnM4OxVqGn
$30 over budget, but unless your proportions are really that different; this is the best chair under $600 I've seen.
I've heard nothing but good things about:
Could you point me to the OD coupon? Been thinking about the 9000.
Did you ever try out the staples dexley? https://www.staples.com/staples-dexley-mesh-task-chair-black-56946/product_24398921
I've also been thinking about this one too. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0797HZ8W1/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_SD4kFbH908CJN
These are my top 3 after days of online looking. Probably need to go sit my butt in some but I'm super paranoid about indoor stores and catching Rona.
I know Herman Millers and Steel cases are highly recommended and can buy them used and whatnot. I just can't convince my wife I need to spend that much and wonder why someone would sell a good office chair unless there was something wrong with it, regardless of how good the brand is.
I have a steelcase criterion manufactured in 1998 that I picked up from a used office supply store probably 7 or 8 years ago, and it's still going strong. I actually just bought a brand new chair to replace it for $313 on amazon (only because the steelcase is purple, and my wife hates the color), and I'm not sure I'm going to keep this new duromont. It's a decent, heavily built chair for the most part, but feels so much less substantial than my 22 yr old steelcase...
Here's the chair I just bought, totally solid chair for the money, I just didn't realize how good I had it until I sat in the new one for the first time after putting together this afternoon: https://www.amazon.com/Duramont-Ergonomic-Adjustable-Support-Rollerblade/dp/B0797HZ8W1
Also here is the old steel case for reference, it might be slightly bigger or higher end than the one you featured? Hard to be sure via the photo: https://photos.app.goo.gl/3jitA7kjAKhd2YWY7
Is there a brand you can recommend on Amazon? All those in your imgur? What do you think about Duramont?
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0797HZ8W1/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_M3nlFbHWQXK3G
I have been using this since Oct, https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0797HZ8W1/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o08_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I'm 6'1" 270. Its really comfortable.
What do you think about this chair for example?
I just want an cheaper alternative to the Herman Miller Aeron, even the local used market wants same as new prices. Closest I can find is this for $250.
I recommend the WorkPro Quantum 9000. Can be found for $400-500 but I got really lucky and bought it on sale awhile back.
Also get the version with the headrest if you can. If not, you can purchase something like this and get c-clamps. It's not the most sturdy thing ever but it gets the job done.
I used this Lorell headrest from Amazon Literally drilled holes in the back, got some nuts and screwed onto the bolts that came with the headrest and voila
Lorell Hi-Back Chair Mesh Headrest, Black https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00P85C6OU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_i_9546JRHYBNJ27F04X6R8
Here's some options that I'm considering right now:
1) amazon.com/gp/product/B00P85C6OU/
I currently have this on a tempur-pedic, so I know that it's comfortable and I prefer mesh in general. This would not be able to mount directly onto the chair so I would attach two plastic C-clamps to the chair and drill the headrest into the C-clamps. Since there is no forward-back adjustment on this headrest I'd use a heat gun to bend the column to get the right adjustment (I did this to the tempur pedic one to adjust it further back.
2) amazon.com/dp/B09D8K8THY
This looks like it may be able to screw right into the back the plastic frame at the top of the backrest. Obviously it would void the warranty and the metal fasteners would clamp down on the mesh back at the top and deform them, which maybe could cause damage or alter how the shape of the mesh/how the backrest feels.
Hello guys,
Really love that so many redditors brainstorming a solution for a Leap V2 headrest.
I just got a second hand Steelcase Leap V2. Going to attempt to 3d model and print an attachment for this headrest. Hopefully add support for adjustable headrest depth. I wanna avoid drilling/screws. Might use some 3M VHB double-sided tape.
This is what I ordered: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00P85C6OU?psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&ref_=chk_typ_imgToDp
Somehow, it’s cheaper to order from USA shipped to Canada than amazon.ca
Wish me luck. 👷♂️🦫
I am currently using this Lorell headrest for my Haworth Zody. While you will have to get separate clamps to fit them, they match my chair perfectly and looks factory. What chair are you planning to fit yours on?
Search for Lorell headrest on this subreddit: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Lorell-Hi-Back-Chair-Headrest-Black/dp/B00P85C6OU/ref=mp_s_a_1_7?dchild=1&keywords=herman+miller+headrest&qid=1607885702&sprefix=Herman+Miller&sr=8-7
There are some hacks involving buying it and some clamps to attach the headrest to the back of the Aeron without drilling holes. Comes to about $40
Many of the cheaper headrest require you to drill a few bolts into the back of the chair. Its not that uncommon and you could find a few threads of people doing it with a bit of google searching. most of them end up using this headrest from amazon. https://www.amazon.com/Lorell-Hi-Back-Chair-Headrest-Black/dp/B00P85C6OU
I picked up this Lorell Headrest and the Camvate C-clamps people linked in the reviews. I ended up not liking the setup suggested in the review photos, but I made some adjustments and now it's almost perfect.
Me being about 5' 8", the headrest contacted the middle back of my head and it was really uncomfortable when leaning back and it didn't touch my head at all when sitting up straight. I wasn't looking for neck support for sitting up straight anyways, I just wanted something to hold my neck and lower back of my head when reclining.
I ended up removing the actual headrest from the up/down extension bit and screwed the clamps onto the headrest directly, which lowers and recesses its placement. Now when I lean back, it fits at my neck like I wanted it to. When I sit up straight, I can sort of swivel the headrest up/backwards and out of the way so that it doesn't contact my shoulders.
I recently got a Steelcase Leap V2 and wanted to install a headrest. When I was looking for info I found a lot of people in the same situation. You can't get the actual Steelcase headrest unless you find one used, and you have to modify the back to install it anyway.
I used the Lorrell Hi Back headrest from Amazon, it was very affordable.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00P85C6OU/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_image_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
You will need a drill, washers, and nuts and bolts. I got a $4 variety pack of nuts and bolts from Walmart and the largest washers I could find. I found a good spot for the headrest, drilled two holes, and screwed it together as seen. I had to use some needlenose pliers to hold the nuts in place to screw them in as screwing them in the other direction would have the bolts sticking into the back area. Taking off the back padding is pretty easy, the rest is pretty uncomplicated as well. It feels sturdy enough, but I'm not really trying to push it. I actually redid it after this and moved it up a few inches as I'm 6'3" with a very long torso so most people could get away with it lower. Overall a pretty good fit even though the mesh doesn't totally "vibe" with the fabric seat. Hope this is helpful to anyone with the same issue.
Yep, that's the one. I own it as well. Though his(and mine) is the High-back version. They are often called the "poor-man's Aeron".
Cheaper materials, but has all the functions and is very sturdy - it weighs a ton and while mine is over a year old, you'd believe me if I told you I got it yesterday.
It comes w/out a headrest, but you can bolt this one onto it - it's a direct fit.
https://www.amazon.com/Lorell-Hi-Back-Chair-Headrest-Black/dp/B00P85C6OU
Great chair for the price, they often go for ~$150.
For anyone considering them, I'd recommend it. Only downsides : slight wobble, the armrest material/shape isn't the most comfortable, no armrest fore-aft, and I wish the arms went .5" lower at min-height.
Very nice, wish I could justify owning one on top of a nice PC. Already love my surface book so much.
I think I can see a Lorell chair there, I recently got this headrest for it and am very happy with it compared to the plain hard plastic top. https://www.amazon.com/Lorell-Hi-Back-Chair-Headrest-Black/dp/B00P85C6OU/
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00P85C6OU?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share Works amazing if you measure twice and drill once
I got a Lorell headrest for my Zody. It will have to be held together by two clamps but it's pretty secure as long as you do not hold the headrest to move the chair. The height and tilt is adjustable, and for less than $20 on Amazon you can't go wrong.
It also matches my black Zody and looks factory fitted. While it's called a headrest, I use it in its lowest position to support my neck. So far it's been great for me.
The Lorell Mesh Headrest has good reviews on Amazon. The Steelcase Leap v2 has a flat back, so you'll have to screw the headrest directly into the back of the chair.
I have an old Steelcase Leap v1, for reference. No good place to put the clamps. I pulled the back padding off the back a bit to make room for the clamps, tightened them down, then bolted the headrest to one of the angled holes on the clamps. Headrest extension pushed all the way down.
The reviews for the headrest clued me into which clamps to buy and there are some pictures there where they installed the headrest on other chairs with better mounting points for the clamps. The Leap v1 just isn't a good candidate for this, but I made it work. It's ugly as sin but nobody sees the back on my chair, so I don't care right now.
Hi, I was looking for a headrest for the Mirra v1, but couldn't find one. So I bought the Lorell headrest on Amazon and designed a 3D-printed adapter to be used with the Mirra 1: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00P85C6OU/ref=ppx\_yo\_dt\_b\_asin\_title\_o00\_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
3D-printed adapter: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:5400368
I hope this helps someone!
I was looking for a headrest but couldn't find one, so I bought this one on Amazon and designed a 3D-printed adapter to be used with the Mirra 1: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00P85C6OU/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
3D-printed adapter: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:5400368
I hope this helps someone!
I bought this https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00P85C6OU/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1 and a couple of screws and hex nuts to fasten it to the chair. Also got a couple of rubber washers to prevent damage to the chair. it's slightly ugly, but also WAYYYYY cheaper the OEM headrest. PM me if you want pics.
I got one off Amazon. Lorell Hi-Back Chair Mesh Headrest, Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00P85C6OU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_YASEYFEQTERATWK7ANX7
I also got different hardware that wouldn’t pierce too far into the chair back.
Lorell Hi-Back Chair Mesh Headrest, Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00P85C6OU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_N8PQPG0308S107JT2099?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
pro tip, you can buy https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00P85C6OU for a headrest, it works for this chair. i got it for $15 awhile ago.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00P85C6OU
and then you need to order 2 of these clamps. they secure the headrest well and no drilling.
I game and watch things a lot on my PC, so it's worth it while I lounge. I also have a cheaper one from amazon that I bought along with two C-clamps for another chair, but it didn't work with the Herman Miller (HM). Whenever I applied pressure to the headrest it had no leverage and just fell back:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00P85C6OU/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I probably could have came up with a better solution but I was tired of rigging chairs and just wanted something that I knew would work. I figured since a past HM engineer designed the Atlas, that it would be a pretty good fit.
I work full time and used an after-pay service so the purchase hit didn't seem as bad. I figured that my neck posture was worth $30/every two weeks for a little bit. If I was going to have a HM I wanted to have a Fully FULLY loaded one.
You can almost definitely screw a headrest into the stiff plastic backrest of the Amia.
https://www.amazon.com/Lorell-Hi-Back-Chair-Headrest-Black/dp/B00P85C6OU
I got this same headrest and mounted it to a workpro 9000. I drilled 2 small holes in my chair and mounted it that way but it can also be done with clamps. Check out the images on the Amazon page and you can see how other people rigged it to their chair
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edit: I got the mesh headrest but the base layout is still the same https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00P85C6OU/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Here’s the headrest: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00P85C6OU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glc_fabc_8j53Fb5624A4W?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
And here are the clamps. I didn’t want to attach the headrest using nails in case I ever decide to sell the chair: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0791MDFJD/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glc_fabc_Hk53FbZMXD38C?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
And here’s a picture from the back
It doesn’t naturally fit my head while sitting upright but if I want to lean back it’s comfortable. I wish I got the built-in one when I got the chair itself.
That's the headrest, it comes with 2 bolts, you'd simply attach those bolts to the clamps and then attach the clamps to the back of the chair and then you'd have no holes on the back of your chair. If the clamps aren't big enough they also sell other ones. You're looking for 1/4" screws.
Not sure. But maybe this is an option.
https://www.amazon.com/Lorell-Hi-Back-Chair-Headrest-Black/dp/B00P85C6OU
At the also purchase items with this head rest it suggests purchasing C-Clamps.
Looks like you could just put the headrest against the back of the chair. Put the C-Clamps over the screw flange location and put the face of the C-Clamp to the side where your wife would sit. With the screw side on the back of the chair so it does poke out at her while she is sitting. Hope this helps.
used https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00P85C6OU/ for the head rest
You can probably get these all online, but Lowe's was cheaper.
2 x 3.5" tarp hooks - https://www.lowes.com/pd/National-Hardware-Tarp-Hook/1000490357
2 x 1/4-20 nuts - just check the assorted nuts area
2 x 1/4-28 nuts - just check the assorted nuts area
2 x 1/4" Fender Washer - just check the assorted nuts area
2 x furniture glides with 1/4-20 threading - the ones I got at lowe's were Softtouch 4603695LW just look in the area where the other furniture felt bottoms etc are, I used these for reference (can't find the lowe's listing online) https://www.amazon.com/SoftTouch-Leveling-Glides-Straight-Furniture/dp/B001W6Q4U6
The tarp hooks are just the right height that when you mount the headrest to the lower holes and slip the hooks under the back, the top holes pop just above the chair allowing you to attach the glides to hold it steady from the top of the chair with tension.
Headrest comes with 2 screws, use those to attach to the tarp hook with fender washer + the 1/4-28 nuts, hook into back, then attach the glides and nut them into place as well.
Guy on amazon reviews suggested it, and it worked out very wel. You can't adjust the depth of the headrest, which is the only complaint I would leverage, but I feel it's at a fine position, and you can easily move it up and down while attached. Overall it's a way cheaper alternative to the other ones designed 'for' an Aeron
I purchased this one - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00P85C6OU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_qzmJFbA3H9XP3
People have been able to successfully add it to a number of different chairs including the workpro 9000. Check out the reviews for pictures
Great find! I picked up one for my wife, then picked up two more for me to have at home and work. Fifteen years later and we are still happy with them.
Now upgrade it with a headrest. I just attached one of these a few months ago, and wish I'd done it sooner.
I don't think you can get an "official" headrest. It would have to be something like this.
Deal link: Amazon
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Hello! About a week ago I started looking for ways that I could attach a headrest onto my Mirra chair and stumbled upon this thread. Thought I should share my results with you.
I ended up purchasing these two items from Amazon...
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00P85C6OU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_0ndyFbCKT705A
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0791MDFJD/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_OodyFbWH4FV7Z
Here's some pictures of how it ended up for me. The clamps were not tight enough so I had to make a temporary solution. I'll make it look better eventually but for now this works just fine. The headrest works exactly as I want it to and when I shake it around a lot it doesn't budge so I think the temporary solution with the cardboard will last for quite some time.
I bought this Lorell Headrest from Amazon for $16 or so. I drilled 2 holes on the back of the chair after taking off the back cover as shown in this video (no screws on the V2, just lift and pull). Then just secure everything down. The headrest comes with 2 screws, but you'll have to provide your own washers and nuts (I think they're 1/4"). Here are some photos. It works pretty well and I'm happy with the results. The whole process took maybe 10 minutes?
Photos:
https://i.postimg.cc/YCbyjfGV/bareback-inside.jpg
I purchased and installed this from amazon and loving it over the past couple of months: https://www.amazon.com/Lorell-Hi-Back-Chair-Headrest-Black/dp/B00P85C6OU/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=headrest+attachment+for+chair&qid=1598913749&sr=8-2
Although I had to drill a couple of holes into the chair, it works surprisingly well. There's no side to side wobble, and whenever I lean back into it, it flexes the top half of the chair back, which I actually prefer because it's like a recline but for my upper back.
I was really disappointed the first week I installed it due to the mesh being really firm and it felt really awkward. But after a week of use, it's honestly been a life saver. I can work on my desk hours on end with minimal neck strain now.
I'm 6'1 and my gf, who often uses my desk in the evenings, is 5'4 and it works pretty well for us. I prefer being more upright while my gf enjoys reclining all the way.
Keep in mind that it's still a risky purchase and that you should manage your expectations accordingly.
Deal link: Amazon
^^Note: ^^The ^^deal ^^may ^^have ^^expired ^^by ^^the ^^time ^^you ^^see ^^this ^^post.
So you can't just get a headrest from Steelcase unfortunately. I tried contacting them before and they said no dice.
I ended up ordering this one from Amazon - the company makes a few others. It's definitely not "buy it for life" quality but cheap enough I can buy a new one if it breaks. I got some assorted nuts and bolts and washers and used a drill to make two holes on the back of the chair after opening it up and mounting it on. I don't put too much weight on it but it hasn't broken yet. Try to use the largest washers you can get away with so the weight is spread out over the plastic backing.
There are so many of these chairs out there but it's so hard to figure out a headrest. Unfortunately since there's no mounting point DIY is your only option here.
Here's an album I made that nobody cared about:
I bought this headrest and these clamps and it works great for me. The headrest does have a little "give" when I lean my head back but I can rest my head on it.
Just note, the headrest looks better in person than in the amazon photo, not sure why the product photo looks like it was left in the sun for 2 years. The one I received looks like it came with the chair.
In the reviews you can find a few who installed it on their Leap.
Here another one: https://officechairatwork.com/product/steelcase-leap-version-2-chair-headrest/comment-page-1/#comments