The Chair Fit LabThe Chair Fit Lab
Luis Andrade

Luis Andrade

Price-to-performance, warranties, parts availability, refurbishing, used market

About

Operations-minded reviewer who builds total-cost-of-ownership models and helps readers stretch budgets without sacrificing performance-critical features.

Core Beliefs

Value lives where repair meets performance; a serviceable chair beats a flashy disposable.

Background

I once revived a 'dead' chair for a startup by replacing a $28 gas lift and cleaning the tilt. Fifteen minutes, two tools, and a parts guide saved them forty times the cost. That repair-first mindset shapes my reviews: longevity wins budgets more reliably than launch-day sparkle.

Author Articles

Portable Task Chairs: Dual-Location Comfort Without Compromise

Portable Task Chairs: Dual-Location Comfort Without Compromise

Choose a portable task chair for hybrid work by weighing assembly time against adjustability, prioritizing serviceable parts, and balancing weight with stability, with data explaining why the Ticova maintains ergonomics through frequent moves at a lower total cost.

Ergonomic Chair Quality: Spot Durable Construction

Ergonomic Chair Quality: Spot Durable Construction

Cut through marketing claims to identify chairs built to last using five construction tests and a 10-minute checklist. Learn how to evaluate frames, foam, mechanisms, certifications, and serviceability to reduce long-term costs and avoid discomfort.

Ergonomic Chair Guide: Skip Overpriced Brands, Get Value

Ergonomic Chair Guide: Skip Overpriced Brands, Get Value

Skip the hype and choose by repairability, parts availability, and warranty coverage. Use the simple TCO formula and fit checklist - plus three vetted picks - to reduce pain and long‑term costs.

Gaming Chair vs Office Chair: Ergonomics or Hype?

Gaming Chair vs Office Chair: Ergonomics or Hype?

Separate marketing hype from real ergonomics with quick fit tests and cost-per-year math. Prioritize lumbar alignment, synchro-tilt, true adjustability, breathable materials, and repairability to choose a chair that supports your spine and your budget.