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CathedraErgonomic Mesh Office Chair with Adjustable Headrest
This is the chair you build a workday around: a breathable mesh back that follows your spine, a headrest that adjusts up and tilts to meet your neck,.
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The chair you build around
A chair that moves to meet you through the long day.
A back that follows your spine
The breathable mesh back and S-shaped bionic backrest hold your posture through long stretches at the desk, with adaptive lumbar support behind it.
A headrest that meets your neck
The 3D headrest raises 5 cm and tilts up to 60 degrees, adjusting up and back to meet your neck rather than the other way around.
Armrests that get out of the way
The 90-degree flip-up armrests tuck away when you pull in close to the desk, then fold back down when you lean out.
4 finishes
Which one is yours
A swatch tells you the colour. This tells you the room it belongs in.
Cathedra in Black
The one you do not have to think about
Black recedes into a desk and lets the work be the loudest thing on it. It is the finish that photographs cleanly on a call, holds up against every wood tone, and is almost never the decision anyone regrets.
Cathedra in Gray
Neutral, without going invisible
Grey is the one that survives a room changing around it. It holds its shape against warm wood and cool metal alike, so it still looks right after the desk, the chair and the wall colour have all been replaced.
Cathedra in Yellow
The one you notice from the doorway
One warm accent does more for a desk than three careful neutrals. Put yellow where the eye lands first and the rest of the setup can stay as plain as you like.
Cathedra in Green
Reads calm, and photographs well
Green takes the clinical edge off a desk that is otherwise all screen and metal. It sits naturally beside wood and plants, and it is the finish that makes a workspace look like somewhere you chose to be.
Measured, not guessed
Know exactly what lands on your desk.
- Dimensions26 x 26 x 42.5 in (66 x 66 x 108 cm) at full height
- Seat height16.9 to 20.1 in (43 to 51 cm)
- Seat19.7 in wide x 19.7 in deep (50 x 50 cm)
- Armrest height26.8 to 29.9 in (68 to 76 cm) from the floor, which is 9.8 in (25 cm) above the seat at any setting
- Across armrests24.8 in (63 cm), outside edge to outside edge
- Armrest pad13.8 in (35 cm) long
- Backrest21.7 in (55 cm) high
- Headrest10.6 in (27 cm) wide, raises 2 in (5 cm)
- Base26 in (66 cm) diameter
- Weight33.1 lbs / 15 kg
- Boxed20.9 x 20.9 x 22.8 in (53 x 53 x 58 cm)
- MaterialsCationic elastic-fiber mesh back and seat, high-rebound molded sponge cushion, reinforced plastic frame, stainless steel five-star base
- FinishWhite frame and base with a color-matched mesh back and headrest
- StyleModern minimalist ergonomic task chair
- AdjustabilityPneumatic seat-height lift, 3D headrest (raises 5 cm, tilts up to 60 degrees), 30-degree tilt-recline with tension control, 90-degree flip-up armrests, 360-degree swivel
- SupportS-shaped bionic backrest with adaptive lumbar support
How it compares
Where we win, and where we don't.
| Cathedra | The Amazon brand | The boutique | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3D headrest raises and tilts | ✓Yes | ✓Yes | ✗No |
| S-shaped backrest with adaptive lumbar | ✓Yes | ✗No | ✓Yes |
| 90-degree flip-up armrests | ✓Yes | ✓Yes | ✗No |
| Gravity self-locking casters | ✓Yes | ✗No | ✗No |
| Tilt-recline with weight tension control | ✓Yes | ✓Yes | ✓Yes |
| Five color options on the mesh | ✓Yes | ✓Yes | ✗No |
Comparison reflects typical options in each tier, not any single competitor.
Questions
Good to know before you equip.
How does the back support my posture through a long day?
The back uses an S-shaped bionic backrest with adaptive lumbar support that follows your spine, so it holds your posture through long stretches at the desk. The breathable mesh moves with you rather than pushing back flat. There is also a 30-degree tilt-recline with tension control for when you lean back to think.
Is the headrest adjustable for my height?
Yes. The 3D headrest raises up to 5 cm and tilts up to 60 degrees, so you can set it to meet your neck whether you sit tall or low. It adjusts independently of the seat height, which is set by the pneumatic lift.
What is the seat height range, and will it fit my desk?
Seat height adjusts from 16.9 to 20.1 in (43 to 51 cm) on the pneumatic lift. At full height the chair stands 26 x 26 x 42.5 in (66 x 66 x 108 cm). Check those numbers against your desk clearance and your own height before ordering.
How high are the armrests, and how far apart are they?
The armrests sit 26.8 to 29.9 in (68 to 76 cm) off the floor depending on where you set the seat, which works out to a constant 9.8 in (25 cm) above the seat pan because the arms travel with it. Across their outside edges they measure 24.8 in (63 cm), and each pad is 13.8 in (35 cm) long.
Can the armrests get out of the way when I pull in close?
Yes. The armrests flip up 90 degrees so they tuck away when you want to pull the chair right under the desk. That keeps them from blocking the desk edge during focused work, then folds them back down when you lean out.
Will this chair work if I am petite?
Mostly, with one number worth checking first. The seat bottoms out at 16.9 in (43 cm), which is the right height for a 5 foot 3 frame, and the armrests flip up if they sit high on you. The seat depth is 19.7 in (50 cm), which runs deep for a shorter frame. Sit all the way back in a chair you own and measure from your lower back to the back of your knee. If that comes to 21 in or more the depth is a non-issue. Under that, a cushion behind the lower back takes up the difference.
Will the chair roll away when I go to sit down?
No. It rides on gravity self-locking casters that hold still when you sit and roll freely when you rise. That means it stays put as you lower yourself in and moves easily once your weight is off the seat.
What colors does it come in?
The frame and five-star base are white, paired with a color-matched mesh back and headrest in Black, Gray, Yellow, Green, or Wine Red. The structural parts stay white across every option, so you are choosing the mesh tone that sits against your room.
How do I keep the mesh clean?
Wipe the mesh and frame with a soft damp cloth and let it air dry. The cationic elastic-fiber mesh does not need special cleaners, and the stainless steel base buffs up with the same cloth.
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