Review of the Multi Balans Foldable Kneeling Chair by Varier
Multi Balans Chair
This Varier kneeling seat is ideal for people who suffer from back pain using conventional chairs and find a more upright and open back thigh posture helps reduce discomfort.
It also has the added benefit of being highly portable this can be very useful if you have a limited work area and need the space when it's not in use as the seat conveniently folds flat and can be suspended on a wall if desired on separately supplied wall hanging pegs.
The other advantage of its portability means it is easy to carry and transport and so can become a seat you can take from room to room and even from office to home and vice versa.
Originally called the Stokke Multi Balans designer Peter Opsvik conceived the chair as an answer for people with back problems needing a portable solution, these days it goes under the Varier name. It can be highly effective for people recovering from back operations and is often recommended by physiotherapists. This is because it allows users to keep their back as upright as possible not unlike when standing without the additional strain on the legs because the shins help support your weight.
Multi Balans on Wall
Although the Varier Multi wasn't designed as a full blown work chair it still works well as one with the added benefit of being highly portable, requiring minimal space and also being easy to fold up and carry, weighing just 15 lbs.
Unlike the Variable Balans where the user interacts by balancing their weight and using the frame to vary the seating position, the Multi sits squarely on the floor due to the way it is designed with its easy height adjustment and portability and black endcap glides for moving and positioning.
Beautifully made in solid beech wood the design caters for wide ranging height variation via 4 separate adjustment positions, at the highest setting your back and thighs are in a similar relationship as when standing. This is beneficial for removing pressure on your back as the open seated angle helps promote a healthier posture by reducing stresses on spine and back.
Adjusting Multi Balans Chair Height
It also helps deeper and more satisfying breathing as the abdomen isn't restricted or cramped in the way it can be in a normal chair.
From a health viewpoint the resulting benefit is improved circulation and oxygen intake, all this helps in keeping your mind active and concentration levels alert.
The wide range of height adjustments also makes it a great choice for working at different work surface heights.
By simply raising or lowering the seat height on the easily adjustable height location pegs which are easily accessible at the rear of the seat.
Technical Information, Dimensions and Warranty
Dimensions
- Overall length variable, maximum when folded 28.35 inches
- Overall width 20.47 inches
- Overall height adjustment between 24.40 inches and 15.75 inches
- Weight 15 lbs
Finishes
Frame is natural lacquered Beech standard finish, with black of mocca stained Beech to order.
For quick shipping options there is a choice of 5 fabric colors, Black, Gray, Green, Blue and Red from its Crusvik range. There are several other fabric ranges as well as leather at additional cost.
Warranty
The wooden frame structure is covered by a 7 year warranty with the mechanical parts having 5 years warranty and upholstery and foam covered for 3 years.
Overall Assessment
The Multi Balans makes a great choice of kneeling chair for people wanting to keep their back healthy and as upright as possible, although perhaps not as flexible as the Variable in the variation of ways you can sit in it, the height adjustment facilitates this in a different way.
It works well where space is restricted and users need to be able to either fold their chair away when not using it or transport it to another room or office quickly and easily.
It's not an out and out office seat, nonetheless it works well for office use and some may choose to use it in conjunction with their office chair while they get used to it.
Where To Buy Online
This great online specialist store carries the Varier Multi Balans chair at competitive prices, offers product advice and also includes free shipping to the US mainland and 30 day return policy too.
