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Active sitting with a touch of comfort

The VARIER Thatsit is designed for those who like to move whilst sitting, but who also appreciate extra support. You aren’t stuck in one position, nor do you have to keep readjusting your posture. That makes this chair comfortable for longer working days. You stay active, but in a relaxed way.

Why this product?

More adjustment options than you might think at first glance

The Thatsit is a balance chair with a backrest, adjustable knee supports and a backrest that can be adjusted for height and depth. This allows you to tailor the chair better to how you sit and work. Handy if you find that a chair only feels really comfortable when it can be adjusted to suit your body.

When should you choose the Thatsit over the Variable?

If you’re mainly looking for a simple, compact balance chair for shorter periods of sitting, the Variable is often sufficient. If, on the other hand, you opt for the Thatsit, you’re consciously choosing a more comprehensive chair: more back support, more adjustment options and greater comfort during longer working days. Especially if you spend a significant number of hours at your desk every day, the Thatsit will quickly feel like the more complete choice.

For those who sit for long periods at a time

This chair really comes into its own at a fixed workstation where you spend a significant number of hours. The generous seat, the backrest and the larger frame provide just that bit more comfort during long periods of sitting. So you have the dynamics of a balance chair, but with more support to get you through the day.

How to use

Switch easily between working and leaning back

When typing or doing concentrated desk work, you often sit in a slightly more forward-leaning position. If you want to read, think or relax briefly, you can easily lean back against the backrest. The Thatsit doesn’t just work well in one position. It’s precisely the ability to switch between them that makes this chair so comfortable.

Adjust the base properly first

When using it for the first time, take a moment to adjust the backrest and knee supports properly. This ensures your thighs are positioned correctly and that the support feels natural. It doesn’t have to be a big project. Just take your time adjusting it, and you’ll usually quickly notice what the chair has to offer.

Ergonomic benefits

The seat tilts forwards, keeping your hip angle more open than on many traditional chairs. This helps you sit more actively and upright. At the same time, the knee supports provide support at the front and the backrest offers support when you want to lean back. In this way, the Thatsit doesn’t promote a single ‘perfect’ posture, but rather a working day filled with movement and variety.

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Made for everyday use

The Thatsit feels sturdy and spacious. The frame is constructed from beech plywood with an ash top layer and finished with water-based varnish. This makes it a chair that not only sits exceptionally well, but also makes a real statement as a piece of furniture in your workplace.

Quick measurement

Make sure your desk top is between 71 and 76 cm high. Varier also gives a general guideline of a body height of approximately 150 to 205 cm and a maximum load of 110 kg. These are useful pointers to check beforehand whether the chair is a good fit for your workspace.

Easy to assemble

You can easily assemble the Thatsit yourself. The video shows you how to do this step by step. Handy if you want to get it set up properly straight away.

Pros and cons

•  Adjustable backrest and knee supports
•  Spacious seat with plenty of support
•  Supports active sitting and leaning back
•  Great if you spend long days at your desk
•  Less ideal if you’re looking for a compact model

In short: VARIER Thatsit is an ergonomic balance chair for long work and study sessions. Important: adjustable back and knee supports, suitable for desks with a height of approximately 71 to 76 cm.

Guide: below you will find only the key figures.

Key specifications

Key dimensions: 56 x 92 x 93 cm, seat height 51 cm, up to 110 kg.

In short: VARIER Thatsit is an ergonomic balance chair for active sitting with extra support. Key features: spacious seat, adjustable backrest, adjustable knee supports.

How happy will my body be with this?

Score summary: back 5/5, neck 4/5, shoulders 4/5, hips 3/5.

Product features

•  Designed by Peter Opsvik
•  Balance chair with backrest
•  Height-adjustable backrest
•  Backrest depth adjustable
•  Adjustable knee supports
•  Spacious seat, 47.4 cm wide
•  Curved wooden runners for subtle movement
•  Made from beech plywood
•  Finished with an ash wood top layer
•  Varnished with water-based varnish
•  Designed in Norway
•  Made in Poland

What’s in the box?

•  1 x VARIER Thatsit in parts
•  1 x Set of fixing materials
•  1 x Allen key

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