Mesh and upholstered chairs can both be excellent. The difference is in how they feel, how warm they get and how you look after them. In a warm climate like Cyprus, that choice matters more than you might think.
| Mesh | С обивкой | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | Air passes through, so it stays cool | Warmer, especially in summer |
| Feel | Firm and springy, adapts to your shape | Soft and cushioned |
| Support | Spread across the whole mesh surface | From the foam and the shape of the seat and back |
| Cleaning | Vacuum and wipe; dust can collect in the weave | Vacuum regularly; spot-clean the fabric |
| Look | Light, technical, open | Warm, solid, more colour and texture |
Good to know: the type of seat matters less than adjustability and fit. A well-adjusted chair of either type will serve you better than the “right” material in the wrong size. See what to look for in an ergonomic chair.
Mesh seats and backs let air through, which makes a real difference on warm days. The Herman Miller Aeron uses Pellicle mesh in three sizes; the Herman Miller Setu has a flexible suspension seat and back; the Interstuhl DAILY/RUNNER 172II and the Studio Office Flux pair a mesh back with full ergonomic adjustment.
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Interstuhl DAILY/RUNNER 172IIView chair →
Studio Office FluxView chair →
Upholstered chairs feel softer and warmer, and bring more colour into a room. The Herman Miller Embody combines a layered, padded seat with a flexible back that moves with you; the Interstuhl DAILY/RUNNER 152II is a German-made ergonomic chair with an upholstered seat and back.
Yes, if the chair is well designed and adjusted. A good mesh seat supports you evenly and stays cool, which many people prefer for long days.
Quality mesh is made to keep its tension for many years; cheap mesh can loosen. Buying from an established brand, with a manufacturer warranty, is the best protection.
Both are easy with a little routine. Mesh needs regular vacuuming to remove dust; fabric needs vacuuming and the occasional spot-clean. See our office chair care guide.
Mesh. Air passes through the seat and back, so you stay cooler through a warm summer day.
