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Humanscale Liberty Chair

Self-adjusting back recline system on the Humanscale Liberty Chair naturally provides the right amount of support throughout the full range of the recline motion

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Flexible mesh back, top-of-the-line responsive ergonomic technology, and durable lumbar support are just a few reasons why the Humanscale Liberty Chair is so popular in offices everywhere.

When breathable backing is a must and you want a sleek design that adjusts without distracting levers and knobs, this is the ergonomic chair of dreams.

Without locks and levers, the progressive ergonomic engineering system allows the Liberty Chair's back and lumbar support to adjust to your sitting positions, giving you more comfort where you need it in seconds.

The Liberty Chair from Humanscale is an efficient and stylish way to upgrade your office seating without needing to overhaul your entire office to do so.

Features

  • Self-adjusting back recline system naturally provides the right amount of support throughout the full range of the recline motion
  • A pivoting backrest adjusts as you move, providing steadfast lumbar and spine support for different postures and body types
  • Form-sensing mesh back provides a customized fit to your body
  • Contoured and padded seat cushion is precisely sculpted to reduce pressure points
  • Sized to fit more than 95% of the population; taller users can opt for a high cylinder
  • Adjustable armrests are easy to fine-tune and can lower to seat height while staying parallel to the ground
  • Made in USA

The Design Story

Niels Diffrient designed the Liberty chair based on his idea for a fully functional, yet minimal, mesh task chair. The Liberty has curved lines and a contemporary look and feel. The features of the Liberty chair include an innovative tri-panel non-stretch mesh backrest, which he based on the concept of a tailored men’s shirt. Working closely with textile designer Elizabeth Whelan, the end result is a mesh that is a flexible, as well as strong and supportive.

"I’ve always insisted that the back adjust to the person and we have this unique Form Sensing Mesh that will accommodate any body shape and give you appropriate back support. Whether you’re short, tall, wide, narrow, the back will accommodate you."

Niels Diffrient, Designer

Specifications

Seat height 16.6 - 20.9 inch (standard cylinder)
Recommended user range 5'0" to 6'4"; 100 to 250 lbs
Dual action recline 17° recline, plus 7° backrest tilt
Seat and back angle 100° - 124°
Weight 27 lbs
Weight rating Up to 250 lbs

 

 

 

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Humanscale Liberty Chair Arms

Arms

The Liberty arms are very unique. Aside from several different armpads to choose from, fixed or adjustable arms are available as well. The height adjustable arms lower down to the seat cushion and out of the way while working at a desk or on a keyboard tray.

  • No armrests
  • Fixed height armrests with either a Duron (soft solid foam) or Technogel pad
  • Height-adjustable armrests featuring a 5'' range of adjustment
  • Armrests can be covered in urethane, black Xanium synthetic leather or upholstery to match the seat cushion

Our recommendation: Most people will benefit from having adjustable arms

Arm Pads

  • Duron arms match either your frame color or shell color when ordered with a polished aluminum frame
  • Technogel arm pads come standard with a black Xanium synthetic leather cover
  • Duron or Technogel arms may be covered to match your seat textile
 

Frame Color

The frame of the Humanscale Liberty Chair is available in black, silver, or polished aluminum. Choose between black or silver trim on the silver or polished aluminum frames.

Humanscale Liberty Chair Frame Color
 

Back Mesh

The backrest of the Humanscale Liberty Chair is available in the following mesh styles. Please note that certain meshes may cause a longer lead time than others. To check lead time on a certain configuration, please give us a call at 1-800-531-3746 before placing your order.

Dash

Dash is one of the newest meshes available in the Humanscale line. It is characterized by its strength and durability.

Monofilament Stripe

The luminous quality of each individual monofilament strand creates a translucent effect, while also providing strength and durability.

Silver Check

This brilliant weave of monofilament strands and silver-coated yarns offers resiliency combined with a low abrasion factor.

Pinstripe

Pinstripe offers a simple stripe pattern in a variety of enlivening colors.

Catena

Catena offers a unique pattern in a variety of modern colors.

 

Seat Fabric

Fourtis - Grade 1

Inspired by the Latin word fortis, meaning strong, this fabric is the ultimate ratio of durability and flexibility thanks to a unique weave of two-blended colors, and offering a four-way stretch.

Corde 4 - Grade 1

Constructed from cotton, Corde 4 includes a four-way stretch and a small, modular weave. The result is a dimensionally ribbed surface on the face of the fabric that remains soft to the touch.

Lotus - Grade 1

This four-way stretch textile is water repellant and easy to clean, making it an ideal textile for healthcare and hospitality environments. Its polyurethane finish with nylon backing boasts a soft texture while offering exceptional durability. It exceeds all standards for contract upholstery and healthcare tests.

Sensuede - Grade 3

Sensuede was developed to be the best and most luxurious engineered suede available. The faux suede's soft touch comes from the use of breathable and wrinkle resistant recycled microfibers that are finer than a human hair but are extra-strong, resulting in a very resilient fabric. This material also was selected because of its environmentally sensitive content and manufacturing process.

Ticino Leather - Grade 1

Ticino is a semi-aniline dyed leather available in a variety of rich colors inspired by nature. It is a top, corrected grain leather to create a more natural aesthetic and ensure the leather remains as unique as the hide itself.

Corvara Leather - Grade 3

Corvara is a semi-aniline dyed leather that offers a smooth, silky feel and ultimate durability. It is a top, full grain leather that is embossed lightly for a consistent, uniform grain structure.

 

Box Stitching Color

Choose from a variety of different color box stitchings for your chair. This option is only available for leather upholstery.

Box Stitching Colors Humanscale Liberty Chair
 

Seat Cushion

The Liberty's thin seat cushion is designed specifically for long-term sitting comfort, whether with the double foam seat or the optional Technogel cushion that maximizes weight distribution and comfort. Both seats are very comfortable, but the gel seat upgrade offers better long-term support and relief of pressure points for users that sit in their chair 8 to 10 hours a day.

  • Standard foam seat is contoured to fit your body and reduce pressure points, and is both comfortable and supportive
  • Technogel seat cushion is a non-degradable, non-compressible Technogel layer on top of a foam core that provides maximum pressure distribution and offers unmatched, long-term comfort
  • Technogel seat is available only with the Lotus and Vellum fabrics and is not available with leather or Sensuede

Please Note: Technogel has a firmer "sit" than the standard foam that softens up somewhat after a few minutes and will offer better back support if you are seated for long periods of time. Users who are up and down more may prefer the foam.

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Seat Height

The Humanscale Liberty Chair is available in your choice of four cylinder heights. Seat heights are measured from the floor to the compressed front center of the seat cushion:

Standard 16'' - 21'' H
Low 15.25'' - 19.5'' H
Tall 17'' - 22.25'' H
Return to height 17.7'' - 19.9'' H
 

Casters

The Humanscale Liberty Chair is available with your choice of standard casters, soft casters for hard floors, or stationary glides.

Standard Hard Casters 2 1/2'' double-wheeled for carpeted floors
Soft Casters 2 1/2'' soft double-wheeled for hard floors
Glides Non-rolling glides for fixed location use
 

Fireproofing

The Humanscale Diffrient Smart Chair can be ordered with either standard plastic components or CAL 133 compliant components.

 

Humanscale Terms and Conditions

Due to manufacturer policy, this item cannot be returned once received nor canceled once ordered.
Please contact us if you have any questions about the Humanscale products we offer, or about the no return policy on Humanscale items.

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  • 3
    Poor back support for 295lb user

    Posted by Brian on May 7th 2009

    Everything is great about this chair EXCEPT The recline tension. I lean back and I feel like I'm going to fall over. I want a manual hard setting to give my back support. The so called sophisticated mechanism that automatically adjusts recline tension does not work. I am 295 lbs this might work for someone that only weighs what 105 lbs in that when they lean back it will support them. When I lean back I go all the way back. The design is not well thought through. But like I said everything else is great.

  • 4
    Good Chair

    Posted by Christian on Mar 5th 2009

    The Liberty chair fits me really well, I like the mesh back, the armrests are easy to use and adjust and the gel seat works well for me because I sit for so long- I am glad I opted for it. My only complaint is not being able to adjust the tension when I lean back. The level of tension is good, but I like to change that sometimes depending on what I'm doing. Other than that, I am really happy with my purchase.

  • 5
    So nice!

    Posted by Beth on Mar 5th 2009

    I can't believe how much I love this chair. I ordered one to try out in my office after I saw it at DWR with a leather seat and armrests. After a few days of long-term use, I realized it feels as great as it looks. ~Highly recommend it~

Warranty Policy

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Return Policy

Humanscale products cannot be returned.

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