| A tub chair is a modern piece of furniture that is | | | | Current designs also include a swivel feature. In these |
| designed to be both stylish and comfortable for the | | | | swivel chairs there is a plate attached to the bottom |
| sitter. The shape of this easy chair resembles that of | | | | of the chair that allows movement for the person |
| a bath tub with a low back and high arms. In some | | | | sitting. These can especially be popular in professional |
| versions the back and arms are at the same height, or | | | | settings when it might often be used for meetings |
| may gently curve from one height to the next. The | | | | where individuals need to move to interact with and |
| seat is slightly reclined so that the sitter can take | | | | pay attention to various others in the room. |
| pressure off of their back and be more comfortable. | | | | Most tub chairs are covered with leather material. If |
| Tub chairs have not always been desired because of | | | | you choose a chair that is covered with a different |
| style. In the past they were actually recommended by | | | | material you may be able to get one for less money |
| doctors for people who were having back pain. The | | | | since the leather of course costs more. Depending on |
| design of the seat was perfect for relieving pressure | | | | the type of chair you get prices range from about |
| on the spine and helping people reduce the pain they | | | | $200 through about $700. The price will be based on |
| felt. It was seen as being just the right angle to | | | | not only the material the chair is made from but also its |
| maximize comfort for the human body. Eventually the | | | | style and features. Swivel tub chairs, for example, are |
| comfort and style became popular with the general | | | | usually a little more expensive than stationary chairs. |
| public as well. | | | | |