Product Review
This is part of my Making Of Our Dream Home series. Click to read the other entries in the series.
My 11-year-old came home with a really black face yesterday because well.. it was injection day. =P Her arm was sore from the injection and she was upset because the nurse who did her physical examination commented that her back was not perfectly straight, and that if she doesn’t watch her sitting and standing posture carefully, she might have to go for further checkups at the hospital. It got me a little concerned because I had been worried for a while now for the kids’ postures as they don’t have a proper place to do their homework at home now. They often have to bend over low tables or slouched at awkward angles because the tables and chairs are not well-fitted for their height and size. Thankfully, we are getting new and finally, proper, study tables and chairs when we shift house in December!
Having had good review experiences with Ergoworks previously, they were naturally our first choice when it comes to selecting ergonomic tables and chairs for my kids. We popped by their showroom at Marina Square and understood a lot better about why ergonomic furniture are necessary for growing children. It is certainly a worthy investment if you want the best for your kids, and with ongoing promotions now, I say it is absolutely value-for-money. Here are 3 reasons why you should totally consider ergonomic furniture for your kids:
#1: Promotes Healthy Postures
Possibly the most important, and only reason you need to get these ergonomic tables and chairs for your kids! Postures should be rectified and enhanced during their growing up years when their body structures are still adjusting. Good postures enhance the quality of life because we experience lesser aches on our shoulders and back, and the kids can focus better when they are studying as well. Upon reaching the showroom, the friendly Ergoworks staff recommended us to this series of study tables & chairs (Ergostars ES-8804) and showed us how the tables and chairs can be adjusted to the correct height suitable for my kids, so that their sitting, studying and writing postures can be at their best.
The footrest is important especially for younger kids like Jayne, so that they don’t strain themselves when trying to sit up straight but have difficulty resting their feet flat on the ground. The footrest also ensures better blood circulation without causing numbness on thighs and feet
The child should sit as close as possible to desk edge for upright sitting posture and allow full contact with backrest – or in other words, “have your back rest on it”, for optimal experience.
#2: Great Support For Their Tender Backs
Because Ergostars’ chairs are ergonomically-designed, they are comfortable and provides great support for my children’s backs. I tried the chair for myself, and the backrest actually wraps around my waist when I lean back - it was so comfortable! See the duo flaps of the backrest? They are of original German design and technology and the reason for the comfort! Beware of imitations in the market!
I can almost visualize my kids studying comfortably on their chairs in their new bedroom! =D
As you can see, the table top can be tilted at an angle (up to 25 degrees) so that the kids can sit and read comfortably without bending over and straining their backs. The grey wrist support patch also functions as a book holder and a good rest for the wrist.
#3: They Grow With The Kids
Because of their ergonomic nature, both the tables and the chairs are designed in such a way that they can be easily adjusted in height to suit children of different age group and height. In fact, these ergonomic tables and chairs can “grow” together with the kids all the way into adulthood because they can be adjusted along with their growth. Now, isn’t that a worthy investment?!
With a lever that can be easily attached and detached, you can adjust the height of the table when there is a need to do so. I also like how the tables and chairs are designed with rounded edge bumpers for that extra aesthetic and safety feature.
Other Useful Features
There are several minor features about the Ergostars study table that made the girls look forward to using them. There is a hook at the bottom of the table for the kids to hang their school bag after school everyday, and also a pull-out tray for them to keep all their stationeries and pens under the table.
All of Ergoworks’ ergonomic products are endorsed and recommended by The Chiropractic Association (Singapore) and Singapore Physiotherapy Association, and needless to say, many doctors, medical professionals and posture trainers are their customers as well because they know how important quality products are. You can also enjoy 3 years’ warranty for the furniture you purchase!
Great Promotion!
Ergoworks is having a good promotion now and the Ergostars ES-8804 Desk & Chair set is only going at a special price of $799 and comes with 3 years on-site warranty (Price includes delivery, installation and 7% GST). More info here: https://ergoworks.com.sg/ergostars-es-8804-desk-chair-set.html or make a trip to any of their showrooms (Marina Square, Causeway Point or The Centrepoint Mall) to try out the furniture yourself.
Looks like my kids are really happy with their new ergonomic tables and chairs from Ergoworks and are looking forward to their arrival at our new place next month! The tables come in a choice of pink, blue or grey and the chairs come in pink or blue as well. Can’t wait to share more about how these study tables and chairs can improve the quality of our lives, so stay tuned for upcoming posts! :)
Disclosure: Ergoworks has sponsored the products mentioned in the post for my kids’ review purposes. No other financial compensation was received.
