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Needham Low Back Chair with Armrests

Needham Low Back Chair with Armrests

Plinth Medical

Medical Furniture
  • Manufactured by Plinth Medical under ISO 9001 quality management systems.
  • Upholstery specified as antimicrobial and fire Retardant to Crib 5 for contract healthcare use.
Patient & Visitor Chairs

Description

The Needham Low Back Chair with Armrests is a patient and visitor chair from Plinth Medical, designed for healthcare environments such as waiting rooms, wards and consultation areas. The chair features a supportive low backrest and integrated armrests, with an overall height of 790 mm, seat height of 460 mm, depth of 680 mm and width of 590 mm. As part of Plinth Medical’s Needham seating range, it is supplied with a natural beech wooden frame that is stained, polished and coated with an antibacterial lacquer. The seat and back are upholstered in high-quality antimicrobial vinyl (or optional fabric) that is fire-retardant to Crib 5, and the chair has a safe working load of 160 kg, providing durable, easy-to-clean and comfortable seating for patients and visitors.

Bnefits

  • Healthcare-specific patient and visitor chair suitable for waiting rooms, wards and consultation areas.
  • Low backrest and armrests provide comfort and support when sitting and rising.
  • Natural beech frame that is stained, polished and coated with antibacterial lacquer for hygiene and durability.
  • High-quality antimicrobial vinyl upholstery with Crib 5 fire-retardant rating for improved infection control and safety.
  • Safe working load of 160 kg, offering robust support for a wide range of users.
  • Compact footprint (H 790 mm, seat height 460 mm, D 680 mm, W 590 mm) for efficient use of space in clinical settings.
  • Available in a range of upholstery colours and alternative wood finishes to match interior design schemes.
  • Part of a coordinated seating range (including armless and 2-seater versions) to create consistent waiting-area layouts.

Indications

  • Patient seating in hospital and clinic waiting rooms.
  • Visitor seating in wards, consultation rooms and treatment areas.
  • General healthcare facility seating where hygienic, antimicrobial and fire-retardant furniture is required.

Composition

  • Frame: natural beech hardwood, stained, polished and coated with antibacterial lacquer.
  • Seat and back: foam cushioning with antimicrobial, fire-retardant (Crib 5) vinyl upholstery.
  • Fixings and glides: metal fixings and floor-protecting feet/glides suitable for indoor flooring (exact materials may vary by batch).

Formulation

  • Wooden-frame construction with fixed low backrest and fixed armrests.
  • Antimicrobial vinyl upholstery system designed for frequent cleaning in healthcare environments.
  • Fire-retardant upholstery meeting Crib 5 requirements for contract healthcare seating.
  • Engineered to support a safe working load of 160 kg.

Packaging

  • Supplied as a single Needham Low Back Chair with Armrests unit.
  • Delivered by the distributor according to standard or arranged delivery services; special delivery requirements can be notified in advance to the supplier.

Usage

  • Use as indoor seating on a stable, level floor surface.
  • Do not exceed the stated safe working load of 160 kg.
  • Periodically check frame, fixings and glides for signs of wear or damage; remove from service if structural integrity is compromised.
  • Clean upholstery with a mild detergent solution or approved healthcare surface cleaner compatible with antimicrobial vinyl; avoid abrasive pads and strong solvents unless approved by the upholstery manufacturer.
  • Wipe wooden frame with a damp cloth and mild detergent; avoid prolonged saturation with liquids to preserve the lacquer finish.
  • Follow local infection-prevention policies for frequency and method of cleaning in clinical areas.

Contraindications

  • Not suitable for use on uneven or unstable floor surfaces where tipping risk is increased.
  • Not intended for use as a step, ladder or standing platform.
  • Individuals exceeding the safe working load of 160 kg should be seated on appropriately rated bariatric seating instead.

Adverse Effects

  • Improper use (e.g. standing on the chair, rocking on rear legs) may lead to falls or injury.
  • Surface damage from incompatible cleaning chemicals may reduce antimicrobial and fire-retardant performance over time.

Storage Conditions

  • Store and use in dry indoor environments.
  • Avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight or high heat sources to minimise fading and degradation of upholstery and lacquer.
  • Do not store in damp conditions to prevent damage to wood and upholstery.

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