Remote working has become a mainstay of modern business. Whether hybrid or fully distributed, teams are increasingly performing from home offices, spare rooms, garden studios, and even kitchen tables. While this flexibility offers numerous advantages, it brings with it the challenge of equipping home workspaces effectively and affordably.
At The Office Chair Man, we understand the importance of providing remote staff with comfortable, functional, and professional-grade furniture—without stretching company budgets or contributing to environmental waste. That’s where our high-quality, refurbished office furniture becomes an ideal solution.
Our extensive range of second-hand office chairs, desks, pods, and storage units empowers businesses to create ergonomic home offices for their teams. By choosing refurbished over new, businesses can reduce costs and environmental impact while still delivering excellence in comfort and style. This guide explores the smartest ways to furnish remote teams using sustainable office furniture solutions.
Every refurbished chair from The Office Chair Man goes through a 30-point check—ensuring it performs like new (and looks the part too).
Remote and hybrid working models have grown rapidly. According to data from the UK’s Office for National Statistics, over 40% of workers now work from home at least some of the time. However, not all home offices are fit for purpose. A lack of suitable furniture often results in poor posture, reduced focus, and even health complaints among employees.
For employers, this presents both a challenge and an opportunity. While it’s crucial to ensure that remote staff are well-equipped, it’s equally important to manage procurement costs and maintain sustainability goals. Traditional office fit-outs are no longer suitable for distributed teams who need furniture that fits personal spaces and arrives quickly.
This is where refurbished office furniture shines. At The Office Chair Man, we work with businesses to source the best quality second-hand chairs, desks, pods and more—refurbished to exacting standards, ready for immediate dispatch. These aren’t hand-me-downs; they’re hand-picked, high-performance furniture solutions from trusted brands like Herman Miller, Steelcase, and Vitra.
Choosing refurbished furniture for remote teams comes with a host of benefits:
Refurbished office furniture can be up to 75% less expensive than new. For businesses outfitting dozens—or even hundreds—of remote staff, this translates to significant savings.
Every item resold by The Office Chair Man prevents usable furniture from going to landfill. We estimate that through our efforts, hundreds of tonnes of waste are diverted from disposal each year. This supports corporate sustainability goals and contributes to a greener planet.
We specialise in premium brand furniture built to last. Each piece goes through a detailed inspection process and is refurbished for performance and comfort. Our minimum 30-point check ensures that products function like new—often exceeding expectations compared to budget flat-pack alternatives.
Unlike new furniture that can take weeks to ship, our stock is available for immediate dispatch. This is ideal for businesses onboarding new hires or rolling out remote work support rapidly.
Equipping a home office means more than just providing a chair and desk. It requires thoughtful selection that balances space constraints, ergonomics, and aesthetics.
A quality chair is foundational to remote productivity. Our best-sellers for remote workers include:
| Brand | Model | Features |
| Herman Miller | Aeron / Mirra | Fully adjustable, breathable mesh |
| Steelcase | Leap / Please | Lumbar support, seat glide, posture fit |
| Humanscale | Freedom / Liberty | Self-adjusting recline, gel armrests |
All chairs are refurbished and available in various finishes. We also offer reupholstering in custom fabrics to match home décor or corporate colours.
Not all remote staff have dedicated office rooms. Our range of compact desks and height-adjustable sit-stand solutions allow users to adapt small spaces for full-day comfort.
Home offices benefit from integrated storage, including:
These are available in neutral finishes for seamless integration into any home environment.
While more common in commercial settings, acoustic booths and phone pods are increasingly used at home. They’re ideal for shared households or teams who rely on frequent video calls. Our stock of used office pods includes affordable, refurbished models suited for tight spaces.
Not all homes are created equal, and neither are their workspaces. That’s why The Office Chair Man offers tailored solutions to meet the needs of different home layouts.
Soft furnishings can be reupholstered in a wide range of colours, allowing companies to match branding or create uplifting home environments for staff. Our in-house team handles customisation requests efficiently and affordably.
We offer modular desks and storage units that can be adapted to individual needs—ideal for multi-use spaces like bedrooms or dining areas that double as home offices during the day.
Our experienced team works with businesses and individuals to recommend the most suitable furniture packages based on budget, space, and ergonomic requirements.
Distributing office furniture to a remote workforce requires streamlined logistics. At The Office Chair Man, we’ve simplified this process:
We deliver across the UK from our Reading-based warehouse, using trusted couriers who ensure goods arrive on time and in excellent condition.
Furniture can be delivered flat-packed for self-assembly or fully assembled for immediate use. Clear instructions and support are always available.
For businesses supporting multiple remote workers, we offer bulk purchasing with centralised account management, delivery tracking, and volume discounts.
Comfortable, functional furniture has a direct impact on productivity and health. Research shows that poor posture and inadequate seating contribute to a rise in musculoskeletal issues and mental fatigue.
Providing high-quality used furniture to remote employees:
At The Office Chair Man, our mission goes beyond furniture—it’s about helping people do their best work, wherever they are.
Remote working is here to stay. Equipping your distributed workforce with high-quality, affordable furniture isn’t just a perk—it’s a necessity. Refurbished office furniture from The Office Chair Man offers an unbeatable blend of quality, sustainability, and value, making it the ideal choice for businesses seeking smart, long-term solutions.
With decades of experience and a wide-ranging stock of industry-leading brands, we’re ready to help your business support its remote teams effectively and responsibly.
Explore our available stock today or get in touch to discuss your team’s needs. Let’s build productive, ergonomic, and sustainable home workspaces—together.
