Hairdressing chairs: what are and how to choose?

A quality hairdressing chair is something that no salon or barbershop can do without. A high-quality model not only facilitates the work of the master, but also increases the comfort of the procedure for the client. Let us consider in more detail in the article what hairdressing chairs are, how to choose them and what to look for when buying.

The whole variety of hairdressing chairs for beauty salons can be divided into groups. If the design features are the basis for such a classification, then models for hairdressers are of the following types:

• dynamic;
• static.

Both product variants have a base (five-beam). A professional, dynamic chair is a model on wheels, which makes it easy to transport furniture around the room. In a static analogue, the five-beam abuts against a square or round metal base. It provides better stability of the product, but moving it around the hall is more difficult - you have to lift it.

Several varieties are distinguished depending on the method of raising and lowering the seat of the chair.

• With pneumatic regulator. A feature of these products is the automatic lowering and raising of the chair when the client sits down and gets up from him. In addition, on the leg of the product there is a lever, by clicking on which you can adjust the height of the chair. This is very convenient for the master, since the adjustment is done by pressing the foot.The pneumatic chair can have 2 types of five-beam - metal (hidden in a plastic casing) and with pneumopatoron made of chrome steel.

• With hydraulic. From the name it is clear that such models are equipped with a hydraulic lift, due to which special smoothness is achieved when lowering and raising the seat. In general, hydraulic lifts work in the same way as pneumatics, but they can lower and raise the chair with the person sitting in it. And pneumatic lifts do not cope with this task.

In addition to being able to adjust the height of the seat, many seats have the option of adjusting the backrest and fixing it. As a rule, products with a folding back are installed in barbershops - the back in such models can drop to 60 degrees. This almost horizontal position is used during shaving, for example. A similar chair is also used near the sink. To wash his hair, the client also takes a semi-recumbent position, the chair should give this opportunity. And high-quality men's models include removable and height-adjustable head restraints.

Armchairs can also vary in purpose. Exist standard height models with armrests are standard furniture. If the furniture has high legs, a retractable headrest and a footrest, then you have a visage chair. The stuffing of furniture of this type is polyurethane foam. It can be block (i.e. foam rubber) and molded (called PPU). The first is cheaper, but poorly restores shape, with active use on such an armchair (with foam padding) dents quickly appear. If it is used as a PU foam, the chair quickly restores shape, does not fail and lasts longer.

In barbershops and men's salons, more durable chairs are usually installed - they have massive five-beam and a wide back. Chairs for women's salons are usually more elegant, softer. They have a footrest. There are also children's hairdressing chairs.

The manufacturer’s goal in making them is to interest the kids, so the furniture has an unusual shape (in the form of cars, houses, animals), is characterized by colorful design, the presence of buttons and levers that the baby can twist during the process of cutting. In addition, children's models are usually higher (for the convenience of the master) and have various handrails and stops to ensure its safe operation.

In terms of the materials used for the upholstery premium and economy class. Budget designs are usually sheathed with inexpensive materials - special types of fabric, dermantine. As a rule, in such chairs there are no hydraulic lifts, an option to block the lift. More expensive models have not only constructive "lotions" that increase their functionality, but are also upholstered with more expensive materials. These are expensive analogues of genuine leather.

According to sanitary standards, the chairs should be easy to wash and disinfect, so they are not sheathed with fabric (furniture or velor) or genuine leather. But leatherette (artificial leather, vinyl) is allowed for use. More attractive and functional is vinyl. In addition, in appearance it is as similar as possible to genuine leather. Good reviews get polyurethane skin. This is not the cheapest synthetic material, but the higher price is justified. The material is dense, holds its shape well, and is easy to clean.

A hairdressing chair should be not only practical and functional, but also attractive in appearance. Undoubtedly, it should harmoniously fit into the interior of the cabin.It is clear that light and cream shades can not be called practical. However, if only such armchairs fit into the style of the interior, then opt for light smooth vinyl covers. But light materials with embossing, cracks and a similar texture, models with a carriage screed are not the best option, they will quickly become dirty and difficult to clean.

Black is considered standard and non-marking. In addition, chairs in such a range are usually always available from suppliers. However, it is hardly suitable for creating a unique design.

To protect the chair today, craftsmen are invited to use special covers, which are dense polyethylene linings that are worn primarily on the head restraints. They can be on an elastic band or on a lightning. The latter, as a rule, provide a better fit of the cover, but cost more. Products differ in the density of the material. It is clear that denser ones last longer, can be rinsed under water.

When choosing a chair, pay attention to the materials used. Plastic is not always bad, often it can significantly reduce the cost of the product. It is important that it be a high-quality non-porous plastic. This will quickly crack and literally crumble during operation. High-quality plastic is durable, but quite flexible. All parts of such a product fit tightly against each other, do not creak, do not bend.

If you plan to frequently move the chair around the hall, it is more convenient to use models on wheels. but when working, the master needs to be careful - awkward movement can cause the client to move. The cost of a chair largely depends on the type of "lift". The most expensive are those that equipped with electric drive. The master does not need to select the height of the chair - just press the button on the remote control and everything will be carried out automatically.

Larger designs are more affordable hydraulic or pneumatic type. Their differences are described above. "Hydraulics" is recommended for institutions with high traffic, that is, where the master often has to change the height of the chair, adjusting to different clients. But the pneumatic lift is not designed for a frequent change of position. If such a product will be in the cabin with high traffic, then it will quickly turn out to be faulty.

When choosing a product, the design of the chair should be taken into account - it should complement the interior of the cabin, be combined in color. Pay attention to the armrests, because they also create the style of the chair. The most practical are plastic. Wooden ones look unusual and respectable, but quickly become worthless. Chromed also attract attention, are durable, easy to care for, but quickly cool down in cold weather, which creates discomfort for the client (they get cold).

Finally, when choosing, it is worth paying attention to the brand of the chair, giving preference to models from well-known manufacturers. More expensive is the furniture of German, American, Italian and Japanese industries. More affordable - Chinese, Polish and domestic models.

Video review of hairdressing chairs see below.