If the width of the seat is 19" wide, how can a 250 lb. person fit into the chair?Most 250 persons would greatly overlap the sides and be uncomforta
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If you take a look at the seat and arm rests, you will see that there are no sides to have to squeeze between. The arm rests fold around. While we purchased this for a person in the household who is less than half that weight, I have loaned it to someone that size and it was successful.If your person is likely to get larger, regular wheelchairs tend to go to 250lbs. You might want to look for the next size up. You should also know that the height of this chair could make legs uncomfortable if the patient is tall. It is designed for ease of transport ... and is more comfortable for that than our fullsize wheelchair according to my mother because of the fabric on the seat. If you take a look at the seat and arm rests, you will see that there are no sides to have to squeeze between. The arm rests fold around. While we purchased this for a person in the household who is less than half that weight, I have loaned it to someone that size and it was successful.If your person is likely to get larger, regular wheelchairs tend to go to 250lbs. You might want to look for the next size up. You should also know that the height of this chair could make legs uncomfortable if the patient is tall. It is designed for ease of transport ... and is more comfortable... » Read More If you take a look at the seat and arm rests, you will see that there are no sides to have to squeeze between. The arm rests fold around. While we purchased this for a person in the household who is less than half that weight, I have loaned it to someone that size and it was successful.If your person is likely to get larger, regular wheelchairs tend to go to 250lbs. You might want to look for the next size up. You should also know that the height of this chair could make legs uncomfortable if the patient is tall. It is designed for ease of transport ... and is more comfortable for that than our fullsize wheelchair according to my mother because of the fabric on the seat. « Show Less
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Hi, thanks for your interest in Drive Medical! We provide product weight capacity so that a potential purchaser is aware that the maximum amount of weight that this chair will hold is 250 pounds. All bodies are shaped differently and we suggest reviewing the additional dimensions that are provided in order to determine if this chair would be the best fit for a user.
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I just went and measured the seat area; it was about 18 inches by 18 inches and I think there would be a little more side room, actually because of the way the chair is made.--I don't remember the dimensions listed. I have had the chairs for several years and I don't think anyone has ever had a problem sitting in them. It is an extremely comfortable chair, in my opinion. I think it would be fine for a plus person. Now if you are talking about someone who is extremely large, I couldn't say. .
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The seat itself is 19" wide and there is a total of 20" between the armrests
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the part you would be sitting on is roughly 19 and a half inches wide, lets just say 20 ......that part that you would be sitting on is roughly 2 inches thick, but the thickness varies in a few places, more where you need more support, etc.....so honestly it depends upon what kind of office chair you have and how thick that is in support, as to whether it will be too thick or etc...... its a great cushion, if you are looking for a cushion I would order it try it, and if it does not work, send it back, but I can almost guarantee that even if it does not work for your office chair you will find another place to use it, because its that good. I love mine the part you would be sitting on is roughly 19 and a half inches wide, lets just say 20 ......that part that you would be sitting on is roughly 2 inches thick, but the thickness varies in a few places, more where you need more support, etc.....so honestly it depends upon what kind of office chair you have and how thick that is in support, as to whether it will be too thick or etc...... its a great cushion, if you are looking for a cushion I would order it try it, and if it does not work, send it back, but I can almost guarantee that even if it does not work for your office chair you will... » Read More the part you would be sitting on is roughly 19 and a half inches wide, lets just say 20 ......that part that you would be sitting on is roughly 2 inches thick, but the thickness varies in a few places, more where you need more support, etc.....so honestly it depends upon what kind of office chair you have and how thick that is in support, as to whether it will be too thick or etc...... its a great cushion, if you are looking for a cushion I would order it try it, and if it does not work, send it back, but I can almost guarantee that even if it does not work for your office chair you will find another place to use it, because its that good. I love mine « Show Less
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Not sure but it is a very sturdy chair of good construction. I would guess that a 250 lb person would be safe, maybe more, but who knows..
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The width of the chair is 19 inches. I suppose that morbidly obese people may not fit the chair. The frame is fairly sturdy. I think it could hold at least up to 250 lbs. The bucket is fairly shallow so regular use requires regular changes.
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The chair will go from 19" to 25". I may be off a fraction of an inch as I measured it with my sewing tape measure. I love this chair. It is comfy to sit on for extended periods.
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The chair is wide. Plenty of room for a big person. However I think that a small person would find it to be too wide. But it's well made and looks "classy". I'm rather impressed with this chair.
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Yes, I rec'd what is pictured and desribed. I also made a web buying mistake of not checking the measurements before buying. I followed the incorrect extra wide heavy duty description. The listing says "Total Width of the seat is 22.5" Width between handles is 18", Depth (front to back) 13.5"." 18" seats in wheelchairs are standard not wide and rarely hold 250 lb people. If it was 22.5 and had no handles it might hold 400lb. Good luck.
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The width is about 20". If I were you, I would pick another chair. The chair is not at all comfortable, because the design of the chair tends to allow one to slid way forward while sitting. This situation is very hard on ones back, because one can not get any back support. I am sorry that I purchased this chair, once it is replaced; it is destined for the trash heap.
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The chair is for sure great quality. But I don't think that a 300lbs person would fit in it. I have the one that has armrest on it and I just fit perfectly on it. I'm 170lbs and I think the max capacity is only 200.. Thanks. I hope you won't take my words offensively...
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The width of the seat between the armrests is 19". The seat depth is 16" and the height of the back is 26"
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The chair will accommodate larger person. The base cushion is about 22" Deep and 24" Wide. However the arms can adjust outward to about 36" wide. The side arm also adjust up and down. I would say a person 300+ Lbs and a heath up to 6' 5" would find this chair comfortable...
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I'd say "no" Maximum width is 19 inches between arms. Seat itself is narrower yet.
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The seating area is 19 inches wide. The full width of the chair, for going through doorways, is 26 inches.
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Great question. How much does the person weigh? If it is someone who is morbidly obese like 400 pounds, I would question whether it could take the stress. But I know somebody 200 pounds has absolutely no problem sitting on it. Have you contacted the manufacturer to ask?
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My friend is 200lbs & sat in the chair. That is the best answer I can provide. Hope this helps.