The back brace does not show in the picture. Is it necessary for rigidity? How far does it go down from top?
1519607
I don't know if its "necessary". We're using the table as a "desk" right now....in the future it will be a workbench. But it's probably NOT necessary. It's about 6 inches high and screws into the lower part of the desk with an L shaped piece of metal. It's a very sturdy piece of furniture with a real nice top.
294296
The backrest is more to stop you from rolling over. I use it occasionally to stretch back.
1543939
None. Rear rest is fixed. The front has about 5 inches of travel from lowest to highest
2252954
There are two braces that fall into place when you pull out the legs. The stool stays sturdy until you push the braces back. I love this stool!!!
190349
Yes the back rest sits a very slight angle even at the lowest position but it is ajustable so you can sit it more upright.
355720
Almost. It goes all the way back to where the back bars are at in the picture above. What you can't see in the picture above is that there's supposed to be a yellow safety bar that stops the chair from doing a full 180. Which is a good thing, after all. It would be very difficult to pull yourself up from that angle. This is a good product man. It's done wonders for my back. Invest in it and you won't be disappointed.
2209882
No...it's actually very comfortable and you don't feel anything pressing up against you. At the same time, I'm not that tall (5'2-1/2") so I don't have that much of my back unsupported. Hope that helps!
432396
I agree with T.K.; it's great. Mine continued to stretch out for awhile, so I'd recommend marking the brace height and checking it every once in awhile.
993159
Nope. The back is fixed to the seat with a metal bar. There's no flexibility there. The seat doesn't tilt on the base, either.
675437
The back does not fold down flat. It is a steamer chair so the back position is fixed.
1605409
No, it only comes with the back brace shown in the pictures. You will need to order adhesive pads separately.
1986280
does not have cross brace in the middle. frankly there does need seem to be a need for it. there are legs in the middle that can be seen in the product image, but from extensive use so far the middle has not sagged.
1899018
You put the main part if the brace on and adjust with Velcro. Then there is another set of elastic bands that you pull over this for more support and it also attaches with Velcro. It provides great support that you can adjust to your comfort.
1245194
No. I was not impressed with the "brace"- it really did not add that much stability- much better products available
1567218
With it pushed up against the wall the distance is less than 8 inches. There may be a curve in your back if you can't support yourself with your core.
58317
It goes about midway up your back. I would consider it a high back chair, but you won't be resting your head on it. The hinges are very weak. Sitting back with normal pressure pushes the back into an almost reclining position. No support at all when cruising at high speed.
472001
Yes to both questions. The back brace is also removable. It can be removed for use with standard size toilets or left on for use with elongated toilets.