Frame-free flexibility
The Fern back flexes laterally and through recline without a hard perimeter pressing into the shoulders.
Haworth
Fern Chair
A 350-pound-rated, USA-assembled chair with edgeless Wave Suspension, three-inch seat-depth adjustment, optional 4D arms and 12-year warranty.
- Score
- 8.3/10
- Est. life
- 15 yrs
- Cover
- 12 yrs
Last-known catalog price
$1180.00
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Product Overview
The Haworth Fern uses a stem-and-frond Wave Suspension back instead of a rigid outer frame. Three flexible layers cradle, support and stabilize through side-to-side and reclined movement, with optional height-adjustable lumbar support adding a more pronounced lower-back curve. The upholstered seat a...
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Specifications
- OverviewBrand
- Haworth
- OverviewProduct category
- ergonomic-office-chairs
- OverviewExpected lifespan
- 15 years · We Buy It For Life editorial estimate
- Warranty & ServiceWarranty
- 144 months
- Additional detailsArms
- Optional 4D adjustment; 6.7-11.5 in above seat
Why We Love It
The features that make this product stand out from the competition.
Wide fit adjustment
Five inches of seat-height range and three inches of depth cover a broad set of desk and leg proportions.
Made for workday duty
A 350-pound rating, US assembly and 12-year warranty support sustained office use.
Detailed Quality Score Breakdown
Core Performance
Primary Performance
9.1
Official dimensions confirm adjustable seat height/depth, optional 4D arms, lumbar and forward tilt.
Feature Richness
8.2
AI-assisted preliminary estimate pending editor review and durable-source evidence.
Build Quality
8.6
Haworth documents its layered Wave Suspension back, commercial certification, US assembly and 350-pound rating.
Reliability Score
8.5
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Longevity
Durability Rating
8.7
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Wear Resistance
8.0
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Component Replaceability
8.2
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Design Timelessness
8.5
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Serviceability
Repairability
7.9
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Spare Parts Availability
8.0
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Warranty Coverage
8.5
Haworth Store lists a 12-year warranty for Fern.
Service Network
8.1
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Value
Total Cost of Ownership
7.8
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Resale Value Retention
7.3
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User Satisfaction
8.7
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How does the Haworth Fern back support movement?
Fern uses Haworth's patented three-part Wave Suspension system—stem, fronds, and cradle—instead of a rigid outer frame. Haworth says the edgeless back flexes with movement and supports the back from the neck through the lumbar and pelvic regions.
What ergonomic adjustments are available on the Fern?
The chair provides pneumatic seat-height adjustment, tilt-tension control, a five-position back stop, and optional 5-degree forward tilt. Haworth also lists built-in or height-adjustable lumbar support and 4D arms among available configurations, so exact features depend on the options selected.
What are Fern's overall dimensions?
Haworth lists the Fern Office Chair at 41.5–47 inches high, 29 inches wide, and 28.5 inches deep in its standard product dimensions. The manufacturer presents these measurements in imperial units for the office-chair configuration.
Can Fern be configured with different materials and arms?
Yes. Haworth lists digital knit, mesh, coated fabric, leather, and woven material options, along with fixed, height-adjustable, 4D-arm, and armless configurations. The Haworth Store also exposes choices for material and color, arms, headrest, lumbar, base, and casters, so the final specification depends on the selected configuration.
What warranty and trial does the Fern listing show?
Haworth's store listing displays a 12-year warranty and a 30-Day Trial for Fern. These are product-page highlights rather than the complete terms, so buyers should review Haworth's current warranty and return policies before purchasing.
Does Fern have low-emissions or industry certifications?
The Haworth Store listing labels Fern GREENGUARD Gold certified and BIFMA certified. It describes GREENGUARD Gold as a low-chemical-emissions certification and says Fern was tested for over 10,000 VOCs; consult current product documentation for the certification scope and terms.
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