Steelcase

Leap Chair

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Steelcase's highly adjustable 400-pound-rated task chair with LiveBack, Natural Glide recline, four-dimensional arms and 12-year multi-shift coverage.

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8.4/10
Est. life
15 yrs
Cover
12 yrs
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Product Overview

The Steelcase Leap is built around manual fit control. LiveBack changes shape with the spine, a separate lower-back firmness dial changes lumbar pressure, and the height-adjustable lumbar pad moves to the preferred level. The seat slides through a three-inch depth range and glides forward during rec...

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Specifications

OverviewBrand
Steelcase
OverviewProduct category
ergonomic-office-chairs
OverviewMPN
46216179
OverviewExpected lifespan
15 years · We Buy It For Life editorial estimate
Warranty & ServiceWarranty
144 months · Multi-shift 24/7 parts and labor

Why We Love It

The features that make this product stand out from the competition.

Fine-grained lower-back control

Separate lumbar height and firmness adjustments make support less one-size-fits-all.

Recline that preserves reach

Natural Glide moves the seat as the back reclines so screens and input devices stay closer.

Built for continuous use

The 400-pound rating and 12-year multi-shift parts-and-labor warranty are unusually explicit.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What adjustments can be made on the Steelcase Leap chair?

The Leap is designed for a manual, individualized fit. Its 4D arms adjust for height, width, depth and pivot; the lumbar support adjusts in height and lower-back firmness; the seat depth and recline resistance can also be set to suit the user.

How do LiveBack and Natural Glide work on the Leap?

LiveBack is designed to contour and adapt with the natural movement of the spine while supporting the back. The Natural Glide System lets the seat glide forward as the back reclines, helping the user stay connected to the work surface and maintain posture.

How much recline control does the Steelcase Leap provide?

The Leap has a full manual recline range with four recline-angle settings and an upright back lock. This lets the user choose a constrained working position or recline within the selected range rather than relying on a single fixed tilt setting.

What are the standard dimensions of the Leap upholstered chair?

For the Leap Upholstered Chair variation shown in Steelcase’s specifications, the listed dimensions are 27 inches wide, 21.75–24.75 inches deep and 38.5–43.5 inches high. Seat height is listed as 15.5–20.5 inches, and product weight is 47 pounds.

What warranty and repair support is available for the Steelcase Leap?

The Steelcase Store advertises the Leap with a 12-year warranty. Steelcase’s warranty page says its Limited Lifetime Warranty provides repair or replacement of covered parts at no charge when they fail under normal use; exact coverage depends on the applicable regional and product terms.

How should the Leap’s upholstered surfaces be cleaned?

Steelcase advises not using disinfectants on fabric unless the fabric is specifically approved for them. For deep cleaning, its guidance uses one part clear dish detergent to 16 parts water, a light spray, a 1–2 minute dwell time, removal of moisture with a wet/dry vacuum, and complete air drying.

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