Shopping online is convenient, but some things you need to see — and sit in — before you buy. That's why we have an ergonomic showroom in Palo Alto, CA. When you make an appointment to visit, you get benefits you simply can't get online: hands-on time with chairs, desks, and accessories, plus a specialist who fits them to your body.
In a nutshell: our Palo Alto showroom is open by appointment. During your visit you can try electric and sit-stand desks, get fitted for an office chair, test unfamiliar accessories, and plan a workstation designed around you — with our price match guarantee, so you don't give up the best price by buying in person. Businesses can also arrange corporate pricing and a custom order form for their teams.
Key takeaways
- Visits are by appointment, so a specialist can give you dedicated time for chair fittings and workstation design.
- You can try electric and sit-stand desks, chairs, and accessories before committing.
- Our price match guarantee applies, so buying in person doesn’t cost you more.
- Businesses get corporate pricing, a custom pre-approved order form, and access to training and installation.
- The best time to visit is after an ergonomic evaluation and before on-site installation.
Many visitors come in after an evaluation, once they know which problems they're solving. If you're curious about what happens in an ergonomic evaluation and how it connects to a showroom visit, our guide walks through the whole process. Here's what to expect when you come see us.
Why Visit Our Ergonomic Showroom in Palo Alto?
Visiting our Palo Alto ergonomic showroom lets you try products in person, get professionally fitted, and still pay the best available price. Everyone's ergonomic needs are different, and it can be hard to tell from a product page what will actually work for you.
1. Price match guarantee
Worried you'll find a better price online? Don't be. Our price match guarantee means you can see the items you need in real life before buying without compromising on price.
2. Try electric and sit-stand desks
When you buy online, you can't try anything first. A showroom appointment lets you test electric and sit-stand desks — raising and lowering them, checking stability, and seeing how they fit your height. Changing the way you work is a big decision, so be sure before you buy. Our adjustable tables are a good place to preview the options before you come in.
3. Workstation design and office chair fittings
At the showroom we can design a workstation just for you. Start by telling us your needs and the obstacles you face every day. Then we'll fit you for an office chair, adjusting it while you sit in it, and recommend solutions tailored to you. It's the most reliable way to find a chair in the Bay Area that truly fits your body.
4. Test unfamiliar accessories
You may have thought about non-traditional equipment such as sit-stand stations, perch stools, or alternative seating. These can improve your ergonomic health, but it's important to know what works for you. In person, you can try accessories you've never used and decide with confidence.
How Does Corporate Purchasing Work at the Showroom?
For businesses, a showroom visit is where you try products, approve the ones you want for your office, and set up an easy way for employees to order them. We're happy to facilitate the process from beginning to end.
1. Corporate pricing
If you're buying for an entire office, we offer discounts based on quantity, product selection, or a commitment to purchase over time.
2. Custom corporate order form
Once you've approved the furniture and accessories you'd like to see in your office, we create an order form with those pre-approved products. Your employees get what they need, everyone can meet their ergonomic needs, and the office keeps a cohesive look that follows your corporate standards.
3. Ergonomic services for your whole office
Coordinating a showroom visit with our other services is a great way to streamline ergonomic health across your workplace. They all tie together:
- Workstation evaluations, on-site or remote, to identify and resolve ergonomic issues.
- Workshop training that teaches everyone, from end users to management, how to build ergonomic strategies into their daily routine.
- Office space planning for a proactive approach to preventing workplace injuries.
- On-site installation so furniture and accessories are installed and adjusted using sound ergonomic principles.
Employers can learn more on our corporate ergonomics page.
When Should You Visit the Showroom?
The best time to visit is after an ergonomic evaluation or workshop training, and before on-site installation. That way you arrive knowing what to solve and leave with equipment that's installed correctly.
| Step | What happens | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Evaluation or workshop | We identify the source of your discomfort and teach personalized solutions | You know what problems you’re solving before you shop |
| 2. Showroom visit | You try recommended products, get a chair fitting, and approve items | You choose equipment that fits your body and your office |
| 3. On-site installation | Our team installs and adjusts what you purchased | Everything is set up correctly and safely from day one |
After an ergonomic evaluation and workshop training
Sore backs and muscle fatigue are common among computer workers. If your work environment causes aches but you don't know what to change, start by scheduling an ergonomic evaluation or workshop training. During these services we uncover the source of the problem and teach you personalized solutions. Not sure you need one? Read about the benefits of a workstation assessment, or check these signs your workstation needs help.
Before on-site installation
Once you've pinpointed the cause of your discomfort and learned ergonomic solutions, it's time to visit the showroom. If you decide to purchase, we can handle on-site installation and make sure everything you ordered is installed correctly and safely.
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Schedule Your Showroom Appointment
Schedule your appointment to visit the Ask Ergo Works showroom in Palo Alto, CA by calling (866) 275-3746 or contacting us online. Outside the Bay Area? We also offer remote assessments, so you can get the same personalized recommendations from home. We'd love to see you!
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need an appointment to visit the showroom?
Yes. Visits are by appointment so a specialist can give you dedicated time for chair fittings and workstation design. Call (866) 275-3746 or contact us online to schedule.
Can I try office chairs before buying?
Yes. Chair fittings are one of the main reasons people visit. We adjust the chairs we're considering for you while you sit in them, so you know how they fit before you commit.
Are showroom prices higher than online?
No. Our price match guarantee means you can see products in person without giving up the best price. Businesses buying for a whole office can also ask about corporate pricing.
What if I can't get to Palo Alto?
We offer remote ergonomic assessments for people outside the Bay Area. You'll get specific recommendations for your workstation, and we can help you choose products without an in-person visit.
About the Author
Angela Maldonado writes for Ask Ergo Works, where our ergonomic specialists have been fitting chairs and workstations from our Palo Alto showroom for more than 30 years.
