How to Extend the Lifespan of Your APOL Chair with Proper Care
(Because Your Throne Deserves Better Than Crumbs and Coffee Stains)

So you finally got your hands (and butt) on an APOL chair. Congrats! Whether you're sitting in the sleek Sphinx, the cuddly Kraken, or the roomy Behemoth, you're now living that premium ergonomic lifestyle. But here’s the thing — even the mightiest throne needs a little TLC.

Your APOL chair isn’t just furniture. It’s a spine-saving, productivity-boosting, gloriously reclinable miracle of memory foam and magic. And like any solid investment (think houseplants, sneakers, or your houseplant-wearing sneakers), it lives longer when you take care of it.

So, here’s how to extend the lifespan of your APOL chair — with proper care, a few laughs, and no judgment if you’ve already spilled bubble tea on it.

1. 🧼 Clean It Like You Mean It

Let’s start with the basics. Chairs get dirty. We sit, snack, sweat, stress-lean, and sometimes let our pets claim the chair as their nap kingdom.

For Fabric Models (like the Sphinx or Kraken):

  • Use a fabric cleaner kit made for ultra-fine materials (yes, APOL sells one, and no, your shampoo won’t work).

  • Vacuum regularly to remove crumbs, fur, and mysterious glitter.

  • Spot clean immediately — because “I’ll clean it later” is how chocolate becomes a permanent feature.

For PU Leather Models:

  • Wipe down weekly with a microfibre cloth and mild soapy water — or skip the guesswork and use our APOL Premium Leather Cleaner, specially made for PU and vegan leather surfaces.

  • Avoid alcohol, bleach, or those “all-in-one” miracle sprays (unless you like cracked leather and regret).

  • Every few months, give your chair the VIP treatment with our Premium Leather Cleaner Kit — it cleans, conditions, and keeps your chair looking showroom-fresh.

Your chair deserves better than baby wipes, okay?

2. 🛠️ Tighten Those Screws (Literally)

Over time, even the best chairs might loosen a bit. Especially if you:

  • Lean back like you’re about to launch into orbit

  • Treat it like a spin ride between meetings

  • Game like it’s the League Finals every night

Once a month, do a quick check:

  • Armrest screws? Tighten them.

  • Base bolts? Tighten them.

  • Tilt mechanism? You guessed it — tighten it.

Don’t wait until your chair squeaks louder than your conscience after a 6-hour binge.

 

3. 🚫 Avoid the Common Chair Crimes

We get it. Chairs are tempting. But some things are simply illegal in the land of ergonomics:

  • Standing on it to change a lightbulb. (You have legs. And ladders.)

  • Sitting on the armrests like it’s a throne on Game of Thrones.

  • Overloading the chair with backpacks, cats, and existential dread.

Every APOL chair is built to last, but even a Behemoth has limits.

 

4. 🌀 Spin Responsibly

We know spinning is fun. Therapeutic, even. But over-spinning can wear out the PU castor wheels and the base bearings.

Here’s how to keep it rollin’ smoothly:

  • Use your chair on a smooth, clean floor (or a chair mat).

  • Don’t spin with full force like you’re in a TikTok trend gone wrong.

  • Clean hair and dust from the wheelbase regularly — unless you want your chair to sound like it’s coughing up a furball.

Bonus tip: APOL’s Premium PU Castor Wheels are silent, waterproof, and smooth — so upgrade if yours are showing signs of retirement.

 

5. 🧘 Respect the Recline (And Return It Gently)

Your APOL chair comes with a glorious 165° full recline. Use it. Love it. But don’t abuse it.

Some tips:

  • Don’t fling yourself backward like you’re testing gravity.

  • Gently bring the chair back to upright after napping or thinking about your life decisions.

  • Don’t recline while someone is standing behind you. (Trust us. Just… don’t.)

The recline mechanism is robust, but being gentle adds years to its life — and prevents awkward “oops, I broke it” emails.

 

6. 🧴 Use the Right Products

Let’s make one thing clear: Multi-purpose cleaners are not your chair’s friend.

Stick to:

  • Fabric cleaner kits for ultra-fine materials

  • Leather cleaner kits for PU models

  • A mild soap solution for general wiping (and never on electronics, folks)

And hey — no Febreze unless you like the smell of regret mixed with chemicals. Instead, try APOL's scent-safe cleaner kits that protect the material while freshening things up.

 

7. 🚚 Move It Like It’s Fragile (Because It Kind Of Is)

Need to relocate your chair? Don’t drag it by the arm like it owes you money.

Here’s how to move it properly:

  • Lift from the base, not the backrest.

  • Detach parts (like the headrest or lumbar) before stuffing it into your car.

  • Wrap it if you’re moving houses — your chair deserves first-class treatment, not box-crushing trauma.

 

8. 🧘 Bonus Round: Sit Like a Human

A surprising way to extend your chair’s lifespan? Use it properly.

We know, revolutionary.

  • Sit back fully — your lumbar support was engineered for this.

  • Adjust the seat height and tilt so you're not slouching like a melted popsicle.

  • Use your armrests (they're not just decorative!)

The better you treat your body, the better the chair will treat you. It's a partnership, really. Like Batman and the Batmobile — but with less crime fighting and more email replying.


🪑 Final Thoughts: Show Your Chair Some Love

Your APOL chair is more than just a seat — it’s your comfort zone, your productivity booster, and your post-lunch nap station. With just a little care and attention, you can add years to its life, keep it looking fresh, and make sure it keeps supporting you like a real one.

So vacuum it. Wipe it. Spin gently. Tighten those screws like a responsible adult. And when in doubt, treat your chair like it’s expensive — because it is (and worth every cent).

Because let’s face it: a well-cared-for APOL chair is a happy APOL chair.
And a happy chair = a happy back = a happier you.