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Seat height is the fastest way to make outdoor seating feel easier — especially when standing up.
Most people focus on cushions, backrests, or style. But if a chair feels “too low”, you end up dropping into it — and standing becomes a push and a shuffle.
A slightly higher seat can change that feeling immediately.
Seat height affects your knee angle, your balance as you rise, and how much you need to “lean and push” to stand.
When the height is right, sitting feels natural — and getting up feels steadier, with less effort.
• You don’t “drop” into the seat
• Your feet sit naturally on the ground
• You can stand without momentum
• You feel stable through the armrests
A change that looks small on paper can feel big in real life.
For example, moving from 480mm to 500mm or 520mm can reduce how deeply you bend at the knees and hips — which often makes standing feel noticeably easier.
Think of it less as “higher” and more as “less effort”.
Many outdoor chairs are designed to look low and relaxed. That can feel nice for lounging — but it isn’t always friendly for everyday sitting and standing. Highty is designed differently. We start with fit — then we match you to a seat height that supports how you actually sit, rise, and move.
We group our seating into clear height bands so you can choose confidently. If you’re unsure, the Comfort Quiz will point you to the right starting band.
A supportive everyday height. Ideal for most people who want comfort without feeling low or soft.
Available at 480mm, 490mm or 500mm.
View Standard ChairsProvides noticeably easier standing with less knee bend and reduced forward effort.
Available at 510mm, 520mm or 530mm.
View High Seat ChairsDesigned for those who benefit from maximum standing support or longer legs.
Best discussed with us before ordering.
View Extra HighBetween sizes? Prefer a precise measurement? We can adjust within bands at no extra cost.
Small adjustments can make a big difference.
View Bespoke OptionsSeat height is the most important factor — but it’s not the only one.Arm position, seat depth, back angle and cushion firmness all influence how supported you feel.A well-designed chair considers all of these together.
Helps when pushing up to stand.
Affects thigh support and posture.
Changes how upright or relaxed you feel.
If you’re buying on someone’s behalf, you don’t need perfect measurements to begin.The Comfort Quiz gives you a sensible starting point. From there, we can help refine the choice if needed.
Start the Comfort QuizWhen seat height is right, everything feels easier.
You sit naturally. You stand steadily. You use the chair more often.That’s why we start with height.
