BS EN 1729-1:2015 PDF Download

A European standard known as BS EN 1729-1:2015 describes the functional measurements and markings for chairs, stools, and tables used in educational facilities. It covers both upholstered and non-upholstered chairs and stools and is applicable to both fixed and adjustable furniture. The standard also specifies non-swivel and swivel chairs, as well as furniture made for use with laptops or other portable electronics.

It should be emphasized that this guideline does not apply to special-purpose workstations, tiered seating, or furniture used by instructional staff. The standard comes with a number of normative and instructive annexes that offer more advice and details on particular furniture types and measurement techniques. These cover single-sloped chairs and tables, double-sloped high chairs and tables, standing-height tables, tall chairs and associated worksurfaces, stools and associated worksurfaces, measurement techniques, size marks for adjustable chairs and tables, calculating heights of double-sloped chairs and associated tables, and an explanation of functional dimensions.