Anthropometric characteristics and consumer preferences for wooden chairs designed for bariatric users
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2026
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Springer Nature Switzerland AG : Cham
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2069-8887
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Background/Purpose: The article examines the relationship between population body dimensions and the practical design of wooden furniture, with a particular focus on wooden chairs intended for bariatric individuals. Given the growing prevalence of obesity, there is an increasing need to reassess the ergonomic, dimensional, and strength requirements of seating furniture for this population group. The aim of the study is to analyse selected body dimensions of bariatric respondents in Slovakia and to identify their opinions and preferences regarding seating furniture designed for overweight users.
Methods: The research was based on a comprehensive analysis of selected body dimensions of 319 bariatric respondents in Slovakia. In addition, a structured questionnaire survey was conducted to assess 350 respondents’ preferences and their level of satisfaction with the existing portfolio of wooden seating furniture.
Results: The findings indicate that the current portfolio of wooden furniture does not sufficiently meet the needs of bariatric users. Respondents emphasized the need for improved chair dimensions and greater structural strength. The results also show consumer interest in furniture adapted to above-average body weight and dimensions.
Conclusions: The study confirms the necessity of redesigning wooden seating furniture to better accommodate bariatric individuals. Special attention should be paid to ergonomic parameters, load-bearing capacity, and appropriate dimensions in order to increase user comfort, safety, and satisfaction.
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In: Management & Marketing. Cham : Springer Nature Switzerland AG, 2026. ISSN 2069-8887. Vol. 21, no 1 (2026), pp. 1-17.
Kľúčové slová
respondents, ecological economy, ekologická ekonomika, ecological economics, ekologické produkty, ecological products, domáce produkty, nábytok, furniture
Výstup z projektu
APVV-20-0004 Vplyv rastu antropometrických parametrov slovenskej populácie na funkčné vlastnosti nábytku a podnikové procesy
APVV-22-0001 Optimalizácia hlavných zdravotných a bezpečnostných rizík pri využívaní lesnej biomasy na energetické účely
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