Steelcase Amia — Front-side

Steelcase · 2008–Present

Amia

Steelcase bestseller—LiveLumbar, 400 lb, huge refurb footprint (Amia / Amia Air).

Bottom line

Yes if you want Steelcase’s versatile bestseller—LiveLumbar, 400 lb, and a huge refurb footprint—usually less expensive than Leap. Adjustable seat depth, 4D arms, forward tilt, Amia (foam) or Amia Air (mesh back). No factory headrest.

181 kg capacity152–193 cmFabric + Foam4D Articulating

Where to buy

Typical prices — new ~$980, refurbished ~$420, used ~$250.

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Fit

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Units

Configurations

Available in Amia and Amia Air.

Spec sheet

Typical configuration
Amia work chair, adjustable seat depth, 4D arms
Era produced
2008–Present
Discontinued
No
Approx. MSRP (new)
$980
Typical refurbished price
$420
Typical used price
$250
Height range
152–193 cm
Weight capacity
181 kg
Seat width
49 cm
Seat depth
39–47 cm
Backrest height
56 cm
Seat material
Fabric + Foam
Armrest type
4D Articulating
Arm adjustability
4D arms common on work-chair specs
Forward tilt
Yes
Lumbar
Height-Adjustable Pad
Headrest
None
Cylinder
Top-activated pneumatic (~16"–21" seat height typical)
Caster stem
11mm × 22mm standard
Frame
Polymer shell + steel mechanism
Tilt / lock
Manual recline adjustments with labeled controls

Revision matrix & serial tag guide

Serial tag location: Label under seat; LiveLumbar and adaptive seat bolstering identify Amia (Air = mesh back).

YearVersionChanges
2008AmiaLiveLumbar + adaptive bolstering; later Amia Air mesh-back variant.

Aftermarket & replacement parts

Compatible cylinder type: Top-activated pneumatic (~16"–21" seat height typical). Caster stem: 11mm × 22mm standard. Headrest availability: None.

Spec notes

  • Practical default; overall work-chair height 37.25"–42.5".

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