Here is one of the comments I got a few week ago. I may have found out the reason why its so hard to get the headrest on, the cutting of the plastic part inside the headrest is not a clean cut it does not lay flush against the back of the chair so the bolt openings do not line up. Easy fix, i used a small hammer to flatten the little piece of plastic they didnt cut off so it now lays flush against the back of the chair and the bolt openings line up like normal go in flush instead of at an awkward 45 degree angle lol , its at that weird angle because the headrest isnt inside all the way. I thought i was going crazy!
@@DIYJIM Thank you for getting back to me! I fixed it! So I didn't use a hammer but rather, 'I pushed the headrest in and then held it tight and tried to bend it at an angle. This helped me to put in 1 screw very tightly. And the other one went in fine after they' the solution is to hold the headrest tight and at a slight upwards angle.
At first I gave up and used duct tape after an hour of fighting with it. But then I saw another comment down below about leaning the whole chair up against something (in my case, I used my bed) and using a flashlight to get a good look at lining things up. I was finally able to maneuver the headrest to sit in such a way that the holes lined up and *finally* got the screws in. I really think if it's that hard they should have moved the "attach headrest" step so that you do that *before* you try attaching the back to the base. That makes it easier to manipulate the back and get things lined up.
I just bought this exact chair from my local Staples this morning, and was very intimidated by the thought of having to put it together myself. I'm 63, arthritic, with horrendous back pain. But after watching this video, I think I can do it, if I take my time, and watch you do this step by step. Other than having you come over to my place and actually do it FOR me, I think I can handle it! :) Thanks!!
@@hudonedem8517 Actually, I'm quite happy with the chair. It's sturdy and comfortable. My only regret was that I didn't check to see if the armrests were adjustable, which they aren't. Other than that, I'm quite satisfied with the chair.
Out of desperation I went looking on UTube for some help. I am 65 years old and the only way I got this assembled was by this and have never done anything like this before. You're a life saver, thank you SO much. You deserve homemade cookies.
Thank you so much! I'm a visual person and your step by step instructions allowed me to assemble in half the time if I just had the written directions to go by.
Excellent Video! I am a 59 year old female and you made it easy to follow and I was able to go step by step by watching you. I love the chair and was able to do this myself. I appreciate you doing the video. Thank You!
Thank you. When I unpacked the chair parts I figured I would be working on this chair all evening. Thanks to your video I was able to follow right along and got it done in a reasonable amount of time.
I had trouble with the headrest, so I came here to finish the Dexley chair. I saw how much force you were applying with your hand, and just copied it to finally line up the holes. I was about to give up on the headrest, so thanks for the video.
Great video. I found the head rest the hardest to put together. I would say do the head rest first. It's not as easy even though it is much smaller than the other pieces. The lager pieces are much easier to put together. Great video! it's much better than the paper instructions
i may have found out the reason why its so hard to get the headrest on, the cutting of the plastic part inside the headrest is not a clean cut it does not lay flush against the back of the chair so the bolt openings do not line up. Easy fix, i used a small hammer to flatten the little piece of plastic they didnt cut off so it now lays flush against the back of the chair and the bolt openings line up like normal go in flush instead of at an awkward 45 degree angle lol , its at that weird angle because the headrest isnt inside all the way. I thought i was going crazy!
Thank you so much for this video! I put together this chair today, and it was my first time putting together an office chair, so I did not completely understand the instructions that came in the box, but I was able to put it together while watching your video!
For anyone having issues with the headrest. Lean the chair against something slide the headrest in the slot the pull back in the headrest to line up the holes. I finally used a flashlight to see how for I had to pull the headrest back to line up the holes
Thanks for the video. Your instructions were very clear unlike the picture instructions received with the chair. The headrest took me as long as the rest of the chair to put together, but I got it done eventually.
I was given this exact chair already assembled, but it is missing the part that of the base lift that keep the chair lifted. How do I remove the base to add the part to the base lift to keep it from lowering? Thank you for naming the parts.
Thank you for making this video. I bought the exact the same chair, and I had trouble at step haha. But I made it! It was great that you showed how to adjust the chair, too.
A couple of weeks ago I had to assemble three of these for a home office setup.Personally I prefer the 1960's chairs I use that weigh a ton. Those are actually easier to assemble and dissassemble for storage.
I need to adjust my headpiece…. I need it higher as it’s at an akward place right now. Do I need to move the entire back up? Or somehow lock that headpiece more forward?
Great instructions. It worked well. I would put the headrest on the back of the chair before you connect the seat to the backrest. It's much easier to do. Geat job.
My chair seems to have a bit of a wobble (although not so much when reclined), from side to side, and front to back. I've attempted to tighten the screws at the bottom with a little luck, but they just end up coming loose. Any ideas?
@@ShaJuanMWhite i found the reason why its so hard to get the headrest on, the cutting of the plastic part in the center is not clean it is not flush against the chair so the bolt openings do not line up, easy fix, i used a small hammer to flatten the plastic part that is sticking out so it lays flush against the chair now and the bolts now go in flush instead of at an awkward 45 degree angle lol , I thought i was going crazy!
This was really helpful. Fom knowing to push in the wheels til they clicked, using the box to assemble the back on the seat, and that darn headrest...the screws go where? Thank you! Love your shirt. God bless!
YOU JUST SAVED ME FROM READING THAT DAMN INSTRUCTION BOOK BUDDY, LOL THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THIS VIDEO GUIDE, IT DEFINITELY HELPED ME 100% EASY TO PUT MY CHAIR TOGETHER, IM DEFINITELY SUBCRIBING TO YOUR GREAT CHANNEL MY FRIEND, KEEP EM COMING ❤❤💛💛💛💚💙💙💙💙
that is how tall I am 5'6", I would go to a staples and sit on some if I were you. it is ok for comfort i put a small blanket in the seat to make it softer. Hope this helps
Last night, out of the blue, as I sat at my desk, a large nut unscrewed itself from the chair and fell with a large thunk onto the floor. I have no idea where this nut came from, and now I'm afraid to sit in the chair, in case I fall flat in the middle of one of my zoom classes. What happened? I'm an arthritic senior and a mechanical dweeb, and just trying to turn over the chair to see where the nut fell from is pretty difficult.
Has anyone experienced an issue with the chair when leaning back? There is a lock that is supposed to prevent it from leaning all the way back. But sometimes when I am leaning back, that lock snaps and jolts me with a scare. I would appreciate if anyone can contribute on how to maybe fix this?
@@DIYJIM I put it together correctly even took it apart 3 times and the back still leans back. I tightened it counter clockwise for a good minute straight so it doesn't move no more and it still leans back. I cant even have good posture.
@@DIYJIM All the other videos I seen their chairs do the same and say its normal. None of them lock into place. When you lock it into place it still goes back like 2-3 inches
i may have found out the reason why its so hard to get the headrest on, the cutting of the plastic part inside the headrest is not a clean cut it does not lay flush against the back of the chair so the bolt openings do not line up. Easy fix, i used a small hammer to flatten the little piece of plastic they didnt cut off so it now lays flush against the back of the chair and the bolt openings line up like normal go in flush instead of at an awkward 45 degree angle lol , its at that weird angle because the headrest isnt inside all the way. I thought i was going crazy!
I wish the tilt lock let it move fwd & keep it from moving back past the tilt lock setting…. Instead it keeps the tilt lock in a tilted positing lol that is horrible, that is not how tilt lock is supposed to function… now I’m stuck with it,
@@DIYJIM l just put mine together, I wish the seat mesh was firmer and mine doesn't seem to lean back as far as yours appears to, but for something under $200 I won't complain too much.
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Anyone found a fix to put the headrest? I figured out the rest. The headrest is impossible to put in
Here is one of the comments I got a few week ago.
I may have found out the reason why its so hard to get the headrest on, the cutting of the plastic part inside the headrest is not a clean cut it does not lay flush against the back of the chair so the bolt openings do not line up. Easy fix, i used a small hammer to flatten the little piece of plastic they didnt cut off so it now lays flush against the back of the chair and the bolt openings line up like normal go in flush instead of at an awkward 45 degree angle lol , its at that weird angle because the headrest isnt inside all the way. I thought i was going crazy!
@@DIYJIM Thank you for getting back to me! I fixed it!
So I didn't use a hammer but rather, 'I pushed the headrest in and then held it tight and tried to bend it at an angle. This helped me to put in 1 screw very tightly. And the other one went in fine after they' the solution is to hold the headrest tight and at a slight upwards angle.
THANK YOU!! That headrest has been a pain! Thanks for the tip!!
At first I gave up and used duct tape after an hour of fighting with it. But then I saw another comment down below about leaning the whole chair up against something (in my case, I used my bed) and using a flashlight to get a good look at lining things up. I was finally able to maneuver the headrest to sit in such a way that the holes lined up and *finally* got the screws in. I really think if it's that hard they should have moved the "attach headrest" step so that you do that *before* you try attaching the back to the base. That makes it easier to manipulate the back and get things lined up.
It wasn’t too bad but definitely the most tedious part of the process
I just bought this exact chair from my local Staples this morning, and was very intimidated by the thought of having to put it together myself. I'm 63, arthritic, with horrendous back pain. But after watching this video, I think I can do it, if I take my time, and watch you do this step by step. Other than having you come over to my place and actually do it FOR me, I think I can handle it! :) Thanks!!
Very glad I could help thanks for the nice comment.
Any update if the chair was a good fit for you?
@@hudonedem8517 Actually, I'm quite happy with the chair. It's sturdy and comfortable. My only regret was that I didn't check to see if the armrests were adjustable, which they aren't. Other than that, I'm quite satisfied with the chair.
Out of desperation I went looking on UTube for some help. I am 65 years old and the only way I got this assembled was by this and have never done anything like this before. You're a life saver, thank you SO much. You deserve homemade cookies.
Awesome glad I could help, chocolate chip
Thank you so much! I'm a visual person and your step by step instructions allowed me to assemble in half the time if I just had the written directions to go by.
Glad it helped!
I bought mine a month ago. I had to chuckle @ 2:55 because my set of wheels weren't quite as willing to snap in. Great chair and good assembly video.
thanks, maybe it will help someone but it was easy to put together
I had the same issue. The wheels were so difficult to snap into place. I thought I would need a hammer to complete the task.
How did you get the wheels in? Mine will NOT go in
@@KevinWyckoffMusicTry wiggling it in circles as you push it in! Worked for me
Excellent Video! I am a 59 year old female and you made it easy to follow and I was able to go step by step by watching you. I love the chair and was able to do this myself. I appreciate you doing the video. Thank You!
Glad I could help thanks for watching
Thank you. When I unpacked the chair parts I figured I would be working on this chair all evening. Thanks to your video I was able to follow right along and got it done in a reasonable amount of time.
Glad I could help!
This is the clearest instruction video ever ! Thank you for making this less hellish :)
No problem thanks for watching
You are the BEST! I followed step by step without any missteps! Thank you SO much!
Glad I could help
I had trouble with the headrest, so I came here to finish the Dexley chair. I saw how much force you were applying with your hand, and just copied it to finally line up the holes.
I was about to give up on the headrest, so thanks for the video.
Glad I could help thanks for watching
Great video. I found the head rest the hardest to put together. I would say do the head rest first. It's not as easy even though it is much smaller than the other pieces. The lager pieces are much easier to put together. Great video! it's much better than the paper instructions
Glad I could help thanks for the tip it might help someone else out.
The headrest was a pain
Struggling with the headrest now lol came to YT for help lol
i may have found out the reason why its so hard to get the headrest on, the cutting of the plastic part inside the headrest is not a clean cut it does not lay flush against the back of the chair so the bolt openings do not line up. Easy fix, i used a small hammer to flatten the little piece of plastic they didnt cut off so it now lays flush against the back of the chair and the bolt openings line up like normal go in flush instead of at an awkward 45 degree angle lol , its at that weird angle because the headrest isnt inside all the way. I thought i was going crazy!
@@GlockTonyy the headrest is the worst :/
Better than paper instructions for sure. I put two chairs together watching you!!! Thanks.
That is awesome! Glad I could help
Thank you so much for this video! I put together this chair today, and it was my first time putting together an office chair, so I did not completely understand the instructions that came in the box, but I was able to put it together while watching your video!
Glad I could help
For anyone having issues with the headrest. Lean the chair against something slide the headrest in the slot the pull back in the headrest to line up the holes. I finally used a flashlight to see how for I had to pull the headrest back to line up the holes
Thanks for the tip, hope this helps someone out.
Yes my son can’t get the headrest to go on
THANK YOU!! This is what finally worked for me.
I struggle with following written assembly directions, so thank you VERY much for taking the time to provide this video. So helpful!
Glad I could help thanks for watching
Tapping in to express my gratitude! You really did help me build this chair from start to finish!
Glad I could help!
I just purchased the new version of this chair, and your video was still very helpful. Thank you!
Awesome glad I could help thanks for watching.
$60 saved --- Staples wanted that to put it together. I did it, thanks to your video.
Glad I could help!
Thanks for the video. Your instructions were very clear unlike the picture instructions received with the chair. The headrest took me as long as the rest of the chair to put together, but I got it done eventually.
You're welcome!
Very helpful! Thank you, sir. The printed instructions were not clear. Your video helped me put it all together. ✨️🌟🏆💯🎬🎥
glad I could help
So easy to understand and follow. Good job.
Glad it was helpful!
Thanks, I got most of the assembly but your video cleared up the problem. Thanks.
You're welcome!
Followed this when putting together a BJ's mesh office chair, very similar in design. Very helpful step by step instructions.
Glad it helped! Thanks for watching and leaving me a comment
This video was so helpful. Thank you for going over the adjustments too!
Glad I could help thanks for watching
I was given this exact chair already assembled, but it is missing the part that of the base lift that keep the chair lifted. How do I remove the base to add the part to the base lift to keep it from lowering? Thank you for naming the parts.
Glad it was helpful
Very helpful monsieur. I was able to build my chair myself as my husband is too busy and not available.Merci.
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you for making this video. I bought the exact the same chair, and I had trouble at step haha. But I made it! It was great that you showed how to adjust the chair, too.
Glad I could help
Thank you so much! You kept it precise and very easy to understand!!
Welcome thanks for leaving a comment
Great video and thanks for the comment about adjusting the headrest! Went together very easily following your directions.
Glad I could help, thanks for watching
A couple of weeks ago I had to assemble three of these for a home office setup.Personally I prefer the 1960's chairs I use that weigh a ton. Those are actually easier to assemble and dissassemble for storage.
I’m sure the old chairs were built better
Thank you for the video. I was so worried I couldn't get the headrest on, but it was a breeze. Great chair!
Glad it helped!
Thanks man! This video gave me the confidence to build it myself! Easy to follow directions!
Glad I could help
Assembled my chair! Thanks so much man!
Welcome thanks for watching
Thank you! very Brief and Helpful! Thank you!
Glad it helped!
I need to adjust my headpiece…. I need it higher as it’s at an akward place right now. Do I need to move the entire back up? Or somehow lock that headpiece more forward?
I don’t remember the headpiece being adjustable so I guess the whole back piece. Thanks for watching
should be able to pull it straight up and will feel it clicking into the various positions.
Great video. Really helped me put the chair together. thanks
Glad I could help thanks for watching
Thanks for the great video. It was definitely easier to follow than the instructions.
Welcome
Great instructions. It worked well. I would put the headrest on the back of the chair before you connect the seat to the backrest. It's much easier to do. Geat job.
Thanks
Appreciate the help. You made this a easy assembly experience
Glad I could help
Super helpful video. I just got the chair and finished setting it up. Thanks
Glad I could help
Thank you for helping putting mine together 😊
No problem 😊
THanks for easy instructions.
Welcome thanks for watching
Thank you. i just got mine today and your Vedio was very helpful
Glad I could help
Thank you, I got it together! Appreciate you so much.
Welcome
Thank you, DIY Jim!
You are very welcome
Thank you for your demonstration. It's hepful.
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you buddy, very helpful and helped me put it right together!
Glad I could help
Very helpful video. Thanks for posting this.
Your welcome
My chair seems to have a bit of a wobble (although not so much when reclined), from side to side, and front to back. I've attempted to tighten the screws at the bottom with a little luck, but they just end up coming loose. Any ideas?
sorry I would have to see it hope you get it figured out.
Just put it together thanks to your video!
Glad I could help
@@DIYJIM the headrest is uncomfortable - it pushes my neck when I'm just sitting. Any tips?
Thank you..that was very helpful. This made assembly a breeze!
Glad it helped!
I've tried and tried...I can not get the headrest on and it's the most important thing I need. Uggg I'll keep trying. Thank you for the instructions
Hope you get it or find someone to help. Thanks for watching
Same!! And exactly why i am here! It’s frustrating
@@ShaJuanMWhite i found the reason why its so hard to get the headrest on, the cutting of the plastic part in the center is not clean it is not flush against the chair so the bolt openings do not line up, easy fix, i used a small hammer to flatten the plastic part that is sticking out so it lays flush against the chair now and the bolts now go in flush instead of at an awkward 45 degree angle lol , I thought i was going crazy!
This was really helpful. Fom knowing to push in the wheels til they clicked, using the box to assemble the back on the seat, and that darn headrest...the screws go where? Thank you! Love your shirt. God bless!
glad I cold help thanks for watching
I also can not get the headrest assembled 😞
YOU JUST SAVED ME FROM READING THAT DAMN INSTRUCTION BOOK BUDDY, LOL
THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THIS VIDEO GUIDE, IT DEFINITELY HELPED ME 100% EASY TO PUT MY CHAIR TOGETHER,
IM DEFINITELY SUBCRIBING TO YOUR GREAT CHANNEL MY FRIEND,
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Welcome thanks for watching
You are very helpful, thank you so much!!!!
You are so welcome!
this was so helpful!!! thank you:)
You're so welcome!
Thank you. This was very helpful.
Your welcome
Thanks, Jim, done ✔️
Your welcome Anna
Thank you! The headrest was tough!
Your welcome glad I could help
Great instructions, thanks!
Your welcome
how tall are you? im 5'6 and wondering if it would still be comfortable
that is how tall I am 5'6", I would go to a staples and sit on some if I were you. it is ok for comfort i put a small blanket in the seat to make it softer. Hope this helps
Hi, my Dexley seat mesh is separating on one side and starting to sink . Do you have a video on how to replace or fix seat mesh ? Thanks.
Sorry I do not
@@DIYJIM No problem , thanks ,enjoy your weekend .
hey, my seat mesh has ripped after using it for 1 year, do you know where I can buy a replacement? I’ve tried finding one but can’t seem to find any.
Sorry no I do not
Thank you was a lifesaver!
You're welcome!
Last night, out of the blue, as I sat at my desk, a large nut unscrewed itself from the chair and fell with a large thunk onto the floor. I have no idea where this nut came from, and now I'm afraid to sit in the chair, in case I fall flat in the middle of one of my zoom classes. What happened? I'm an arthritic senior and a mechanical dweeb, and just trying to turn over the chair to see where the nut fell from is pretty difficult.
Hope my video helped you
Good job
Thanks
Thanks for the tutorial
No problem!
Does anyone know if you can remove the lumbar support on these chairs?
It looks like I could remove it, not real easy but I'm sure I could get it off.
Have you ever done any repairs on this chair? I believe my seat plate is broken. Any suggestions?
No I have not sorry I don't think I can help. Hope you get it figured out
Thank you sooo much!
You're welcome!
Thank you so much for this
Welcome thanks for watching
id like to get a mesh chair but not sure how comfortable it would be sitting on it
I would go to a place that sells office furniture and try one out. Thanks for watching
THANK YOU!!!
Your welcome
Nicely done.
Thanks
First! Love the video dad
Thanks bud love ya
Thanks !
Your welcome
Anyone know how to fix the lock? My chair keeps leaning back
Sorry not sure
Thank you so much bro!
Welcome
Thank you
You're welcome
Very helpful 👍🏻
Glad I could help
Thanks Pops
Welcome
Funnie
How do you unhook the seat from the base?
Sorry I just put it together not sure
Answer is - use a big rubber mallet to pop it out.
thanks man!
No problem! thanks for watching
Nice vid!
Thank you for watching
Anyone have the height adjustment lever not work after assembly? They just flap around.
I have to be off my chair for it to raise. Hope you get it figured out or can take it back. Thank you for watching my video.
Has anyone experienced an issue with the chair when leaning back? There is a lock that is supposed to prevent it from leaning all the way back. But sometimes when I am leaning back, that lock snaps and jolts me with a scare. I would appreciate if anyone can contribute on how to maybe fix this?
my handle is stuck and it wont go in our out
Hope you get it figured out, sorry I can’t help
does anyone's chair lean back even though you locked it to not lean back?
Not my chair it works correctly thanks for watching
@@DIYJIM I put it together correctly even took it apart 3 times and the back still leans back. I tightened it counter clockwise for a good minute straight so it doesn't move no more and it still leans back. I cant even have good posture.
@@ItzsDev I would take it back
@@DIYJIM All the other videos I seen their chairs do the same and say its normal. None of them lock into place. When you lock it into place it still goes back like 2-3 inches
Has anyone taken the lumbar support off completely?
I haven’t, thanks for watching
Thank you! I thought they gave me the wrong screws for the headrest I had such a hard time getting them in 😭
Hope my video helped you, thanks for watching
you got a nice wrist watch, wondering what brand is that?
Nothing fancy Timex
i may have found out the reason why its so hard to get the headrest on, the cutting of the plastic part inside the headrest is not a clean cut it does not lay flush against the back of the chair so the bolt openings do not line up. Easy fix, i used a small hammer to flatten the little piece of plastic they didnt cut off so it now lays flush against the back of the chair and the bolt openings line up like normal go in flush instead of at an awkward 45 degree angle lol , its at that weird angle because the headrest isnt inside all the way. I thought i was going crazy!
Thanks for the tip maybe this will help someone else.
THANK YOU!!!!. I spent an afternoon trying to seat the headrest. after cleaning up the bottom, it mounted right on.
I wish the tilt lock let it move fwd & keep it from moving back past the tilt lock setting…. Instead it keeps the tilt lock in a tilted positing lol that is horrible, that is not how tilt lock is supposed to function… now I’m stuck with it,
Thanks for watching, I think I am going to start to look for a new chair. I can not sit in it for longer than an Hour.
@@DIYJIM what do you not like about it anymore?
@@dc2guy2 I still have it I guess I got used to it.
@@DIYJIM l just put mine together, I wish the seat mesh was firmer and mine doesn't seem to lean back as far as yours appears to, but for something under $200 I won't complain too much.
I cant for the life of me get the headrest on. I think i have a faulty piece or screw
Sorry it was a little hard on mine also. Hope you get it figured out.
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Your video cuts off the control lever that adjusts the chair! Would have been helpful to see it.
Sorry, tried to make a good video. Hope it helped you some. Thanks for watching
Headers still a problem
Hope you get it figured out. Thanks for watching
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Thank you!
Your welcome
Anyone know what size Ellen wrench is required?
sorry I do not remember what size it was.