Annoyed That Your Office Chair Keeps Sinking? 3 Easy Fixes

[@mgsjr]

That PVC pipe trick was ACEEEEEE. I just need to spray paint it black and we're good to go. Shout out to you bro!

[@thaimuayshoo1171]

Rocking the socks but the thoroughness for the fix demonstrations are great 👍

[@JoeySchaefer64]

You're a god for essentially provided a super simple and sufficient version first, without crazy long intros or ads.

[@donnagambrell1412]

And I was just about to purchase a new office chair!! I thank you kindly; 🙏🏽

[@coopercav]

I like the PVC pipe method, as I have been unable to remove the cylinder, plus saved $49, cheers dude!

[@gerrycroffey2326]

Absolutely brilliant, the PVC pipe worked a treat, and we repaired 3 chairs, thank you.

[@daver6291]

PVC fix works like a charm! Thanks!

[@Khryptic]

Legend! I was lucky enough to one piece of random PVC pipe in my garage the exact length of the distance of the space that was sinking. Almost like it was destined for the chair. Works brilliantly. Many Thanks from the UK

[@theofficeoasis]

Nice! Love it when it works out perfectly like that!

[@tomb8524]

Thank you for sharing the video. Yesterday my wife advised her office chair was sinking. I googled up the problem and found your video that enabled me to do a quick fix using the PVC pipe method. The fix is entirely satisfactory. Thanks again. We live in Australia.

[@theofficeoasis]

Amazing! Thanks for the kind words!

[@Kakurison]

Utilized the Hose Clamp Method -- works like a charm! Thanks The Office Oasis!

[@theofficeoasis]

Awesome! Glad it worked!

[@kerridelorme6605]

I spent $20 on the chair from facebook marketplace so first two methods win! Thanks!

[@theofficeoasis]

Amazing!

[@thefatheroflies7921]

Your intro alone was so helpful. You absolute rock-star. You amazing wunderkin.

[@user-pq7jj3vs3e]

I just want to thank you for this public service

[@jakebullard8311]

Kudos to you for showing the cheap fixes as well as your own product. I just ordered it!

[@anitablanco7309]

Thanks for the ideas you shared! I fixed my office chair and it worked! It doesn't sink anymore!

[@crugil]

Duct tape, hose clamp...easy peasy..works beautifully.Not ugly at all as it's not visible to anyone..many thanks!😄

[@JenWheelerFL]

I just spend an hour going out and getting a hose clamp, coming back and "fixing this", sat in the chair and was excited it worked and then heard a pop and sank down. LOL Now I'm sad because the replacement cylinder is on backorder and won't arrive for about a month. So sad, but such a good idea!

[@crugil]

@@JenWheelerFL sorry Jen . But I sort of had same problem.. I bought a second hose clamp and placed it under the first..I moved the first one up as far as possible and the second underneath it . Fixed.. Now at times if I sit too hard it'll sink down a bit; maybe a 1/16"of an inch.. But it's been fine since.. You have to place the clamps close enough so there's hardly any space for the seat to sink.. Try it, if it works you can cancel the new cylinder..

[@TheSydguy30]

@@crugil Good idea using two!

[@davezambrano6115]

been suffering with this chair for months, bought the kit he recommended and fixed it like new!!! thanks!!!

[@ecsocet]

No more sinking in my chair every time I sit down, all thanks to this video and a 6 inch piece of PVC tubing left over from fixing the sink. Thank you!!!

[@zacklittle1185]

Loved your format on the video. Thanks for not making us sit through the whole video to get the info. Great Video!

[@NazwaBricksZajeta]

Hello to all my sinking brothers and sisters around the globe and thanks to @theofficeoasis! I needed a quick fix to my sinking chair for few online calls and I had to avoid the awkward sinking on camera asap - the first solution worked perfectly. I didn't have the metal hose clamp - so I used the plastic "cable ties" - i used 5 on the whole width of the duct tape. Works like a charm. No longer sinking, I can keep sailing on my old chair. Happily postponing my new chair purchase to next month(s) :)

[@EStellaMaris-s9n]

My chair has been annoyingly sinking and I was looking for an easy fix method. So glad I stumbled on this video. I will definitely try out the easy fixes. Thanks for this video.

[@theofficeoasis]

You are so welcome!

[@marcrgarcia]

Thank you, Sir, just fixed my office chair using your video!

[@coolreem]

You are by far one of the best instructional guide experts I have seen on KZbin. Thank you for making this so clear and simple.

[@tatsumasa6332]

bar none.

[@geoversegames]

I can't believe how easy these steps are & to even show alternative is also a treat! Excellent work on creating this awesome guide, Kevin! Well done! 👌😁

[@theofficeoasis]

Thanks a lot 😊

[@sallyalbright9329]

Great video. Even a non-handy senior like me was able to fix my chair using duct tape and hose clamp. I’ve ordered the kit for a more permanent solution- fingers crossed I can do it.

[@theofficeoasis]

Awesome! Glad it helped!

[@meridiem]

Clear, concise and exactly what I needed. Thank you!

[@somestupidwithaflaregun3788]

Your #2 PVC Pipe fix is the bomb! Thanks!!! I'd tried your #1 hose clamp before - that started slipping after a day. Your#3 confirmed my expectation that changing out a cylinder would be strenuous and require a lot of heavy hammer blows (but why bother going through all that effort to install a new cylinder that will also just likely fail within two years?) I'd studied other solutions like those clip-on plastic spacers available online, but just knew those couldn't hold, and a lot of commenters confirmed that. I imagined a solid PVC or other pipe would be the only way to reliably hold up the chair, but it didn't seem possible, so I was elated when you showed how easy it is to separate the wheel base by that little clip, then slide over a solid PVC pipe. So I measured carefully, and calculated the diameter using good old high school geometry, since I don't have one of those tools that would measure that. A 5 inch length of PVC pipe with a 1 1/2 inch interior diameter was a perfect fit. I wound black plastic electrical tape around the pipe and now it blends right in completely camouflaged. It was all so easy and quick! Sure, the chair is stuck at this height, but that's fine by me. It's my damn chair!

[@hardtymz2517]

No hammer blows needed. Buy a wood clamp that also switches to a spreader. Two spreaders opposite each other and poof! It blows right off. Just a few slight squeezes of your hand. You could probably use the exercise.

[@Its_Jordan]

Thanks for these fixes, the PVC one worked. Didn't have to measure it, it was already cut at the size my chair was, I got sick of buying new chairs I don't want to buy a whole new chair for $150 to $200. The chair I'm using sinks a fair bit, so I tried the PVC and testing it by lowering it, and it won't go down which is a good sign never thought a pipe would help and prevent chair sinks. All people said would work was Hose Clamp, but thanks for the help.

[@crugil]

I've just started noticing how my chair sinks..but I"m all for the easy fixes..and I don't see why the hose clamp/duct tape can't last a long time..I'll try that ..thanks, good stuff.

[@R08Tam]

I used the second (poor man's solution) with the plastic pipe. It works a treat. Thanks for posting

[@brentib]

OMG! This was Brilliant! I was about to buy a new chair. Simple, easy instructions. Thank You!

[@JohnnyLawBMC]

Excellent info and your video format is perfect. Thank you. Ordered a replacement

[@BuzzHubllc]

I used the PVC method. It worked like a charm for only like $5 total. Great info. Thanks!

[@azmosam4572]

The legendary office chair repairman

[@AVEXentSUCKS]

I think I like the 2nd option the best because I don't mind being stuck on a certain height. Replacing the cylinder is good but it will eventually start losing it's ability to hold the air again and will break.

[@TheSydguy30]

I replaced mine with an OEM and it lasted all of two months before the problem returned.... I'm going to do this PVC method.

[@tsnisanth]

correct, i had the same thought.

[@thesillyinme]

This is a very neat and thorough guide! The temporary fixes can be helpful for some who are still looking/waiting for a compatible cylinder replacement for their chair. But overall, I’d love a permanent fix and your tutorial and tips in replacing the cylinder entirely makes me confident that I can do it with my chair if I have to. Excellent work!

[@theofficeoasis]

I'm glad you liked it! Thank you for the kind words!

[@jasonrodriguez4368]

Clean presentation, no flash, and true results. Subscribed.

[@MikeMyers-r1s]

This was super helpful! The Oasis Replacement Kit was definitely the way to go. Super appreciate it!

[@theofficeoasis]

Thank you so much! Glad it was able to work for you!

[@jacquigittens816]

Thank you! I needed a longer allen wrench than the one that came with the kit I bought. I had to have my husband help a bit but your instructions were spot on and my chair is better than when it was given to me by the person that probably knew the shaft was not in perfect working order.

[@christopherbailey2209]

I just did option 3 with the kit - very straight forward just like the video. Make sure to wear the gloves that come in the kit! Thank you!

[@lucasstewart64]

I know this has been up for a minute but for method 2 I found a way to use a crap ton of papers instead of PVC. I just measured what i needed, cut that length and rolled them all up into a cylinder, taped them with duct-tape, and slid it right in and BAM. The only thing I have ever used Algebra 4 for a real world scenario.

[@JeremyShipley-y1d]

This is a brilliant tutorial on fixing the chair. I was literally about to throw it out and replace, but the pic piping method works a treat. Thanks for making this video..!

[@theofficeoasis]

Glad this worked for you!

[@taherajna]

Method #2 worked like a charm. Thank you for this!

[@itsWakaru]

Thank you so much. I have a hydraulic ordered for my chair, but as a temporary fix until it gets here.... the duct tape and clamp is working wonders. Thank you so much. Its even holding as a bigger fella.

[@briancmagill]

Dude. Love the channel. This really helped me save probably about $200 or more on a new chair. Not to mention I found this channel because I just bought two of your large monitor stands (1 brown, 1 black) from Amazon and opted for your brand because of the good reviews and quality of materials. I found a great channel to subscribe to in the process and get to support an American company. I hope you do more DIY videos in the future and perhaps show off your products you make in the future and maybe even give a glimpse into your manufacturing process.

[@theofficeoasis]

Thanks for the kind words Brian! Glad the video was able to help you save some money! We definitely hope to create more videos and even show behind the scenes stuff.

[@Maxaldojo]

Hey TOO! Great video! I like the step-by-step breakdown for each possible solution. I prefer the PVC pipe, as the duct tape and hose clamp might eventually slip and I've had NEW chairs do this and replacing the cylinder may not actually resolve the problem. Thanks for the video!

[@theofficeoasis]

Yep! The PCV pipe method is a great option and a cheap fix!

[@vicmiami]

Hi Kevin, Good afternoon, I just came back from my Home Depot down here in Bogota/Colombia, where I got 1 16-36 mm hose clamp copper color and a white PVC pipe 1m long by 2 inch Ø. I asked the seller to cut a piece 12 cm long. Following your great and easy to follow instructions, and as I am myself quite stubborn, I decided to go on the PVC (the hose clamp seemed too easy.☺☺) I disassembled the base placed the 12 cm and every part in place and…… obviously I messed up with the 12 cm and had to redo every step (measure twice and cut once!!) therefore I cut another piece, this time 12.5 cm et voilà job done!!! I total I spent +/- US$ 4 (clamp 1 - 1m PVC 3). Tomorrow, I will paint it black, it will look as original hahaha ☺☺. Again 1000000000 thanks.

[@anniechang2808]

Thank you so much. I found PVC tubing for office chairs in black. Perfect! Saved a ton of money & I can keep my worn in loveable office chair.

[@oblong3039]

Great video, was looking at buying brand new chair. This has saved me some money, will just buy new cylinder.

[@ninastar5833]

excellent presentation and step by step guide -thank you.

[@Elle_M717]

The PCV pipe method seems like permanent solution to me. I'm going to try it!

[@KyleRebstock]

saved me a bunch of money thanks!!!

[@ashirbashir2907]

Very Good and helpful video. Thanks

[@theofficeoasis]

Thank you!

[@markoldendorf5393]

Did the spacer by cutting a piece of pipe to 5". took, in total, around a half hour for a permeant fix. thanks. The spacer has reduced the smoothness of swivel a bit, since you are riding on the collar. .

[@vincentbriggs1780]

Thank you, this was very helpful! I tried the second method using a bit of very dense half inch thick cardboard tube I had on hand, and it worked great! Finally my elbows are at the same height as my work table.

[@zogrush]

Thank you so much for putting everything at the start!

[@theofficeoasis]

You're very welcome! Glad it was helpful!

[@darrenc2721]

Thanks for that, My chair was like this when I purchased it, I was really annoyed and wasnt able to use it till I saw your guide. The clip method works perfectly. I purchased the right chair for my height/size, but I just couldnt send it back. I had to return my bike as they sent the wrong wheels too, so it was just a bad day all round. I dont know how long the clip will last, but Its a huge difference. Thanks.

[@hardtymz2517]

Most people throw away good but unneeded computer chairs so the cylinder can easily be replaced for free if you grab it before the trashman does! Tried and true and easiest/cheapest method, just not guaranteed you’ll find one EVERY trash night.

[@Romanticvampyre6]

The second method worked for me! Thank you. 💯 I used several hose clamps at the bottom, however, it still a temporary solution.

[@theofficeoasis]

You're welcome!

[@MsYvette2828]

Worked like a charm. I am soooo proud of myself. I got tired of seating down and sinking to the middle of the Earth. LOL. I used the PVC pipe method except I used a old carboard pipe that I had laying around the house. I cut it to size it a tiny saw. A lot safer and easier to cut than a PVC pipe. Thank you sooooo much. I am sitting high..high. Now I am ergonomically correct.

[@theofficeoasis]

So happy to hear that!

[@hardtymz2517]

PVC cuts easier and cleaner with only one hand with a “ratcheting pvc cutter”. Like $8 at a cheap tool store.

[@Xstrain]

Thanks, I cut down on old paint roller as my pvc tube and cut it down to size using a bread knife. Works like a charm!. I really need to build up my tools ;)

[@mindiescott6697]

Thanks so much. I did the PVC fix and it was so easy.

[@theofficeoasis]

Glad to hear it!

[@PaoLennan]

Works a treat ! Thanks.

[@michaeltamburello]

Thanks so kindly for your informative instructions and link to the solution. You rock, man!

[@DebPana]

Thank you for posting this video! For a mere $2.83 (spacer method) I was able to cheaply and quickly solve by sinking chair issue!

[@KenneXS]

Very professional so clean clear & efficient! Thank you

[@Oughnutsdndaizzap]

Thank you I’m forever grateful for this video

[@s.m.maranta9671]

Thanks for posting really appreciated it. The PVC works great.

[@JAiRUh0326]

good to see this information available

[@arthas1774]

great video, gives option for not taking anything apart, only taking the bottom off, and full replacement.

[@74p]

Thank you for the tips. I did method two with the pipe except ... turning the chair upside down, I realized that it was suddenly working again. All I did was turn the chair around, removing the base and then ...I could not compress the cylinder. I sat on the chair to use my weight but it was stuck. So for now, my chair is fixed, simply by turning it around. This might not last long, of course, and if that is the case then I WILL revert to the pipe (which I have now already cut). By the way, speaking of pipe, I had both 32mm and 50mm (inside diameter) pipe. I decided to use the 50mm which fits exactly over the base (2 inch ID will probably also do). my pipe is then almost 220mm long (8 inches or so), as it covers the entire length, including the part sticking up from the wheel base.

[@patty4449]

I found a better fix I was browsing a little and someone on reddit had the great idea to explain why that happens Apparently air leaks into the piston because it dries out over time, the grease and the lubricant dont offer a tight seal anymore... So to fix this you simply put !!A LITTLE TINY BIT!! of oil on the piston shaft (The metall rod that runs into your chair) and move your chair up and down a few times... You want to use a thin oil or simply vegetable oil which also works Simply apply a bit of oil to a paper towel, toilet paper or similar and rub it along the shaft (This sounds terrible out of context) Than move your chair up and down a few times and voila its fixed No need for any addons or anything, just maintenance for your chair You are welcome

[@Marquezzzimo]

Awesome vid! Thanks for sharing

[@ceejaydeesoozaa]

what i did was this. removed the masking tape and screwed on 11 hose clamps in total stacked one on top of another. its been 3 weeks and so far, fingers (and toes) crossed, not sinking anymore. still thankful for this vid, else i would hv trashed this chair and forked out a hundred bucks to get another. im overweight too and those 11 hose clamps are strong enough to support my weight

[@ericsperling9724]

PVC Method worked like a charm. I had a lot of trouble removing the clip on the bottom of the cylinder so could you explain how to do that without breaking it (like I did)?

[@theofficeoasis]

@ericsperling9724 glad the PVC method worked for you! That retainer clip can be frustrating to remove sometimes. If the chair is really old the clip might be brittle and break/snap when trying to slide it off. You just have to take that part slow and be very careful not to bend the clip too much. The chair should still work fine without that clip. But if you really wanted to, you could purchase a new chair cylinder. Hope that helps!

[@vicmiami]

That's a great video!! THANK YOU!! What's the size of the hose clamp you used, please? Also, what is the Ø of the PVC spacer please? Thank you.

[@vidform]

The third option created so many questions. How does the new cylinder differ from the old one? How long will the new cylinder last? Why did the old cylinder stop working in the first place? Are there different types of cylinders and which one is the best? How often do cylinders need to be replaced? The third option sounds good because you're getting a NEW cylinder, but I might be good with the first option unless there are solid answers to the aforementioned questions. Good video.

[@theofficeoasis]

Hey @vidform! Great questions, I apologize for not addressing these in the video. Here are the answers to your questions below! How does the new cylinder differ from the old one? The cylinders we sell are all Class 4, which are the highest quality and longest lasting cylinders. How long will the new cylinder last? Most cylinders will last at least 5 years. Ours are class 4 and we provide a lifetime warranty. So if your new cylinder ever goes bad, we'll send you a brand new one. Why did the old cylinder stop working in the first place? The old cylinder stopped working because there was a leak of the pressurized gas usually due to a bad seal. Are there different types of cylinders and which one is the best? There are different classes of cylinders. Class 1-4. Class 4 is the highest quality and has the largest weight capacity. How often do cylinders need to be replaced? Again this will depend on the cylinder. Many manufactures will say to replace every 5 years. However, we offer a lifetime warranty with free replacement if your cylinder ever goes bad. Hope that helps!

[@darrenc2721]

@@theofficeoasisThis is probably where they cut corners on cheap chairs, by probably using the cheapest cylinders possible. padding is foam, hardboard underneath, looks great, isnt so comfortable after a while. Even a half decent one they probably cut corners to keep costs down. (I was not referring to you or your video, i was referring to chair manufacturers in general).

[@caseyeisenman]

I always tape and clamp my office chairs! works every time.

[@edwinawood9214]

Thank you for amazing instructions

[@theofficeoasis]

You are very welcome!

[@techsavvyhero]

Super helpful! Thanks for the tips

[@edwardhuang2475]

Excellent advise and can save a lot of headache ....:)

[@joienegru]

Thanks. It took me a while to also find out that skinny metal thing moves up and down to make space for a bigger pipe piece.

[@ralphedelbach]

At 4:08, instead of slipping a piece of large diameter plastic pipe over outer column, place a small diameter piece of pipe over the small piston rod of the lift cylinder after removing the washer and bearing. The piece of pipe will go inside of the base and prevent the chair from sinking however the height of the chair will now be fixed in place.

[@maryjrudy]

Thank you for the video. Is there one standard size for the replacement cylinder and if not, how should I measure the original for replacement?

[@theofficeoasis]

Hi! Yes, it is typically only one size for the replacement!

[@IslandHub-m4w]

Thanks for the ideas. I choose #1 because that's the only thing available atm.

[@FBiTOPDOG]

Thank you! Great idea with the PVC pipe. Even new replacements dont last more then 6 months. So PVC it is.

[@theofficeoasis]

Glad that you found it helpful!

[@shal9s]

nice and helpful! Thank you😊

[@johnktube]

It was so satisfying to reach your channel subscribers to 400 )))

[@theofficeoasis]

Thanks so much John for your support!!

[@FiestaMotors-g9z]

AMAZING i DID EXCATLY YOUR FIRST DIY CLAMP AND DUCT TAPE ( Thank you so much " I was really upset with my Sinking Chair " )

[@kdd9999]

Problem solved. Thank you so much!

[@annesummers09]

Again, Thank You for this too! 😁

[@theofficeoasis]

You are very welcome! Happy I could help!

[@gellal1]

Thanks for the big help! What I did was.. split the pipe in 2 (cause theres no pvc pipe that fits the chair rod) then use the pipe clamp to tie it back together

[@theofficeoasis]

Super smart!

[@brucemorgan9758]

Thanks, really appreciate it .... I Love the PVC option .. LOL just set it and forget it

[@GH02-o_o]

option 2 did the trick, cost nothing, and took 2 minutes...thanks so much

[@ramonar]

Great video, thank you!

[@tsnisanth]

Are the cylinder sizes universal? Is there a way to find which one is the right one to buy from internet? Thanks for the wonderful video.

[@theofficeoasis]

Great question! Most office chairs use an industry standard size for cylinders. So about 95% of office chairs use one size cylinder. That size is 1-1/8" (28mm) diameter piston shaft and a 2" (50mm) diameter column. Our company sells the standard size cylinder with removal tool, and we have a fit guarantee - if it doesn't fit your chair you'll get your money back. Let me know if you have any other questions!

[@ComdrStew]

Remove the metal clip on the bottom and take the cylinder out and spray the rod with WD40. You actually want to do this around every 6 months. Don't know why this works but it's been working on every chair I have fixed for this problem for 35 years. Was thinking about using synthetic lithium grease next time.

[@misterhhn]

Would some light oil work better then WD40?

[@ComdrStew]

@@misterhhn Not sure WD-40 works really good though.

[@tim46387]

The PVC seemed like an easy fix. you could always prime and paint the PVC with a flat black spray enamel before installing it. Give it a day to dry first. It would be less uglified. just a thought. Great video. Thanks

[@E_lisa_a]

tried the PVC Pipe, works well so far! although hard to do with normal knives... highly recommend some kind of saw, even cheap ones. im still baffled that my "premium" dxracer formula had the sinking happen RIGHT AFTER a month of warrenty, it's crazy.

[@mosesmaina7243]

Very helpful