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Liberty Ocean Task Chair with Fabric Backrest

Liberty Ocean Task Chair with Fabric Backrest

SKU: L213AAUTAU10XFSSNSC

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Frame Color Frame Color: Polished Aluminum / Black Trim Polished Aluminum / Black Trim Black / Black Trim
Arm Style Arm Style: Height-adjustable Duron Arms
Upholstery Color Upholstery Color: Autumn: 0101 Autumn: 0101 Autumn: 0131 Autumn: 0171 Autumn: 0191 Autumn: 0221 Autumn: 0331 Autumn: 0361 Autumn: 0551 Autumn: 0651 Autumn: 0681 Autumn: 0751 Autumn: 0771 Autumn: 0791 Autumn: 0971

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Liberty Ocean Task Chair with Fabric Backrest

A softer look for your workspace, with support that follows your movement. Designed by Niels Diffrient, Liberty Ocean pairs an upholstered seat and fabric backrest with a weight-sensitive recline. Choose from fourteen Autumn textile colours and two frame finishes.

Recline naturally

The mechanism balances recline using your body weight, so there is no tension dial to retune throughout the day. The backrest follows changes in posture as you move from upright work to a relaxed position. Set your seat height and depth, then let the chair respond as you lean back.

Liberty backrest follows recline; mesh finish illustrated

Contoured support, upholstered finish

Liberty’s three-panel Form Sensing backrest changes shape around your back. In this range, Autumn fabric covers both the seat and back, giving a warmer, more residential finish than the separate mesh-back model. Integrated lumbar support comes from the backrest’s shape rather than a separate adjustable lumbar pad.

Arm support that moves with you

Every configuration includes height-adjustable Duron arms. Set each arm to support your forearms with relaxed shoulders. The arms attach to the backrest and follow its recline. This range has one included arm style; upholstery selection changes the seat and back fabric, not the arm-pad finish.

Layered construction of the Liberty Duron arm pad

Fourteen colours, one considered textile

Autumn is made from 100% recycled polyester with a layered weave and a soft, textured feel. Compare the original fabric swatches to choose your colour; the selected chair image and rear view show its placement on the seat and back. Screens and lighting can affect how colours appear. Both frame choices have black trim.

Autumn: 0191 — original fabric swatch

Who is it for?

A good choice for home offices, client-facing workspaces and people who prefer a fabric back to exposed mesh. Liberty suits desk work with regular changes in posture and a straightforward set of fit adjustments. Check the seat-height and depth ranges in Specifications against your body and desk. This task-chair model has no headrest.

Recovered material, useful design

Selected components incorporate up to 2 lb (0.9 kg) of recovered ocean and coastal plastic, including discarded fishing nets. The Ocean version combines this recovered material with the Liberty family’s movement-focused design.

Recovered fishing nets used in Ocean chair components

Your first adjustments

Use the lever beneath the seat to set a height that lets your feet rest comfortably on the floor. Adjust seat depth to leave space behind your knees, then position the arms with your shoulders relaxed. Lean back gently to experience the weight-sensitive recline. The illustrated guide shows the controls and recommended fitting sequence.

Locating the Liberty seat adjustment controls; mesh finish illustrated

Liberty fitting and adjustment guide (PDF, English/French)

This fitting guide covers the Liberty family; use the current Ocean specifications on this page for model capacity.

The Liberty family in the press

“versatility in both style and function”

Creative Boom

“reduce the industry’s footprint”

Forbes

“sharp aesthetics”

Design Boom

Short excerpts selected by Humanscale about the Liberty family; pictured finishes may vary.

Dimensions and Weight

  • Selected configuration

  • SKUL213AAUTAU10XFSSNSC
  • Seat textile typeFabric
  • Seat textile styleAutumn
  • Textile colour code0101
  • Back textile typeFabric
  • Arm styleHeight-adjustable Duron Arms
  • Frame finishPolished Aluminum / Black Trim
  • CastersMulti-surface; hard or soft floors
  • Cylinder heightDesk height; standard 5 in (127 mm) cylinder
  • Dimensions and weight

  • Chair width26.5 in (673 mm)
  • Chair depth25 in (635 mm)
  • Overall height39.25–43.625 in (997–1108 mm)
  • Base diameter25 in (635 mm)
  • Overall weight34 lb (15.4 kg), model with arms
  • Weight capacity400 lb (181 kg)
  • Seat height range16.6–20.9 in (422–531 mm), standard cylinder
  • Seat depth16.5–18.75 in (419–476 mm)
  • Seat back height23 in (584 mm)
  • Back recline18° recline with 8° independent backrest pivot
  • ArmrestHeight-adjustable Duron arms; move with the backrest
  • Headrest adjustmentNot included
  • Lumbar supportIntegrated Form Sensing tri-panel fabric back; no separate lumbar adjustment

What is included

Includes one Liberty Ocean task chair with Autumn fabric seat and back, height-adjustable Duron arms, standard desk-height cylinder, matching base and multi-surface casters for hard or soft floors. Frame finish and textile follow your selected options and SKU. No headrest. Desks, monitors, footrests and other photographed accessories are not included; lifestyle images can show other Liberty finishes.

Materials & sustainability

Structure

Die-cast aluminium and steel support the frame and recline mechanism. Engineered polymers provide flexibility and impact resistance where needed. The seat uses a contoured cushion and the height-adjustable arms have multi-layer Duron pads.

Seat and back upholstery

Both the seat and three-panel backrest use Autumn, a 100% recycled polyester textile. Frame choices are Black with Black Trim or Polished Aluminum with Black Trim. Your selected options identify the exact supplier SKU.

Recovered Ocean plastic

Selected components contain up to 2 lb (0.9 kg) of recovered ocean and coastal plastic, including discarded fishing nets.

This product is backed by Humanscale's official limited warranty, covering defects in materials and workmanship for the original purchaser.

Coverage

15-year limited manufacturer warranty; fabric, cushions, arm pads and casters have 5-year coverage. Coverage is subject to Humanscale’s terms, exclusions and eligible use. Contact Apex Stand with your order number and a description of the issue for assistance.

Coverage is non-transferable and excludes normal wear and tear, misuse, accidental damage, unauthorized modification or service, damage during transport, and issues caused by third-party parts, improper maintenance, or conditions outside Apex Stand's control. At its discretion, Apex Stand may repair or replace covered items; doing so does not extend the original warranty term. For full policy details or to file a claim, contact our support team with your order number.

Certifications & Testing

HPDA Health Product Declaration discloses product ingredients and associated health information using the HPD Open Standard. It is a transparency document, not a product safety certification.DECLARE® — Red List FreeThe Declare Red List Free designation discloses ingredients at or above 100 ppm and indicates that the product contains no chemicals on the applicable Living Building Challenge Red List.Living Product ChallengeLiving Product Challenge certification assesses a product against environmental and social requirements, including material health and impacts related to water, energy and climate.CDPHTested for indoor air emissions using CDPH Standard Method V1.2, which evaluates volatile organic compound emissions from products used indoors.BIFMA LEVEL® — Level 3Third-party sustainability certification against the ANSI/BIFMA e3 furniture standard at Level 3, evaluating the product, manufacturing facility and company across environmental and social criteria.SCS Indoor Advantage GoldSCS Indoor Advantage Gold certifies that the product meets stringent limits for volatile organic compound emissions, supporting indoor air quality.

Care & Maintenance

Autumn fabric

Vacuum regularly with a soft upholstery brush. Blot spills promptly with a clean absorbent cloth; avoid rubbing and soaking. Remove loose dirt before treating a stain. Use a lightly damp white cloth and only products suitable for the selected textile; test in a hidden area first. Let the fabric dry completely before use and consult a professional for persistent marks.

Arm pads, frame, base and casters

Clean with a soft damp cloth and a mild soap solution where suitable, then dry thoroughly. Keep abrasive cleaners and solvents away from the upholstery. Remove hair and debris from the casters so they roll freely; inspect for wear and damage.

Care guide and service

Follow Humanscale’s material-specific cleaning guide, including any disinfection precautions. Contact Apex Stand with your order number before attempting a component replacement; the back-pin replacement document is a service reference, not a routine fitting step.

Back-pin replacement service instructions (PDF)

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