How Often Should I Replace the Wheels on My Office Chair?

There's no fixed schedule, but replace them when you notice poor rolling, damage, or floor scratches. If they're a standard type, universal replacement caster wheels are cheap and easy to swap out yourself in minutes.

How to Know When to Replace Your Office Chair Wheels:

• Physical Signs: The wheels are cracked, have flat spots, or the plastic part is broken.
• Poor Rolling: The chair feels very hard to push, won't roll straight, or one wheel is stuck.
• Bad Sounds: You hear grinding, clicking, or loud squeaking when you move.
• Wobbling: The chair doesn't sit level or feels shaky.

What Makes Wheels Wear Out Faster:

• How Often You Use It: Daily use wears them out quicker than occasional use.
• Your Floor: Hard surfaces (like wood or tile) wear down wheels faster than carpets.
• How Much Weight: Heavier loads will shorten the wheels' lifespan.