This is a good task chair. The back is upright as opposed to leaning back. As a person who needs lumbar support it has enough to keep me from complaining. The seat cushion is firm but not too firm so that you don't feel like you are sitting on a brick. It is like goldilocks said; just right. I sit in this chair to crochet, knit, watch TV and read. I love this chair. I wish they made a sofa to match.