Abstract: A molded wood flake support is fabricated to include at least one flexible spring member which is narrower then the width of the molded wood flake support and integrally formed therewith or secured thereto, wherein the flexible spring member can flex independently from the molded wood flake support.

Abstract: An actuator assembly is provided for use with a chair to actuate movement of the chair leg rest in response to recline of the backrest. The backrest drives translational motion of an actuator rod that is pivotingly connected at its upper end to the backrest. The rod passes through a linear slide bearing block that is pivotingly connected to the rear end of the seat. The rod is connected at its lower end to a linkage mechanism that actuates movement of the leg rest. The pivot point for the slide bearing block is off-center or offset relative to a central location thereof. This offset pivot connection produces an asymmetrical pivoting action in the slide bearing block. Each side of the chair is equipped with an identical arrangement of actuating-related components to provide a stable system.