Dining Chair Guide

Finding the perfect dining chair for your home is a difficult task. Firstly, what is going to make a dining chair perfect for your home? There are loads of things you’ll need to consider before finding what chair suits your needs. So, we’ll guide you through the different ranges, and fabrics available here at Lifestyle Furniture so you can decide on the chairs you want for your dining room.

Before you dive headfirst into purchasing a dining chair from us, take your time and read through this guide so you can understand what chair is best suited for you.

Dining chair styles

Consider what style of chair you’ll need for your home; and with our collection, you’ll find a design that you’ll love. Our range of dining chairs includes high padded backrests, stackable metal chairs as well as an alternative perching position with our choice of stools.

Our high padded backrests ensure you’ll sit in total comfort with a design that fully supports your back. The vast majority of our dining chairs have a high backrest that not only feels good but looks it too. You’ll receive full lumbar support from these designs, and with soft upholstery covering the thick cushion, you’ll sit in comfort for hours on end.

Our range of Tolix chairs are not only stylish, but they’re also stackable which makes for secure storage. If you’re a homeowner who only has a small space to work with these chairs are a chic addition. 

Consider purchasing a design that moulds perfectly to reflect the natural shape of your body. Take our Verona range which fuses a high, padded backrest with a slight curvature to hug your back allowing you to sit comfortably for long periods.

We also stock a small range of stools, a popular choice for your kitchen diner. All of our stools are under 76cm in height, the perfect measurement for you to fit comfortably under a table surface. With a choice of frame finishes including black matte and rose gold you’ll find a look that you’ll love. With a moulded natural oak seat on our industrial style Tolix stool, that creates a comfortable spot for you to perch.

Comfort

Now you’ve picked from our collection of stylish designs; it’s time to know about the cushion design so you can understand the level of care we put into each individual chair.

All of our dining chairs come with high-density foam for superior comfort. The thick cushion coupled with the high backrest ensures you'll have full lumbar support. So your back will be completely relaxed, as you sit down for dinner.

The padded seats are covered in a range of our soft upholstery. Choose from velvet, linen and leather. Scroll further down to find out what fabric is best suited for you.

Size

Finding a chair is one thing but making sure it is the right size and ensuring it fits into your space is another. That’s why all of our products come with a specific measurement to make it easy for you to find the right size of chair.

We measure everything from height, width and depth so you know the exact amount of wriggle room you’ll have when purchasing a specific style of chair from us.

Before you even begin to measure a chair, measure the space in which it is going. If you want a chair for your dining table then measure from the floor to underneath the table so you can get an understanding of the height required. A space of around 12 inches is required between the seat and the dining table, so consider this before you purchase.

Measuring the width of the chair is particularly important as you may need to have more than one chair at the side of the table. At an ordinary dining table, a minimum measurement of around 6 inches is sufficient space for guests to eat. Finally, you’ll need to measure the depth of the chair to ensure there is enough space for it to fit in your dining room.

Dining chair fabrics

We offer a choice of three materials on our range of dining chairs. With different colours to choose from you’ll find a look that suits your décor. We also supply a range of metal chairs that will bring an industrialised look. All of our dining chairs have a thick padded cushioned seat and backrest that ensures you’ll sit in total comfort for long periods.

PU Leather

PU leather used to be seen as a cheap alternative to real leather, but it has quickly become a firm favourite as it’s easy to clean and still has a strong durability much-like genuine leather. Wipe down spillages on a PU surface, so it looks as good as new.

Linen

Linen fabric offers a high level of comfort. It's super soft and is available in a variety of colourways so you’ll find a look suited to your home. The soft fabric is easy-to-clean and can be washed and ironed to keep it looking in pristine condition. Ageing well, linen can look in perfect condition for many years, as it won’t fade from intense light.

Velvet

Our velvet upholstered dining chairs are an incredibly popular choice as the versatile fabric is soft to touch, bringing a luxury feel. You’ll need to consider the colour of the velvet that you’re after. We sell a variety of colourways including grey, mustard and royal blue. These vibrant hues are an ideal selection for a velvet chair. Or go with our small collection of crushed velvet with a champagne colourway that is sure to stand out, while adding an ultra-glam look.

Metal

Our metal finish dining chairs are all from our Tolix style range which offers an industrialised look for your home. The 1.2 mm thick cold-rolled steel is long-lasting and ensures your chairs will not only last but will look as good as new, for many years.

Frame

All of the frames of our chairs are made from assorted hardwood. This style of frame is long-lasting, so these chairs won’t break or deteriorate after long term use.

Dining chair features

The attention to detail that goes into our dining chairs is something we love to shout about. From intricate studded detailing, and hand-stitched button back design our chairs have a level of care put into them that makes them long-lasting, and stylish.

Hand-Stiched Button Backrest

Our buttoned backrests are handstitched to ensure they meet our high standards. Our expert manufacturers ensure each button is in the perfect place so the chairs look stunning in your home. With intricate detailing on the backs of these chairs, your home will have a traditional look, with a timeless look.

Chrome studs and knocker

We’re always creating designs that will suit the look of modern homes. Like our chairs that have a chrome knocker and intricately placed chrome studs for a stylish finish. Adding a decadent look, the chrome studs have each been hand placed on, an intricate touch to a well-designed chair.

Steel S Spring

All of our dining chairs have a steel S spring beneath the cushion to offer additional support. The steel spring prevents the chair from sagging while also providing an added level of comfort while you sit.

Anti-scratch pads

Another cool feature of our dining chairs is the addition of anti-scratch pads. These tiny pads sit beneath the four legs of our dining chairs and are there to protect your hard surface. Preventing scuffs and scratches from marking your flooring.