The dining room is one of the most important rooms in the house. It is the place where we share meals with family and friends, where we meet to chat and spend time together. To enjoy these moments in comfort, it is essential to choose dining room chairs that suit your needs and style.
In this article, the Souffle d'Intérieur team gives you advice on how to choose your dining room chairs.
1. Comfort
Comfort is one of the most important criteria when choosing your dining room chairs. You should feel comfortable while eating and chatting. For this, it is important to choose chairs with a comfortable seat and backrest. It is also possible to opt for chairs with armrests.
2. Style
The style of your dining room chairs should match the style of the room and your home. If you have a modern decor, contemporary chairs may be a good choice. If you have a more traditional decor, classic chairs will be more suitable.
3. Size
Dining room chairs are generally standard in size and range from 43 to 46 cm in height to accommodate the size of the table so you can eat comfortably. Chairs should also be wide enough for you to sit comfortably, the width varies from 46 to 59 cm.
4. Materials
The materials of dining room chairs can impact their durability and aesthetics. Fabric chairs are popular and provide comfort. Leather chairs add timeless elegance to your interior. Polypropylene chairs have seen a modern design in recent years and are often more affordable.
We also find chairs with two-material seats.
There are different combinations of seat and leg materials. The most common are fabric or leather seats with metal legs. Also, fabric or leather seats with wooden legs, very common to bring a natural touch.
5. Fixed or swivel
Ergonomics is important when choosing dining room chairs. Depending on your needs, you can opt for classic, fixed chairs or swivel chairs, which are ideal for reducing back twists.
6. Ease of maintenance
Ease of maintenance is an important criterion when choosing your dining room chairs. Of course, their materials and colors will determine the type and frequency of maintenance as well as the use.
Fabric chairs can be cleaned with a damp cloth and a little dishwashing liquid. For a deeper cleaning, if necessary, it is possible to use a steam cleaner. Leather chairs do not get dirty but need to be nourished from time to time, the use of a moisturizing milk is recommended.
The metal parts can be cleaned very easily using a microfibre cloth.
Choosing your dining room chairs is an important process that requires taking several criteria into account. Comfort, style, size, materials and ease of maintenance are all criteria to consider in order to make the best choice. By taking your time, you will be able to choose dining room chairs that meet your needs and that fit perfectly into your decor.
