Dining Chairs are an essential element to the most important room in the house: the dining room. The centerpiece of this room is the dining set. To properly enjoy a meal with friends or family, you must make sure that you have the proper dining chairs.
The first step to successfully purchasing a dining chair is to make sure that it fits properly in your space. If you do not purchase a prepackaged dining room set, you will need to make sure that the chairs match the height of the table. Measure your table and then choose whether you need "short" chairs for a standard height dining table (28 to 30 inches), a counter height dining chair (for tables 31 to 36 inches), or bar height chairs (for tables 37 inches and greater). Another important factor to consider when calculating spacing is whether the chair has arms or is armless. Many diners enjoy sliding their chair completely under the table, so make sure to factor arm height as well.
After this has been determined, it is necessary to calculate how much space you have in the room. You want to make sure that there will be around 4 feet from the table to wall and 2 feet between each chair. Once this has been calculated, you will determine the number of chairs that you will need to order.
After the size and height of the chair has been established, you will need to determine what kind of material chair to purchase. Chairs are most commonly seen in wood, plastic, metal, and upholstery. Please consider the age of your guests when determining the material. If you have young or elderly guests that may spill on the chair, you may want to shy away from upholstery or other difficult to clean materials. Another factor in choosing the material is the inherent style. With wood and upholstery dining chairs, you will create a more traditional/transitional look for your room. If you are aiming towards a contemporary / modern dining chair, you will be best suited choosing a plastic or metal material.
