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7 Must-Know Tips To Choose The Right Dining Chairs For Your Living Space

Dining chairs make up a good portion of the dining and entertaining experience in your home so you’re going to pay attention to some important.

December 1, 2020

Have you ever eaten a meal at somebody’s home but didn’t feel like lingering around the dining table because the chair didn’t feel comfortable? On the other hand, can you recall the last time you didn’t feel like getting up because you were simply too comfortably wedged in your seat?

A gorgeous dining table may anchor your living space, but it’s nothing without a reliable set of chairs around it. Dining chairs make up a good portion of the dining and entertaining experience in your home, so you’re going to pay attention to some important details such as the weight, height and feel. The right dining chair can make or break the entire dining experience.

Not sure what to look out for? Here are seven key considerations you need to have when selecting dining chairs, and how to find the right ones for your home.

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7 Must-Know Tips To Choose The Right Dining Chairs For Your Living Space
Make sure the height is right
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Now you may be wondering how dining chairs differ from other types of chairs, such as arm chairs, benches or stools. Keep in mind that a dining chair needs to be of a certain height in order to complement the dining table.

As a guide, the height of a dining table is usually around 30 inches, while a dining chair’s height is around 19 inches. This leaves about 11 inches of space between the chair and the table top.

A chair that’s too high will cause you to slouch, while a chair that’s too low will make it uncomfortable for you to dine on the table.

Consider size and shape
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In order to know the design of dining chairs suitable for your dining area, you need to think about the shape and size of your dining table. Dining chairs without arms are ideal for smaller and round tables, while benches and chairs with arms go well with longer or rectangular tables.

Matching Or mis-matched?
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Dining chairs are important in completing the entire look of your dining area, so you need to know what’s the final look you are going for.

You can get a set of matching chairs in the same colours if you want a more formal and classic look, but for homeowners who are adventurous and bold, they can consider mixing and matching a variety of chairs around the table to create an eclectic and sophisticated feel.

How about a bench?
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When budgeting for your dining chairs, remember that you are not just buying one chair for the dining area, so you will need to multiply the cost by four or more.

If you have a tight budget, why not consider getting a long bench instead? Benches are a great space-saving alternative for narrow dining areas and homes with children! Here are some examples of Singapore homes that incorporate benches into their dining space.

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Plain or upholstered?
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How much time do you spend around your dining table? If you love to chill out around the table and play board games with the family, you might want to consider making the space more comfortable with upholstered dining chairs. A budget-friendly way is to use a seat padding that you can find at stores like Ikea, Courts and even some supermarkets.

But if you prefer to spend more time around the sofa or in front of the TV, you can just go for un-upholstered chairs.

Consider stackable options
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If space is a constraint in your dining area, you will need to think about how to accommodate more people around the dining area when your guests arrive. You can consider getting stackable chairs or extra stools that can be stacked and put away when they are not needed.

Carry the chair around
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Lastly, remember to feel the weight of the dining chairs before getting them. The heavier they are, the harder you’ll have to push and drag them around the floor when you are getting in and out of the chair. If you have delicate marble or parquet floors in your dining area, choose chairs that are light and easy to hold up to protect your floors from scratches.

These tips should make it easy for you to narrow down the type of dining chairs you need, and give you a better idea on what to look for when you are out shopping.

Keep reading to check out some affordable dining chairs to consider for your home:

Dempster dining chair, $199, from Courts.
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A fully upholstered dining chair is great for lounging, and the muted blue shade is soothing on the eyes too.

Leifarne chair, $55, from Ikea.
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A colourful dining chair instantly adds vibrancy to your space. This one from Ikea lets you choose the colour of the seat shell and the underframe finish, plus it’s stackable to boot!

Adelaide barstool, from $345, from BoConcept.
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This modern and sturdy bar stool in a matte black finish is perfect for homeowners who love to entertain, and will look great in your kitchen too.

Flint arm chair, $419, from Commune.
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If you love the Scandinavian aesthetic, opt for a wood chair like this one that’s made of solid oak wood. Arm rests encourage people to linger around the dining table too.

Dakota bench, $399, from HipVan.
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This 1.5-metre bench seats two to three guests and is great if you’re looking for that communal, casual cafe vibe.

Text: Domenica Tan/Home & Decor Singapore

Additional reporting: Elizabeth Liew

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