Finding the Perfect Dining Room Chairs

Dining room chairs are an important addition to the interior design of any dining room. While they provide seating for guests at a dining room table, they can also compliment the color scheme and over-all décor of the room. Getting the proper chair set can help create a room that is both comfortable, and falls in line with the aesthetic sensibility that you are seeking to create.

To properly pick out the appropriate chair, you first need to ask yourself a few important questions. For instance, what will be the primary use of your dining room table? Or, how do the shape and size of your table impact what type of chair you ought to choose? Do you have casual or formal dinners? You don’t want something that will stain easily—better suited for formal gatherings—for frequent, casual use. Likewise, you don’t want something too casual for elegant dinner parties. Once you have figured out the answers to some of these questions, you can start moving on with selecting the perfect dining room chairs.

For a more traditional choice, solid wood chairs are perfect. With wood chairs, properly stained and crafted to match your table, you’ve made a simple choice that provides your interior design with a classic and traditional appeal.

A second option might be to add something upholstered to the mix. While the wood of the chair can be used to match the color of your table, the upholstered elements of the chairs can complement the rest of the décor of your dining room.

For less traditional, more adventurous designs, you might consider printed upholstery options that add contrast and color to the room. These chairs are a great choice that add an additional design element to your dining room without being overbearing in style or tone.

For a more casual dining experience, there is always the option of choosing stools. This option works best when paired with a counter or high table. Although this option is slightly more casual, there are many options to tie this type of furniture into a range of interior design styles.

You should also keep a few measurements handy when selecting chairs for your dining room. When placing your chairs at the table, you want them to be 36” away from the wall, so that your guests can comfortably sit down and get up without feeling squished. You also want to measure the height of your table to ensure your chairs and chair arms slide underneath easily. It’s recommended that your chair arms are no closer than 7” beneath your table. Also remember to leave at least 24” between the chair themselves to allow your guests to sit down without being overcrowded or brushing elbows.

It may seem like there are a lot of steps when picking out the perfect chair for your dining room table, but the end result is well worth the time and attention. After all, interior design is an expression of your personality, and everything you put in your home represents your style and interests. Even so, make sure you have fun while decorating your home. If you do, you can better craft a space that is both comfortable and stylish. As you do, we hope you will keep coming back to the La Maison blog for more helpful tips.