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How to Elevate Your Dining Room with Upholstered Dining Chairs
Pros and Cons of Upholstered Dining Chairs
11 Upholstered Dining Chair Styles
If you love to linger at the dining room table with your friends and family, you’ll be more comfortable sitting in an upholstered dining room chair. Not only is this a practical choice, but it’s also a stylish one. Upholstered dining chairs come in a variety of colors, finishes, and silhouettes so you can find one in your favorite design style, and whatever style you choose, the tailored look of upholstery will add a level of refinement and class to your dining space.
In this dining room style guide, we’ll discuss how to elevate your dining room with upholstered dining chairs, compare the pros and cons of this seating option, and highlight popular dining room styles. Then, we’ll recommend of our favorite upholstered dining chair styles from Colder’s.
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Choosing the right dining room seating can elevate your dining experience, making it inviting and sophisticated. Here are some tips for elevating your dining room with upholstered dining chairs:
- Choose High-Quality Upholstery: Invest in high-quality upholstery fabric that not only looks good but is also durable and easy to clean. Some of the best dining chair fabric options include leather, faux velvet, or microfiber. Consider the color and pattern of the fabric to complement your dining room's decor.
- Select Complementary Designs: Ensure that the design and style of the upholstered chairs match the overall aesthetic of your dining room. Whether your room has a traditional, modern, or eclectic style, select chairs that fit seamlessly with the existing decor.
- Mix and Match: For an eclectic and stylish look, consider mixing and matching different chair styles and upholstery fabrics. This can create a more unique and visually interesting dining room.
- Consider Comfort: Upholstered dining chairs are known for their comfort, so prioritize ergonomics and cushioning. Diners should feel comfortable sitting in them for extended periods, especially during long dinner gatherings.
- Add Details: Look for chairs with decorative details like button tufting, nailhead trim, or decorative stitching. These details can add a touch of elegance and sophistication to the chairs.
- Coordinate with the Table: The dining table should complement the chairs and vice versa. Ensure that the size and style of the table work well with the upholstered chairs. A harmonious balance between the table and chairs is essential for an elevated look.
- Accessorize: Enhance the overall look with accessories. Consider adding seat cushions, throws, or decorative pillows to the chairs. These can add color and texture to the room and make the chairs even more inviting.
- Art and Decor: Decorate the walls with artwork or mirrors that enhance the style of the room. The artwork can pick up on colors in the upholstery or provide a striking contrast, depending on your design preferences.
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Pros and Cons of Upholstered Dining Chairs
If you love to gather around the table for meals or game nights, upholstered dining chairs offer a more comfortable option that exudes elegance. Here are some of the major pros and cons of upholstered dining chairs:
✅ Comfort: Upholstered dining chairs are generally more comfortable to sit in compared to hard, wooden chairs. The cushioning and fabric provide a softer and more pleasant seating experience, making long meals more enjoyable.
✅ Aesthetic Appeal: Upholstered chairs come in a wide range of fabrics, colors, and patterns, allowing you to customize your dining room's decor to match your personal style and the overall aesthetic of your home. You can find upholstered dining chair options whether you love modern, glam, coastal, or traditional interior design.
✅ Versatility: Upholstered dining chairs can be used in various settings, not just for dining. Upholstered chairs can work well in a living room, bedroom, or office, making them a versatile furniture choice.
✅ Noise Reduction: The upholstery can help dampen sound, reducing the noise produced when people sit down, move, or slide the chairs on the floor.
✖ Cost: Upholstered dining chairs are often more expensive than non-upholstered options. The cost can vary significantly depending on the quality of the materials used.
✖ Susceptibility to Damage: Fabric upholstery can be easily damaged by spills, scratches, or pet claws. This can make them less suitable for households with young children or pets.
✖ Allergens: Upholstered chairs can trap dust, allergens, and pet hair, potentially causing allergies or requiring more frequent cleaning for individuals with sensitivities.
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11 Upholstered Dining Chair Styles
Keep reading for dining room chair ideas in a number of popular design styles and striking colors from Colder’s.
Canadel Loft Black/Natural Washed Side Chair
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This is our top pick for a high back upholstered dining chair. With its simple silhouette and contrasting black upholstery and light wood, it is perfect for a contemporary or modern dining room. The faux leather upholstery is easy to clean, so it’s ideal for a high-traffic dining room.
Signature Design by Ashley Strumford Gray/Black Dining Chair
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This is our top pick for a charcoal gray and black upholstered dining chair. The metal framing and unique shape of this chair make it stand out as an art piece in itself. It’s perfect for a contemporary or even industrial dining room design. Thanks to its neutral color palette, you have the freedom to choose a bold accent color to add personality to your space.
Featured Signature Design by Ashley Strumford review: “These chairs did not disappoint, high end feel and comfortable.”
Drew & Jonathan Home Boulevard Merrimac Ivory Host Chair
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You can’t go wrong with a white upholstered dining chair for a touch of sophistication in the dining room. Depending on how you style the rest of the setting, this elegant choice would work well in a glam, antique, or elevated farmhouse design. We love the attention to detail with this chair’s button tufting, nailhead trim, and contrasting legs. It is upholstered with a soft velvet-like ivory fabric that is sure to make your room feel more luxurious.
Pulaski Madison Ridge Gray Host Chair
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If you think a grey upholstered dining chair can’t be exciting, check out this beauty from Pulaski. With its button tufting, nailhead trim, and turned wooden legs, it would be ideal for an antique, traditional, or elevated farmhouse design. Gray upholstery and gray finished wood make a perfect pairing, and you can incorporate it to create a calming neutral space or complement it with a soft accent color.
Powell Sabine Ink Blue Side Chair
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If you’re looking for something different in the eating area, this blue upholstered dining chair a refreshing change of pace. isThe simple silhouette makes it ideal for a contemporary or modern space while the color, fabric, and curved back make it ideal for a glam dining room. If you have a small dining room, four of these around a circular table would echo the round shape of the table and make a perfect pairing. These would also work well as an accent chair in a living room or office.
Amisco Lucas Black Coral/Oyster Dining Chair
Sometimes, simplicity is better, and this modern upholstered dining chair is proof. The sculptural black metal frame and contrasting ivory upholstery combine to create a stunning piece. It is sturdy yet comfortable, subtle yet impactful. This chair would be great for a modern, industrial, or contemporary dining room design paired with neutral tones or with bold patterns for a striking presentation.
Progressive Arcade Walnut Dining Chair
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This is our top pick for a mid century upholstered dining chair. The shape of this chair is quintessential for the era and we love how the warm wood tone is the center of attention. The upholstered seat adds to the overall comfort, and the neutral upholstery leaves the door open for whatever accent colors you want to bring into the room through paint, curtains, a rug, or even cloth napkins and placemats.
Modus Furniture Coral Gray Leather Dining Chair
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Is there anything classier than a leather upholstered dining chair? Whatever the dining room theme, this chair’s combination of gray and metal gives this a cool and sleek look perfect for a sophisticated dining setting. As an added bonus, the faux leather upholstery is easy to clean, making it great for high-traffic dining rooms (or your favorite messy child).
Liberty Westfield Havana Brown Armchair
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Diners—both hosts and guests—love the feel of an upholstered dining arm chair. This pick from Liberty Furniture bumps the typical upholstered chair up in luxury with shapely arms and a high back that exude elegance. You can’t help but love details like nailhead trim and two-tone wood and upholstery construction. A set of these chairs would be lovely in a traditional, antique, or farmhouse dining room design. It would also work well in a light and airy coastal dining room.
Powell Sabine Light Grey Velvet Side Chair
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For a touch of something extra special during dining, consider a velvet upholstered dining chair. This velvet chair from Powell Home Fashions is cozy, feminine, and stylish, making it ideal for a glam dining room design. Best of all, this chair is made of 100% polyester, so care is easy and ideal for everyday use.
Legacy Classic Milano by Rachael Ray Home Sandstone Upholstered Side Chair
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Tight on dining space? A small upholstered dining chair is the solution, and it’s designs like this one from Rachael Ray that make the most of every inch it occupies. Sandstone upholstery with understated tufting and a solid chair back give this chair a presence even in its smaller size. It would make a statement in a small dining room, and it would also work well with a larger dining table that accommodates more seating.
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An upholstered dining chair can instantly elevate your space, adding a touch of comfort, warmth, and luxury. You can find a dining chair to suit your favorite design style whether it is modern, glam, farmhouse, or traditional. Colder’s offers the best selection of upholstered chairs for Milwaukee shoppers. Stop by one of our four Wisconsin locations in person to try out these chairs for yourself.
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