Chairs for dining, work and extra seating

Chairs for dining, work and extra seating

Chairs for dining, work, and extra seating

A chair should suit the available space, its intended use, and the way you prefer to sit. At Discountershop, you can compare chairs for dining rooms, home offices, workplaces, meetings, parties, and temporary seating. Browse dining chairs, office chairs, folding chairs, and shell chairs in different sizes, materials, colors, and seat designs. Whether you need one replacement chair or a complete set, checking the product specifications will help you make a more suitable choice.

Which type of chair do you need?

The intended use determines which chair is most suitable. A dining chair should fit the height and dimensions of your dining table while remaining comfortable during meals. An office chair should support your sitting position and provide the adjustments required for desk work. Folding chairs are practical when extra seats are only needed occasionally, while shell chairs provide a shaped seat with a defined sitting position.

Choose from the following chair categories:

• Dining chairs: suitable for meals, conversations, homework, and working at the dining table.
• Office chairs: designed for desks and workspaces where seat height, back support, and movement are important.
• Folding chairs: useful for guests, events, meetings, parties, and temporary seating arrangements.
• Shell chairs: made with a shaped seat that supports the body around the back and sides.

What should you check before buying a chair?

Start by measuring the available space. Do not only check the overall width and height of the chair. You should also allow enough room to sit down, stand up, and move the chair away from a table or desk.

Compare the following specifications:

• Seat height: determines how your legs are positioned and whether the chair fits under a table or desk.
• Seat width: affects the amount of space available while sitting.
• Seat depth: should provide support without pressing against the back of the knees.
• Backrest height: influences how much of the back is supported.
• Armrests: check whether they fit below the tabletop or desk.
• Maximum weight capacity: should be appropriate for the intended user.
• Chair weight: important when the chair needs to be moved regularly.
• Floor protectors: help reduce marks and scratches on wood, laminate, tile, or other flooring.
• Assembly requirements: show whether the chair arrives ready to use or requires installation.

Checking these details before ordering reduces the risk of choosing a chair that does not fit the room, table, desk, or intended purpose.

Fabric, plastic, wood, or metal chairs

The chair material affects the seating experience, cleaning requirements, weight, and appearance.

Fabric chairs provide a softer sitting surface. However, the upholstery may require more attention when food, drinks, dust, or pet hair are present. Always check the cleaning instructions before applying water or a cleaning product.

Plastic chairs usually have a smooth surface that can be wiped with a damp cloth. They can be a practical choice for dining areas, kitchens, meeting rooms, and other spaces where chairs are moved or cleaned regularly.

Wooden chairs can have a painted, lacquered, oiled, or natural finish. The correct maintenance method depends on that finish. Avoid leaving moisture on the surface and only use cleaning products that are suitable for the specific type of wood treatment.

Metal is often used for chair legs and frames. Check the connections and screws from time to time, especially when the chair is used daily or moved frequently.

Chairs with or without armrests

Chairs with armrests provide a fixed place to rest the arms and may offer additional support when sitting down or standing up. They are generally wider than chairs without armrests, so it is important to measure the available space around the table.

Also check the height of the armrests. They may prevent the chair from sliding completely under a dining table or desk.

Chairs without armrests usually take up less space and can often be positioned closer together. This can be useful around a smaller dining table, in a waiting area, or in a room where several chairs need to stand next to each other.

Buying chairs online

When buying chairs online, compare more than the color and shape. Read the complete product information and check the measurements, materials, maximum load, assembly details, and maintenance instructions.

Consider:

• how often the chair will be used;
• how long someone will usually remain seated;
• whether the chair must fit under a table or desk;
• how much cleaning the material may require;
• whether the chair needs to be moved or stored regularly;
• whether you need a single chair or a matching set.

Compare the available chairs at Discountershop by size, intended use, material, and seating features. This makes it easier to select a chair or chair set that fits your room and daily routine.

Frequently asked questions about chairs

What types of chairs are available?

Common chair types include dining chairs, office chairs, folding chairs, shell chairs, meeting chairs, and occasional chairs. Dining chairs are mainly used around a table, while office chairs may include adjustable features for desk work. Folding chairs can be stored when they are not needed, and shell chairs have a molded or shaped seat.

How do I choose the correct seat height?

Sit with both feet flat on the floor and check whether your knees remain in a relaxed position. Your upper legs should not slope sharply upward or downward. When the chair will be used at a table or desk, compare the seat height with the height of the tabletop. Make sure there is enough space for your legs and any armrests.

How much space should I leave around a chair?

Allow enough room for the complete width of the chair and for movement behind it. The user should be able to pull the chair back, sit down, and stand up without hitting a wall, cabinet, or another chair. When several chairs are positioned next to each other, leave enough space for each person to use their seat independently.

Which chair material is easiest to clean?

Smooth plastic and finished metal surfaces are generally easy to wipe clean. Wooden chairs require a cleaning method that matches the paint, lacquer, oil, or other finish. Fabric upholstery may absorb liquids and collect dust, so stains should be treated according to the manufacturer’s care instructions. Test any cleaning product on a hidden area first.

When should I choose a chair with armrests?

Armrests can be useful when additional support is needed while sitting down, standing up, or remaining seated for longer periods. Before ordering, check whether the armrests fit under the table or desk. In smaller rooms, chairs without armrests may be easier to position because they are often narrower.

How can I protect the floor from chair legs?

Check whether the chair includes suitable floor caps or glides. Felt pads are commonly used on many hard floors, while other surfaces may require different protectors. Replace worn or damaged pads before the chair legs develop sharp edges. Heavy chairs should be lifted rather than dragged across the floor.

How should chairs used every day be maintained?

Remove dust and dirt regularly and treat stains as soon as possible. Check screws, bolts, floor protectors, and frame connections periodically. Tighten loose parts carefully and stop using the chair if a structural component is damaged. Follow the product-specific care instructions for wood, metal, plastic, and upholstery.