Features of the white chair

A chair is a versatile piece of furniture. There are various models on the market today. Chairs in white are especially popular among consumers and will be appropriate in any interior.

Sitting on a chair, we spend most of the time, so it should be not only beautiful, but also durable and comfortable.

It is necessary to understand the classification in order to choose the option that is optimal in all parameters.

At the place of placement, chairs are distinguished:

• for the kitchen room;
• for the living room;
• for offices and public spaces, they have to withstand significant stress due to frequent use. Office chairs are often made on wheels;
• for a bar, with high legs and a special support for the legs;
• universal chairs.

The type of construction is distinguished:

• models that cannot be disassembled into parts, they are initially produced without fasteners;
• collapsible is more convenient to transport, they can be disassembled and assembled;
• stackable models are quite easy to install on top of each other, if they are not needed, they can be assembled, which significantly saves space;
• folding structures are compact and also save space. They are quite popular in the country or on vacation.

By manufacturing methods, there are:

• carpentry - rectangular chairs with wooden legs and back, not covered with upholstery. They are distinguished by high backs and legs, fastened with a special frame;
• flat-glued chairs stand out from the rest with their legs, which are made at an acute angle. The back is made shorter than the seat. The shape and upholstery are different;
• bent ones are always made from solid wood or plywood, their parts have a curved appearance and rounded lines, the seat is rigid (if desired, you can upholster). The material is steamed and bent, then dried;
• Bent-glued models are the same as bent models, but their shape is rectangular and the seat is always rigid.

• chiseled chairs speak for themselves, legs, back details, frame are machined on a machine. More often, turned products can be found among office and children's furniture;
• wicker models are handicrafts made of willow twigs. Various forms, intended for relaxation;
• forged copies are the most reliable options on a metal frame. They are made by hand or assembled from ready-made stamped and cast forms, connected by riveting or welding;
• mixed designs are made by combining the above types.

According to the degree of hardness of the seat, chairs are divided into:

• hard - models without upholstery, for example, a wooden or plastic version;
• semi-soft - without springs, the flooring layer ranges from two to four centimeters;
• soft - always with springs and a flooring of 3-5 centimeters.

By the presence of armrests:

• without armrests;
• with hard, semi-soft, soft padded armrests.

Having decided on the choice of design, you should proceed to the consideration of materials.

Simple rigid chair models are made from inexpensive wood or plywood. They are environmentally friendly, lightweight and easy to use. You can paint them yourself in any color.

Massive chairs are distinguished by their powerful construction and weight. With proper care, they will last a long time and will not lose strength.

Tropical chairs are made from rattan, bamboo and are combined with textiles and plastic.

Chairs made of a metal frame are durable, they are not afraid of water, they serve for a long time.They can be either soft or with hard backs and seats made of plastic or wood. The upholstery is usually made of eco-leather, leatherette, velor. Leather seats are rare in the mass market, they are more often used in leatherette.

Plastic products are lightweight and resistant to moisture. They usually consist entirely of plastic or are combined with wood or metal elements. Plastic chairs are easy to care for and easy to clean. Often they can be folded to each other, which is also convenient to use.

The dimensions of the chairs vary depending on the purpose and location. A standard product should have a height of 80-90 cm, a seat width of at least 36 cm and a back height of 40-45 cm.

Office chairs can be taller than standard chairs in the range of 110-125 cm, with a seat width of at least 40 cm.

Bar stools are usually manufactured with a height of approximately 120 cm.The width of the seat is approximately 55 cm.

The backs can be curved or straight. The radius of curvature should be 22 cm with a back height of no more than 32 cm. With a straight back, the radius is 45 cm. If a person is tall, then the indicators in all parameters should be higher.

How to check if a chair fits or not? When sitting on it, the angle between the lower leg and the thigh should be straight, the feet should be completely adjacent to the floor.

For a large family of different ages, there is an excellent way out - purchasing chairs with height adjustment.

White is a symbol of purity and freshness. It reflects light well, which helps to visually transform the room and give comfort to even the simplest interior. The color accentuates the shape of the chairs, creating a contrast with the rest of the room.

White chairs can be combined with any other color in the design. Or combine the color of the frame, legs and seat. For example, the legs can be wood-colored and the frame and upholstery white.

It is appropriate to choose semi-soft and soft chairs in the living room, and solid white chairs are suitable for the kitchen.

When buying, you should pay attention to the style of the room and choose the appropriate chairs. Let's consider several style options.

• Classic. The austere models are made of natural wood and painted white. The straight back and seat are padded. A chair with four legs. Practical, aesthetic, durable.
• Provence. The chairs combine smooth, rounded shapes with a padded back and seat. They are made of solid wood, metal, sometimes decorated with cut or forged parts. They have curved legs. Models of this style are often artificially "aged". The upholstery can be decorated with floral, plant or stripes.
• Minimalism - hard wooden, metal, plastic chairs with different number of legs. They are distinguished by their simplicity of design, without unnecessary details and patterns.

Carving is used to decorate wooden chairs; legs, backs, armrests of chairs can be decorated with it. Carved patterns are on the same surface, or are embossed or three-dimensional.

Glossy surfaces of chairs made of wood and plywood are decorated with multilayer varnish, and plastic chairs - with a special laser paint technology (like lamination).

Forged patterns can be used in the design of metal products.

The choice of frame design is of great importance in the design of the white chair.

To create a unique design, use:

• engraving - mechanical drawing of a pattern on a tree;
• overlays and moldings, they imitate carvings and patterns, are attached with glue;
• inlay - decoration of chairs with pieces of various materials;
• painting, it is especially common in creating Provence style chairs. Various paints, paper will help create spectacular copies with a silver patina or gilding.

In the office or study, you should choose comfortable chairs, preferably with adjustable height and backrest tilt.The office is traditionally associated with models spinning on wheels. Recently, compact metal and composite products have become popular.

For the living room, you should choose white chairs with a medium or high back, comfortable armrests and semi-soft, soft upholstery.

Hard plastic or wooden chairs are ideal for the kitchen. They can be either simple or bar with a low back. It is easier to care for them, it is enough to wipe them down, and there is no need to worry about staining the upholstery.

To create an unusual indoor environment, you should use white products with an original silhouette and patterns.

Many people avoid buying white furniture because they think it is impractical and will get dirty faster. There is a deal of truth in it. This is especially true of chairs for the office, kitchen and children's room. The problem of soiling can be solved if you choose an easy-care material, for example, plastic or chairs with a glossy surface.

In addition, you can provide soft pillows on hard seats, covers for semi-soft and soft chairs, which can be washed or changed if dirty.

White has a neutral color, so these chairs will fit into any design, the main thing is to choose the material and the appropriate design.

White chairs can be found not only in the home interior or in the office. Often, the white plastic version is used in public institutions (in medical offices, in cafes, and others).

White chairs are also relevant for festive events. For example, they are used to decorate wedding feasts.

According to customer reviews, Italian brands are in the lead among foreign factories, they are distinguished by original design and high quality. We can mention such as "Dom Italia", "Calligaris", "Cannubia", "Midj".

Buyers note the quality of products from Malay (Teon Sheng) and Polish manufacturers (Signal, Halmar).

Among Russian factories, such firms as Ecomebel, Vista, Stella, Leader, Vasilievsky Lesokombinat are well-known.

The most common is the use of classic models in the interior of the living room. The white wooden chairs are simple in design. Thanks to the semi-soft leatherette upholstery, they are very comfortable to sit on. The products contrast with the black carpet and charcoal walls.

Plastic chairs with flowing lines and wooden legs adorn the modern kitchen. The seats are firm, but made comfortable and follow the curves of the body, allowing you to completely relax and enjoy your meal.

For information on how to make a white chair cover yourself, see the next video.