Upholstered chairs make a statement in the dining room.
Dining room chairs covered with fabric generally are referred to as upholstered chairs. Sometimes the entire chair is upholstered, but more commonly fabric only covers the seat.
Types
Dining room chairs can be covered in a variety of fabrics, from vinyl and leather to damask and velvet. The style of the chair often dictates the type of upholstery. For instance, a bright cotton chintz fabric suits a casual farm chair in a breakfast nook, while velvet is more appropriate for a formal dining armchair.
Considerations
It's more difficult to clean upholstered dining chairs than regular dining chairs. If young children live in the home, easy-to-clean vinyl upholstery is a practical choice. For more formal chairs, consider a washable slipcover to protect the finer upholstery.
Benefits
Upholstered chairs add color and pattern to a room, and the fabric can help tie together other accessories in the space. Chairs, particularly those with only upholstered seats, are fairly simple for a handy homeowner to reupholster when it's time to update the decor.
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