Chairs for the living room: varieties and tips for choosing

Any living space in an apartment or house requires furnishing with appropriate furniture. As for the living room, for a comfortable pastime in this room, you cannot do without chairs, which are presented in a wide variety of models, configurations and stylistic solutions.

Since chairs have long been an integral part of living room furnishings, furniture manufacturers today offer a large selection of similar designs that can be harmoniously combined with any style in the room. Today, such functional and decorative furniture is divided into several categories.

• Non-collapsible. They are a one-piece product that can be made from different raw materials. It will not be possible to disassemble or adjust the position of the fundamental elements of such chairs.

• Foldable. Such products are represented by options consisting of a certain number of necessary components, fixed to each other with the help of a number of additional elements. These can be staples, bolts, or screws. Disassembled chairs during storage take up a minimum of space in the room or storage space. However, in light of their frequent assembly, they can have a much lower service life compared to monolithic models.

• Stackable. Models that are in demand in rooms where there is a shortage of usable space. They are usually stacked after use.In light of their small appeal, chairs of this type for the most part act as components of the interior of living rooms of country houses or summer cottages.

• Chairs-transformers. Another type that is in demand in the light of the possibility of folding the structure after operation. Due to the peculiarities of their design, folding options very quickly become unusable.

Also, the classification of chairs for the living room is carried out based on the external design.

• Classic models. A similar look is presented by conventional chairs, which will have a soft or semi-soft seat. There are modern options with a rigid back. They are notable for the presence of a variety of decor, but the legs of the chairs will be predominantly straight.

• Viennese chairs. Furniture options with a solid seat, which is usually rounded. These structures are distinguished by their strength, have a minimum weight. The Viennese chair is in demand when decorating living rooms in classic and modern style.

• Semi-chairs. This type is distinguished by the presence of soft upholstery, as well as small armrests in height. Typically, these models have a wider and more comfortable seating area. However, half-chairs do not belong to the category of mobile products, so they are usually assigned a stationary place in the living room.

• Chairs-thrones. Such chairs are notable for the presence of a high back, in addition, they have impressive armrests. In most cases, throne chairs are made in an antique design, due to which they fit perfectly into the classic austere interiors of living rooms.

• Wicker chairs. Quite a popular version of furniture for the hall, which will not be able to fit into every design of a living space. Such products are in demand due to their compact size, light weight, visual appeal and elegance, as well as the environmental friendliness of the raw materials used for manufacturing.

• Armchair chair. Products for the production of which natural wood, leather, as well as metal, plastic and suede are used. It is the frame of such furniture that will be metal, while the back and armrests are usually made of wood. Such furniture is remarkable for its ease of use, since it has comfortable and spacious seat sizes.

Chairs include several components:

• seat;
• back;
• legs.

Structures can be made from one or more types of raw materials.

As a rule, a frame is made from this material. On sale, in most cases, you can find just such models of chairs for the hall.

Some exclusive design options can be made from rattan.

Metal legs and backs of chairs, even in the process of active use, will last many times longer than wooden ones. Such raw materials are used not only for the production of the frame of the chair model, but also as a decor for a combined type structure.

A demanded synthetic raw material, which today is quite often used among manufacturers of furniture for the home. A distinctive feature of plastic chairs is the variety of designs, as well as a wide range of colors.

As for the upholstery, it can be made from the following types of materials.

• Tapestry or jacquard. A functional and durable option for the external design of chairs, which is in demand due to its luxurious appearance and durability, which will be relevant for living rooms where chairs are actively used.

• Silk. A practical and durable material often used for luxury furniture for classically furnished halls.

• Atlas. The material is in demand due to its pleasant to the touch surface, in addition, chairs covered with it will have a stylish and attractive look. However, products in this design will require a special approach to care.

• Plush and velvet. Velvet upholstery on furniture looks luxurious and expensive, in addition, it will be very pleasant to sit on such material. Among the disadvantages of raw materials, it is worth highlighting the extremely poor wear resistance, in light of which the upholstery will need to be changed many times more often than other materials.

• Flock. An artificial material that will resemble velvet in some properties, but in terms of cost will be more affordable.

• Velours. It is an analogue of velvet, notable for its attractive appearance and democratic cost. During operation, it demonstrates good performance.

• Microfiber. A synthetic substitute for velor, which is in demand for upholstering furniture due to its strength, resistance to abrasion and mechanical damage.

• Mat. Quite dense and rough to the touch material, the demand for which is due to a large operational resource, as well as ease of maintenance.

• Chenille. Raw materials are good for moisture permeability, stand out with a dense and durable structure, practicality in terms of frequent use, which will be relevant for chairs in the living room.

• Leather. Raw materials from an expensive product line, strong and durable. Manufacturers use aniline and semi-aniline leather for upholstery.

• Artificial leather. An inexpensive and practical option that is not inferior in its characteristics to natural raw materials, it stands out for its visual appeal, as well as a more affordable cost.

The color palette in which living room chairs can be made varies based on the type of raw material used to make the furniture.

Among the products made of plastic, wicker models, you can find chairs in bright and unusual colors, including shades of white and black, flashy turquoise, yellow, green and purple colors.

Chairs can be made in the following stylistic directions:

• classic - notable for its austere forms and the use of valuable wood species;

• baroque and rococo - stand out from the general assortment with vintage lines and decor;

• modern - interesting in the use of modern and classic materials, smooth lines and correct geometry with Italian notes;

• country - chairs with a simple design, mostly in pastel colors;

• high tech - abounds in the presence of metal elements, the use of combined raw materials.

Today on the market of furniture products are presented products of the following manufacturers:

• Camelgroupe;

• Maronese;

• Ashle;

• "Shatura";

• "Furniture of the Chernozem region";

• Bakokko etc.

When choosing such a functional piece of living room interior as a chair, such recommendations should be taken into account.

• It is important to test the models you like on yourself and your family members, since the model will be comfortable if the legs of a person in a sitting position touch the floor surface with their feet. Therefore, the height of the structures will be of paramount importance.
• Seat width should be greater than standard hip measurements. It is also worth paying attention to the upholstery material, especially if you are purchasing chairs with a back or half-chairs with armrests. Hard options will not be convenient for every person who wants to relax in the living room while eating or socializing.
• Today, there are models on sale in which the height can be adjusted to suit your individual characteristics and preferences.
• It is worth trying the backrest angle. Not only convenience, but also the stability of the entire structure will depend on this nuance.
• It is worth choosing chairs for the halls, focusing on the general style of the room. This applies not only to the shape and variety, but also to the color.
• For people whose body weight will exceed 120 kilograms, there are special models with a reinforced frame that can cope with such a load.
• When choosing an upholstery material, it is worth focusing not only on tactile sensations, but also on the peculiarities of caring for a particular material, since chairs are often used furniture.
• As practice shows, structures with armrests will be the most comfortable in terms of operation, and wood and metal will become the durable material of the frame.

Classic massive wooden furniture with leather upholstery will decorate the interior of a modern room, adding luxury and comfort to the overall decoration. In addition, the soft, high-backed seats will make you feel comfortable, conducive to a leisurely conversation.

Light and light designs with a discreet floral print will be a great addition to the living room interior, highlighting the dining area.

Vintage furniture in a conservative style will harmoniously look in a modern living room interior, while allowing the whole family to sit comfortably at the dining table in a spacious and bright room.

Review of chairs for the living room "Arcadia", see below.