Wooden chairs: 90 photos of a choice of models with hard and soft seats

It would seem that what could be simpler than an ordinary chair? In fact, this piece of furniture has always inspired designers all over the world, who have created endless interpretations of it - for every taste and for all occasions! We have selected the most popular models to look into the history of these “designer delights”.

Chairs are the most popular type of furniture when it comes to decorating the interiors of apartments, offices and most public places. Only with their help can you add comfort and coziness to the room, refresh the interior or add a stylish accent. Many modern chair models have historical roots. The other part is modern interpretations or replicas of the works of outstanding designers; such chairs can become the real heart of a fashionable interior.

To make it easier to understand the huge number of different chairs, they can be divided into groups depending on their purpose:

Office chairs
Dining chairs
Chairs for home
Bar chairs
Chairs for cafes and restaurants
Armchairs (chairs with armrests)

Wooden chairs in the interior

The main advantage of such chairs is their durability, as well as increased attractiveness. All models have a pleasant appearance, many are universal and can be used in a wide variety of designs. It is worth considering that they can be painted or retain the color of the natural material.

Wooden furniture can be used in almost any room; there are no special restrictions. Here is a general list of rooms where it is possible to use such chairs:

canteens;
kitchens;
living rooms;
bedrooms and children's rooms;
hallways;
garden furniture.

For each room and interior style, it is worth choosing suitable chairs.

Separately, it is worth considering the features of wooden chairs; here we will analyze only the most basic nuances that are inherent in all such furniture. Individual models may have additional pros and cons.

Here are the main advantages.

Environmental friendliness. The tree is almost completely safe. It does not emit harmful substances, which allows it to be used even by people with allergies and in children's rooms.
Solid wood chairs have a high level of durability. It is not easy to break such furniture; it lasts quite a long time.
Attractive appearance. Even without special finishing efforts, these chairs look great. Therefore, they can be used almost everywhere. Wood is easy to process; this allows you to customize furniture to the most complex styles and design solutions.

Flaws.

High price. Wood is now highly valued, so furniture made from it costs a lot. It also affects that designer chairs are often made from solid wood. They are more expensive than conventional mass furnishings.
Need for care. It is necessary to periodically renew the protective coating, otherwise cracks and other damage will appear, worsening the appearance of the product.
Tendency to be attacked by pests or rodents.

How important the pros and cons are, each owner decides for himself. The main thing is that there is no discomfort while using the chairs.

DIY fishing chair

There are many options for making your own fishing chair. As a rule, most fishermen opt for a simple model that has minimal weight and takes up a minimum of free space. Many people believe that a chair is necessary to facilitate the fishing process, making it more comfortable. A higher level of comfort requires a more serious design, which is unlikely to be light and will take up a lot of space. In some cases, this is not of fundamental importance if there is something to transport fishing gear and other accessories.

The following designs may be most useful for fishing:

Chair-lounger

Many anglers take similar structures with them if fishing is planned for a long period. Everyone knows that fish bite is not regular and it takes breaks, especially during the day. When there is no bite, you can lie down, only occasionally looking at the bite indicator. If you install an electronic indicator, you will never miss the moment of a bite. Naturally, a lounge chair is not a simple design, it is not light, and it takes up a lot of space during transportation.

Armchair with backrest

This is quite a useful thing, because it allows you to relax your back, which is important, especially for older anglers. The armchair chair can be used in other cases. These models are taken with them when they go fishing for several days, for example, on a weekend.

Box chair

This design has a number of advantages compared to other models, since you can not only sit on it, but also store fishing equipment, as well as caught fish. The box chair is not in particular demand among summer fishing enthusiasts, but winter fishing enthusiasts appreciate the advantages of this model. Most winter fishing enthusiasts have such a box chair in their arsenal, since it is an irreplaceable thing.

Regular folding chair

Naturally, such a chair does not have the necessary level of comfort, but it has a number of advantages. Firstly, it is lightweight as it is made from lightweight materials. Secondly, it takes up little space and can be transported even on a bicycle, which cannot be said about other designs. There are claims that sitting on such a chair is as comfortable as sitting on the ground or on a stump. Firstly, it is unlikely that you will be able to find a stump of the required height in the place where you are fishing, and secondly, sitting on the ground near a reservoir may not pass without a trace, especially since you have to sit for a long time. In addition, such a folding chair is not difficult to make yourself. Moreover, it will take a little money and time.

Types of models, their purpose and features

It is also worth dividing chairs by variety. This helps you find good options for your room and needs. Usually divided into the following groups:

Classic chairs. They have standard legs, seats and backrests. Sometimes they can be equipped with armrests. The classic ones include kitchen and dining models; here they are most often found. They can also be used for almost any purpose and task.
Bars. There are practically no completely wooden models in this category; a combination of metal and wood is used. It is very rare to find variations entirely made of wood. The bar stool differs in height and is also often decorated with carvings and other decorative elements.
Foldable. The best option for small apartments, they can always be folded and save space. They differ in the presence of a mechanism, this is their main drawback. The folding mechanism should be carefully maintained. There are options called transformers, which can not only fold, but also change the angle of the backrest up to horizontal. Usually made with a minimum of decoration, the main goal is functionality.
Garden. They can have different shapes, but the main difference is the mandatory processing of the material. This extends the life of the chair. Ideal for use on verandas and terraces.
Armchair chair. It differs from the classic one in armrests, which are equipped with sidewalls, this makes such furniture more convenient to use. There are a large number of models, often designed for dining rooms or expensive living room interiors.

It is also worth noting that all of the listed varieties are also divided into soft and hard. The former have a seat made of upholstery with filling, the latter are made entirely of wood.

Dimensions

Based on the intended purpose and operating conditions, a folding tourist chair should have the most compact dimensions.

Garden folding structures, on the contrary, can be quite spacious and bulky, providing the possibility of additional use of pillows and blankets to increase operating comfort.

What species are wooden chairs made from?

Wooden chairs are made from a variety of species. This allows us to provide the consumer with different characteristics and costs. Let's look at the most popular types of wood.

Ash. Vaguely reminiscent of oak, but lighter. Has an original texture. It does not polish very well and requires mandatory treatment with antiseptics. It is not recommended to use for garden furniture, as it is afraid of moisture.
Oak. It is most resistant to rotting, so it can be used everywhere. It has a high density, so solid oak weighs quite a lot. The chairs made from it are good quality. It has a nice texture, but doesn't polish very well.
Maple. It has a homogeneous structure. The wood pattern is beautiful, especially the bird's eye pattern. Furniture made from them is highly decorative. The main disadvantage is considered to be instability to moisture, so processing is required.
Nut. It is varied in shades, usually the older the tree, the darker the color of the material. It stains well, so it is often used for painting “to match expensive species.” It has a soft structure, so it does not withstand heavy loads.
Alder. The breed does not have a pronounced texture. It is usually used in painted form. The main advantage is low cost.
Cherry. It has almost the same density as oak, but is more plastic and easier to process. It has a clear structure that is not lost during grinding. If exposed to the sun for a long time, this tree may crack.
Rattan. One of the lightest wood materials. Therefore, it is often used for garden furniture, because it is regularly moved. Not resistant to moisture, requires treatment with antiseptics for protection.

Any wood, regardless of its species, requires protection from rot or insects.

Features of manufacturing folding furniture

To make a folding chair with your own hands, you need to select a model and design in advance, and decide on the intended purpose of the structure.

It is important to understand that you can often produce only garden and home furniture with your own hands, but for hiking, fishing and picnics it is better to purchase ready-made structures.

You can use lumber and high-quality, reliable fittings as raw materials; improvised building materials are suitable for folding stools.

Such structures can be used in the garden as good quality garden furniture by constructing a frame and adding a cover made of durable fabric to it.

Modern manufacturers offer a wide variety of economy class and increased comfort models. When buying camping equipment, home furniture and structures for the implementation of hobbies, it is necessary to select the optimal combination of cost and quality of the products offered.

Types of decor for solid wood chairs

To optimally fit a wooden chair into the interior, a variety of decor is used. Natural wood does not always look good enough, so it must be coated with varnish or paint. Nowadays, a popular solution is white varnish, which is used to decorate furniture. Such chairs fit perfectly not only into the kitchen or dining room, but also into any room. Moreover, it practically does not matter what style the designer used. When choosing varnish, preference is given to varieties with antiseptic properties.

There are many options for chairs upholstered in fabric or leather. A lot depends on what room the furniture is intended for. It is necessary to take into account its compatibility with other elements of the decor. There are inexpensive options with artificial leather.

Carvings and other wood decorations can be used. Chairs like these look very good. Most often, armchairs are decorated with carvings.

Recommendations

Many fishermen practice making various accessories with their own hands. Firstly, it is interesting, and secondly, this approach allows you to save significant money. If you buy a chair for a fisherman, even the simplest one, you will have to part with a certain amount of money, and a considerable one.

But if you have extra funds, and do not have the desire or skills to make at least a basic product with your own hands, then you can go to a fishing store and buy any chair you like. As a rule, the store always has a wide range of similar products that can satisfy any category of consumer. Here you can buy both a simple folding chair and an armchair with armrests: if only you had the money.

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Frame

The basis of the chair is the frame. It can be performed using various methods. The simplest option is a wooden frame made of dies. They are connected to each other in a groove. This is a durable design. In some cases, another crossbar may be added.

The joints must be glued. This provides protection from drying out and loosening. Sometimes, instead of grooves, a connection with tenons is used.

It is possible to find wooden chairs with a metal frame. This provides additional strength and durability to the product. Caracas can be made entirely of metal or combined with wood. In the latter case, only the corners are made of metal, which make the connection more durable.

All metal elements must be regularly treated against corrosion.

Comfort

Additional functions and accessories of folding chairs will help to increase the level of comfort and ensure excellent rest in any conditions.

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Backrests and armrests, additional footrests and overhead tables will be an excellent addition to compact and comfortable designs.

Back and seat

The back can be high, medium or low. Low chairs include chairs with backs up to the lower back or slightly higher. Standard or medium-height backrests reach the shoulder blades. High ones can reach neck level or even higher.

Backs are also divided according to shape. They can be:

straight;
corsetry;
orthopedic;
end-to-end.

The seats are soft and hard. Almost always, rigid ones are made of the same material as the frame. It is worth considering the soft seats in more detail; there is a wide variety of materials.

The following materials can be used as filler.

Sintepon. One of the cheapest materials, but it does not last long and wears out quickly.
Foam rubber. Similar to the previous material, but more durable.
Horsehair. To increase service life, it must be treated with silicone. It is a durable filler, which is also environmentally friendly.

The seat depth is usually 450-470 mm. Width 420-500 mm.

Daily amount of feces

With a mixed diet, the daily amount of feces can vary widely. The average is about 150-400 g. Note that when consuming predominantly plant foods, the amount of feces may increase, while animal feces may decrease.

A significant increase or decrease in fecal mass is a kind of alarm signal. The main causes of polyfecality (increased amount of feces) include:

eating a lot of fiber;
stomach diseases accompanied by impaired protein digestion;
intestinal diseases accompanied by impaired absorption of food, water and increased peristalsis, as well as secretion of inflammatory exudate and mucus into the intestinal lumen (enteritis, polyps);
disease of the liver, gastric bladder and biliary tract, leading to impaired bile secretion and absorption in the colon;
disease of the pancreas with insufficiency of its exocrine function (insufficient digestion of proteins and fats);
eating a lot of fiber.

The main reasons for a decrease in the amount of feces include:

the predominance of easily digestible foods in the diet;
reducing the amount of food eaten;
the presence of constipation, in which, due to prolonged retention of feces in the large intestine and maximum absorption of water, the volume of feces decreases.

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Styles

Wooden chairs are used in a variety of styles. Let's consider the main directions of design.

Country. All chairs support the principle that the simpler or more natural, the better. The seats are square in shape; branches, snags, and stumps can be used as decoration. Designers strive to get closer to nature.
Rococo/Baroque. The chairs have curved legs, asymmetrical backrests, and hanging armrests. Such furniture is always upholstered. They can be decorated with carvings and gilding. The chairs are more like armchairs.
Provence. Another rustic style, but with palace manners. The legs are made only curved, the backs are oval with a soft insert. The seats are often in the form of a low square chair.
Modern. The base material is wood. There are no specific rules. All models are distinguished by the presence of designer decor. Floral and plant patterns, as well as elven-style decorations, are often found.

Consistency (density) of stool

Normally, the stool is soft and formed. Feces should consist of 70% water, 30% from the remains of processed food, exfoliated intestinal cells and dead bacteria.

The presence of pathology is indicated by liquid, foamy, ointment-like, mushy, semi-liquid, excessively dense or putty-like stool.

Pasty stools – with increased peristalsis, inflammation or increased secretion in the intestines, may be associated with the consumption of large amounts of plant foods.
Very dense “sheep” feces - observed with constipation and dehydration, may be a sign of a mechanical obstruction in the rectum.
Ointment-like - observed in diseases of the pancreas, a sharp decrease in the flow of bile into the intestines, and may be associated with increased consumption of fatty foods the day before. The frequent appearance of ointment-like stool may be a symptom of pancreatic diseases and insufficient bile secretion.
Liquid - observed when the passage of feces is accelerated, the absorption or digestion of food in the small intestine is impaired, it is a symptom of toxic infection, acute intestinal infection, poisoning.
Foamy - observed when fermentation processes in the intestines prevail over the rest.

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Criteria for choosing wooden chairs

Now let's figure out how to choose the right chair for your home. There are several rules.

Choose models treated with varnish. They last longer and also look more impressive.
The frame must be strong and reliable. It is possible to use metal inserts.
The thickness of the legs must be at least 25 mm in diameter. This will make it more convenient to use the chairs.
Be sure to consider the design of the product. It must completely match the rest of the interior.

Bowel gases

Gases are a natural byproduct of food digestion and fermentation as it moves through the gastrointestinal tract. An adult excretes about 0.2-0.5 liters of gas per day.

Gas formation occurs during the digestion process in the stomach due to the activity of microorganisms that inhabit the intestines. They decompose nutrients, releasing hydrogen sulfide, methane, carbon dioxide and hydrogen.

A normal increase in the amount of gases is considered:

when consumed in large quantities of carbohydrates and fiber;
swallowing large amounts of air while drinking and eating;
consuming foods that stimulate fermentation processes, as well as dairy products for lactose intolerance.

An increase in the amount of gases can be observed with the following pathologies.

Intestinal dysbiosis.
Celiac disease.
Irritable bowel syndrome.
Malabsorption.
Enzyme deficiency of the pancreas.
Chronic liver diseases: hepatitis, cholecystitis, cirrhosis.
Chronic intestinal diseases (enteritis, colitis).
Peptic ulcer of the stomach and duodenum, gastritis.

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