Dinings chairs to go with a wooden oak table

8 years ago

I have an extendable oak dining table! Love the table and keeping it for our move, but ditching the cheap horrid chairs which are on their last legs. I have my eye on a Eames DSW replica chair. I quite like the idea of doing a mis match of colours. I wanted to ask about thoughts of a dsw chair with a oak table. Also any recommendations on good replicas in the UK. There are loads on Ebay but I worry a little of the quality. Any other 'modern' chair suggestions would be greatly recommended. Wooden flooring in the house so need legs that don't scratch. Ta.

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Cathy Phillips & Co

8 years ago

The DSW chair comes in lovely bluey green sea colours which look great mixed. The Kartell Masters chair is another option - it's really comfortable, and comes in rust and mustard, which would tone beautifully with your oak table. Please do consider originals not replicas - there's no guarantee of quality otherwise...the originals, from John Lewis or Heals among others, really are affordable....

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newton81
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8 years ago
Thank you very much. I do like the look of the Kartell chair too. I will try it when I am next in JL. Unfortuntely £300 a chair isn't very afforable for me : (
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8 years ago
Hi, I agree with Cathy Phillips & Co. ... getting the original from a reputable source is the only guaranty to quality. I also agree with you, originals are not cheap! How about a mix and match?

You could get the 'odd one out' designer chair, a really colourful piece, a quirky stand out design to place at the head of the table and then 4 (or 6 depend on the table size) cheaper chairs.

Here is a link that you may find inspiring:

http://www.myparadissi.com/2014/03/the-dining-chairs-mix-and-match-guide.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed:+MyParadissi+(My+Paradissi)

Also, if you are concern about your floor, consider adding a rug large enough to accommodate the chairs movement. This will give you the option of a wider choice for the chairs.
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newton81
Original Author
8 years ago
That could work and I could slowly build up the collection. I know it's a long term investment. Thank you for the link on mix and matching.
newton81
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8 years ago
I like the look of the playing with height, and having a bench on one end.
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Amber Jeavons Ltd
8 years ago
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Hello Newton81,

You're not alone... There are few of us who can afford what we really want .. So.. Given that you understand that replica means just that.. You are getting more or less what you pay for.. things can still be made well but not carry the "name" but it's true... Some replicas or copies are not made that well.. So it's wise to look around.. The other thing to consider too is that things are often priced because of the "name" So.. It's good to really look carefully and think on exactly what it is you're spending for.... Useful chair or the name! (yes beauty and design..)

Sometimes a copy is as good as the real thing.. and if it means having more in the pocket, then even better... Who said a rolex had to be real! It's cool 2 b a copy! : ) )

Clients come with all manner of ideals and budgets.. big and small.. So finding ways to achieve the look they want at the price the wallet can afford is something that has to be considered..

I have picked 2 with an addition of an armchair.. I think it's nice to have an armchair for the heads of the table.. but maybe you don't like that idea... see the link below.. It's not Vitra! but... See what you think... Look at the returns policy and materials.. then decide which way you want to go.. ask about damages etc and weigh up the cost of a copy vs the real deal...

My big love is the Cherner chair... I'd love both of them : ) )

http://www.swiveluk.com/uk/charles-eames-style-dsw-abs-plastic-chair.html

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http://www.swiveluk.com/uk/charles-eames-style-daw-abs-plastic-chair.html

for the heads of the table..

Maybe you buy 3 copies for the price of 1 original.. Then you replace gradually..
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Juliet Docherty
8 years ago
I bought copies for £30 each. I spoke to the supplier first who assured me they were as I wanted them (ie. not too shiny and off white). They look superb and are really comfy. Having looked at the John Lewis ones, there is very little difference.
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newton81
Original Author
8 years ago
Colourhappy could I ask where you got yours from? I've decided to go with cheaper replicas, but splash out after Christmas on some nice head of the table chairs.
Juliet Docherty
8 years ago
http://www.milandirect.co.uk/home-furniture/most-popular/eames-furniture-replica/dsw-dining-side-chair-wooden-legs-eames-reproduction-white/

Hi newton81, I looked in my bookmarks and had about 6 different suppliers. I THINK it was the one above. I would phone them and check that they are as you want them (ie not too shiny etc) just to be sure. I did have a look at the John Lewis ones the other day and they are lovely, but these are pretty damn good for the price.

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