Cross back: Cross back or X-back chairs give your dining area a light and airy look thanks to their openness. Choose cross back dining chair types made of wood for traditional styling, or opt for cross back chairs made of metal or even plastic for a bold contemporary look.
Dining Chair Base Styles
Cantilever: One of the most striking dining chair types for contemporary spaces, cantilever chairs eschew the traditional four-leg design in favour of an L-shape frame that makes the seat of the chair look like it is floating. The frame is usually metal, creating an ultra-modern look.
Sleigh: Sleigh leg dining chairs are great for an open look that adds space around your dining table. The legs on each side are connected at the base, evoking the look of sleigh runners and leaving the front and back of the chair base open.
Pedestal: If space is at a premium in your dining area, pedestal legs can give everyone a bit more room to move. Instead of the four legs of the chair being positioned at the four corners of the seat, they are in the centre to add more room around the base of the seat.
Tulip: A single pedestal, usually with a wide, rounded foot, forms the base of this chair and creates a sleek look that is great for retro-inspired or modern dining rooms. If you have a kitchen island or high table and you want coordinating dining chairs and bar stools, you may consider this type.
There are so many different dining chair types that we can only scratch the surface of all the options in the massive collection of dining chairs available at Corcoran’s. But we hope this offers an overview of some of the dining chair types you may not be familiar with, and gives you some ideas for the best chairs for your own kitchen or dining room.
Shop dining chairs online now or visit our stores to see even more great chair options to pair with your dining table and enhance your mealtimes. And if you have any questions about the best chairs for your space or the other styles available, get in touch! Our furniture experts can help you choose the perfect dining chairs for your home.
