dutchcrafters ultimate guide to dining chairs
TRANSCRIPT
A STYLE DESIGN ANDSIZING GUIDE FROM THE
AMISH FURNITUREEXPERTS
CHOOSING THE PERFECT DINING
ROOM CHAIR
DUTCHCRAFTERSCOM
CREATED WITH LOVE BY
Families spend hours sitting around the dining room ndash relaxing studying eating
and sharing storiesAt DutchCrafters wersquore here to make sure that the chairs you choose fit your
style your dimensions your family and your needs
We have thousands of chair combinations here at Dutchcrafters so itrsquos not surprising that customers often ask us how to choose the right dining
room chair With our customers in mind we put together some key tips
and advice on picking the perfect Amish chair for your home or for your
commercial location
WHY WE MADE THIS GUIDE
Are you ready to update your dining room Then letrsquos get started
TABLE OF CONTENTS
I MEASURING FOR YOUR CHAIRS
II GETTING THE HEIGHT RIGHT
III IM BIG AND TALL - NOW WHAT
SIZE
STYLEI TO ARM OR NOT TO ARM
III WOOD OR UPHOLSTERY
IV MAKING WOOD amp STAIN CHOICES
QUALITY
IIWHY CHOOSE A DUTCHCRAFTERSAMISH DINING CHAIR
IWHAT MAKES A QUALITY CHAIR
II SHOULD I CHOOSE A DINING BENCH
CLICK AN IMAGE OR
HIGHLIGHTED TEXT
TO SHOP
SIZEI MEASURING FOR YOUR
CHAIRS
Be sure to measure your dining room spaceand table before you purchase your solidwood chairs When you are planning how
many chairs to seat around your dining tableplan for 24rdquo to 30rdquo per person to allow
plenty of room for your guests You can alsoadd 5rdquo to 6rdquo to the overall width of the
chair which will mean plenty of space at thetable so your friends and family donrsquot feel too
jam-packed The table type also willinfluence how many chairs will fit Pedestal
tables and trestle tables will allow moreroom than leg table where the chairs will
have to fit between the table legs
II GETTING THE HEIGHT RIGHT
You have three options here StandardCounter and BarGathering height
STANDARD HEIGHT 18 - 23 tall Theseare (you guessed it) the industry standard which
means there are plenty available in a zilliondesigns Average peoples feet will touch theground in these chairs which many prefer for
comfort
COUNTER HEIGHT 24 - 26 tall Usually considered less formal than standard height
chairs these are often found in kitchen and prep areas They have the added illusion of taking up
less space making them ideal for smaller rooms or areas
BARGATHERING HEIGHT 28 - 30 tallThese are the most casual and fit in the smallestspaces Typically reserved for corner pub andbar set-ups they truly are the perfect chair or
stool height for gathering
LETS BREAK THESE DOWN FOR YOU
III IM BIG AND TALL - NOWWHAT
No worries One of the best things aboutshopping DutchCrafters solid wood chairs is thatwe can customize chairs just for you - for your
height for your comfortWe also have plenty of available options withextra depth width and height built right in
CHECK OUT SOME OF OUR FAVORITES
STANDARD - 18NANTUCKET FANBCAK
WINDSOR CHAIR
COUNTER OR BAR - 24 amp 30AMISH SHAKER BAR STOOL
COUNTER OR BAR -24 amp 30
AMISH TRENTON BARSTOOL
STYLEChoosing a dining chair style that suits your
family probably seems overwhelming at first -after all you picked Dutchcrafters Amish
Furniture because you want your chairs to last alifetime so youve just got to get it right right
Dont fret Not only have we put together thishandy guide weve also got some great furniturespecialists to help you make your decision just as
soon as you call them at 8662726773
basics
TRADITIONAL
CONTEMPORARY
MISSION
WINDSOR
Think ornatebacks curvedlegs and carvingStately royalchairs
Simple StraightNo frills nary acurve in sightAppealing basicTimeless
The wildcardTypically sleekand sassy withsharp arcs andangles
A classic casualand comfortablechair Feels veryNew England Athome inside ampout
I TO ARM OR NOT TO ARMDecisions decisions Here are a few quick
facts about arms chairs (also calledcaptains chairs) and armless chairs thatshould help you make the right choice(s)
ARMS CHAIRS ARE USUALLY AT THEENDS OF THE TABLE
This is entirely up to you of course but itsstandard formal practice to place arms chairs atthe head and foot of the table and armless chairs
at the sides
ARMLESS CHAIRS TAKE UP LESSSPACE - VISUALLY AND PHYSICALLY
This is especially important if youre space is onthe smaller side Its also a style thing - armless
chairs tend to be more spare and modern-looking Additionally armless chair seats are
more narrow
ARMS CHAIRS WONT SLIDE UNDERTHE TABLE
People usually forget that the arms run into thetable skirt On the plus side though arms chairshelp keep kids elbows off the table and elderly
diners more comfortable
Its definitely a happy medium to consider Benchesoffer a variety of convenient benefits if youre
looking to bring more people to the table in a tighterarea -- they can slide under the dining table when
not in use or hold a crowd of kids during bigfamily dinners when chairs are at a premium
The most popular way to employ a dining bench isin addition to chairs typically with three sides ofchairs to one bench Dining benches on both sides
of the table can up the WOW factor in a granddining room but can skew a little informal (read
picnic table) in traditional dining spaces
II SHOULD I CHOOSE A DININGBENCH
BRECKENRIDGEBENCH
COLEBROOKBENCH
III UPHOLSTERY OR WOOD
Classic question And for good reason There aretwo main points to consider
DO YOU HAVE YOUNG CHILDRENIts not a deal-breaker but solid wood chair seats
without upholstery are always going to be easier to clean up after a messy dinner than upholstered seating
That said most of our upholstery is stain-resistant and can be additionally safeguarded with various
store-bought sprays upon arrival
WHATS YOUR COMFORT LEVELRepeat after us solid wood chairs are comfortableThe gracious curved back of some of our designs hug
your spine and scooped seats let you sink right into thechair Were talking more about the look of comfort Ourbeautiful upholstered chairs looks plush even decadentand somewhat feminine Our solid wood chairs offer a
cleaner stronger look
IV HOW TO MAKE WOOD ANDFINISH CHOICES
LOOK AT YOUR OTHER FURNISHINGSA great way to determine the direction for your
dining room chairs final look is to look around -what wood and finish choice do you already own
and (presumably) love From there
MATCH THEM Look through our collection of wood types and ourcollection of finishes to identify a few combos that
you think might match your current furnishingsGive Dutchcrafters a call at 8662726773 andwell send you free samples of your wood and
stain choices to ensure the perfect match
Which of our wood and finish combinations willsuit you best Dutchcrafters has thousands of
possible combinations so lets narrow them down
OR COMPLEMENT THEMContrasting pieces are surging in popularity If
you have a blonde dining table try dark chairs withblonde seats (or vice versa) If you have a painted
cream distressed hutch in the room try paintedblack chairs with the same level of distressingTake your time and full advantage of our free
wood and finish samples to match your vision
QUALITYI WHAT MAKES A QUALITY
CHAIR
CHECK OUT THE CONSTRUCTIONNot to brag but heres what youll find on most of
Dutchcrafters solid wood dining chairs
bull Corner braces for added strength oftenattached with intricate triple-grooved finger joints
bull Hand-shaped seats which are carefullyscooped shaped and sanded to provide ideal
seating comfortbull Superior mortise and tenon joinery - a well-
established and respcted woodworking techniquebull Leveled legs
bull Screw reinforcementbull Steam bent chair parts
Your dining chairs are going to get a lot of dailyuse With this in mind you should understand thatthis isnt the place for veneers or particle board orlazy joinery - the last thing you want is for a loved
one to sit for dinner and end up in a heap on thefloor So how can you tell that your chair will stand
test test of time and wear
SEE OUR SUPERIOR CONSTRUCTION
II WHY CHOOSE A DUTCHCRAFTERS AMISH
DINING CHAIRBECAUSE THE AMISH HAVE BEEN AT
THIS AWHILEEver since the inception of Colonial furniturearound 1776 the American Amish have been
creating testing designing crafting and perfectingthe art of solid wood furniture
They do not take shortcuts They do not work infactories Their skilled hands produce furnituremade for familes who will pass it down through
generations much as they have passed down theirknowledge of the craft for hundreds of years
BECAUSE WE BRING THAT SAMECOMMITMENT TO OUR CUSTOMERSSince 2003 Mennonite-owned DutchCrafters
Amish Handcrafted Furniture has been travelingthroughout Americas Amish Country seeking and
sourcing the best pieces for our loyal fan baseWe specialize in bringing this heirloom-quality
furniture to your home with simple financing flat-rate shipping and award-winning customer
service
LEARN MORE ABOUT THEDUTCHCRAFTERS DIFFERENCE
NEXT STEPS
BROWSE OUR DINING CHAIRS
SEE OUR AMISH COUNTRY
MEET OUR MAKERS
TALK TO OUR SPECIALISTS
HEAR FROM OUR CUSTOMERS
Families spend hours sitting around the dining room ndash relaxing studying eating
and sharing storiesAt DutchCrafters wersquore here to make sure that the chairs you choose fit your
style your dimensions your family and your needs
We have thousands of chair combinations here at Dutchcrafters so itrsquos not surprising that customers often ask us how to choose the right dining
room chair With our customers in mind we put together some key tips
and advice on picking the perfect Amish chair for your home or for your
commercial location
WHY WE MADE THIS GUIDE
Are you ready to update your dining room Then letrsquos get started
TABLE OF CONTENTS
I MEASURING FOR YOUR CHAIRS
II GETTING THE HEIGHT RIGHT
III IM BIG AND TALL - NOW WHAT
SIZE
STYLEI TO ARM OR NOT TO ARM
III WOOD OR UPHOLSTERY
IV MAKING WOOD amp STAIN CHOICES
QUALITY
IIWHY CHOOSE A DUTCHCRAFTERSAMISH DINING CHAIR
IWHAT MAKES A QUALITY CHAIR
II SHOULD I CHOOSE A DINING BENCH
CLICK AN IMAGE OR
HIGHLIGHTED TEXT
TO SHOP
SIZEI MEASURING FOR YOUR
CHAIRS
Be sure to measure your dining room spaceand table before you purchase your solidwood chairs When you are planning how
many chairs to seat around your dining tableplan for 24rdquo to 30rdquo per person to allow
plenty of room for your guests You can alsoadd 5rdquo to 6rdquo to the overall width of the
chair which will mean plenty of space at thetable so your friends and family donrsquot feel too
jam-packed The table type also willinfluence how many chairs will fit Pedestal
tables and trestle tables will allow moreroom than leg table where the chairs will
have to fit between the table legs
II GETTING THE HEIGHT RIGHT
You have three options here StandardCounter and BarGathering height
STANDARD HEIGHT 18 - 23 tall Theseare (you guessed it) the industry standard which
means there are plenty available in a zilliondesigns Average peoples feet will touch theground in these chairs which many prefer for
comfort
COUNTER HEIGHT 24 - 26 tall Usually considered less formal than standard height
chairs these are often found in kitchen and prep areas They have the added illusion of taking up
less space making them ideal for smaller rooms or areas
BARGATHERING HEIGHT 28 - 30 tallThese are the most casual and fit in the smallestspaces Typically reserved for corner pub andbar set-ups they truly are the perfect chair or
stool height for gathering
LETS BREAK THESE DOWN FOR YOU
III IM BIG AND TALL - NOWWHAT
No worries One of the best things aboutshopping DutchCrafters solid wood chairs is thatwe can customize chairs just for you - for your
height for your comfortWe also have plenty of available options withextra depth width and height built right in
CHECK OUT SOME OF OUR FAVORITES
STANDARD - 18NANTUCKET FANBCAK
WINDSOR CHAIR
COUNTER OR BAR - 24 amp 30AMISH SHAKER BAR STOOL
COUNTER OR BAR -24 amp 30
AMISH TRENTON BARSTOOL
STYLEChoosing a dining chair style that suits your
family probably seems overwhelming at first -after all you picked Dutchcrafters Amish
Furniture because you want your chairs to last alifetime so youve just got to get it right right
Dont fret Not only have we put together thishandy guide weve also got some great furniturespecialists to help you make your decision just as
soon as you call them at 8662726773
basics
TRADITIONAL
CONTEMPORARY
MISSION
WINDSOR
Think ornatebacks curvedlegs and carvingStately royalchairs
Simple StraightNo frills nary acurve in sightAppealing basicTimeless
The wildcardTypically sleekand sassy withsharp arcs andangles
A classic casualand comfortablechair Feels veryNew England Athome inside ampout
I TO ARM OR NOT TO ARMDecisions decisions Here are a few quick
facts about arms chairs (also calledcaptains chairs) and armless chairs thatshould help you make the right choice(s)
ARMS CHAIRS ARE USUALLY AT THEENDS OF THE TABLE
This is entirely up to you of course but itsstandard formal practice to place arms chairs atthe head and foot of the table and armless chairs
at the sides
ARMLESS CHAIRS TAKE UP LESSSPACE - VISUALLY AND PHYSICALLY
This is especially important if youre space is onthe smaller side Its also a style thing - armless
chairs tend to be more spare and modern-looking Additionally armless chair seats are
more narrow
ARMS CHAIRS WONT SLIDE UNDERTHE TABLE
People usually forget that the arms run into thetable skirt On the plus side though arms chairshelp keep kids elbows off the table and elderly
diners more comfortable
Its definitely a happy medium to consider Benchesoffer a variety of convenient benefits if youre
looking to bring more people to the table in a tighterarea -- they can slide under the dining table when
not in use or hold a crowd of kids during bigfamily dinners when chairs are at a premium
The most popular way to employ a dining bench isin addition to chairs typically with three sides ofchairs to one bench Dining benches on both sides
of the table can up the WOW factor in a granddining room but can skew a little informal (read
picnic table) in traditional dining spaces
II SHOULD I CHOOSE A DININGBENCH
BRECKENRIDGEBENCH
COLEBROOKBENCH
III UPHOLSTERY OR WOOD
Classic question And for good reason There aretwo main points to consider
DO YOU HAVE YOUNG CHILDRENIts not a deal-breaker but solid wood chair seats
without upholstery are always going to be easier to clean up after a messy dinner than upholstered seating
That said most of our upholstery is stain-resistant and can be additionally safeguarded with various
store-bought sprays upon arrival
WHATS YOUR COMFORT LEVELRepeat after us solid wood chairs are comfortableThe gracious curved back of some of our designs hug
your spine and scooped seats let you sink right into thechair Were talking more about the look of comfort Ourbeautiful upholstered chairs looks plush even decadentand somewhat feminine Our solid wood chairs offer a
cleaner stronger look
IV HOW TO MAKE WOOD ANDFINISH CHOICES
LOOK AT YOUR OTHER FURNISHINGSA great way to determine the direction for your
dining room chairs final look is to look around -what wood and finish choice do you already own
and (presumably) love From there
MATCH THEM Look through our collection of wood types and ourcollection of finishes to identify a few combos that
you think might match your current furnishingsGive Dutchcrafters a call at 8662726773 andwell send you free samples of your wood and
stain choices to ensure the perfect match
Which of our wood and finish combinations willsuit you best Dutchcrafters has thousands of
possible combinations so lets narrow them down
OR COMPLEMENT THEMContrasting pieces are surging in popularity If
you have a blonde dining table try dark chairs withblonde seats (or vice versa) If you have a painted
cream distressed hutch in the room try paintedblack chairs with the same level of distressingTake your time and full advantage of our free
wood and finish samples to match your vision
QUALITYI WHAT MAKES A QUALITY
CHAIR
CHECK OUT THE CONSTRUCTIONNot to brag but heres what youll find on most of
Dutchcrafters solid wood dining chairs
bull Corner braces for added strength oftenattached with intricate triple-grooved finger joints
bull Hand-shaped seats which are carefullyscooped shaped and sanded to provide ideal
seating comfortbull Superior mortise and tenon joinery - a well-
established and respcted woodworking techniquebull Leveled legs
bull Screw reinforcementbull Steam bent chair parts
Your dining chairs are going to get a lot of dailyuse With this in mind you should understand thatthis isnt the place for veneers or particle board orlazy joinery - the last thing you want is for a loved
one to sit for dinner and end up in a heap on thefloor So how can you tell that your chair will stand
test test of time and wear
SEE OUR SUPERIOR CONSTRUCTION
II WHY CHOOSE A DUTCHCRAFTERS AMISH
DINING CHAIRBECAUSE THE AMISH HAVE BEEN AT
THIS AWHILEEver since the inception of Colonial furniturearound 1776 the American Amish have been
creating testing designing crafting and perfectingthe art of solid wood furniture
They do not take shortcuts They do not work infactories Their skilled hands produce furnituremade for familes who will pass it down through
generations much as they have passed down theirknowledge of the craft for hundreds of years
BECAUSE WE BRING THAT SAMECOMMITMENT TO OUR CUSTOMERSSince 2003 Mennonite-owned DutchCrafters
Amish Handcrafted Furniture has been travelingthroughout Americas Amish Country seeking and
sourcing the best pieces for our loyal fan baseWe specialize in bringing this heirloom-quality
furniture to your home with simple financing flat-rate shipping and award-winning customer
service
LEARN MORE ABOUT THEDUTCHCRAFTERS DIFFERENCE
NEXT STEPS
BROWSE OUR DINING CHAIRS
SEE OUR AMISH COUNTRY
MEET OUR MAKERS
TALK TO OUR SPECIALISTS
HEAR FROM OUR CUSTOMERS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
I MEASURING FOR YOUR CHAIRS
II GETTING THE HEIGHT RIGHT
III IM BIG AND TALL - NOW WHAT
SIZE
STYLEI TO ARM OR NOT TO ARM
III WOOD OR UPHOLSTERY
IV MAKING WOOD amp STAIN CHOICES
QUALITY
IIWHY CHOOSE A DUTCHCRAFTERSAMISH DINING CHAIR
IWHAT MAKES A QUALITY CHAIR
II SHOULD I CHOOSE A DINING BENCH
CLICK AN IMAGE OR
HIGHLIGHTED TEXT
TO SHOP
SIZEI MEASURING FOR YOUR
CHAIRS
Be sure to measure your dining room spaceand table before you purchase your solidwood chairs When you are planning how
many chairs to seat around your dining tableplan for 24rdquo to 30rdquo per person to allow
plenty of room for your guests You can alsoadd 5rdquo to 6rdquo to the overall width of the
chair which will mean plenty of space at thetable so your friends and family donrsquot feel too
jam-packed The table type also willinfluence how many chairs will fit Pedestal
tables and trestle tables will allow moreroom than leg table where the chairs will
have to fit between the table legs
II GETTING THE HEIGHT RIGHT
You have three options here StandardCounter and BarGathering height
STANDARD HEIGHT 18 - 23 tall Theseare (you guessed it) the industry standard which
means there are plenty available in a zilliondesigns Average peoples feet will touch theground in these chairs which many prefer for
comfort
COUNTER HEIGHT 24 - 26 tall Usually considered less formal than standard height
chairs these are often found in kitchen and prep areas They have the added illusion of taking up
less space making them ideal for smaller rooms or areas
BARGATHERING HEIGHT 28 - 30 tallThese are the most casual and fit in the smallestspaces Typically reserved for corner pub andbar set-ups they truly are the perfect chair or
stool height for gathering
LETS BREAK THESE DOWN FOR YOU
III IM BIG AND TALL - NOWWHAT
No worries One of the best things aboutshopping DutchCrafters solid wood chairs is thatwe can customize chairs just for you - for your
height for your comfortWe also have plenty of available options withextra depth width and height built right in
CHECK OUT SOME OF OUR FAVORITES
STANDARD - 18NANTUCKET FANBCAK
WINDSOR CHAIR
COUNTER OR BAR - 24 amp 30AMISH SHAKER BAR STOOL
COUNTER OR BAR -24 amp 30
AMISH TRENTON BARSTOOL
STYLEChoosing a dining chair style that suits your
family probably seems overwhelming at first -after all you picked Dutchcrafters Amish
Furniture because you want your chairs to last alifetime so youve just got to get it right right
Dont fret Not only have we put together thishandy guide weve also got some great furniturespecialists to help you make your decision just as
soon as you call them at 8662726773
basics
TRADITIONAL
CONTEMPORARY
MISSION
WINDSOR
Think ornatebacks curvedlegs and carvingStately royalchairs
Simple StraightNo frills nary acurve in sightAppealing basicTimeless
The wildcardTypically sleekand sassy withsharp arcs andangles
A classic casualand comfortablechair Feels veryNew England Athome inside ampout
I TO ARM OR NOT TO ARMDecisions decisions Here are a few quick
facts about arms chairs (also calledcaptains chairs) and armless chairs thatshould help you make the right choice(s)
ARMS CHAIRS ARE USUALLY AT THEENDS OF THE TABLE
This is entirely up to you of course but itsstandard formal practice to place arms chairs atthe head and foot of the table and armless chairs
at the sides
ARMLESS CHAIRS TAKE UP LESSSPACE - VISUALLY AND PHYSICALLY
This is especially important if youre space is onthe smaller side Its also a style thing - armless
chairs tend to be more spare and modern-looking Additionally armless chair seats are
more narrow
ARMS CHAIRS WONT SLIDE UNDERTHE TABLE
People usually forget that the arms run into thetable skirt On the plus side though arms chairshelp keep kids elbows off the table and elderly
diners more comfortable
Its definitely a happy medium to consider Benchesoffer a variety of convenient benefits if youre
looking to bring more people to the table in a tighterarea -- they can slide under the dining table when
not in use or hold a crowd of kids during bigfamily dinners when chairs are at a premium
The most popular way to employ a dining bench isin addition to chairs typically with three sides ofchairs to one bench Dining benches on both sides
of the table can up the WOW factor in a granddining room but can skew a little informal (read
picnic table) in traditional dining spaces
II SHOULD I CHOOSE A DININGBENCH
BRECKENRIDGEBENCH
COLEBROOKBENCH
III UPHOLSTERY OR WOOD
Classic question And for good reason There aretwo main points to consider
DO YOU HAVE YOUNG CHILDRENIts not a deal-breaker but solid wood chair seats
without upholstery are always going to be easier to clean up after a messy dinner than upholstered seating
That said most of our upholstery is stain-resistant and can be additionally safeguarded with various
store-bought sprays upon arrival
WHATS YOUR COMFORT LEVELRepeat after us solid wood chairs are comfortableThe gracious curved back of some of our designs hug
your spine and scooped seats let you sink right into thechair Were talking more about the look of comfort Ourbeautiful upholstered chairs looks plush even decadentand somewhat feminine Our solid wood chairs offer a
cleaner stronger look
IV HOW TO MAKE WOOD ANDFINISH CHOICES
LOOK AT YOUR OTHER FURNISHINGSA great way to determine the direction for your
dining room chairs final look is to look around -what wood and finish choice do you already own
and (presumably) love From there
MATCH THEM Look through our collection of wood types and ourcollection of finishes to identify a few combos that
you think might match your current furnishingsGive Dutchcrafters a call at 8662726773 andwell send you free samples of your wood and
stain choices to ensure the perfect match
Which of our wood and finish combinations willsuit you best Dutchcrafters has thousands of
possible combinations so lets narrow them down
OR COMPLEMENT THEMContrasting pieces are surging in popularity If
you have a blonde dining table try dark chairs withblonde seats (or vice versa) If you have a painted
cream distressed hutch in the room try paintedblack chairs with the same level of distressingTake your time and full advantage of our free
wood and finish samples to match your vision
QUALITYI WHAT MAKES A QUALITY
CHAIR
CHECK OUT THE CONSTRUCTIONNot to brag but heres what youll find on most of
Dutchcrafters solid wood dining chairs
bull Corner braces for added strength oftenattached with intricate triple-grooved finger joints
bull Hand-shaped seats which are carefullyscooped shaped and sanded to provide ideal
seating comfortbull Superior mortise and tenon joinery - a well-
established and respcted woodworking techniquebull Leveled legs
bull Screw reinforcementbull Steam bent chair parts
Your dining chairs are going to get a lot of dailyuse With this in mind you should understand thatthis isnt the place for veneers or particle board orlazy joinery - the last thing you want is for a loved
one to sit for dinner and end up in a heap on thefloor So how can you tell that your chair will stand
test test of time and wear
SEE OUR SUPERIOR CONSTRUCTION
II WHY CHOOSE A DUTCHCRAFTERS AMISH
DINING CHAIRBECAUSE THE AMISH HAVE BEEN AT
THIS AWHILEEver since the inception of Colonial furniturearound 1776 the American Amish have been
creating testing designing crafting and perfectingthe art of solid wood furniture
They do not take shortcuts They do not work infactories Their skilled hands produce furnituremade for familes who will pass it down through
generations much as they have passed down theirknowledge of the craft for hundreds of years
BECAUSE WE BRING THAT SAMECOMMITMENT TO OUR CUSTOMERSSince 2003 Mennonite-owned DutchCrafters
Amish Handcrafted Furniture has been travelingthroughout Americas Amish Country seeking and
sourcing the best pieces for our loyal fan baseWe specialize in bringing this heirloom-quality
furniture to your home with simple financing flat-rate shipping and award-winning customer
service
LEARN MORE ABOUT THEDUTCHCRAFTERS DIFFERENCE
NEXT STEPS
BROWSE OUR DINING CHAIRS
SEE OUR AMISH COUNTRY
MEET OUR MAKERS
TALK TO OUR SPECIALISTS
HEAR FROM OUR CUSTOMERS
SIZEI MEASURING FOR YOUR
CHAIRS
Be sure to measure your dining room spaceand table before you purchase your solidwood chairs When you are planning how
many chairs to seat around your dining tableplan for 24rdquo to 30rdquo per person to allow
plenty of room for your guests You can alsoadd 5rdquo to 6rdquo to the overall width of the
chair which will mean plenty of space at thetable so your friends and family donrsquot feel too
jam-packed The table type also willinfluence how many chairs will fit Pedestal
tables and trestle tables will allow moreroom than leg table where the chairs will
have to fit between the table legs
II GETTING THE HEIGHT RIGHT
You have three options here StandardCounter and BarGathering height
STANDARD HEIGHT 18 - 23 tall Theseare (you guessed it) the industry standard which
means there are plenty available in a zilliondesigns Average peoples feet will touch theground in these chairs which many prefer for
comfort
COUNTER HEIGHT 24 - 26 tall Usually considered less formal than standard height
chairs these are often found in kitchen and prep areas They have the added illusion of taking up
less space making them ideal for smaller rooms or areas
BARGATHERING HEIGHT 28 - 30 tallThese are the most casual and fit in the smallestspaces Typically reserved for corner pub andbar set-ups they truly are the perfect chair or
stool height for gathering
LETS BREAK THESE DOWN FOR YOU
III IM BIG AND TALL - NOWWHAT
No worries One of the best things aboutshopping DutchCrafters solid wood chairs is thatwe can customize chairs just for you - for your
height for your comfortWe also have plenty of available options withextra depth width and height built right in
CHECK OUT SOME OF OUR FAVORITES
STANDARD - 18NANTUCKET FANBCAK
WINDSOR CHAIR
COUNTER OR BAR - 24 amp 30AMISH SHAKER BAR STOOL
COUNTER OR BAR -24 amp 30
AMISH TRENTON BARSTOOL
STYLEChoosing a dining chair style that suits your
family probably seems overwhelming at first -after all you picked Dutchcrafters Amish
Furniture because you want your chairs to last alifetime so youve just got to get it right right
Dont fret Not only have we put together thishandy guide weve also got some great furniturespecialists to help you make your decision just as
soon as you call them at 8662726773
basics
TRADITIONAL
CONTEMPORARY
MISSION
WINDSOR
Think ornatebacks curvedlegs and carvingStately royalchairs
Simple StraightNo frills nary acurve in sightAppealing basicTimeless
The wildcardTypically sleekand sassy withsharp arcs andangles
A classic casualand comfortablechair Feels veryNew England Athome inside ampout
I TO ARM OR NOT TO ARMDecisions decisions Here are a few quick
facts about arms chairs (also calledcaptains chairs) and armless chairs thatshould help you make the right choice(s)
ARMS CHAIRS ARE USUALLY AT THEENDS OF THE TABLE
This is entirely up to you of course but itsstandard formal practice to place arms chairs atthe head and foot of the table and armless chairs
at the sides
ARMLESS CHAIRS TAKE UP LESSSPACE - VISUALLY AND PHYSICALLY
This is especially important if youre space is onthe smaller side Its also a style thing - armless
chairs tend to be more spare and modern-looking Additionally armless chair seats are
more narrow
ARMS CHAIRS WONT SLIDE UNDERTHE TABLE
People usually forget that the arms run into thetable skirt On the plus side though arms chairshelp keep kids elbows off the table and elderly
diners more comfortable
Its definitely a happy medium to consider Benchesoffer a variety of convenient benefits if youre
looking to bring more people to the table in a tighterarea -- they can slide under the dining table when
not in use or hold a crowd of kids during bigfamily dinners when chairs are at a premium
The most popular way to employ a dining bench isin addition to chairs typically with three sides ofchairs to one bench Dining benches on both sides
of the table can up the WOW factor in a granddining room but can skew a little informal (read
picnic table) in traditional dining spaces
II SHOULD I CHOOSE A DININGBENCH
BRECKENRIDGEBENCH
COLEBROOKBENCH
III UPHOLSTERY OR WOOD
Classic question And for good reason There aretwo main points to consider
DO YOU HAVE YOUNG CHILDRENIts not a deal-breaker but solid wood chair seats
without upholstery are always going to be easier to clean up after a messy dinner than upholstered seating
That said most of our upholstery is stain-resistant and can be additionally safeguarded with various
store-bought sprays upon arrival
WHATS YOUR COMFORT LEVELRepeat after us solid wood chairs are comfortableThe gracious curved back of some of our designs hug
your spine and scooped seats let you sink right into thechair Were talking more about the look of comfort Ourbeautiful upholstered chairs looks plush even decadentand somewhat feminine Our solid wood chairs offer a
cleaner stronger look
IV HOW TO MAKE WOOD ANDFINISH CHOICES
LOOK AT YOUR OTHER FURNISHINGSA great way to determine the direction for your
dining room chairs final look is to look around -what wood and finish choice do you already own
and (presumably) love From there
MATCH THEM Look through our collection of wood types and ourcollection of finishes to identify a few combos that
you think might match your current furnishingsGive Dutchcrafters a call at 8662726773 andwell send you free samples of your wood and
stain choices to ensure the perfect match
Which of our wood and finish combinations willsuit you best Dutchcrafters has thousands of
possible combinations so lets narrow them down
OR COMPLEMENT THEMContrasting pieces are surging in popularity If
you have a blonde dining table try dark chairs withblonde seats (or vice versa) If you have a painted
cream distressed hutch in the room try paintedblack chairs with the same level of distressingTake your time and full advantage of our free
wood and finish samples to match your vision
QUALITYI WHAT MAKES A QUALITY
CHAIR
CHECK OUT THE CONSTRUCTIONNot to brag but heres what youll find on most of
Dutchcrafters solid wood dining chairs
bull Corner braces for added strength oftenattached with intricate triple-grooved finger joints
bull Hand-shaped seats which are carefullyscooped shaped and sanded to provide ideal
seating comfortbull Superior mortise and tenon joinery - a well-
established and respcted woodworking techniquebull Leveled legs
bull Screw reinforcementbull Steam bent chair parts
Your dining chairs are going to get a lot of dailyuse With this in mind you should understand thatthis isnt the place for veneers or particle board orlazy joinery - the last thing you want is for a loved
one to sit for dinner and end up in a heap on thefloor So how can you tell that your chair will stand
test test of time and wear
SEE OUR SUPERIOR CONSTRUCTION
II WHY CHOOSE A DUTCHCRAFTERS AMISH
DINING CHAIRBECAUSE THE AMISH HAVE BEEN AT
THIS AWHILEEver since the inception of Colonial furniturearound 1776 the American Amish have been
creating testing designing crafting and perfectingthe art of solid wood furniture
They do not take shortcuts They do not work infactories Their skilled hands produce furnituremade for familes who will pass it down through
generations much as they have passed down theirknowledge of the craft for hundreds of years
BECAUSE WE BRING THAT SAMECOMMITMENT TO OUR CUSTOMERSSince 2003 Mennonite-owned DutchCrafters
Amish Handcrafted Furniture has been travelingthroughout Americas Amish Country seeking and
sourcing the best pieces for our loyal fan baseWe specialize in bringing this heirloom-quality
furniture to your home with simple financing flat-rate shipping and award-winning customer
service
LEARN MORE ABOUT THEDUTCHCRAFTERS DIFFERENCE
NEXT STEPS
BROWSE OUR DINING CHAIRS
SEE OUR AMISH COUNTRY
MEET OUR MAKERS
TALK TO OUR SPECIALISTS
HEAR FROM OUR CUSTOMERS
II GETTING THE HEIGHT RIGHT
You have three options here StandardCounter and BarGathering height
STANDARD HEIGHT 18 - 23 tall Theseare (you guessed it) the industry standard which
means there are plenty available in a zilliondesigns Average peoples feet will touch theground in these chairs which many prefer for
comfort
COUNTER HEIGHT 24 - 26 tall Usually considered less formal than standard height
chairs these are often found in kitchen and prep areas They have the added illusion of taking up
less space making them ideal for smaller rooms or areas
BARGATHERING HEIGHT 28 - 30 tallThese are the most casual and fit in the smallestspaces Typically reserved for corner pub andbar set-ups they truly are the perfect chair or
stool height for gathering
LETS BREAK THESE DOWN FOR YOU
III IM BIG AND TALL - NOWWHAT
No worries One of the best things aboutshopping DutchCrafters solid wood chairs is thatwe can customize chairs just for you - for your
height for your comfortWe also have plenty of available options withextra depth width and height built right in
CHECK OUT SOME OF OUR FAVORITES
STANDARD - 18NANTUCKET FANBCAK
WINDSOR CHAIR
COUNTER OR BAR - 24 amp 30AMISH SHAKER BAR STOOL
COUNTER OR BAR -24 amp 30
AMISH TRENTON BARSTOOL
STYLEChoosing a dining chair style that suits your
family probably seems overwhelming at first -after all you picked Dutchcrafters Amish
Furniture because you want your chairs to last alifetime so youve just got to get it right right
Dont fret Not only have we put together thishandy guide weve also got some great furniturespecialists to help you make your decision just as
soon as you call them at 8662726773
basics
TRADITIONAL
CONTEMPORARY
MISSION
WINDSOR
Think ornatebacks curvedlegs and carvingStately royalchairs
Simple StraightNo frills nary acurve in sightAppealing basicTimeless
The wildcardTypically sleekand sassy withsharp arcs andangles
A classic casualand comfortablechair Feels veryNew England Athome inside ampout
I TO ARM OR NOT TO ARMDecisions decisions Here are a few quick
facts about arms chairs (also calledcaptains chairs) and armless chairs thatshould help you make the right choice(s)
ARMS CHAIRS ARE USUALLY AT THEENDS OF THE TABLE
This is entirely up to you of course but itsstandard formal practice to place arms chairs atthe head and foot of the table and armless chairs
at the sides
ARMLESS CHAIRS TAKE UP LESSSPACE - VISUALLY AND PHYSICALLY
This is especially important if youre space is onthe smaller side Its also a style thing - armless
chairs tend to be more spare and modern-looking Additionally armless chair seats are
more narrow
ARMS CHAIRS WONT SLIDE UNDERTHE TABLE
People usually forget that the arms run into thetable skirt On the plus side though arms chairshelp keep kids elbows off the table and elderly
diners more comfortable
Its definitely a happy medium to consider Benchesoffer a variety of convenient benefits if youre
looking to bring more people to the table in a tighterarea -- they can slide under the dining table when
not in use or hold a crowd of kids during bigfamily dinners when chairs are at a premium
The most popular way to employ a dining bench isin addition to chairs typically with three sides ofchairs to one bench Dining benches on both sides
of the table can up the WOW factor in a granddining room but can skew a little informal (read
picnic table) in traditional dining spaces
II SHOULD I CHOOSE A DININGBENCH
BRECKENRIDGEBENCH
COLEBROOKBENCH
III UPHOLSTERY OR WOOD
Classic question And for good reason There aretwo main points to consider
DO YOU HAVE YOUNG CHILDRENIts not a deal-breaker but solid wood chair seats
without upholstery are always going to be easier to clean up after a messy dinner than upholstered seating
That said most of our upholstery is stain-resistant and can be additionally safeguarded with various
store-bought sprays upon arrival
WHATS YOUR COMFORT LEVELRepeat after us solid wood chairs are comfortableThe gracious curved back of some of our designs hug
your spine and scooped seats let you sink right into thechair Were talking more about the look of comfort Ourbeautiful upholstered chairs looks plush even decadentand somewhat feminine Our solid wood chairs offer a
cleaner stronger look
IV HOW TO MAKE WOOD ANDFINISH CHOICES
LOOK AT YOUR OTHER FURNISHINGSA great way to determine the direction for your
dining room chairs final look is to look around -what wood and finish choice do you already own
and (presumably) love From there
MATCH THEM Look through our collection of wood types and ourcollection of finishes to identify a few combos that
you think might match your current furnishingsGive Dutchcrafters a call at 8662726773 andwell send you free samples of your wood and
stain choices to ensure the perfect match
Which of our wood and finish combinations willsuit you best Dutchcrafters has thousands of
possible combinations so lets narrow them down
OR COMPLEMENT THEMContrasting pieces are surging in popularity If
you have a blonde dining table try dark chairs withblonde seats (or vice versa) If you have a painted
cream distressed hutch in the room try paintedblack chairs with the same level of distressingTake your time and full advantage of our free
wood and finish samples to match your vision
QUALITYI WHAT MAKES A QUALITY
CHAIR
CHECK OUT THE CONSTRUCTIONNot to brag but heres what youll find on most of
Dutchcrafters solid wood dining chairs
bull Corner braces for added strength oftenattached with intricate triple-grooved finger joints
bull Hand-shaped seats which are carefullyscooped shaped and sanded to provide ideal
seating comfortbull Superior mortise and tenon joinery - a well-
established and respcted woodworking techniquebull Leveled legs
bull Screw reinforcementbull Steam bent chair parts
Your dining chairs are going to get a lot of dailyuse With this in mind you should understand thatthis isnt the place for veneers or particle board orlazy joinery - the last thing you want is for a loved
one to sit for dinner and end up in a heap on thefloor So how can you tell that your chair will stand
test test of time and wear
SEE OUR SUPERIOR CONSTRUCTION
II WHY CHOOSE A DUTCHCRAFTERS AMISH
DINING CHAIRBECAUSE THE AMISH HAVE BEEN AT
THIS AWHILEEver since the inception of Colonial furniturearound 1776 the American Amish have been
creating testing designing crafting and perfectingthe art of solid wood furniture
They do not take shortcuts They do not work infactories Their skilled hands produce furnituremade for familes who will pass it down through
generations much as they have passed down theirknowledge of the craft for hundreds of years
BECAUSE WE BRING THAT SAMECOMMITMENT TO OUR CUSTOMERSSince 2003 Mennonite-owned DutchCrafters
Amish Handcrafted Furniture has been travelingthroughout Americas Amish Country seeking and
sourcing the best pieces for our loyal fan baseWe specialize in bringing this heirloom-quality
furniture to your home with simple financing flat-rate shipping and award-winning customer
service
LEARN MORE ABOUT THEDUTCHCRAFTERS DIFFERENCE
NEXT STEPS
BROWSE OUR DINING CHAIRS
SEE OUR AMISH COUNTRY
MEET OUR MAKERS
TALK TO OUR SPECIALISTS
HEAR FROM OUR CUSTOMERS
III IM BIG AND TALL - NOWWHAT
No worries One of the best things aboutshopping DutchCrafters solid wood chairs is thatwe can customize chairs just for you - for your
height for your comfortWe also have plenty of available options withextra depth width and height built right in
CHECK OUT SOME OF OUR FAVORITES
STANDARD - 18NANTUCKET FANBCAK
WINDSOR CHAIR
COUNTER OR BAR - 24 amp 30AMISH SHAKER BAR STOOL
COUNTER OR BAR -24 amp 30
AMISH TRENTON BARSTOOL
STYLEChoosing a dining chair style that suits your
family probably seems overwhelming at first -after all you picked Dutchcrafters Amish
Furniture because you want your chairs to last alifetime so youve just got to get it right right
Dont fret Not only have we put together thishandy guide weve also got some great furniturespecialists to help you make your decision just as
soon as you call them at 8662726773
basics
TRADITIONAL
CONTEMPORARY
MISSION
WINDSOR
Think ornatebacks curvedlegs and carvingStately royalchairs
Simple StraightNo frills nary acurve in sightAppealing basicTimeless
The wildcardTypically sleekand sassy withsharp arcs andangles
A classic casualand comfortablechair Feels veryNew England Athome inside ampout
I TO ARM OR NOT TO ARMDecisions decisions Here are a few quick
facts about arms chairs (also calledcaptains chairs) and armless chairs thatshould help you make the right choice(s)
ARMS CHAIRS ARE USUALLY AT THEENDS OF THE TABLE
This is entirely up to you of course but itsstandard formal practice to place arms chairs atthe head and foot of the table and armless chairs
at the sides
ARMLESS CHAIRS TAKE UP LESSSPACE - VISUALLY AND PHYSICALLY
This is especially important if youre space is onthe smaller side Its also a style thing - armless
chairs tend to be more spare and modern-looking Additionally armless chair seats are
more narrow
ARMS CHAIRS WONT SLIDE UNDERTHE TABLE
People usually forget that the arms run into thetable skirt On the plus side though arms chairshelp keep kids elbows off the table and elderly
diners more comfortable
Its definitely a happy medium to consider Benchesoffer a variety of convenient benefits if youre
looking to bring more people to the table in a tighterarea -- they can slide under the dining table when
not in use or hold a crowd of kids during bigfamily dinners when chairs are at a premium
The most popular way to employ a dining bench isin addition to chairs typically with three sides ofchairs to one bench Dining benches on both sides
of the table can up the WOW factor in a granddining room but can skew a little informal (read
picnic table) in traditional dining spaces
II SHOULD I CHOOSE A DININGBENCH
BRECKENRIDGEBENCH
COLEBROOKBENCH
III UPHOLSTERY OR WOOD
Classic question And for good reason There aretwo main points to consider
DO YOU HAVE YOUNG CHILDRENIts not a deal-breaker but solid wood chair seats
without upholstery are always going to be easier to clean up after a messy dinner than upholstered seating
That said most of our upholstery is stain-resistant and can be additionally safeguarded with various
store-bought sprays upon arrival
WHATS YOUR COMFORT LEVELRepeat after us solid wood chairs are comfortableThe gracious curved back of some of our designs hug
your spine and scooped seats let you sink right into thechair Were talking more about the look of comfort Ourbeautiful upholstered chairs looks plush even decadentand somewhat feminine Our solid wood chairs offer a
cleaner stronger look
IV HOW TO MAKE WOOD ANDFINISH CHOICES
LOOK AT YOUR OTHER FURNISHINGSA great way to determine the direction for your
dining room chairs final look is to look around -what wood and finish choice do you already own
and (presumably) love From there
MATCH THEM Look through our collection of wood types and ourcollection of finishes to identify a few combos that
you think might match your current furnishingsGive Dutchcrafters a call at 8662726773 andwell send you free samples of your wood and
stain choices to ensure the perfect match
Which of our wood and finish combinations willsuit you best Dutchcrafters has thousands of
possible combinations so lets narrow them down
OR COMPLEMENT THEMContrasting pieces are surging in popularity If
you have a blonde dining table try dark chairs withblonde seats (or vice versa) If you have a painted
cream distressed hutch in the room try paintedblack chairs with the same level of distressingTake your time and full advantage of our free
wood and finish samples to match your vision
QUALITYI WHAT MAKES A QUALITY
CHAIR
CHECK OUT THE CONSTRUCTIONNot to brag but heres what youll find on most of
Dutchcrafters solid wood dining chairs
bull Corner braces for added strength oftenattached with intricate triple-grooved finger joints
bull Hand-shaped seats which are carefullyscooped shaped and sanded to provide ideal
seating comfortbull Superior mortise and tenon joinery - a well-
established and respcted woodworking techniquebull Leveled legs
bull Screw reinforcementbull Steam bent chair parts
Your dining chairs are going to get a lot of dailyuse With this in mind you should understand thatthis isnt the place for veneers or particle board orlazy joinery - the last thing you want is for a loved
one to sit for dinner and end up in a heap on thefloor So how can you tell that your chair will stand
test test of time and wear
SEE OUR SUPERIOR CONSTRUCTION
II WHY CHOOSE A DUTCHCRAFTERS AMISH
DINING CHAIRBECAUSE THE AMISH HAVE BEEN AT
THIS AWHILEEver since the inception of Colonial furniturearound 1776 the American Amish have been
creating testing designing crafting and perfectingthe art of solid wood furniture
They do not take shortcuts They do not work infactories Their skilled hands produce furnituremade for familes who will pass it down through
generations much as they have passed down theirknowledge of the craft for hundreds of years
BECAUSE WE BRING THAT SAMECOMMITMENT TO OUR CUSTOMERSSince 2003 Mennonite-owned DutchCrafters
Amish Handcrafted Furniture has been travelingthroughout Americas Amish Country seeking and
sourcing the best pieces for our loyal fan baseWe specialize in bringing this heirloom-quality
furniture to your home with simple financing flat-rate shipping and award-winning customer
service
LEARN MORE ABOUT THEDUTCHCRAFTERS DIFFERENCE
NEXT STEPS
BROWSE OUR DINING CHAIRS
SEE OUR AMISH COUNTRY
MEET OUR MAKERS
TALK TO OUR SPECIALISTS
HEAR FROM OUR CUSTOMERS
STYLEChoosing a dining chair style that suits your
family probably seems overwhelming at first -after all you picked Dutchcrafters Amish
Furniture because you want your chairs to last alifetime so youve just got to get it right right
Dont fret Not only have we put together thishandy guide weve also got some great furniturespecialists to help you make your decision just as
soon as you call them at 8662726773
basics
TRADITIONAL
CONTEMPORARY
MISSION
WINDSOR
Think ornatebacks curvedlegs and carvingStately royalchairs
Simple StraightNo frills nary acurve in sightAppealing basicTimeless
The wildcardTypically sleekand sassy withsharp arcs andangles
A classic casualand comfortablechair Feels veryNew England Athome inside ampout
I TO ARM OR NOT TO ARMDecisions decisions Here are a few quick
facts about arms chairs (also calledcaptains chairs) and armless chairs thatshould help you make the right choice(s)
ARMS CHAIRS ARE USUALLY AT THEENDS OF THE TABLE
This is entirely up to you of course but itsstandard formal practice to place arms chairs atthe head and foot of the table and armless chairs
at the sides
ARMLESS CHAIRS TAKE UP LESSSPACE - VISUALLY AND PHYSICALLY
This is especially important if youre space is onthe smaller side Its also a style thing - armless
chairs tend to be more spare and modern-looking Additionally armless chair seats are
more narrow
ARMS CHAIRS WONT SLIDE UNDERTHE TABLE
People usually forget that the arms run into thetable skirt On the plus side though arms chairshelp keep kids elbows off the table and elderly
diners more comfortable
Its definitely a happy medium to consider Benchesoffer a variety of convenient benefits if youre
looking to bring more people to the table in a tighterarea -- they can slide under the dining table when
not in use or hold a crowd of kids during bigfamily dinners when chairs are at a premium
The most popular way to employ a dining bench isin addition to chairs typically with three sides ofchairs to one bench Dining benches on both sides
of the table can up the WOW factor in a granddining room but can skew a little informal (read
picnic table) in traditional dining spaces
II SHOULD I CHOOSE A DININGBENCH
BRECKENRIDGEBENCH
COLEBROOKBENCH
III UPHOLSTERY OR WOOD
Classic question And for good reason There aretwo main points to consider
DO YOU HAVE YOUNG CHILDRENIts not a deal-breaker but solid wood chair seats
without upholstery are always going to be easier to clean up after a messy dinner than upholstered seating
That said most of our upholstery is stain-resistant and can be additionally safeguarded with various
store-bought sprays upon arrival
WHATS YOUR COMFORT LEVELRepeat after us solid wood chairs are comfortableThe gracious curved back of some of our designs hug
your spine and scooped seats let you sink right into thechair Were talking more about the look of comfort Ourbeautiful upholstered chairs looks plush even decadentand somewhat feminine Our solid wood chairs offer a
cleaner stronger look
IV HOW TO MAKE WOOD ANDFINISH CHOICES
LOOK AT YOUR OTHER FURNISHINGSA great way to determine the direction for your
dining room chairs final look is to look around -what wood and finish choice do you already own
and (presumably) love From there
MATCH THEM Look through our collection of wood types and ourcollection of finishes to identify a few combos that
you think might match your current furnishingsGive Dutchcrafters a call at 8662726773 andwell send you free samples of your wood and
stain choices to ensure the perfect match
Which of our wood and finish combinations willsuit you best Dutchcrafters has thousands of
possible combinations so lets narrow them down
OR COMPLEMENT THEMContrasting pieces are surging in popularity If
you have a blonde dining table try dark chairs withblonde seats (or vice versa) If you have a painted
cream distressed hutch in the room try paintedblack chairs with the same level of distressingTake your time and full advantage of our free
wood and finish samples to match your vision
QUALITYI WHAT MAKES A QUALITY
CHAIR
CHECK OUT THE CONSTRUCTIONNot to brag but heres what youll find on most of
Dutchcrafters solid wood dining chairs
bull Corner braces for added strength oftenattached with intricate triple-grooved finger joints
bull Hand-shaped seats which are carefullyscooped shaped and sanded to provide ideal
seating comfortbull Superior mortise and tenon joinery - a well-
established and respcted woodworking techniquebull Leveled legs
bull Screw reinforcementbull Steam bent chair parts
Your dining chairs are going to get a lot of dailyuse With this in mind you should understand thatthis isnt the place for veneers or particle board orlazy joinery - the last thing you want is for a loved
one to sit for dinner and end up in a heap on thefloor So how can you tell that your chair will stand
test test of time and wear
SEE OUR SUPERIOR CONSTRUCTION
II WHY CHOOSE A DUTCHCRAFTERS AMISH
DINING CHAIRBECAUSE THE AMISH HAVE BEEN AT
THIS AWHILEEver since the inception of Colonial furniturearound 1776 the American Amish have been
creating testing designing crafting and perfectingthe art of solid wood furniture
They do not take shortcuts They do not work infactories Their skilled hands produce furnituremade for familes who will pass it down through
generations much as they have passed down theirknowledge of the craft for hundreds of years
BECAUSE WE BRING THAT SAMECOMMITMENT TO OUR CUSTOMERSSince 2003 Mennonite-owned DutchCrafters
Amish Handcrafted Furniture has been travelingthroughout Americas Amish Country seeking and
sourcing the best pieces for our loyal fan baseWe specialize in bringing this heirloom-quality
furniture to your home with simple financing flat-rate shipping and award-winning customer
service
LEARN MORE ABOUT THEDUTCHCRAFTERS DIFFERENCE
NEXT STEPS
BROWSE OUR DINING CHAIRS
SEE OUR AMISH COUNTRY
MEET OUR MAKERS
TALK TO OUR SPECIALISTS
HEAR FROM OUR CUSTOMERS
I TO ARM OR NOT TO ARMDecisions decisions Here are a few quick
facts about arms chairs (also calledcaptains chairs) and armless chairs thatshould help you make the right choice(s)
ARMS CHAIRS ARE USUALLY AT THEENDS OF THE TABLE
This is entirely up to you of course but itsstandard formal practice to place arms chairs atthe head and foot of the table and armless chairs
at the sides
ARMLESS CHAIRS TAKE UP LESSSPACE - VISUALLY AND PHYSICALLY
This is especially important if youre space is onthe smaller side Its also a style thing - armless
chairs tend to be more spare and modern-looking Additionally armless chair seats are
more narrow
ARMS CHAIRS WONT SLIDE UNDERTHE TABLE
People usually forget that the arms run into thetable skirt On the plus side though arms chairshelp keep kids elbows off the table and elderly
diners more comfortable
Its definitely a happy medium to consider Benchesoffer a variety of convenient benefits if youre
looking to bring more people to the table in a tighterarea -- they can slide under the dining table when
not in use or hold a crowd of kids during bigfamily dinners when chairs are at a premium
The most popular way to employ a dining bench isin addition to chairs typically with three sides ofchairs to one bench Dining benches on both sides
of the table can up the WOW factor in a granddining room but can skew a little informal (read
picnic table) in traditional dining spaces
II SHOULD I CHOOSE A DININGBENCH
BRECKENRIDGEBENCH
COLEBROOKBENCH
III UPHOLSTERY OR WOOD
Classic question And for good reason There aretwo main points to consider
DO YOU HAVE YOUNG CHILDRENIts not a deal-breaker but solid wood chair seats
without upholstery are always going to be easier to clean up after a messy dinner than upholstered seating
That said most of our upholstery is stain-resistant and can be additionally safeguarded with various
store-bought sprays upon arrival
WHATS YOUR COMFORT LEVELRepeat after us solid wood chairs are comfortableThe gracious curved back of some of our designs hug
your spine and scooped seats let you sink right into thechair Were talking more about the look of comfort Ourbeautiful upholstered chairs looks plush even decadentand somewhat feminine Our solid wood chairs offer a
cleaner stronger look
IV HOW TO MAKE WOOD ANDFINISH CHOICES
LOOK AT YOUR OTHER FURNISHINGSA great way to determine the direction for your
dining room chairs final look is to look around -what wood and finish choice do you already own
and (presumably) love From there
MATCH THEM Look through our collection of wood types and ourcollection of finishes to identify a few combos that
you think might match your current furnishingsGive Dutchcrafters a call at 8662726773 andwell send you free samples of your wood and
stain choices to ensure the perfect match
Which of our wood and finish combinations willsuit you best Dutchcrafters has thousands of
possible combinations so lets narrow them down
OR COMPLEMENT THEMContrasting pieces are surging in popularity If
you have a blonde dining table try dark chairs withblonde seats (or vice versa) If you have a painted
cream distressed hutch in the room try paintedblack chairs with the same level of distressingTake your time and full advantage of our free
wood and finish samples to match your vision
QUALITYI WHAT MAKES A QUALITY
CHAIR
CHECK OUT THE CONSTRUCTIONNot to brag but heres what youll find on most of
Dutchcrafters solid wood dining chairs
bull Corner braces for added strength oftenattached with intricate triple-grooved finger joints
bull Hand-shaped seats which are carefullyscooped shaped and sanded to provide ideal
seating comfortbull Superior mortise and tenon joinery - a well-
established and respcted woodworking techniquebull Leveled legs
bull Screw reinforcementbull Steam bent chair parts
Your dining chairs are going to get a lot of dailyuse With this in mind you should understand thatthis isnt the place for veneers or particle board orlazy joinery - the last thing you want is for a loved
one to sit for dinner and end up in a heap on thefloor So how can you tell that your chair will stand
test test of time and wear
SEE OUR SUPERIOR CONSTRUCTION
II WHY CHOOSE A DUTCHCRAFTERS AMISH
DINING CHAIRBECAUSE THE AMISH HAVE BEEN AT
THIS AWHILEEver since the inception of Colonial furniturearound 1776 the American Amish have been
creating testing designing crafting and perfectingthe art of solid wood furniture
They do not take shortcuts They do not work infactories Their skilled hands produce furnituremade for familes who will pass it down through
generations much as they have passed down theirknowledge of the craft for hundreds of years
BECAUSE WE BRING THAT SAMECOMMITMENT TO OUR CUSTOMERSSince 2003 Mennonite-owned DutchCrafters
Amish Handcrafted Furniture has been travelingthroughout Americas Amish Country seeking and
sourcing the best pieces for our loyal fan baseWe specialize in bringing this heirloom-quality
furniture to your home with simple financing flat-rate shipping and award-winning customer
service
LEARN MORE ABOUT THEDUTCHCRAFTERS DIFFERENCE
NEXT STEPS
BROWSE OUR DINING CHAIRS
SEE OUR AMISH COUNTRY
MEET OUR MAKERS
TALK TO OUR SPECIALISTS
HEAR FROM OUR CUSTOMERS
Its definitely a happy medium to consider Benchesoffer a variety of convenient benefits if youre
looking to bring more people to the table in a tighterarea -- they can slide under the dining table when
not in use or hold a crowd of kids during bigfamily dinners when chairs are at a premium
The most popular way to employ a dining bench isin addition to chairs typically with three sides ofchairs to one bench Dining benches on both sides
of the table can up the WOW factor in a granddining room but can skew a little informal (read
picnic table) in traditional dining spaces
II SHOULD I CHOOSE A DININGBENCH
BRECKENRIDGEBENCH
COLEBROOKBENCH
III UPHOLSTERY OR WOOD
Classic question And for good reason There aretwo main points to consider
DO YOU HAVE YOUNG CHILDRENIts not a deal-breaker but solid wood chair seats
without upholstery are always going to be easier to clean up after a messy dinner than upholstered seating
That said most of our upholstery is stain-resistant and can be additionally safeguarded with various
store-bought sprays upon arrival
WHATS YOUR COMFORT LEVELRepeat after us solid wood chairs are comfortableThe gracious curved back of some of our designs hug
your spine and scooped seats let you sink right into thechair Were talking more about the look of comfort Ourbeautiful upholstered chairs looks plush even decadentand somewhat feminine Our solid wood chairs offer a
cleaner stronger look
IV HOW TO MAKE WOOD ANDFINISH CHOICES
LOOK AT YOUR OTHER FURNISHINGSA great way to determine the direction for your
dining room chairs final look is to look around -what wood and finish choice do you already own
and (presumably) love From there
MATCH THEM Look through our collection of wood types and ourcollection of finishes to identify a few combos that
you think might match your current furnishingsGive Dutchcrafters a call at 8662726773 andwell send you free samples of your wood and
stain choices to ensure the perfect match
Which of our wood and finish combinations willsuit you best Dutchcrafters has thousands of
possible combinations so lets narrow them down
OR COMPLEMENT THEMContrasting pieces are surging in popularity If
you have a blonde dining table try dark chairs withblonde seats (or vice versa) If you have a painted
cream distressed hutch in the room try paintedblack chairs with the same level of distressingTake your time and full advantage of our free
wood and finish samples to match your vision
QUALITYI WHAT MAKES A QUALITY
CHAIR
CHECK OUT THE CONSTRUCTIONNot to brag but heres what youll find on most of
Dutchcrafters solid wood dining chairs
bull Corner braces for added strength oftenattached with intricate triple-grooved finger joints
bull Hand-shaped seats which are carefullyscooped shaped and sanded to provide ideal
seating comfortbull Superior mortise and tenon joinery - a well-
established and respcted woodworking techniquebull Leveled legs
bull Screw reinforcementbull Steam bent chair parts
Your dining chairs are going to get a lot of dailyuse With this in mind you should understand thatthis isnt the place for veneers or particle board orlazy joinery - the last thing you want is for a loved
one to sit for dinner and end up in a heap on thefloor So how can you tell that your chair will stand
test test of time and wear
SEE OUR SUPERIOR CONSTRUCTION
II WHY CHOOSE A DUTCHCRAFTERS AMISH
DINING CHAIRBECAUSE THE AMISH HAVE BEEN AT
THIS AWHILEEver since the inception of Colonial furniturearound 1776 the American Amish have been
creating testing designing crafting and perfectingthe art of solid wood furniture
They do not take shortcuts They do not work infactories Their skilled hands produce furnituremade for familes who will pass it down through
generations much as they have passed down theirknowledge of the craft for hundreds of years
BECAUSE WE BRING THAT SAMECOMMITMENT TO OUR CUSTOMERSSince 2003 Mennonite-owned DutchCrafters
Amish Handcrafted Furniture has been travelingthroughout Americas Amish Country seeking and
sourcing the best pieces for our loyal fan baseWe specialize in bringing this heirloom-quality
furniture to your home with simple financing flat-rate shipping and award-winning customer
service
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III UPHOLSTERY OR WOOD
Classic question And for good reason There aretwo main points to consider
DO YOU HAVE YOUNG CHILDRENIts not a deal-breaker but solid wood chair seats
without upholstery are always going to be easier to clean up after a messy dinner than upholstered seating
That said most of our upholstery is stain-resistant and can be additionally safeguarded with various
store-bought sprays upon arrival
WHATS YOUR COMFORT LEVELRepeat after us solid wood chairs are comfortableThe gracious curved back of some of our designs hug
your spine and scooped seats let you sink right into thechair Were talking more about the look of comfort Ourbeautiful upholstered chairs looks plush even decadentand somewhat feminine Our solid wood chairs offer a
cleaner stronger look
IV HOW TO MAKE WOOD ANDFINISH CHOICES
LOOK AT YOUR OTHER FURNISHINGSA great way to determine the direction for your
dining room chairs final look is to look around -what wood and finish choice do you already own
and (presumably) love From there
MATCH THEM Look through our collection of wood types and ourcollection of finishes to identify a few combos that
you think might match your current furnishingsGive Dutchcrafters a call at 8662726773 andwell send you free samples of your wood and
stain choices to ensure the perfect match
Which of our wood and finish combinations willsuit you best Dutchcrafters has thousands of
possible combinations so lets narrow them down
OR COMPLEMENT THEMContrasting pieces are surging in popularity If
you have a blonde dining table try dark chairs withblonde seats (or vice versa) If you have a painted
cream distressed hutch in the room try paintedblack chairs with the same level of distressingTake your time and full advantage of our free
wood and finish samples to match your vision
QUALITYI WHAT MAKES A QUALITY
CHAIR
CHECK OUT THE CONSTRUCTIONNot to brag but heres what youll find on most of
Dutchcrafters solid wood dining chairs
bull Corner braces for added strength oftenattached with intricate triple-grooved finger joints
bull Hand-shaped seats which are carefullyscooped shaped and sanded to provide ideal
seating comfortbull Superior mortise and tenon joinery - a well-
established and respcted woodworking techniquebull Leveled legs
bull Screw reinforcementbull Steam bent chair parts
Your dining chairs are going to get a lot of dailyuse With this in mind you should understand thatthis isnt the place for veneers or particle board orlazy joinery - the last thing you want is for a loved
one to sit for dinner and end up in a heap on thefloor So how can you tell that your chair will stand
test test of time and wear
SEE OUR SUPERIOR CONSTRUCTION
II WHY CHOOSE A DUTCHCRAFTERS AMISH
DINING CHAIRBECAUSE THE AMISH HAVE BEEN AT
THIS AWHILEEver since the inception of Colonial furniturearound 1776 the American Amish have been
creating testing designing crafting and perfectingthe art of solid wood furniture
They do not take shortcuts They do not work infactories Their skilled hands produce furnituremade for familes who will pass it down through
generations much as they have passed down theirknowledge of the craft for hundreds of years
BECAUSE WE BRING THAT SAMECOMMITMENT TO OUR CUSTOMERSSince 2003 Mennonite-owned DutchCrafters
Amish Handcrafted Furniture has been travelingthroughout Americas Amish Country seeking and
sourcing the best pieces for our loyal fan baseWe specialize in bringing this heirloom-quality
furniture to your home with simple financing flat-rate shipping and award-winning customer
service
LEARN MORE ABOUT THEDUTCHCRAFTERS DIFFERENCE
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IV HOW TO MAKE WOOD ANDFINISH CHOICES
LOOK AT YOUR OTHER FURNISHINGSA great way to determine the direction for your
dining room chairs final look is to look around -what wood and finish choice do you already own
and (presumably) love From there
MATCH THEM Look through our collection of wood types and ourcollection of finishes to identify a few combos that
you think might match your current furnishingsGive Dutchcrafters a call at 8662726773 andwell send you free samples of your wood and
stain choices to ensure the perfect match
Which of our wood and finish combinations willsuit you best Dutchcrafters has thousands of
possible combinations so lets narrow them down
OR COMPLEMENT THEMContrasting pieces are surging in popularity If
you have a blonde dining table try dark chairs withblonde seats (or vice versa) If you have a painted
cream distressed hutch in the room try paintedblack chairs with the same level of distressingTake your time and full advantage of our free
wood and finish samples to match your vision
QUALITYI WHAT MAKES A QUALITY
CHAIR
CHECK OUT THE CONSTRUCTIONNot to brag but heres what youll find on most of
Dutchcrafters solid wood dining chairs
bull Corner braces for added strength oftenattached with intricate triple-grooved finger joints
bull Hand-shaped seats which are carefullyscooped shaped and sanded to provide ideal
seating comfortbull Superior mortise and tenon joinery - a well-
established and respcted woodworking techniquebull Leveled legs
bull Screw reinforcementbull Steam bent chair parts
Your dining chairs are going to get a lot of dailyuse With this in mind you should understand thatthis isnt the place for veneers or particle board orlazy joinery - the last thing you want is for a loved
one to sit for dinner and end up in a heap on thefloor So how can you tell that your chair will stand
test test of time and wear
SEE OUR SUPERIOR CONSTRUCTION
II WHY CHOOSE A DUTCHCRAFTERS AMISH
DINING CHAIRBECAUSE THE AMISH HAVE BEEN AT
THIS AWHILEEver since the inception of Colonial furniturearound 1776 the American Amish have been
creating testing designing crafting and perfectingthe art of solid wood furniture
They do not take shortcuts They do not work infactories Their skilled hands produce furnituremade for familes who will pass it down through
generations much as they have passed down theirknowledge of the craft for hundreds of years
BECAUSE WE BRING THAT SAMECOMMITMENT TO OUR CUSTOMERSSince 2003 Mennonite-owned DutchCrafters
Amish Handcrafted Furniture has been travelingthroughout Americas Amish Country seeking and
sourcing the best pieces for our loyal fan baseWe specialize in bringing this heirloom-quality
furniture to your home with simple financing flat-rate shipping and award-winning customer
service
LEARN MORE ABOUT THEDUTCHCRAFTERS DIFFERENCE
NEXT STEPS
BROWSE OUR DINING CHAIRS
SEE OUR AMISH COUNTRY
MEET OUR MAKERS
TALK TO OUR SPECIALISTS
HEAR FROM OUR CUSTOMERS
QUALITYI WHAT MAKES A QUALITY
CHAIR
CHECK OUT THE CONSTRUCTIONNot to brag but heres what youll find on most of
Dutchcrafters solid wood dining chairs
bull Corner braces for added strength oftenattached with intricate triple-grooved finger joints
bull Hand-shaped seats which are carefullyscooped shaped and sanded to provide ideal
seating comfortbull Superior mortise and tenon joinery - a well-
established and respcted woodworking techniquebull Leveled legs
bull Screw reinforcementbull Steam bent chair parts
Your dining chairs are going to get a lot of dailyuse With this in mind you should understand thatthis isnt the place for veneers or particle board orlazy joinery - the last thing you want is for a loved
one to sit for dinner and end up in a heap on thefloor So how can you tell that your chair will stand
test test of time and wear
SEE OUR SUPERIOR CONSTRUCTION
II WHY CHOOSE A DUTCHCRAFTERS AMISH
DINING CHAIRBECAUSE THE AMISH HAVE BEEN AT
THIS AWHILEEver since the inception of Colonial furniturearound 1776 the American Amish have been
creating testing designing crafting and perfectingthe art of solid wood furniture
They do not take shortcuts They do not work infactories Their skilled hands produce furnituremade for familes who will pass it down through
generations much as they have passed down theirknowledge of the craft for hundreds of years
BECAUSE WE BRING THAT SAMECOMMITMENT TO OUR CUSTOMERSSince 2003 Mennonite-owned DutchCrafters
Amish Handcrafted Furniture has been travelingthroughout Americas Amish Country seeking and
sourcing the best pieces for our loyal fan baseWe specialize in bringing this heirloom-quality
furniture to your home with simple financing flat-rate shipping and award-winning customer
service
LEARN MORE ABOUT THEDUTCHCRAFTERS DIFFERENCE
NEXT STEPS
BROWSE OUR DINING CHAIRS
SEE OUR AMISH COUNTRY
MEET OUR MAKERS
TALK TO OUR SPECIALISTS
HEAR FROM OUR CUSTOMERS
II WHY CHOOSE A DUTCHCRAFTERS AMISH
DINING CHAIRBECAUSE THE AMISH HAVE BEEN AT
THIS AWHILEEver since the inception of Colonial furniturearound 1776 the American Amish have been
creating testing designing crafting and perfectingthe art of solid wood furniture
They do not take shortcuts They do not work infactories Their skilled hands produce furnituremade for familes who will pass it down through
generations much as they have passed down theirknowledge of the craft for hundreds of years
BECAUSE WE BRING THAT SAMECOMMITMENT TO OUR CUSTOMERSSince 2003 Mennonite-owned DutchCrafters
Amish Handcrafted Furniture has been travelingthroughout Americas Amish Country seeking and
sourcing the best pieces for our loyal fan baseWe specialize in bringing this heirloom-quality
furniture to your home with simple financing flat-rate shipping and award-winning customer
service
LEARN MORE ABOUT THEDUTCHCRAFTERS DIFFERENCE
NEXT STEPS
BROWSE OUR DINING CHAIRS
SEE OUR AMISH COUNTRY
MEET OUR MAKERS
TALK TO OUR SPECIALISTS
HEAR FROM OUR CUSTOMERS
NEXT STEPS
BROWSE OUR DINING CHAIRS
SEE OUR AMISH COUNTRY
MEET OUR MAKERS
TALK TO OUR SPECIALISTS
HEAR FROM OUR CUSTOMERS