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What a dining chair has to survive
A dining chair gets pulled out, sat on, spilled on and pushed back in, several times a day. It has to look good and keep looking good.
The easiest way to judge that is a number. Martindale rub counts measure how much abrasion a fabric takes before it wears, and TOV lists them for fabrics where we have the data.
Four dining chairs to shop now
All four are in stock, in more than one color.
Beatrix Performance Velvet Dining Chair
A high wingback silhouette in velvet with polished gold stainless steel legs. In Navy, Grey, Green, Blush, Sea Blue, Black and Cognac, TOV's fabric data lists 30,000 Martindale rubs, and the fabric is listed as contract durable. $299.
- Best for hosts who want a statement chair with a wear number behind it.
Tomlin Performance Chenille Dining Chair
Art Deco glamour with a fully upholstered frame, bold arched legs and an armless, gently curved back. Cream, Light Pink and Tan are $379, and Teal and Beige are $399.
- Best for dining rooms that lean glamorous.
Georgia Performance Chenille Dining Chair
Textured upholstery and supportive cushioning in Cream, Light Pink or Light Blue. $299.
- Best for long dinners and a softer palette.
Betsy Dining Chair
A 90-day top 10 seller with 85 units sold, in Taupe or Cream. $299.
- Best for a neutral dining room that needs a safe pick.
How to choose a dining chair
Start with the fabric
Look for a listed rub count and a performance fabric before you look at color.
Match the table
A velvet chair like Beatrix softens a hard table. A chenille chair like Tomlin sits well beside a solid wood top.
Buy the full set
Order every chair at once so the dye lots match.
FAQs
What does a Martindale rub count mean?
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Set the table
Pick the chairs your guests will not want to leave. All four styles are in stock now.
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