Eiffel Chair: How to choose the best one in 2022

Today we are going to talk about the Eiffel chair, also called the Eames chair, in honor of Charles and Ray Eames, the couple of designers responsible for creating this model.

This chair is very versatile, it can come with or without armrests, with wooden or metal feet and in different options of colors and coverings, ideal for different environments in the house such as living room, kitchen, bedroom and office.

It is possible to integrate the Eiffel chair with modern or classic furniture. And to help you choose the ideal model according to the environment and decoration of your home, we will bring down all the relevant information about this product.

First, the most important

• The base of the Eiffel chair can be made of wood or metal. In both cases, the feet are joined by a metallic structure.
• The seat and back make up a single piece made of polypropylene with fiberglass lining.
• If you are going to use the chair to study or work, opt for a model with an armrest. If you are going to use the chair at the dining table, a model without an armrest is ideal.

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Best Eiffel chairs: Our recommendations

Choosing a chair, or a set of them, may not be as simple as it seems, as it is important to buy a model that matches the other furniture and the decor of the environment. To assist you in this mission, we have selected some of the best models of Eiffel chair. Check out:

• Classic model of a renowned brand
• Reinforced steel model that supports more weight
• A different option, with balance

 

Buying Guide

With a modern design, the Eiffel chair is a major trend in interior design, even though it was created in the 1940s.

The differential of this chair is the versatility: for each room in the house, there is an ideal model. But to make the right choice, you need to know the different options. Find out more in this Buying Guide.

What are the characteristics of the Eiffel chair?

The Eiffel chair was created by Charles and Ray Eames. The couple of designers designed the model for a contest that proposed to the contestants the challenge of creating a furniture with low production cost, light and resistant.

To design the structure of the chair, the Eames couple was inspired by the Eiffel Tower, a monument located in Paris, France.

The structure runs through the base of the chair, providing stability, resistance and the charming resemblance to the French monument.

The seat and back of the Eiffel chair form a single piece, made of polypropylene with fiberglass lining. Although this is the most common material, you will find models of other materials.

The cupped shape makes the chair even more comfortable. This model is also quite spacious and the slightly tilted seat reduces pressure on the spine.

The Eiffel chair is found in versions with or without arms. The four feet that make up the base of the chair can be made of wood or metal, joined by a metallic structure.

When it was launched in 1950, the Eiffel chair was sold in three colors: gray, beige and brown. A while later, models in other colors like yellow, green and red were launched. Today, the Eiffel chair is sold in 14 shades.

The Eiffel chair follows a pattern of dimensions: 51 cm in depth / length, 46 cm in width (62 cm if an armchair) and 81 cm in height, the seat being 41 cm from the floor.

What are the different models of Eiffel chair?

A striking feature of the Eiffel chair is its adaptability to different contexts: it has models with and without armrests, with wooden, metal and balance feet.

 

The Eiffel chair is adaptable to different contexts.

The armless model is considered a chair, while the armless version is called an armchair. Some acronyms are also used to refer to these different models.

The first letter refers to the place where the chair fits best: the letter D refers to the English word dining which means dinner and the letter S is for side, a term that refers to the support chair.

The second letter indicates the shape (if it is a chair or armchair). The letter A indicates Armchair , which means armchair. The letter S is for Side refers to the armless model.

The third letter refers to the feet of the chair. The letter R stands for R-Wire , that is, the famous rocking foot. The letter W stands for Wood , which means wood and the letter X indicates that the feet are cross-shaped.

Which model to use according to the home environment?

The Eiffel chair has many variations, so this model fits in different environments: living room, dining room, kitchen, bedroom (for children, teenagers and adults) and office.

Dining Room and Kitchen

If you choose a set of Eiffel chairs for your dining room or kitchen table, it is worth choosing armless chairs in the center of the table and chairs with armrests at the ends.

The choice of shade varies according to preference. If the decoration is in sober tones, bet on the brown, black or gray chair. If you want to make the environment more cheerful, prefer a colorful model.

bedroom

If the decor of your room is retro or minimalist, you can bet on a transparent Eiffel chair, made of acrylic.

If your room has a clean decor, with a predominance of white, you can choose a chair with the same shade. The rocking chair is also an excellent choice for the bedroom.

The children’s room can also receive a special touch in the decoration with the miniature Eiffel chair, which is also available in versions with or without armrests, with metal or wooden feet and in different shades.

If it is a baby room, you can exchange the conventional armchair for a rocking Eiffel chair, which has a very subtle movement and armrest. To make it more comfortable, you can put on a synthetic hide.

Office

If you are looking for an Eiffel chair for your home office, you have the option of the upholstered model. You can find versions with animal or ecological leather lining, velvet and even linen.

You will also find the Eiffel chair with casters (casters), the ideal model for those who seek practicality on a daily basis. And if you have a lot of space in place, give preference to a model with armrests.

In the commercial office you can choose chairs with different shades. The choice will help to add a touch of relaxation to this very formal environment.

Living room

The Eiffel chair with armrest replaces the conventional armchair and leaves the living room lighter, contemporary and with personality. In this environment you can also bet on the Eiffel chair with swing.

The Eiffel chair is also a good option if you have a small sofa and you have no space to receive visitors at home.

How much does an Eiffel chair cost?

The prices of the Eiffel chair vary according to the model, material and brand. If you are looking for a cheaper option, invest in an Eiffel chair without armrests, which costs from R $ 100.

The chair with armrests is more expensive and costs from R $ 250, this is also the minimum price for a rocking chair. If you prefer a model with upholstered lining, you will invest at least R $ 300.

If you prefer, you can buy a set of chairs. You can find options with two, four or six chairs.

Where to buy an Eiffel chair?

You can find the Eiffel chair at furniture and decoration stores  Stock, Westwing, Etna (physical), Madeira Madeira, Vestcasa and Mobly (virtual). It is also worth taking a look at Amazon, Mercado Livre and Shoptime.

 

 

Charles EamesOne of the creators of the eiffel chair

“Eventually everything connects – people, ideas, objects … the quality of the connections is the key to quality in itself.”

 

Purchasing criteria: Factors to compare Eiffel chairs

There is no denying it: the chair is a piece of furniture that makes all the difference in the decoration of any environment. With that in mind, we prepared some tips on how to choose the ideal Eiffel chair model.

• Material
• foot
• Arms
• Color

We will detail item by item throughout this section, check it out.

Material

The Eiffel chair can be made of polypropylene, acrylic or upholstered in leather, linen and velvet.

• Polypropylene . It is a plastic material that offers comfort, durability, resistance and versatility. This material is also easier to shape and can take different shapes. Another advantage is that the product is already molded in the final color, for this reason you will not find any difference in shade.
• Acrylic . If you choose an acrylic model, you will have in your hands a very light, modern and high-gloss chair. Usually the Eiffel chair made of acrylic is transparent.
• Leather . It adapts easily to different styles of decoration, from classic to modern. This material is also of exceptional quality.
• Velvet . It gives a soft touch to the furniture and a feeling of warmth to the environment. In addition, this material is very elegant and sophisticated. You find the upholstered Eiffel chair with velvet lining.

foot

When buying an Eiffel chair you can choose the DAW (Dining Armchair Wood) model, which has armrests, or DSW (Dining Side Wood), which does not have armrests. In both cases, the chairs have wooden feet.

If you prefer a chair with metal feet, the version with armrests is DAR (Dining Armchair R-Wire) and the model without armrests is DSR (Dining Side R-Wire).

Arms

The Eiffel chair without armrests is ideal for smaller environments. You can also use it in places where you will spend little time sitting as a dressing table and dining table.

If you are going to use the chair for long periods, in your office or at your study desk, it is essential that the chair has armrests, the piece provides comfort and reduces physical wear.

Color

You can find the Eiffel chair in several color options. Altogether there are 14 shades, considering the original model, created by Charles and Ray Eames. But if we count on replicas, the color options increase significantly.

The choice is a matter of personal preference, but we suggest that you follow a pattern:

• Chairs the same color as the other furniture.
• Vibrant tone chairs to create contrast.
• Chairs of various colors, or different shades (to create a gradient effect).