Different Types of Chairs

There are various types of chairs for you to select. Some chairs are made for home, others are made for the office. Others are multipurpose while some have a very specific function. In any case, it's better to know the different types of chairs before you buy so you know what you're getting.

Below are some chair types and styles you should be aware of. Read through these definitions and get an idea of what each type is.

Club Chair - a chair that is big and cushy. These types of chairs are found in entertainment establishments and have found their ways into homes.

High Back Chair - a chair with a high back support. This is a characteristic of office chairs as well as some kitchen chairs

Low-Back Chair - a chair with a low back. This is also a characteristic found in office chairs as well as kitchen chairs.

Stick Back Chair - a type of chair where the back support consists of slender wooden polls. It's a traditional style often found in house and dining chairs.

Conversation Chair - a simple cushioned chair found in living rooms and dens. They are for relaxing purposes.

Dining Chair - a chair that goes with a dining table set. These chairs match the dining room table and are often elegant in design.

Easy Chair - a chair designed for simple home comfort. It's very similar to a conversation chair. Easy chair design various greatly and can be very modern.

Folding Chair - a chair that can be collapsed and stored easily.

Hall Chair - an older style chair designed to be placed in a hallway or entrance way. They are typically small wooden chairs with no arms.

Lawn/Outdoor Chair - a chair intended for outdoor use. These types of chairs are often folding chairs and made of metal and fabric. They are durable and can withstand outdoor

Lolling Chair - a vintage style chair with arms and a solid cushion back.

Lounge Chair - a style of chair typically low to the ground where an ottoman can be incorporated to allow for resting your legs or has an extended base that allows for leg extension.

Office Chair - a chair designed for office use. This type of chair is very utilitarian and comes in varying styles.

Recliner Chair - a chair where the back can be adjusted and positioned in a leaning position.

Rocking Chair - a chair with bent running legs that allow for a rocking movement.

Roundabout Or Corner - a unique chair design that allows this chair to placed in a corner. It typically has a rounded back and a diamond shape seat.

Side Chair - a simple chair similar to a hall chair designed to fit conveniently in multiple places. These chairs typically don't have arms.

Stacking Chairs - a set of chairs designed to stack on top of each other for easy storage.

Swivel Chair - a chair that can swivel on its base any where from 90 degrees, 180 degrees, to even 360 degrees.

Throne Chair - a chair designed with a regal look and feel. Typically these chairs have flush upholstery and cushioning.