How to find the right wooden dining chairs

Choosing wooden dining chairs is not just about finding a place to sit. It's about creating a gathering point where everyday life unfolds – from quiet mornings to long evenings around the table. Wooden chairs have a natural warmth that gives the room peace, and the small details in structure and color make each chair something special. At the same time, they play closely with the dining table you already have – or dream of. That's why the choice of material and color is one of the most important decisions when it comes to balancing the dining room.

In this guide, you will get an overview of materials, colors, seats and shapes, so that you can more easily find the wooden dining chairs that will complement your dining table. You will also get help choosing the number of chairs, matching the chairs to the wood type of the table and finding out if the armrests suit your everyday life. We both go into detail and take a step back to see the whole of the room. The goal is that you can feel peace in your stomach and a match that feels just right in your home – every single day.

The dimensions of your dining room chairs

When choosing wooden dining chairs, it is a good idea to pay attention to the dimensions so that the comfort and position at the table are just right. The standard seat height of our wooden chairs is 45 cm, which fits most dining tables. The height provides a natural and comfortable sitting position, where you sit neither too low nor too high. If you want a different height, perhaps for a custom-made table, you are always welcome to contact us for a solution that fits exactly in your home.

The type of wood sets the mood

The type of wood sets the tone for both expression, mood and durability. Wooden dining chairs can create anything from a bright and Nordic room to a more warm and characterful atmosphere – it all depends on which wood you choose. Oak provides calm and naturalness, walnut adds depth and warmth, and teak combined with wicker creates a light and inviting expression. Once the type of wood has been chosen, the rest of the decisions often fall into place more easily, because colors, seats and details are based on the natural character of the wood.

To ensure that the chairs remain beautiful for many years, our dining chairs are treated with Rubio Monocoat two-component wood oil, which provides both high wear resistance and a soft, durable glow to the surface.

Oak dining chairs

Oak is a classic and timeless choice with its light tone and calm structure. It fits perfectly in Nordic homes and makes it easy to create a harmonious whole around the dining table. At the same time, oak is robust and retains its beautiful appearance for many years.

Dining chairs in European walnut

European walnut adds a deeper warmth to a room with its natural grain and dark glow. It is a wood that stands out without being overpowering, giving your dining room chairs an elegant, characterful look. Walnut works particularly well with darker tables or as a contrast to a light plank table .

Dining chairs in teak and wicker

Teak wood combined with wicker creates a light and organic look that feels both modern and timeless. The warm tone of the wood and the structure of the wicker seat make the chair soft to look at and comfortable to sit in. It is a natural choice if you want wooden and wicker dining chairs with an elegant, inviting look.

Find the right color for your wooden chairs

The color of your wooden dining chairs is shaped by the oil the wood is treated with. This means you can choose the exact look that suits your dining table – from black oiled and dark oiled to natural oiled and white oiled wood. The color affects both the mood in the room and the balance between table and chairs, so it is worth considering what tone you want around the dining table.

Black dining chairs

Black dining chairs in black-oiled wood give a distinctive and modern look. They work well as a contrast to a light-colored plank table and create a stylish, graphic whole without the chair losing its warmth.

Dark dining chairs

Dark dining chairs in dark oiled wood highlight the structure and give the room a deep, elegant tone. They match beautifully with darker tables and create a balanced, unified look. As a contrast to a light table, they add warmth and fullness.

Natural oiled dining chairs

Natural oiled dining chairs give a light and natural look, where the wood structure stands out clearly. The shade makes the room open and warm in a calm way, perfect for Nordic homes. It is also a flexible color that matches many types of dining tables.

White dining chairs

White dining chairs in white oiled wood give a soft and calm expression that blends naturally into bright surroundings. They create lightness around the dining table and are ideal if you want a simple and harmonious style.

Seat colors and materials

The seat material is of great importance for both the comfort and expression of your wooden dining chairs. At Plankoa Home you can choose between Italian leather, Admiral, Bouclé and Berretta – each with its own structure and feel. Leather gives a classic look, Admiral is soft and elegant, Bouclé adds lightness, and Berretta gives the chair a more modern touch. Only our teak chairs have woven seats, which give a natural and airy expression. This makes it easy to find a seat that suits both the table and the atmosphere in the room.

Our leather seats are made of Italian calfskin and lined with 30 mm foam for a comfortable seating comfort. The colors range from black, gray and white to warm shades such as green, cognac, beige and dark brown. The dark colors create calm and weight around the dining table, while the light ones give a soft and airy expression. Cognac and green add warmth and personality. With the wide selection, you can create the balance that feels right in your home.

Dining chairs with or without armrests?

Whether your dining chairs should have armrests depends on both the size of the table and how you use the space. Chairs with armrests provide extra comfort and a more inviting seating experience, but they also require a little more space and are therefore best suited to larger tables. Without armrests, you get a lighter look and more flexibility, especially if the chairs are to be pushed all the way under the table.

In our range, only the Holmstolen in teak is available with armrests, in addition to other models in fabric . Therefore, the choice often comes down to what expression you want around the dining table – whether it should be light and open or more enveloping and comfort-oriented.

Matching dining chairs and dining table

Matching your wooden dining chairs with a plank table in the same color and wood type can create a beautiful whole, because the structure and tone are tied together in a calm and harmonious way. At Plankoa Home you can create a coordinated look with oak to oak or walnut to walnut, if you want a unified and quiet atmosphere around the table.

You can also choose to mix – for example, a light oak table with black-oiled chairs or teak and wicker as a warm contrast. A mix gives more play and personality to the room, and both solutions can be equally right. Ultimately, it's about the atmosphere you want to create around the dining table.

How many dining chairs will fit your dining table?

When planning how many dining chairs to place around the table, a good rule of thumb is to leave about 60 cm per person. This provides elbow room, comfortable seating and a harmonious distance between the chairs – even when conversations get lively. Chairs without armrests can be an advantage if you often have guests, because they take up less space and make it possible to have more seats around the table.

If you want to work out exactly how many chairs will fit your table, you can use our size guide for plank tables , which provides measurements and recommendations for all lengths. It makes it easy to see how many dining chairs your dining table can accommodate in a way that both looks good and is functional in everyday life.

Alternatives to wooden dining chairs

Wooden dining chairs are a beautiful and solid starting point, but you can also supplement with other materials if you want more variety around the table. Fabric chairs add softness and comfort, while a wooden bench gives a more informal and flexible expression.

Many people choose wooden chairs along the sides of the table and a bench on one side for a more informal and flexible look. This can be supplemented with upholstered chairs at the ends if you want a little more comfort and variety without disturbing the whole. This gives the room a calm mix and can be a nice way to balance the light, the warm and the functional.

Discover our dining chairs in our showroom.

If you want to feel the difference in materials, colors and comfort, you are always welcome in our 300 m² showroom in Rødovre . Here you can see the entire selection of wooden dining chairs, try the seat materials and find the combination that suits your dining table exactly.

We are ready to guide you through all the options – or you can book a virtual tour if that suits you better. Whether you are looking for dining room chairs, a new wooden table or a match between the two, we are happy to help you.

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