Pull Up a Folding Chair This Summer

Whether space is tight, you need a few extra seats or you'd just love to dine outdoors, folding chairs can save the day. Not the eyesores they once were, folding chairs are available in so many great styles that they may become a permanent solution to year-round flexible seating.

Wooden folding chairs perfectly tuck under a small table in a tight dining spot, and can be easily folded and moved aside when necessary.


Directors' chairs have timeless casual appeal. Here they provide retro beach style comfort in a vacation home, but they can look great in just about any setting. Try staining the wood a deep shade, or paint the frames in an eye-catching color for a fresh twist.


Folding chairs with arms take up a bit more space when stored, though they are certainly more comfortable for entertaining around a coffee table. A fluffy sheepskin gives an otherwise summery-looking chair year-round style.


Classic folding bistro chairs have a vintage feel that can work with a European cafe style or retro schoolhouse. They come in many colors or can be painted to suit your decor.


Mix folding chairs with similar colored formal chairs in your dining room for a functional eclectic look.


Teak folding chairs are wonderful for outdoor seating, though you can use them indoors as well. They are larger and more comfortable than standard folding chairs, and give an elegant impression.


Hang your folding chairs on a wall in a laundry room, storage room or garage. If you're an apartment dweller, look for a spot in a hallway or behind a door.


Terai Folding Chair, Orange Ikat - $198.00 » This folding chair from Anthropologie would look great with global decor and has a range of patchwork fabric options. I've seen this chair used in very high-end interiors for everyday dining and desk seating.


Link Outdoor Folding Chairs & New Fabrics » This streamlined modern take on the canvas director's chair is elegant and refined. Use these chairs year-round in your living room instead of armchairs, or fold them up when you need more floor space.

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