How Curved Backs Make Dining Chairs More Practical

Curved backs are far more than a styling detail on a dining chair. By following the natural shape of the body, a curved back spreads pressure across a wider area, supports you from the side as well as behind and encourages a relaxed posture that stays comfortable through long family meals. The shape also makes chairs easier to pull out with one hand, helps them tuck neatly under the table and allows them to sit closer together around round and oval tops. In this guide we explain the different kinds of curve, from the horizontal wrap to lumbar shaping and rounded top rails, and show how each one behaves in real UK homes. We also look at upholstery choices, the practical measurements to check before you buy, how to test a curved back properly and when a straight backed chair might still be the better option for your own dining room at home....