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Is it worth recovering dining chairs?
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Yes, it may be worth recovering dining chairs. If the upholstery on your chairs is worn or stained, but the frames are in good condition, recovering them can restore their appearance and allow you to continue using your furniture for more years. However, there may be some downsides to recovering. Sometimes, the material and labor costs may be more than what you might pay for new chairs. Recovering some vintage or antique dining chairs may also diminish their value. If your chairs are vintage or antique, you may wish to consult a certified appraiser or antique dealer to learn about the potential impact of replacing the fabric before you proceed with the recovery process. It is also a good idea to get estimates from a few professional furniture repairers to see how much the project will cost. Shop a large collection of dining chairs on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024
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Mario Bellini Set of Four 'CAB 413' Dining Chairs in Patinated Cognac Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Mario Bellini for Cassina, set of four armchairs model 'CAB 413', leather, plastic, Italy, 1979
The iconic ‘CAB’ chair was designed by Mario Bellini in 1979. Conceptually new was th...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Plastic
Italian Dining Chairs with Carved Backs and Straw Seats
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Set of eight dining chairs, beech, straw, Italy, 1950s
Crafted with a refined decorative allure and a rustic inclination, these chairs present exquisite craftsmanship and intricate ...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Straw, Beech
Vico Magistretti 'Carimate' Dining Chair in Stained Wood with Rush Seat
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Vico Magistretti, ‘Carimate’ armchair, model '892', stained beech, rush, Italy, design 1963
The ‘Carimate’ chair is one of Vico Magistretti’s most famous chairs. Originally designed...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rush, Beech
Silvio Coppola for Bernini Set of Twelve Dining Chairs in Walnut
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Silvio Coppola for Bernini, set of twelve dining chairs, model '330', leather, walnut, Italy, 1969
Wonderful set of dining chairs in black leather upholstery and walnut wood by Ital...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Marcel Breuer Cesca Chair in Chrome and Straw, Signed Gavina, Italy, 1960s
By Marcel Breuer, Gavina
Located in Roma, IT
Gorgeous mid-century Cesca chair in chromed metal, Vienna straw and black lacquered beech wood. This beautiful chair was designed by Marcel Breuer and produced by Gavina in Italy dur...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Dutch Set of Six Organically Curved Dining Chairs in Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Set of six dining chairs, teak, the Netherlands, 1960s
Elegant and durable, these strongly curved dining chairs are crafted from teak. The design, a testament to both form and funct...
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Teak