The functions of the kitchen facilities imply the presence of a large number of people (family members, guests). In most cases, not everyone has enough space. Having bought folding chairs for the kitchen, you can solve this problem.
Advantages and disadvantages
Chairs are chosen last, after the headset and table. This is done in order not to violate the style of the kitchen. In the modern furniture market, a large and varied selection of kitchen chairs of various shapes, colors and designs. Among them there are folding models that have a number of undeniable advantages.
- Transforming chairs are easy to use, compact. If necessary, they can be easily folded and put away in an inconspicuous place.
- Have a low weight, reasonable price and quality.
- Reliable and comfortable.
- Combination with almost any interior.
- Easy to care for.
There are practically no drawbacks. There are inconveniences when using compact models for overweight people. When buying, it is recommended to pay attention to the load indicators on the product during operation.
In order not to be mistaken, you need to choose and buy folding chairs from manufacturers with a proven track record. And thoroughly check all fasteners and the material from which they are made.
Varieties
Due to the intensive use of folding chairs, their frame is made of reliable and strong materials. Such modern materials as metal, wood, chipboard or plywood, plastic are used.
Wood products
Wooden folding chairs - this is primarily environmental friendliness. They are strong and stable.For a longer service life, as well as imparting moisture resistance and heat resistance, the entire surface of the product is treated with a special solution. The basis of this composition are synthetic resins. Additionally varnished. Such chairs are lightweight. They are attractive, comfortable and reliable.
The interiors in the rustic and eco-style are just right for placing wooden seats there. Of the shortcomings noted intolerance to high humidity, high cost.
Particleboard - particle board
Folding chairs made of chipboard have greater accessibility for the population, since they are cheaper than wooden ones. Very resistant to overheating. However, in terms of service life they are inferior to wood products and do not tolerate a large amount of moisture.
Metal constructions
Metal folding chairs have advantages over wooden ones.
- The chairs are sturdy, do not deform when bumped or dropped.
- No smoothness after cleaning.
- They have a stylish and presentable appearance.
- Painting is done by spraying or chrome plating. Due to this, there are many colors in the selection.
- Not subject to corrosion, as they have a special coating.
- Withstand weight of about 150 kg.
- Longer service life in comparison with products from other materials.
In most cases, aluminum is used to make the frame of the structure. Rust does not appear on such an alloy, and it is lighter than other metals.
Folding metal stools come with a back, and armchairs are made for chairs for greater convenience. The seats are covered with leather substitutes. These models are perfect for a variety of interiors.
Peerlessly look among mirror, metal, glass and leather furnishings. Use in style high tech. The only drawback of folding chairs on the metal frame is the sliding of metal legs on the floor and its damage. To avoid such a problem, use plastic, silicone or rubber caps that attach to the legs.
Plastic frame
Plastic or plastic folding chairs are in greatest demand among buyers after metal. If you plan to use folding furniture infrequently, then this is the most suitable option in your choice.
Advantages:
- the material is very light and cheap, respectively, and the products from it are the same;
- there is a variety of colors;
- practical and moisture resistant material;
- aesthetic and easy to care for;
- chairs made of plastic can be placed in any territory - indoors or in the garden.
But there are also disadvantages. In contrast to metal, plastic furniture is short-lived and quickly wears out.. The mechanisms responsible for folding are unreliable. The material categorically does not tolerate the effects of high temperatures, and when it is exposed to direct sunlight, it quickly loses color.
Permissible load on plastic chairs is not more than 120 kg.
Folding bar stools
Sleek and stylish folding bar stools also have their advantages.
- With the use of such chairs, if desired, it is possible to change the situation in the kitchen. You can change an ordinary kitchen table to a bar counter, while getting a completely different style in the room without any special costs.
- Seats are less than simple folding chairs.
- Easily folded and transported to any desired location by both ordinary residents and owners of street catering.
- Cheap compared to standard bar stools.
- Lightness and variety of models, variations and prices.
Transforming child seats
We can distinguish a separate category of transformer chairs: children's chairs for feeding. When a child reaches the age of complementary feeding, many parents have difficulty. Pediatricians categorically do not advise keeping the baby on their knees when feeding. It is recommended to teach children from childhood to eat food at the table. However, the baby can not be seated in a simple kitchen chair. For such cases, there are children's chairs.
They have several advantages.
- Securely fixed to any floor covering. Confidence that the stool will not tip over when feeding the baby.
- A well-thought-out system of shrinkage of children and high sides do not allow food to fly around the area surrounding the chair.
- Financial savings. In the future, when the baby will sit confidently, and then learn to walk, the transforming chair can be converted into a walker or swing. Many models can be transformed into a desk for drawing.
Of the shortcomings, the overall size stands out. And also not all wooden models provide for fixing children.
When buying, it is important to pay attention to a number of nuances. So, the seat should be made of polyethylene or with a rubberized layer.
- Be sure to have seat belts with clips in an amount of at least 5 pieces and adjustable in length.
- The presence of a removable worktop with adjustable positions.
- Backrest tilt. When a child falls asleep in a chair, you can not disturb him, but simply recline his back.
- You need to choose chairs made of hypoallergenic natural material.
- Sustainability. The chair should not roll over when the child is fidgeting on it.
- For greater comfort there should be a removable footrest.
- For safety reasons, it is not permissible to have pointed parts and angles on the product.
Before buying, it is advisable to familiarize yourself with the quality certificate for a particular product.
How to choose?
Consider the main criteria for choosing folding chairs for the kitchen.
- Sustainability. Very often, people carry folding beds from city apartments to summer cottages or take with them to nature. Situations in such cases are different, for example, gusts of wind at a picnic or the mischief of children in the garden. It is important that the chair does not tip over and fly away.
- Compactness. When choosing, you need to decide where you will put the folded chair in your home or car. Then you can proceed to the selection. Ideal when several folded chairs are stacked compactly in a row.
- Lightness (weight). Taking into account the fact that transportability is the main function of the selected products, it is necessary to select transforming chairs, which are much lighter than ordinary kitchen chairs.
- Comfort. When choosing, you need to pay attention to the seat and back. Soft - this is comfort, and hard - easy to clean. Modern design allows you to buy folding chairs with seats and backs, as close as possible to the anatomical shape of the human body. Such designs are convenient and comfortable.
- Based on the fact that the chairs are selected for the kitchen, the upholstery on them should not be afraid of grease and dirt. To prevent it from responding to ultraviolet light, it was easy to clean. In most cases, these are expensive leather seats. To reduce cost and availability, the skin is replaced with a specially treated fabric or leatherette. The synthetic winterizer, batting, and also foam rubber are fillers.
Before buying transformer chairs, you need to determine the place of their storage. For example, products made of chipboard do not tolerate moisture, so they should in no case be stored on balconies or summer verandas. From exposure to high temperatures on plastic products, their deformation occurs. This also needs special attention. It is necessary to choose folding chairs so that they are combined with the furnishings of the kitchen.
Do not chase for cheap options if you do not want to often change or repair furniture. For prolonged use, you need to purchase more expensive models.
See how to choose folding chairs for your kitchen in the next video.