What chairs will match our new table or can I use the ones thatI have?
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MN Mom on Dec 23, 2015Beth I love the table and the chairs, too! To compliment the lines of the table, I would suggest chairs with clean, straight lines. Maybe a black painted chair with an upholstered back and seat or cushion? If you like an eclectic look, choose two pairs chairs with similar lines and use coordinating fabrics to pull it all together. And save those school chairs...they're amazing too!Helpful Reply
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MN Mom on Dec 24, 2015Would something like this work in your space, Beth? Lots of colors and patterns depending on your taste and styleHelpful Reply
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York Gardener on Dec 24, 2015I love the chairs you intended to use with your new table.Helpful Reply
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Paularuth on Dec 24, 2015If you paint the chairs walnut or some darker wood color and add comfortable-looking cushions, you would have a nice looking set. I love the Target chairs suggested, too.Helpful Reply
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Marion Nesbitt on Dec 24, 2015Like your current chairs. Both table and current chairs look contemporary. I like the juxtaposition of angle and curve, dark and light.Helpful Reply
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Nana moving on on Dec 24, 2015I think the chairs on the left are perfect. The fabric looks great through the glass and the wood is so similar it looks good. The straight lines of the wood match too. They look comfortable and inviting too like lingering for coffee and conversation after lunch or dinner?Helpful Reply
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Nana moving on on Dec 24, 2015I would go over the solid black table base with the same dark brown as the chairs on the left like a wood grain texture lines over the black.Helpful Reply
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B. Enne on Dec 24, 2015Personally, I like the rounded chairs with the table. I would just stain or paint the round chairs (darker), and live with them for a while. You may find that you will appreciate a break from the angles, and you won't have a ''cookie cutter'' look. The colour will make a huge difference and help the coordinate better with your table. The Target ones (and the like from big box stores) are cute and very common, but don't hold hold up to wear and tear...they become uncomfortable very quickly. Impulse buys end up costing more in the long run. I would also put the upholstered chairs elsewhere, since I think the 2 styles together are the problem, not the table. If you do a search, you will see that many people put round chairs with rectangular tables (and vice versa), and it looks good. Here is a site that shows some: https://www.allmodern.com/Dining-Sets-C366119.htmlHelpful Reply
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LD on Dec 24, 2015These chairs will work well with your new table, they just need a some updating. I would spray paint the legs the same color or similar color as the dining room table base is, and then I would add lots of color and or design to the chair seat back, for you have a lot of dark wood in the room already.Helpful Reply
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Janet Pizaro on Dec 24, 2015Personally I like the contrast of the round chairs and the square table. It is very contempory and works very well. I would however stain them darker to match the color of the table. Nice finds.Helpful Reply
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Dawn Luthe on Dec 24, 2015I like the juxtaposition of the round chairs with the angular table. I would move the other chairs elsewhere. I don't mind the color and would live with them that way for awhile.Helpful Reply
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Jim L on Dec 24, 2015DO NOT TOUCH THOSE CHAIRS! They are perfect as they are! If you want to wash they with Murphy's Wood Oil soap and wax them, fine...please do not "mess" with them. Do not paint the legs...do not do anything to them. PLEASE... The contrast of the light and dark woods is very nice and not goring...If one of my clients had these pieces, I would tell them the same thing...Helpful Reply
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Juliya Sav on Dec 24, 2015this is a great look. only thing i would change is to paint the legs of the chair black to match the table. it really looks like a set.Helpful Reply
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Sherry Fram on Dec 24, 2015I like the chairs with the table they just need some color. Use some of the Unicorn Spit stain to spruce up the chairs & you'll be set!Helpful Reply
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Jim L on Dec 24, 2015The sharp (acute) angles of the table base are quite "stark". The "roundness" and curves of the chairs soften the look. They really do compliment each other. The chairs are so '50's...Had the chairs been "angular", that would have been to much...it is like mixing patterns...floral with stripes...angles with curves...I think that you have "hit a home run" and you didn't know it! Enjoy them...Look on the bottom of the chairs and see if they are by Herman Miller...if so, they are worth a fortune as they are. Mess with them and they are almost worthless...I would really like to be able to score some chairs like these for some of my clients...Helpful Reply
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Judith Miller on Dec 24, 2015I agree, these chairs are perfect. I would probably darken the chair legs but that is just how I like it. I understand the purists who say don't change them. I tend to fix things the way I like them not to retain value. I painted my Hoosier cabinet and my antique loving friend almost cries every time she sees it.Helpful Reply
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Duv310660 on Dec 25, 2015Smart comments here - have you so well covered! Both table and chair are very sculptural, very complementary. The niggling imbalance is brought on by the fact that the tabletop's supports (under the glass) are a bit too heavy-looking against the relative lightweight form of the chairs and delicate chair-legs. You can: 1. Disguise some of the table supports by adding a rounded, asymetrical bowl/accent on the table top, or 2. Add to the weight of the chairs by adding a rounded rug underneath and bring them together as one shape (you'll have to judge the size carefully; I suggest reshaping a folded sheet to 'preview' how this works and get the right diametre. It should 'anchor' table and chairs, but don't 'fill up' too much of your small room). A textural, shaggy or patterned rug will add interest under the glass and warm up the room too. It should contrast well with your floor (light/neutral/or colourful).Helpful Reply
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Theresa Haffner on Dec 25, 2015If you want to leave the chairs original you could make slip covers in a dark chocolate or thin custom-made brown seat cushionsHelpful Reply
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Parle on Dec 25, 2015Love the chairs and table ! Color no color don't care - very eclectic and cool!Helpful Reply
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Faye Campbell on Dec 27, 2015I personally like the mix. I would consider painting the chrome legs on the chair black as there are no other chrome accents or you could introduce one on the table top. I agree with duval.26 comment about putting down a textured area carpet to add a feeling of warm to the eating area.Helpful Reply
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Carol on Dec 29, 2015It is perfect just as is. If you feel you must do something add a few throw pillows in the same design as the table frame visible under the glass, or add drapes in a modern geometric design fabric with beige, bronze and a small splash of red, orange or turquoise in it and use the same fabric for the throw pillows for the arm chairs, but I like it as is.Helpful Reply
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Margaret on May 29, 2016I like what you have........as a comment I saw this on a decorating show. They used ghost chairs. I had never heard of that so I looked they are clear plastic. I think a modern look to minimize.Helpful Reply
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