Need Help Picking Chairs for This Table

9 years ago

I am refinishing this oak table - dark stained top & unsure of paint color for the bottom. What style chair would work with this table? Should the chair be two toned like the table or painted the same color as the table? This will be going in my traditional kitchen - but trying to tone down the traditional a bit. Thanks.

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jtb2004

9 years ago

last modified: 9 years ago

I just finished a similar project and also happen to have a traditional kitchen. I opted for the metal tolix style chairs for something less traditional but still easy to clean (I have messy kids!) I really think these tables can fit with so many styles, just depends on your likes and needs.

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User
9 years ago
Are you looking for something more in farmhouse or formal

https://www.houzz.com/products/double-x-back-chairs-set-of-2-prvw-vr~51632757

https://www.houzz.com/products/kensington-elouise-dining-chair-bennett-moon-prvw-vr~53591078
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My3dogs ME zone 5A
9 years ago
You might get some ideas from these pictures here. Your choices are many!

https://www.google.com/search?q=round+wooden+table+dark+top+with+chairs&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwiElofQ6o7WAhUH_IMKHRTOBXcQ_AUICygC&biw=1093&bih=451
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Sueb20
9 years ago
That looks great, jtb.

I wouldn't do a two-tone chair. I'd find the chair first, then paint the base to match or complement the chair color. What's your budget? These painted chairs from Target are cute. Several colors.

https://www.target.com/p/windsor-dining-chair-aqua-set-of-2-threshold-153/-/A-15135513?ref=tgt_adv_XS000000&AFID=google_pla_df&CPNG=PLA_Furniture+Shopping&adgroup=SC_Furniture&LID=700000001170770pgs&network=g&device=t&location=9002077&gclid=CjwKCAjwlrnNBRBMEiwApKU4PGcPhDwG3npb7DUwLc-GRcYlP0UA4KTkkoMhvetN3YK18vkdUR7TDRoCY_EQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds
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suzyq53
9 years ago
It's really beautiful. I'd like dark chairs to match the top. I could see a pale grayish blue for the base, depending on your on your style. I'd consider upholstered chairs with dark wood legs.
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Original Author
9 years ago
Suz - I am leaning towards a gray blue. I am hoping to find chairs to upholster. My problem is what if I cannot find oak chairs? Would it look odd with two different types of wood or would the stain color unify the piece? My kitchen has orangy cherry cabinets.
Sueb20
9 years ago
I have these "Lowe" chairs from Crate and Barrel with my dark oak table. It's a close match, plus you don't notice the wood finish quite as much on an upholstered chair. The chair comes in other colors.
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Cor
Original Author
9 years ago
JTB2001 - What color did you use on your table and chairs? It turned out lovely.
User
9 years ago
SUE! I want your rug.

Do you have photos of your kitchen? Seeing the style might give us better direction. Honestly I like many different combination with that type of table.
jtb2004
9 years ago
Cor - Thank you! I used an Annie Sloan chalk paint in French linen. Then I whitewashed it a bit to give it some depth.

When you say you're looking for chairs to upholster, do you mean just the seat or the whole thing? I found this example that is quite lovely. The wood tones in the tabletop and chairs seem to be the same.
Sueb20
9 years ago
Shee, thanks! Nourison Nourmak flat weave rugs...I have two...wear like iron and have found they're the best to hold up to kids, dogs, etc. Here's a glimpse of another one in our family room that's about 10 yrs old.

Okay, advertisement/hijack over...back to OP. Meant to say I love the top of your table!