Bensen Chair with Cord Seat

The Bensen Chair with Cord Seat pairs the clean, low-back Bensen frame with a hand-woven natural cord seat. The rear legs curve up and forward into a wide veneer wood back rail that wraps around the sitter, while the open area below the rail keeps the chair airy and easy to read across a busy dining room. Tapered legs and slim stretchers finish a frame that feels light without looking fragile.

The woven cord seat adds texture and a relaxed, crafted quality that suits coastal dining rooms, rooftop restaurants and bright cafes. The solid wood frame comes in our American walnut, white oak, ash and European beech finishes. Mix it with the upholstered Bensen Chair or carry the look to the bar with the Bensen Stool.

Design details

• Natural woven cord seat for texture and breathable comfort
• Curved veneer wood back rail that wraps around the sitter
• Low back that slides under tables and keeps sightlines open
• Tapered solid wood legs joined by slim stretchers
• Coordinates with the upholstered Bensen Chair and Bensen Stool

Built for commercial use

The frame is built from solid wood with mortise-and-tenon joinery and very few bolted connections. It is tested to 400 lbs and tested internally to meet ANSI/BIFMA standards. Every chair ships fully assembled from the factory and carries a 3-year frame structural warranty and a 1-year finish warranty from shipment. The wood and cord are made to break in over time and develop the patina of heirloom furniture. Each chair comes standard with heavy-duty nail-on nylon glides, suitable for most commercial floor types, including hardwood, tile, stone, concrete and carpet.

Dimensions

• Width: 19.75"
• Depth: 21.25"
• Height: 29.75"
• Seat Height: 19.5"
• Seat Size: 19.5" x 16.75"

Allow about 24" per seat at tables. Our restaurant seating layout guide covers spacing and aisle planning.

Finishes and upholstery

Wood (Wood Option B): North American ash, European beech, black painted ash (open pore), beechwood with walnut stain, ashwood with light or dark walnut stain, American white oak and American walnut.

Seat (Cord Option A): natural woven cord.

Model code: BECS-SC

Where it works

The Bensen Chair with Cord Seat is a natural fit for restaurants, hotel dining rooms, cafes and coffee shops and winery tasting rooms. Explore the Coastal & Rooftop Collection, browse our commercial side chairs, or read the wood restaurant chairs guide.

Lead times and ordering

Standard production is 14–20 weeks, and most orders can be rushed to 8–10 weeks. Minimum order is typically 4 pieces, and smaller orders are considered on request. Sample chairs are available for sit tests through our sample loan program. Designform Furnishings is a commercial wholesaler: we sell to businesses, designers, purchasing firms and the public for commercial projects, not for residential or personal use. We ship worldwide.

How do I get pricing? Contact your local sales rep or a project manager or administrator in our office and we will quote your list, including freight.