Dover Chair

The Dover Chair is a sleek, modern side chair that sets a fully upholstered seat and squared back on an open, rectangular steel frame. The frame forms clean lines at the sides and base, almost like a sled, so the soft upholstered block appears to float within a thin metal outline. It is a crisp, tailored look that suits contemporary restaurants and hotel dining.

The frame can be finished in a Metal Option B powder coat, a brushed brass finish or a custom powder coat color, and the seat and back can be upholstered in leather, faux leather or fabric. Brushed brass with a light fabric reads glamorous and lounge-like; a matte black frame with leather feels sharp and urban. A 20" seat height and 18" x 17" seat keep it comfortable at standard dining tables.

Design details

• Open rectangular steel frame with a sled-like base
• Fully upholstered seat and squared back
• Clean, tailored silhouette
• Frame in powder coat, brushed brass or custom colors
• Upholstery in leather, faux leather, fabric or COM

Built for commercial use

The Dover's steel frame is welded rather than bolted. It is tested to 400 lbs and tested internally to meet ANSI/BIFMA standards, and its foam and upholstery meet CAL TB 117-2013. It ships fully assembled from the factory and carries a 3-year frame structural warranty and a 1-year finish and upholstery warranty from shipment.

Dimensions

• Width: 18"
• Depth: 24"
• Height: 32.5"
• Seat Height: 20"
• Seat Size: 18" x 17"

Plan about 24" per seat at the table. Our restaurant seating layout guide covers table spacing and aisle widths.

Finishes and upholstery

Metal (Metal Option B): matte white, matte warm gray, matte silver gray, matte orange, matte dark gray (sand finish), matte black, dark gray and army green. Brushed brass and custom powder coat colors are also available.

Leather (Leather Option A): a wide range of standard, deluxe and premium leathers, from clean neutrals such as onyx, ivory and pewter to cognac, toffee, hunter green and a family of distressed finishes like whiskey, bourbon and hickory.

Faux leather (Faux Leather Option B): standard and deluxe faux leathers in a broad palette, from black, white, tan and grays to vintage greens, caramel, chestnut, rich blues and dusty earth tones.

Fabric (Fabric Option A): an extensive library of commercial fabrics and tweeds in grays, browns, blues, greens, reds and brighter accent colors, with many selections rated from 72,000 to 130,000 double rubs.

COM: customer's own material is accepted (minimums may apply).

For commercial seating we recommend specifying upholstery rated 75,000–100,000 double rubs; our upholstery double rubs guide explains why. COM and COL are welcome, and we will give you the yardage required.

Model code: DOVE-SC

Where it works

The Dover suits restaurant dining rooms, hotel restaurants, casino restaurants and private clubs. Browse more in our side chairs, metal chairs and upholstered chairs categories.

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.