Rod Chair

The Rod Chair pairs a sculpted, upholstered seat with a slender metal frame for a polished, contemporary look. The seat and veneer wood back form a gently curved shell that cradles the sitter, and it sits on a fine frame of thin rods, with four straight legs braced by side and front stretchers. From any angle, the frame reads as a delicate line drawing beneath the solid shell.

Shown in a deep teal with a brushed brass color frame, the Rod brings a jewelry-box quality to restaurant dining rooms and hotel bars. The steel frame comes standard in a matte black powder coat finish and is also available in brushed brass or polished stainless steel, and the seat can be done in leather, faux leather, fabric or your own material. It coordinates with the Rod Stool.

Design details

• Curved shell with an upholstered seat and veneer wood back
• Slender rod frame with side and front stretchers
• Matte black powder coat frame standard; brushed brass or polished stainless steel available
• Compact 17.25" width
• Coordinates with the Rod Stool

Built for commercial use

The Rod has a welded metal frame rather than a bolted one, so it stays rigid despite its slim profile. 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. Each chair comes standard with heavy-duty nylon glides, suitable for most commercial floor types, including hardwood, tile, stone, concrete and carpet.

Dimensions

• Width: 17.25"
• Depth: 18.75"
• Height: 30.25"
• Seat Height: 17.5"
• Seat Size: 17.25" x 14.5"

The compact footprint works well in busy dining rooms. Allow about 24" per seat at tables. Our restaurant seating layout guide covers aisle widths and table spacing.

Finishes and upholstery

Frame: matte black powder coat (standard). Also available in brushed brass or polished stainless steel.

Wood veneer (Wood Option D): American ash, black painted ash, American white oak and American walnut.

Leather (Leather Option A): a wide range of standard, deluxe and premium leathers, including distressed and richly colored hides.

Faux leather (Faux Leather Option B): a wide range of standard and deluxe faux leathers in neutrals, browns, blues, greens and glazed finishes.

Fabric (Fabric Option A): a broad selection of commercial fabrics, tweeds and performance weaves, many rated from 72,000 to 130,000 double rubs.

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

For commercial seating we recommend fabrics rated 75,000 to 100,000 double rubs or higher. COM and COL are accepted, and we will provide the yardage. Learn more in our upholstery double rubs guide.

Model code: RODM-SC

Where it works

The Rod suits restaurant dining rooms, hotel restaurants and bars, winery tasting rooms and casino restaurants. Browse more metal chairs and upholstered chairs, or see our coordinating chairs and stools.

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.