How do I care for rush seats?

Keep rush seating away from excessive moisture and direct heat sources to prevent the natural fibres from becoming brittle. Apply a light application of beeswax to the wooden framework while dusting the woven seat with a soft dry brush.

Can I mix these chairs with modern tables?

Spindle back chairs introduce warmth and tactile grain to contemporary dining spaces through their traditional silhouette. Their varied wooden tones allow them to sit comfortably alongside glass, metal, or modern timber tables.

How do I identify a Windsor chair?

Look for a thick solid wooden seat that acts as the central anchor for both the undercarriage legs and the back spindles. The absence of traditional box framing separates this construction method from standard framed dining chairs.

What is a harlequin set?

A harlequin set brings together individual chairs sharing similar heights, periods, or vernacular styles without forming an exact factory match. This method mirrors how rural households naturally acquired and replaced seating over generations.