Best Dining Chairs Thrifter 2020

If you're setting up a modern kitchen-diner or a traditional-style dining room, you want some quality chairs that match your aesthetic. There are so many options out there that it can be hard to choose, so we've rounded up the best options below to make it easier for you. Our picks include both contemporary and classic designs so you can get the right chair for your style.

Best overall: Ravenna Home Classic-Style Solid Pine Dining Chair

Staff Pick

Whether you have a modern kitchen-diner or a traditional dining room, this set of two classic-style chairs will match basically any home decor. They also come in black, white, or honey pine colors. A farmhouse design is available too if that's more your style.

$143 at Amazon

Mid-century style: Poly and Bark Landon Contemporary Sculpted Side Chair

This 4-pack is perfect for those after a set of more contemporary dining chairs. Featuring sturdy wood-look metal legs and matte-finish polypropylene seats, they assemble in just a few minutes and the mid-back height is nicely ergonomic.

$151 at Amazon

Classic style: Parsons Dining Chair

Bring an element of class to your dining room with this Parsons dining chair. It will work great in both traditional and contemporary settings and comes in a variety of colors. The wood construction provides a 250-pound weight limit that can accommodate most guests.

$99 at Amazon

Modern look: Rivet Contemporary Dining Chair

For a contemporary upholstered dining chair, look no further than this option from Rivet. It features clean lines and chalk-colored seats that contrast stylishly with its brass legs. There's also a slightly curved back for maximum comfort and support.

$166 at Amazon

Stained wood: Signature Design by Ashley Whitesburg Dining Room Chair

These classic dining chairs feature contemporary ladder backs and a two-tone finish that creates a sophisticated look with a casual feel. It's well-loved by existing owners.

$123 at Amazon

Clearly great: Flash Furniture Crystal Ice Stacking Chair

The elegant designer backing on these chairs makes them great for weddings, parties, banquets, and other special events. It comes fully assembled and can stack up to 10 high. The chair weighs only 18 pounds and can support up to 800 pounds.

$150 at Amazon

Dinner time

Your physical space and design preferences will ultimately dictate which dining chair you want to go for, but we found the Ravenna Home Solid Pine Dining Chairs to be the best overall choice since it could work in pretty much any dining environment. The 2-pack features a classic design that would not look out of place in either a traditional dining room or a contemporary space and the choice of colors means that you can match your decor exactly.

For something really leaning onto the modern style, check out the Contemporary Dining Chair from Amazon brand Rivet or go with the Signature Design by Ashley Whitesburg Dining Room Chair for something more traditional-looking.

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