DAW-style dining chairs from £345, sold in sets of two. A moulded shell with integrated arms on solid wood dowel legs braced with a wire cross-strut.
Specification
W63 × D50 × H82cm, with a 44cm seat height and a 60cm base width. The 63cm width across the arms is the number that matters when planning — it is noticeably wider than the armless DSW style at 47cm.
Will they fit your table?
A 44cm seat suits standard UK dining tables of 74–76cm, leaving around 30cm of thigh clearance. Before ordering, check two things: whether your table has an apron or deep rail underneath that the arms would catch on, and how much table edge you have per seat. Allow 65cm per person for DAW chairs — more than the 60cm you would allow for armless chairs.
A 140cm table takes four DAW chairs; a 180cm table takes six comfortably.
Arms or no arms
Arms make a real difference over a long meal, and they give the chair a more substantial presence at the head of a table. The trade-offs are that they take more width, they may not tuck fully under the table, and they seat fewer people in the same space. A common approach is two DAW chairs at the ends and armless DSW chairs along the sides.
Materials and care
The moulded polypropylene shell wipes clean and copes with family use. Solid wood legs should be kept out of prolonged direct sun to avoid uneven fading.
Delivery and assembly
UK delivery only. Delivery is free on every product. Dispatched in 1–3 business days, delivery usually takes 5–10 business days after dispatch. Part-assembled, typically under 10 minutes per chair, with a 2-year warranty.
Frequently asked questions
What does DAW stand for?
Dining Armchair, Wood dowel base. It is the armed version of the same moulded shell, on solid wood dowel legs braced with a wire cross-strut.
What are the dimensions of a DAW style chair?
W63 × D50 × H82cm, with a 44cm seat height and a 60cm base width. The 63cm width across the arms is the number that matters when planning — noticeably wider than the armless DSW style at 47cm.
How many chairs fit around my table?
Allow 65cm of table edge per person for DAW chairs, more than the 60cm you would allow for armless chairs. A 140cm table takes four; a 180cm table takes six comfortably.
Will the arms catch on my table?
Check whether your table has an apron or deep rail underneath that the arms would catch on. That is the most common reason a DAW chair will not tuck fully under.
Will they fit my dining table?
A 44cm seat suits standard UK dining tables of 74–76cm, leaving around 30cm of thigh clearance.
Should I choose arms or no arms?
Arms make a real difference over a long meal and give the chair a more substantial presence at the head of a table. The trade-offs are extra width, they may not tuck fully under, and they seat fewer people in the same space. A common approach is two DAW chairs at the ends and armless DSW chairs along the sides.
How much do DAW style dining chairs cost?
From £345, sold in sets of two, with free UK mainland delivery on orders over £100.
Are these genuine Eames chairs?
No. These are Eames-inspired dining chairs made by Habitat Furnishes. The authentic DAW is produced under licence by Herman Miller and Vitra. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to those companies, or with the Eames Office.
How do I clean them?
The moulded polypropylene shell wipes clean and copes with family use. Keep the solid wood legs out of prolonged direct sun to avoid uneven fading.
Do they need assembly?
Part-assembled, typically under 10 minutes per chair, with a 2-year warranty.