DSW-style dining chairs from £105, sold in sets of two. An armless moulded shell on solid wood dowel legs with a wire cross-brace — the most space-efficient dining chair we stock.
Specification
W47 × D53 × H83cm, with a 44cm seat height and a backrest reaching 83cm from the floor. At 47cm wide it is 16cm narrower than the equivalent DAW chair with arms, which is the whole point of choosing it.
How many fit around your table
Allow 60cm of table edge per person. On that basis a 120cm table seats four, a 160cm table seats six, and a 180cm round table seats six comfortably. Because the chairs are armless they tuck fully underneath when not in use, which makes them the right answer for a kitchen or a room that doubles as something else.
Leave 75cm of clearance behind each chair so people can pull out and stand up without hitting a wall or unit.
Table height
The 44cm seat suits standard UK dining tables of 74–76cm, giving around 30cm of thigh clearance. Taller tables of 78cm and up will feel cramped.
Materials and care
The moulded polypropylene shell wipes clean and stands up to everyday family use, which is why these are the practical choice for a kitchen table. Solid wood legs are best kept out of prolonged direct sunlight to avoid uneven fading. No cushion means nothing to spot-clean.
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 DSW stand for?
Dining Side chair, Wood dowel base. Side chair means without arms; the wood dowel base is the four splayed timber legs braced with a wire cross-strut.
What are the dimensions of a DSW style chair?
W47 × D53 × H83cm, with a 44cm seat height and a backrest reaching 83cm from the floor. At 47cm wide it is 16cm narrower than the equivalent DAW chair with arms.
How many chairs fit around my table?
Allow 60cm of table edge per person. On that basis a 120cm table seats four, a 160cm table seats six, and a 180cm round table seats six comfortably.
How much clearance do I need behind each chair?
Leave 75cm so people can pull out and stand up without hitting a wall or unit.
Will they fit my dining table?
The 44cm seat suits standard UK dining tables of 74–76cm, giving around 30cm of thigh clearance. Taller tables of 78cm and up will feel cramped.
How much do DSW style dining chairs cost?
From £105, sold in sets of two. Free UK delivery applies to all orders.
Are these genuine Eames chairs?
No. These are Eames-inspired dining chairs made by Habitat Furnishes. The authentic DSW 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.
Do they tuck under the table?
Yes. Because the chairs are armless they tuck fully underneath when not in use, which makes them the right answer for a kitchen or a room that doubles as something else.
How do I clean them?
The moulded polypropylene shell wipes clean and stands up to everyday family use. There is no cushion, so nothing needs spot-cleaning. Keep the solid wood legs out of prolonged direct sunlight to avoid uneven fading.
Do they need assembly?
Part-assembled, typically under 10 minutes per chair, with a 2-year warranty.