Size Matters: How to Measure Directors Chairs

Measurements are key in choosing the right directors chair for you and your family. Because we offer directors chairs in a variety of sizes, it's important that you determine how and where you intend to use yours. It's also important to consider the directors chair height that will best work for you. We offer standard directors chairs and tall directors chairs in counter- and bar-height styles.

Before choosing the right chair for you, it's important to understand how directors chairs are measured. This will ensure you make the right choice the first time. Here are some of the most commonly referenced measurements for directors chairs and how the measurements are calculated:

• Arm height: floor to the top of the armrest
• Seat height: floor to the fabric seat
• Seat length: exposed fabric portion of seat measured from arm to arm
• Seat width: fabric portion of seat measured front to back
• Back length: fabric backrest measured side-to-side between the 2 support poles
• Back height: fabric backrest measured top to bottom

These measurements will also be important should you ever need to purchase replacement director chair covers.

Directors Chairs feature seat heights of 16 to 18 inches. This seat height is comparable to a standard dining chair, making these directors chairs a fabulous choice for any dining table. With an overall height of 32 to 34 inches, these directors chairs are also ideal for toting to your kids' basketball game or relaxing out on your covered porch. You're sure to find an exceptional selection of directors chairs right here.

Counter Height Directors Chairs are often considered the "just right" option. With a seat height of 23 to 25 inches, this size is often chosen by taller folks who feel the table-height directors chair is too low. With an average overall height of 39 to 42 inches, it is also a good option for people who feel too high in a bar-height director chair. Not too small, not too tall - this option is often just right.

Bar Height Directors Chairs generally stand about 46 inches tall and feature a seat height of 29 to 31 inches. With the comfort and traditional style of a table-height directors chair, this option will give you a bird's eye view of all the action. Bar-height directors chairs are perfect for tradeshows, exhibits, showrooms, covered balconies, and much more. With an average overall height of 45 to 47 inches These chairs let you see and be seen.