What to Do with Old Chairs? 8 Gorgeous Examples

A Chair Transformed Beyond Recognition

This makeover is a prime example of how a restoration can render an item unrecognizable. Initially, the chair was upholstered in a dark blue material that had faded and frayed over the years. The frame also needed refreshing. Ultimately, the style of the piece underwent a radical change: opting for a light upholstery with a checkered pattern, and the wood was re-polished to a slightly warmer tone.

An Office Chair That Became Brighter

This compact office chair looked nondescript and even dull before the makeover: just ordinary light beige leather upholstery combined with a metal frame. After the restoration, the furniture became brighter, all thanks to the upholstery: it was replaced with a contrasting one featuring a stylish zigzag pattern. The ornament somewhat recalls the 70s style, precisely the period when the chair was created. Besides the upholstery, the seat also changed, becoming softer and more voluminous than before.

A Gently Renewed Rocking Chair

An antique rocking chair, literally from the dump, gained a second life after restoration. Initially, the furniture was in a deplorable state, not just because of general wear and tear but also due to a broken frame missing several parts. As a result of the restoration, the frame was fully restored, polished, and covered with a new layer of oil and wax. The rattan weaving was also restored, and in addition, soft cushions for the back and seat were sewn. They serve not only for comfort but also to protect the old rattan weaving.

A Chair with Trendy Upholstery Instead of a Worn One

This chair before and after the restoration looks like two completely different items. Initially, it was a worn set with partly lost bright blue upholstery. As a result of the restoration, it turned into a cozy chair with textured bouclé upholstery resembling a cloud. The wooden frame was also renewed, covered with a stain and varnish.

60s Chairs, Unrecognizable

Romanian chairs from the 60s made of beech looked quite worn before the restoration. Moreover, the soft seats were gone, leaving only the wooden frame. During the restoration, the color of the wood was lightened. The chairs were also complemented with new soft seats and backs. On one side, they feature a geometric pattern, and on the other, a solid fabric of deep blue color. If desired, the soft part can be flipped to achieve a completely different look for the chair.

A Beaten Chair Given a Second Life

This vintage Polish chair from the mid-last century came in for a makeover in terrible condition. After a thorough renewal of the frame and a complete replacement of the upholstery, it turned into a stylish piece, perfect for any modern interior. For the upholstery color, a deep blue shade was chosen, and the frame was made lighter than before.

A Stylish Chair with Bouclé Upholstery

From an old and semi-destroyed chair, a trendy interior item was created. Thanks to its interesting shape and smooth lines, this furniture looks both vintage and futuristic. But to achieve such a result, almost all components had to be replaced: the soft part, upholstery, armrests. Moreover, the wooden frame was repaired and repainted.

A Chair Transformed by Bright Upholstery

Before the makeover, this chair was completely unattractive. Not just because it had lost its former gloss over time, but also due to the dirty brown shade of the upholstery. After the restoration, it was replaced with fabric featuring a contrasting pattern. The frame was also renewed: the wood was given a deep wenge color, supporting the overall contrast.