Barrel Chairs

Barrel chair sizes and room fit

A barrel chair has a compact footprint for the comfort it gives, which makes it a good fit for corners, bedrooms and small living rooms. Widths here run 28.7 to 39 inches, depths 26 to 33.1 inches and heights 25.6 to 32.3 inches.

The low, rounded back keeps sight lines open, so a barrel chair can sit in the middle of a room or back onto a walkway without blocking the view. Pair two across a coffee table for a conversation area, or set one beside a bed or window with a small side table and a lamp as a reading seat.

Swivel barrel chair or fixed base

A swivel barrel chair turns on its base, so it can face the TV, a window or the conversation, while a fixed barrel chair stays put on legs or a solid base. Some models here swivel, and the Swivel Barrel Chairs page gathers them in one place.

Some swivel models are nursery styles, with a snug back and arms that support you while holding a baby.

Vegan leather barrel chair and fabric upholstery

A leather barrel chair here means vegan leather, a synthetic that wipes clean easily, and select models use it. Boucle and chenille give a soft, textured look, and sherpa adds a plush, fleecy feel.

Colors include beige, brown, green, white, gray and black, and the curved shape shows off a textured fabric well.

Barrel accent chair construction and care

Most barrel accent chair designs here have a solid wood frame, often solid pine, and some add plywood or MDF panels and a metal frame. Check the construction line on each listing for the details. Where listed, the seat sits about 19.3 inches high, close to a standard sofa seat, so a barrel chair pairs comfortably with most couches.

Vacuum boucle, chenille and sherpa with a soft brush attachment to keep the pile from matting, blot spills instead of rubbing, and wipe vegan leather with a soft cloth.

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Swivel Barrel Chairs