{"product_id":"haven-seagrass-dining-chair","title":"Haven Seagrass Dining Chair","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta name=\"viewport\" content=\"width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0\"\u003e\u003clink rel=\"preconnect\" href=\"https:\/\/fonts.googleapis.com\"\u003e \u003clink href=\"https:\/\/fonts.googleapis.com\/css2?family=Cormorant+Garamond:ital,wght@0,300;0,400;1,300;1,400\u0026amp;family=Jost:wght@300;400\u0026amp;display=swap\" rel=\"stylesheet\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  *, *::before, *::after { box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0; padding: 0; }\n  :root { --warm-white: #faf8f5; --ink: #1e1b17; --muted: #7a7167; --accent: #8b6f4e; --border: #ddd8d0; --serif: 'Cormorant Garamond', Georgia, serif; --sans: 'Jost', sans-serif; }\n  body { background: var(--warm-white); color: var(--ink); font-family: var(--serif); -webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; }\n  .description { max-width: 640px; padding: 3rem 2rem 4rem; opacity: 0; animation: fadeUp 0.9s ease forwards; 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color: var(--accent); border: 1px solid #d4c4b0; padding: 4px 12px; text-transform: uppercase; }\n  .handmade-note { margin-top: 1.25rem; padding-top: 1.25rem; border-top: 1px solid var(--border); font-family: var(--sans); font-size: 12px; font-weight: 300; color: var(--muted); line-height: 1.65; font-style: italic; }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cblockquote class=\"pull-quote\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eBleached solid elm frame, handwoven seagrass seat and back, slim Shaker-style silhouette — the dining chair that earns its place around a country kitchen table without trying too hard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n  \u003cp class=\"body-intro\"\u003e\n    The Haven Dining Chair is built around a \u003cstrong\u003esolid elm wood frame in a pale natural finish\u003c\/strong\u003e, paired with a handwoven seagrass seat and matching woven back panel. The proportions are deliberately spare — turned legs, slim stretchers, a low rounded backrest — closer in spirit to the simple country chairs of Shaker craft tradition than the heavy, padded dining chairs that dominate the high street. The bleached oak-toned timber pairs beautifully with painted kitchens (sage, off-white, mushroom, French grey) and warm timber dining tables, and the natural seagrass weave adds the textural warmth that hard architectural surfaces need to feel finished.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003chr class=\"divider\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cp class=\"section-label\"\u003eWhat sets it apart\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch2 class=\"section-heading\"\u003eThe detail that makes it different\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp class=\"section-body\"\u003e\n    The slim Shaker proportions are the move that gives the Haven its specific character — \u003cstrong\u003emost dining chairs in this category default to heavy carver shapes, upholstered linen-and-stud designs, or chunky industrial tube frames\u003c\/strong\u003e, all of which dominate the table they sit around. The Haven does something different: a delicate, almost antique silhouette that lets the table itself remain the visual centre. The combination of pale solid elm and natural seagrass weave is the second considered choice — the same material story used by Plain English, deVOL and the better English country-kitchen makers, and the reason this chair reads as something specified by a designer rather than picked from a catalogue.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"collection-callout\"\u003e\n    \u003csvg style=\"flex-shrink: 0; margin-top: 2px;\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.2\" stroke=\"#8b6f4e\" fill=\"none\" viewbox=\"0 0 18 18\" height=\"18\" width=\"18\"\u003e\n      \u003crect rx=\"1\" height=\"11\" width=\"16\" y=\"5\" x=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/rect\u003e\n      \u003cpath d=\"M5 5V4a3 3 0 0 1 6 0v1\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\n    \u003c\/svg\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003ePart of our wider \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.charlestedhome.co.uk\/collections\/dining-chairs\" title=\"Shop our full dining chair collection\"\u003edining chair collection\u003c\/a\u003e, and available as a matching \u003ca href=\"#haven-bar-stool\"\u003ebar stool\u003c\/a\u003e for kitchen islands and breakfast bars. Best ordered in sets of four, six or eight to dress a dining table — works particularly well with reclaimed oak, painted Shaker cabinetry and pale stone floors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"suits-row\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"suits-tag\"\u003eModern Country\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"suits-tag\"\u003eCoastal\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"suits-tag\"\u003eHamptons\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"suits-tag\"\u003eFarmhouse\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"suits-tag\"\u003eQuiet Luxury\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"suits-tag\"\u003eContemporary\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003chr class=\"divider\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"faq\"\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"faq-label\"\u003eGood to know\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eWhat height table does the Haven fit?\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eWith a seat height of 47cm, the Haven is sized for standard dining tables in the 73-76cm height range — the typical UK dining table height. As a rule of thumb, allow around 28-30cm clearance between the seat and the underside of the tabletop for comfortable knee room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eIs the seagrass seat comfortable for a long meal?\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eYes — handwoven seagrass has a slight natural give that makes it pleasant for everyday meals, breakfasts and working at the table. For longer occasions (Sunday lunches, dinner parties), most owners add a flat seat pad or a sheepskin throw for additional cushioning. The slightly contoured woven seat shape also makes a real difference compared to flat-board alternatives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eHow many do I need around my table?\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eAt 46cm wide, the Haven needs around 60-65cm of table edge per chair for comfortable elbow room. As a guide: a 140cm round table seats four to six, a 180-200cm rectangular table seats six, a 220-240cm table seats eight, and a 280cm-plus table seats ten.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eHow do I clean and care for it?\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eWipe the solid elm frame with a soft barely-damp cloth as needed. For the seagrass seat, vacuum gently with a soft brush attachment to remove crumbs and dust. Blot spills immediately with a dry cloth — never soak. Avoid placing in direct sunlight for prolonged periods, which can fade the natural tones over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eWill mine look exactly like the photos?\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eBecause each Haven is built from solid timber and handwoven seagrass, every chair carries subtle variations in grain, tone and weave character. The character you see in the photos is representative — your chair will have its own distinctive personality, and slight variation across a set is part of the handmade craft, not a fault.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"dims\"\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"dims-label\"\u003eDimensions \u0026amp; materials\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"dims-grid\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"dim-cell\"\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"dim-key\"\u003eHeight\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"dim-val\"\u003e86cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"dim-cell\"\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"dim-key\"\u003eSeat height\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"dim-val\"\u003e47cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"dim-cell\"\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"dim-key\"\u003eWidth\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"dim-val\"\u003e46cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"dim-cell\"\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"dim-key\"\u003eDepth\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"dim-val\"\u003e52cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"dim-cell\"\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"dim-key\"\u003eFrame\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"dim-val\"\u003eSolid elm · natural finish\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"dim-cell\"\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"dim-key\"\u003eSeat \u0026amp; back\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"dim-val\"\u003eHandwoven seagrass\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"dim-cell\"\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"dim-key\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"dim-val\"\u003e14.86kg\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"dim-cell\"\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"dim-key\"\u003eSuitable for\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"dim-val\"\u003eIndoor use only\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"dim-cell\"\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"dim-key\"\u003eTable fit\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"dim-val\"\u003e73-76cm dining tables\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"dim-cell\"\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"dim-key\"\u003eBest for\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"dim-val\"\u003eDining tables, kitchens, accent\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cp class=\"handmade-note\"\u003eEach Haven Dining Chair is built from solid elm and handwoven seagrass — every piece will differ slightly in grain, tone and weave character. These variations are the point of the piece, not flaws.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"CharlesTed Home","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55507565183301,"sku":"FURCHHXR071-AW25","price":195.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0807\/9782\/7397\/files\/Seagrass_dining_chair.jpg?v=1778590347","url":"https:\/\/www.charlestedhome.co.uk\/products\/haven-seagrass-dining-chair","provider":"CharlesTed Home","version":"1.0","type":"link"}