Bristol Bar Chair Dark Walnut & Shetland Forest Seat
Product Description
The Bristol is a cross-back bar chair finished in dark walnut rubber wood, with an upholstered seat pad in Shetland Forest fabric. It sits in the retro-industrial style that has...
Specifications
- Colour
- Green
- Dimensions
- 1180(H) x 440(W) x 430(D)mm
- Furniture frame
- Wood
- Furniture seat
- Fabric
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Product Description
The Bristol is a cross-back bar chair finished in dark walnut rubber wood, with an upholstered seat pad in Shetland Forest fabric. It sits in the retro-industrial style that has become a reliable choice for bars, casual dining rooms, and pub environments where operators want a traditional wood aesthetic alongside a contemporary frame detail.
Rubber wood is a practical material in hospitality settings — reasonably dense, stable under repeated use, and less prone to the warping or splitting that can affect lower-grade timbers in environments with variable temperature and humidity. The cross-back frame provides structural rigidity, and the seat pad adds a level of comfort that encourages guests to stay longer — a relevant consideration for any operator focused on covers and dwell time.
From an operational standpoint, the Bristol suits front-of-house areas where appearance matters as much as durability. Key practical points include:
- Rubber wood construction — stable and durable for contract use
- Upholstered seat pad adds comfort without compromising the frame's clean lines
- Cross-back design provides structural support and a recognised hospitality aesthetic
- Dark walnut finish works well alongside both light and dark interior schemes
- Suited to bar-height counters and raised seating areas
At 10kg per chair, the Bristol is straightforward to handle and reposition on the floor. It carries a one-year warranty, which is a reasonable expectation for contract-grade seating at this price point. Operators fitting out a large space should consider the cumulative weight and stacking arrangements during off-peak hours, as this chair is not described as stackable.
The Bristol is well suited to independent bars, gastropubs, café-bars, and casual dining venues looking for a consistent, mid-range seating solution. For higher-volume or heavier-use environments, a more robust frame specification may be worth considering.
If you're fitting out a space and want to talk through quantities, layout, or whether this chair suits your specific interior, our team is happy to help before you commit to an order.
Key Features
- Rubber wood frame construction rated for contract hospitality use
- Cross-back design provides structural rigidity throughout service
- Upholstered Shetland Forest seat pad included as standard
- Dark walnut finish suits a range of hospitality interior schemes
- One-year warranty provided as standard for contract environments
Operational Benefits
- Durable rubber wood frame holds up well under repeated daily use
- Seat pad improves guest comfort and supports longer dwell times
- Consistent aesthetic helps operators achieve a cohesive front-of-house look
- Lightweight build at 10kg makes repositioning straightforward for staff
- Contract-grade construction reduces the frequency of early replacement
Specifications
- Colour
- Green
- Dimensions
- 1180(H) x 440(W) x 430(D)mm
- Furniture frame
- Wood
- Furniture seat
- Fabric
- Material
- Rubber Wood
- Stackable
- No
- Warranty
- 1 Year
- Weight
- 10kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
- The Bristol is built for contract use and the rubber wood construction performs well under regular hospitality conditions. For very high-turnover environments where chairs are in near-constant use across long service periods, it is worth discussing whether a heavier-duty frame specification would offer better long-term value.
- The Bristol is a bar-height chair, intended for use at raised counters and bar-top seating rather than standard dining table height. If you are specifying seating for a mixed-height space, it is worth confirming counter heights before ordering to ensure a comfortable fit for guests.
- The seat pad should be wiped down regularly with a damp cloth and a mild cleaning solution appropriate for fabric upholstery. In environments with a higher risk of spills, operators may want to consider whether a treated or vinyl-finish seat fabric would be more practical for their specific service context.