Comparison Signal H-261 vs Domini Justas

Seat height from the ground. In most modern chairs and stools, this height is 48 - 50 cm - this value is considered suitable for adults of almost any physique. Bar stools are often made taller - up to 90 cm or even more; this is due to the specifics of the application. Such products can be height adjustable.

The type of back provided in the design of the chair.

— Solid (closed). Classic solid mid-height back. Such a backrest will provide reliable support regardless of where the user's back contacts it; this is the main advantage over the semi-closed and open design. On the other hand, solid backs are not well ventilated, which can be uncomfortable in hot weather.

— Solid elongated. A variation of the solid backs described above, which has an increased overall length — more precisely, height. Usually the back is made elongated downwards, so that it protrudes somewhat below the seat. This design somewhat increases the reliability of the product, and it looks original. But from the point of view of convenience, elongated backs do not have any special advantages over “ordinary” solid ones: the working height (height from the seat) is approximately the same for both.

— Open. The back is in the form of a kind of frame: a U-shaped base in which a set of rods is installed (vertical, horizontal, figured — the design may be different in different models). It is unlikely that you will be able to lean back on such a back with particular convenience, but it provides excellent back ventilation, which is especially valuable in the heat.

— Semi closed. A kind of middle option between the closed and open backs descr...ibed above. In the classic version, the upper part of such a back has the form of a solid plate, on which the back rests, while the lower part is made in the form of a frame. This ensures both ventilation and back support where you need it most. However, there are other options for semi-closed backs — for example, a high design with a narrow vertical slot, a solid back with a small hole in the lumbar region, etc.

The material used for the upholstery of the back (if any).

— Fabric. Quite popular modern material for upholstery. The fabric can vary in composition (natural, synthetic, combined), have different density, texture, colour and pattern, which allows you to choose an option for almost every taste. Such upholstery is generally pleasant to the touch, does not wash off (unlike leatherette), does not require special care (unlike leather) and is generally inexpensive. Among the shortcomings, it is worth noting the sensitivity to liquid contaminants: liquids are easily absorbed into the fabric and stains appear on it, which can be quite difficult to remove. However, this shortcoming can hardly be classified as critical.

— Leatherette. Synthetic material that imitates natural leather to a certain extent. The degree of such similarity can be different, depending on the price category and the overall quality of leatherette: inexpensive varieties are similar only “from afar”, advanced types can be almost indistinguishable even by touch. The main advantage of this material over leather is its low cost; in addition, it does not require special care. On the other hand, leatherette is less durable and wears out faster; however, here everything, again, is highly dependent on the price category and the overall quality of the material.

— Fabric or leatherette. This option means that the produc...t is available in two upholstery options — fabric or leatherette. See above for details on each of these materials.

— Skin. Genuine leather is considered a premium material: it is not cheap, but it gives the furniture a solid appearance that emphasizes the overall richness of the situation. To the touch, this material is pleasant to most users, but there are exceptions (some feel that the skin is “sticky”). Leather products are quite durable, but they may require special treatment to prevent drying and cracking.

Note that there are quite a few models where the back has no upholstery at all. The material of the back, usually, corresponds to the material of the seat (see above).

The height of the back of the chair relative to the seat. In modern chairs, this height is most often not particularly large — from 30 to 60 cm. At the same time, backs less than 40 cm high are actually purely symbolic — they provide almost no support for the back. An indicator of 40 – 50 cm is average, and a person of average height can lean on the back of more than 50 cm with almost his entire back.

The material from which the frame of the base of the chair is made.

— Metal. The metal is highly durable and able to withstand even high loads. Of course, the quality of such a base will depend on the specific alloy; however, most often, reliable and durable steel is used in chairs. In addition, this material resists scratches very well (in the worst case, the paint may be scratched), and is not particularly expensive. Thanks to all this, it is metal bases that are most popular in modern chairs. And such types of supports, such as a disk or skids (see "Base"), are generally made only of metal — other materials are not strong enough for this.

— Tree. The tree has a rather pleasant appearance, especially appropriate for furniture in a classic design, as well as in country and retro styles. The strength of this material is average, in terms of reliability it is inferior to metal, but this moment can be compensated for by increasing the thickness of the frame. Because of this, wooden bases (usually in the form of traditional legs) are very popular in modern chairs.

— Plastic. Usually, special high-strength varieties of plastic are used for the bases, which allow you to create furniture with a high load capacity. Nevertheless, in terms of overall reliability, such materials are still inferior to wood, and even more so to metal; and the most dura...ble varieties of plastic cost so much that it is easier to use the same metal or wood. Therefore, plastic bases have not received much popularity.

The overall height of the chair is from the floor to the top. In models without backrest, this dimension actually corresponds to the height of the seat (see above). If there is a back, it determines the overall dimensions of the chair; this information is rarely required, mainly for storage or transport.