Lath Back Windsor Chairs
Traditional English style farmhouse lath back Windsor chairs with curved laths instead of turned sticks or spindles supporting the crest rail or comb. The curved shape of the back is designed to add some lumbar support. Note the word “lath”. This is a flat strip of wood, and is different from the word “lathe“, which is a machine for turning components like legs and stretchers.
Please note that I currently offer these chairs with Beech components, and with either an Ash or Elm seat.
A traditional English farmhouse lath back armchair. The double ‘H’ stretcher, the strongest stretcher pattern, together with the robust English construction gives the chair a real sense of solidity. Traditionally made from beech with an ash seat. Finished with Danish oil and hot wax.
A traditional English lath back dining chair. It can be made with either a 16-inch seat for dining tables or a more compact 14-inch version, which works particularly well in kitchens where space is limited. I tend to favour the smaller size myself. Traditionally made from beech with an elm seat.
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