I just received my two chairs! I just placed an order for two more! I did a ton of research on patio lounge chairs - pricing, quality etc. These chairs stand head to toe with restoration hardware, crate & barrel, pottery barn. They are the perfect weight.. not too heavy, not too light.
They look VERY expensive. WOW - sometimes I think these review are written by the manufacturer because they can be so glowing at times.. but I am just a customer so pleased that I got these and that they are this great. I was prepared to spend $555 per chair from Restoration Hardware.. but I got two for less than the price of one. Only other thing I would add though.. the cushions are not fantastic. I am thinking about ordering more comfortable ones with the all the money I saved. Strathwood Falkner Lounge Deep Seat Arm Chair, Set of 2
I purchased two chairs at first to test out the quality. I had been looking for a Wrought Iron patio set but I didn't want to pay the high prices I was finding. I really liked the chairs so I went ahead and ordered the WHOLE set! 2 loungers, love set, sofa, coffee table, side tables, and 2 more chairs. Honestly, I love the set! It's not your best quality but for the price I'm more then satisfied. They are heavy pieces but not so heavy you can't move them around. I had an issue with the sofa so I filled out the online return form and I'm telling you I have NEVER experienced the service I have received from Amazon. They processed a new order at NO COST TO ME and they will pick up the defective one when they deliver the new one. How great is that. Even Costco makes you purchase the new item first and then they will credit you once they receive the old item back! I order a lot online and I have to say Amazon has a great system.
I read all the comments of those who had ordered the pieces and decided that I would take a chance on this set and I couldn't be happier. I tend to be leary of ordering bulky items like this since returning would be a major hassle, but I won't be returning my set. The color of the set is a very dark chocolate color, borderline black. After reading some of the comments, I was concerned that the aluminum slates might be flimsy, but I am happy to report the slates are solid and not flimsy at all. I also was very impressed with how the set was shipped. The chairs come as a set in one box and shipped by Eagle USA. The packaging by Strathwood is very well done and completely protected within a very thick cardboard box. Even tho there is no assembly, it still took me 30 minutes to take all the wrapping of the sofa and chairs. I have to agree with other comments that the cushions do not appear that they will last very long (time will tell), but that was the least of my worries when ordering this set. I do recommend Scotchgarding the fabric.
These chairs (and the rest of the set) are fabulous! They are very very similar to sets sold by both Restoration Hardware and Plow & Hearth, but for a mere fraction of the price.
As others have said, I am not too impressed with the cushions, but the sizes are fairly standard so finding replacement cushions is pretty easy (and even after buying new cushions, the chairs are still significantly cheaper than those sold by other retailers). I recommend keeping an eye on the Restoration Hardware website. They have outdoor cushions on sale all the time, and if you happen to hit it when they first list a particular line on sale, it is easy to get a full set (dining chairs, lounge furniture, chaises, ottomans, etc.) I just bought fabulous replacement Sunbrella cushions from Restoration Hardware for six Strathwood Falkner dining chairs , 2 lounge chairs, a loveseat and a couple chaise lounges for roughly $600 in total. It would cost a small fortune at full price (over $2500!!), but on sale it was more than manageable. GOOD LUCK!
FOLLOW-UP POST: One season has passed and I still love the chairs. Another Amazon customer asked for details on the replacement cushions from Restoration Hardware. I bought the "Providence" collection pillows from Restoration Hardware. For the lounge chairs, specifically, the replacement pillows measure 24-3/8"W x 28-1/2"L x 5-1/2"H for the bottom cushion and 24-3/8"W x 16 "L x 5-1/2"H for the top cushion (they are currently on sale for $69 for the set, normally $295). They fit very well. If you happened to buy more than one pair of lounge chairs, you can buy a set of three pillow sets and save a little more money (listed as the "Sofa Cushion Set" at Restoration Hardware for $179, which translates to $59.67 per set). These pillows work for the lounge chairs and the loveseat as well (I am not sure about the larger sofa since I don't have that, but I am guessing it would be fine). I hope you love the set as much as I do.
THREE YEARS LATER: These chairs and the other pieces in the set are still fabulous after three years. I haven't had any of the problems that others have experienced with inferior joints and peeling paint. I leave the chairs on an open deck outside all year (in south carolina) and have moved them around a fair amount (banging them around in the process) and they look as good as the first day I got them.
I purchased this product in 2008 ( 6 club chairs, 8 table chairs, two chaise lounges and a table ) a year later the metal is expanding and deforming causing the paint to split and chip and the cushion covers frayed and fell apart after the first washing. I have tried to get the manufactuer's information from Amazon but was told they have no contact information but they are continuing to sell their product. I don't know if this is only the furniture that I bought or if this is a recurring problem. I would not recommend purchasing this product.
These are great chairs and well worth the money. The only grawback is that the cushions are just average, they could be thicker and the fabric lloks nice, but the quality is just ok. Still, they look great and even if the cushions need to be replaced or recovered after a 2-3 seasons, they are still a bargain. - Cast Aluminum - Strathwood - Patio Chair - Outdoor Furniture'
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