Folding Arm Chair

Buy the best folding arm chair selected and recommended by interior designers. By Chloe Hughes.

Easy to assemble, portable, and convenient for extra seating, having a folding arm chair at home is a valuable investment. While most pieces are applicable and ideal for outdoor settings, it doesn’t mean that you can’t use them to furnish your interiors. Their casual appeal can help balance the aesthetics of your living or dining space. With these selections from our design experts, you’ll want to have multiple of them in your patio, kitchen, dining room, and living area. 

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Folding Arm Chair

Buying Guide

The most comfortable folding chair is one that supports your back - and is easy to carry to the place that you want to sit in! When you’re looking for a folding chair, you should find one that has a good back support system, a place to put a drink, sturdy armrests, and maybe even a comfortable place to put your feet. You might be surprised at how comfortable a folding chair can be, if you look for the right things!

There are five key features to look out for when searching for the best outdoor folding armchairs.

Compact; they must be able to be stored away easily without taking up too much space.

Lightweight; they should be easily portable.

Durable material; as well as being weather resistant, make sure they are easy to clean.

Comfortable; make the act of lounging outdoors for hours, breathing in the fresh air and surroundings, or absorbed in a good book, live up to expectation.

And lastly, stylish; we wouldn’t want an eye-sore to ruin the beautiful view or our carefully procured home decor now, would we?

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Cruiser folding armchair 3

Cruiser-Folding-Armchair

Retro danish rosewood folding armchair vintage 1970s

Retro Danish Rosewood Folding Armchair Vintage 1970's

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A cool space-saving (it can be hung flat) folding armchair with a frame of thin square black metal tubes. It has straight front legs, slanted back ones, simple arms. A deep seat and a tall fullback are rectangular, padded, covered in black material.

Arboria 2-Pack Sea Breeze Folding Arm Chair

The set includes 2 rustic arm chairs. The chairs have been made of FSC certified, Vietnamese hardwood and have durable textile mesh for all weather use. The chairs arrive fully assembled and can be folded for easy transport or storage.

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Enjoy the sunset on your back porch with this foldable armchair. The piece is constructed from a durable wooden frame and finished in intricate patterns of wicker around the backrest and the seating area. It’s a unique design that delivers excellent comfort even without padding.

Fold up armchair

Medieval folding armchair 'how-to', from a possibly 14th c design, aka in 16th c as Dantesca style.

Rare Sigurd Ressel Folding Chair Vatne Mobler Norway

Rare Sigurd Ressel Folding Chair Vatne Mobler Norway

This folding chair is a true wonder for when it comes to combining practical use with true class and visual appeal, since it sports a beautiful and unique design that comes with the beech structure and original caning.

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Genova folding armchair by Saccaro on HomePortfolio

Grey folding chairs

Beautiful design and original form make this stylish gray folding chair captivates. The beautiful design, as well as the impressive backrest like a collar, brings modernity and coziness to the decor.

Sahara Folding Arm Chair

Sahara Folding Arm Chair

This Arm Chair in Distressed Finish features a sturdy wood frame, and beautifully woven rattan/wicker seat and back. Designed for both indoor and outdoor areas, the chair is foldable, non-toxic, and provides 300 lbs of weight capacity. Wipe clean with a dry cloth.

Phat Tommy Spontaneity Folding Armchair (Set of 2)

Phat Tommy Spontaneity Folding Armchair (Set of 2)

Pretty contemporary folding armchair crafted of wood with a warm brown finish. It has 2 pairs of X-shaped legs and simple stretchers. Both a tall back with a wide top rail and a deep seat have a slatted construction.

Telaweave Folding Arm Chair

Telaweave Folding Arm Chair

This Folding Arm Chair in Zinc Plated Finish & Stripe Pattern is designed for outdoor areas, and stands on a high quality extra heavy aluminum frame. The chair includes sanded wooden arms, heavy-duty zinc plated steel braces, and 300 pounds of weight capacity.

Sahara collection indoor outdoor folding armchair by jeffan at gilt

Sahara Collection Indoor/Outdoor Folding Armchair by Jeffan at Gilt

ZEW Director's Chair, Red

Cool traditional side-foldable chair having a sturdy frame of thickness-varied round section bamboo logs and rods with a natural finish. It has rust-resistant metal hardware and covers of durable vivid red colourfast canvas.

Bronze Folding Armchair

Bronze Folding Armchair

Folding armchair which also includes carrying bag with shoulder strap. The folding mechanism is very smooth and opens in seconds. Additionally, it makes storing the armchair very easy. The frame of the armchair is made of sturdy metal.

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Folding armchair

Folding arm chair

Vintage lounge attributed to Willy Van Der Meeren, 1950. Amazed at how many chairs this design makes us think of.

Disney Princess Youth Folding Armchair

Let your little one be surrounded by her favorite princesses. The steel frame of this piece is made of durable steel and it folds up for easy storage. It is an environmentally friendly piece which is also safe for your children.

Quik Shade Mesh Quad Chair (Forest Green/Black)

This kind of chair has got a high quality folding construction, so it is easy to handle, transport and it assures a space-saving storage. Its solid steel frame is able to hold up to 250 pounds, so it is good for an adult user.

Picnic Time Portable Reclining Camp Chair, Navy

Are you dreaming of an incredible comfort and extraordinary functionality in your garden? Then, check out this unique and practical portable reclining camp chair and enjoy the perfect rest during your picnic!

Marvel Spider-man Spider-sense Folding Chair Child Folding Camping Beach Yard Armchair with Over the Shoulder Bag!

Does your kid love to watch superhero flicks? If so, now he’s going to have the chance to watch them while sitting in this comfortable ‘Marvel Spider-man’ Folding Chair. The chair provides a durable steel frame that folds very quickly, and capacious shoulder bag for easy transport.

Disney Youth Folding Chair with Armrest and Cup Holder

A folding chair created for young users. It has got a very durable frame made of steel. It is a product that features a backrest, arms and a very convenient cup holder. It is able to hold up to up to 100lbs.

Marvel Comics Classic Adult Folding Armchair with Built-in Cup Holder

Folding Armrest Chair with Footrest

This functional chair can be easily folded for storage or transport. Its powder-coated steel frame is combined with a 600 Denier polyester fabric, forming comfortable and durable piece. Also includes an adjustable footrest, a detachable pillow, and a carry bag.

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