Tartan Armchairs

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Not your grandfather's armchair, these Tartan armchairs are super comfortable, come in many upholstery color patterns, but all are ultimately plaid. They are overstuffed to make them extra nice to sit in, and are wide so reading a story to a young one won't be a crowded experience. Take a look in this collection and pick your Tartan armchair.

Wendyn Upholstered Armchair

The beauty of this casual armchair lies in padding: thick wool with tartan pattern makes any place feel like home, and effortlessly suits your fav tartan plaid. For mobility, the piece was equipped with tiny golden casters on front.

This traditional stylization of an armchair includes many interesting colors on its stylish pattern. A comfortable leather-wrapped seat cushion includes additional support in the form of arms and a high backrest.

A large and comfortable piece for bachelor pads, living rooms, and game rooms. Upholstered in a checkered fabric, the chair includes a wide back, rolled arms, a nicely padded seat, bun feet, and a nail head trim on the sides and the bottom.

Tartan Plaid

Foxwood occasional armchair, Chatsworth tartan

Classical and Grand Tartan Wingback Chairs

Rustic approach to a highland-style armchair made out of dark oak wood with a black coat of paint, fitted with a thick and comfy plushy upholstery with a tartan pattern, made out of cotton fabric which gives it a smooth feel.

Paula Upholstered Armchair

Trying to find the perfect, nicely finished and high quality chair? I love the tartan pattern, so I decide to but this cozy chair. It has a different shades of blue and very comfortable seating.

Plaid club chair

Grey Plaid Wingback Chair

Would love to have made this for my dad, who played the bagpipes.

... Kingcome “Stratford” Large Armchair in Woolen Plaid Tartan Fabric

Cozy and comfortable setup for a rustic living room with a plushy and comfy armchair upholstered in a cotton fabric with a plaid pattern. The armchair comes with a matching ottoman footstool and nicely fits in with the animal skin rug.

This kind of chair is an element that features a durable frame with a seat based on a lower ring. Soft seat cushioning, comfortable arms and a padded backrest provide relaxation and support to any user.

Armchair Fire Side chair in a red t artan fabric ...

tartan armchairs

Nathan wing armchair in blue tartan available now in store

New Age Modern Contemporary Plaid Chairs

An armchair that features good level of softness in areas of arms, backrest and seat. Its durable wooden frame is resistant to wear and damage. The chair also includes wheels on its front legs for more convenient handling.

Below are some examples of upholstery and loose covers by Joan

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Such a gorgeous, elegant armchair, great for a classy, traditional living room. Would look perfect in front of a nice, cosy fireplace and a plush carpet underneath. The wheels on the bottom make it really easy to move around.

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Tartan Armchairs

Buying Guide

Chloe Hughes Interior Design Expert

Chloe is a vintage and antique decor expert, writer, and DIY educator who helps readers translate their love of character-rich pieces into livable, modern homes. With an extensive background in antique shopping, period décor, and hands-on upcycling, she shows people how to blend storied finds with everyday comfort. Her guidance focuses on creating warm, personal interiors where historic details and real life work seamlessly together.

Tartan armchairs have finally descended from the Scottish Highlands to bring us and the rest of the world some Scottish style. Tartan is a stunning and timeless pattern that looks great in any room. It even comes in several different styles.

Today, we'll talk about how you can bring home the best tartan armchair, which is the best way for you to make your home even cozier. Our buying guide will help you avoid costly mistakes and make the right buying decision.

How to determine the right size for an armchair?

Think about your room's layout. Then, pick a spot that you will allocate for the furniture piece. Measure this spot carefully and make room for any existing furniture. Your home's new addition should fit in the room comfortably. Leave enough space for you to move around the piece without having to squeeze yourself past it.

The simplest way you can figure out the size of your tartan armchair is by using a masking tape or newspaper in outlining the furniture's dimensions on the floor. Do so before you click that "buy" button on an online furniture store.

Of course, you need to consider the width of your doorframe as you wouldn't want to experience problems by the time the piece is delivered to your home.

Lastly, you must ensure that there's enough space in your room to position the armchair away from the radiator (if you have one), so you wouldn't feel the direct heat that's coming off of it. It's important that you leave a good distance between the radiator and the furniture piece as it'll guard against cracking or heat damage.

What types of armchair fillings are there?

There are three types of armchair fillings: foam, fiber, and feather.

Foam is the primary filling in most armchairs as it gives a firm experience while retaining the seat's shape. The downside to the material is that it doesn't give a very comfortable feeling when sat on.
As for fiber, you may already know that it's man-made or synthetic. It's much like a duvet's inner material, which offers medium comfort. The disadvantage of this type of filling is that it needs to be plumped up regularly.
Last but not the least is feather, which is the most luxurious, relaxed, and soft solution. Still, it would need constant plumping.

The filling that you choose for the seat will make a difference as to how much relaxation and enjoyment you can get from the armchair. Think about what you'll be using the chair for most. A soft armchair is great for curling up as you watch your favorite TV shows, while a firmer seat will be able to support your posture which is needed when you are entertaining guests and catching up on some reading.

You're now ready to dive headfirst into the marketplace! Keep what you've learned from our buying guide in mind and you'll find the right tartan armchair.