By Charles 
A dining chair should usually be wide enough to give each person comfortable hip and elbow room, with many adult dining chairs falling around 18 to 22 inches wide. The best width depends on the user's body, the table size, and how many chairs must fit.
For everyday comfort, avoid choosing a chair only by the number of seats listed for the table. A six-person table may feel crowded if the chairs are wide, have arms, or use thick upholstery. As a general planning rule, allow about 24 inches of table space per person for basic dining, and more if guests need extra elbow room.
Chair width includes more than the seat. Arms, curved backs, angled legs, and flared frames can all increase the real footprint. Two chairs that have the same seat width may fit very differently around the table. If the table has corner legs, a wide chair may also run into the legs before it tucks in fully.
For armchairs, check both seat width and total outside width. Armchairs often feel more comfortable for relaxed meals, but they reduce how many seats can fit along each side. In compact rooms, armless chairs may be easier to place.
POVISON dining chairs can be compared by seat width, total width, arm design, and back shape. Measure your table before deciding how many chairs will feel truly comfortable.
