Rothler Dining Chair

The Rothler is a side chair from Four Hands built on contrast: a solid ash frame, a back woven from twisted paper cord, and a deep cushioned seat. The seat rides on webbing over a foam pad wrapped in batting, and the frame is joined with mortise and tenon and corner blocks. Upholstery comes in two textile blends in natural tones, both performance-woven to handle spills and wear, or in top-grain leather.

The back is the design's signature, with alternating weave patterns that read as texture from across the room and as pattern up close. Paper cord and ash give it a Scandinavian-meets-coastal lean, while the upholstered seat keeps it from feeling austere. Frame finishes run from light natural ash to a black brushed ash, so you can choose between a soft, pale look and a graphic one.

It is armless, so it slides under a table and works in sets of four, six, or a mismatched pair at each end. Use it around a dining table, at a kitchen island, or pulled up to a desk where a straight back and a comfortable seat matter. The fabric versions suit a house with regular meals and guests, and the leather version will soften and darken with use.

Spot clean with a water-free (solvent-based) upholstery cleaner only; water can leave rings. Blot, don't rub, and test on a hidden spot first. Vacuum regularly, and call a professional upholstery cleaner for larger stains. Dust regularly with a soft, dry cloth, and wipe up spills right away with a slightly damp cloth, then dry the surface fully. Use coasters and trivets under hot or wet items, and keep the piece out of direct sunlight and away from heat vents to prevent fading, warping, or cracking. Avoid harsh chemical cleaners and soaking the surface, especially on veneer, where moisture can lift the edges. Wash linen in cool water on a gentle cycle with a mild detergent, and avoid bleach. Tumble dry on low or air dry, and iron while slightly damp if you want a smoother finish. For jute, sisal, seagrass, and other woven fibers, vacuum regularly, blot spills right away, and spot clean only, since Dust regularly with a soft brush or a vacuum with a brush attachment. Blot spills right away with a dry cloth, and for marks use a barely damp cloth, since paper cord weakens and can stretch or discolor when wet. Keep it away from damp areas and long periods of direct sunlight, Vacuum regularly with a soft brush attachment and blot spills right away with a clean cloth. Keep out of prolonged direct sun to prevent fading. Dust with a soft, dry cloth and wipe spills right away with a slightly damp one. Condition every 6 to 12 months with a leather conditioner. Keep away from direct sun and heat, which dry and fade leather. Natural markings and patina are part of its character. Dust with a soft, dry cloth and wipe spills right away. Use coasters and placemats under hot or wet items. Avoid harsh cleaners and silicone polishes, and keep away from direct heat and prolonged sun.