Same X-back silhouette as the wood-seat Aberdeen side chair, with an upholstered seat cushion added – for households that host longer dinners and want the extra comfort. The seat fabric is typically a coastal-neutral that pairs with the Weathered Worn White frame.
The 40-inch back keeps the X-back detailing prominent from behind (across the dining room), while the padded seat adds hours of comfort for the person sitting in it. Real hardwood frame under the upholstery – this is a real chair, not a decorative accessory.
Pair with the Aberdeen rectangular table and mix with wood-seat X-back chairs if you want a split arrangement (upholstered chairs at the head and foot, wood chairs along the sides is a common Kensington setup).
Questions & Answers
What’s the difference between this and the wood-seat X-back?
Same frame, same finish, same 40-inch height. This version adds a padded upholstered seat cushion; the wood-seat version has a plain wood seat.
Can I choose the seat fabric?
Yes – Riverside offers a selection of coastal-appropriate seat fabrics for the upholstered version. Ask a consultant to show current swatches at Northfield.
How does the upholstery hold up?
Standard dining-chair upholstery – cleanable with mild soap on the surface. For frequent spills, ask about performance-fabric upgrade options.
Is the padded seat comfortable for long dinners?
Yes – the padding is substantial enough for two-hour holiday meals without discomfort. That’s the point of choosing this SKU over the plain wood-seat version.
Do the upholstered chairs coordinate with a wood-seat mix?
Common Kensington setup – upholstered X-back chairs at the head and foot, wood-seat X-back chairs along the sides. Same frame from the front; the seat difference reads as intentional variation.
