Banquet Chairs

Banquet Chairs Wholesale: What You Need to Know

Because banquet chairs are used infrequently, their storage footprint is an important facet of their design. Few operators can afford to allocate the square footage needed to house dozens of unused chairs, so banquet chairs must compensate with a space-saving feature. Stacking banquet chairs are made to be stored in vertical columns, with one chair fitting neatly on top of another. Folding banquet chairs can be collapsed into a thin vertical frame and stored against a wall or on top of each other on the floor.

Common Questions About Banquet Chairs

Should I get folding or stackable chairs?

Stackable chairs don't have any moving pieces, which can create a feeling of stability that is important for such a lightweight piece of equipment. All four legs are locked into a single orientation, so they will not slide around when a guest shifts their weight. Stacking chairs typically have hollow legs to remove excess weight when carrying and storing them, though these hollow legs do limit the strength of the chair; some will have a maximum weight listed. Although they can be stacked vertically to save space, some venues may not have enough room to store them this way, so consider where you'll be storing your chairs before deciding between stackable and folding designs.

Folding banquet chairs are a favorite of caterers, wedding planners, and outdoor venue organizers because of how quickly they can be stored and deployed. Foldable chairs are frequently made of lightweight wood or plastic, and while they can sometimes feel unstable, foldable chairs are generally quite strong. Both folding and stacking banquet chairs can be made with padding or cushions, providing a comfortable seat for your guests.

Which banquet chairs for sale are best for outdoor or heavy-duty use?

Some banquet chairs in our selection are labeled specifically as heavy-duty options. These can be cleaned quickly and are more resistant to staining, scratching, and denting than flimsier models. If you need a seat primarily for outdoor use or use in an uncontrolled area, consider heavy-duty chairs. Most of our mobile seating options are made of materials that can be wiped clean, but for especially deleterious usage, a heavy-duty option might serve you best.

Do banquet chairs have padded seats?

Most chairs in this category offer a form of padding for your guests – usually made from some sort of vinyl or other cleanable material to cut down on maintenance time. Stackable seats frequently offer padding on the bottom and back, while folding seats usually have padding only on the seat portion. Not all our selections include padding, so check the product description before purchasing.