{"product_id":"sohoconcept-academy-soft-seat-dining-armchair-ppm-s-seat-steel-frame","title":"sohoConcept Academy Soft Seat Dining Armchair, Black PPM-S Seat on Steel Frame","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e.sc-sw{margin:0 0 18px;border:1px solid #e6dccd;border-radius:10px;background:#fff;overflow:hidden}.sc-sw\u003esummary{list-style:none;display:flex;align-items:center;justify-content:space-between;gap:12px;padding:14px 16px;background:#f6f0e7;cursor:pointer;font-weight:600;line-height:1.3}.sc-sw\u003esummary::-webkit-details-marker{display:none}.sc-sw\u003esummary::marker{content:''}.sc-sw\u003esummary:hover{background:#efe6d8}.sc-ico{flex:0 0 auto;display:inline-flex;align-items:center;justify-content:center;width:30px;height:30px;border-radius:50%;background:#fff;border:1px solid #d9ccb8;font-size:15px;line-height:1}.sc-ico::before{content:'\\25BE'}.sc-sw[open] .sc-ico::before{content:'\\2715';font-size:13px}.sc-hint{display:block;font-weight:400;font-size:12px;opacity:.75;margin-top:2px}.sc-sw[open] .sc-h-open{display:none}.sc-sw:not([open]) .sc-h-close{display:none}.sc-body{padding:4px 16px 14px}.sc-grid{display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fill,minmax(120px,1fr));gap:14px;margin:10px 0 18px}.sc-grid figure{margin:0}.sc-grid img{width:100%;height:auto;aspect-ratio:1\/1;object-fit:cover;border-radius:4px;display:block}.sc-grid figcaption{font-size:12px;line-height:1.4;margin-top:6px}\u003c\/style\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"sc-sw\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSee the frame, seat and back finishes up close\u003cspan class=\"sc-hint sc-h-open\"\u003eTap to open\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"sc-hint sc-h-close\"\u003eTap to close\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"sc-ico\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"sc-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrame\u003c\/strong\u003e. The Academy Soft Seat frame comes in matt black or bronze gold steel, and the frame sets the price. The seat is black PPM-S, and the back is walnut or oak veneer. Screens show finishes slightly differently than real life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sc-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0673\/1264\/8406\/files\/sohoconcept-swatch-black-steel.jpg?width=400\" alt=\"Matt Black Steel seat swatch\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\"\u003e\u003cfigcaption\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMatt Black Steel\u003c\/strong\u003e (ACSBLK)\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0673\/1264\/8406\/files\/sohoconcept-swatch-gold-brushed.jpg?width=400\" alt=\"Bronze (Gold) Steel seat swatch\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\"\u003e\u003cfigcaption\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBronze (Gold) Steel\u003c\/strong\u003e (ACSBRZ)\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeat upholstery\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sc-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0673\/1264\/8406\/files\/sohoconcept-finish-ppm-s-black.jpg?width=400\" alt=\"Black PPM-S finish swatch\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\"\u003e\u003cfigcaption\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlack PPM-S\u003c\/strong\u003e (5-year guarantee)\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Academy Soft Seat keeps the bent steel arm frame and molded veneer back of the Academy armchair, then adds a padded seat in black PPM-S for longer sittings. It is a good middle ground for restaurants and meeting rooms: comfortable enough for a full meal, yet the steel and veneer still wipe down quickly. Choose a matt black frame for an Industrial look or bronze gold for a warmer, hospitality feel, and a walnut or light oak veneer back. Chairs ship assembled, four to a box.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall size: 29.6 in high x 21.8 in wide x 19.8 in deep (75.2 x 55.4 x 50.3 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeat height: 18 in (45.7 cm); arm height: 26 in (66 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 12 lb (5.4 kg)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight capacity: 300 lb (136 kg)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrame: bent steel tube, matt black or bronze (gold) finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeat: upholstered in black PPM-S\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBack: molded plywood, walnut or oak veneer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpholstery guarantee: PPM-S 5 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustomer's own material: 1.2 yd of fabric (1.1 m) or 22 sq ft of leather (2.04 m²)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShipping box: 29 x 27 x 23 in (73.7 x 68.6 x 58.4 cm), 4 chairs per box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully assembled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhere to use it\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestaurants and wine bars\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConference and meeting rooms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKitchen and dining tables at home\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndustrial, Modern and Mid-Century interiors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlanning notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe 18 in seat suits 29 to 30 in tables; confirm the 26 in arms clear your table apron.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow about 26 in of table edge per armchair.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePair the oak back with the black frame for a lighter Scandinavian look, or walnut with bronze for warmth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor an all-wood seat with no upholstery, see the Academy plywood armchair.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShipping: in-stock chairs ship in 3 to 5 business days. If your frame, seat and back combination is out of stock or on its way to our warehouse, please allow 10 to 15 weeks for it to ship.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWho it is not for\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpaces that want no upholstery at all: see the Academy plywood armchair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone who needs a fabric seat color other than black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutdoor use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWipe faux leather and PPM with a soft, damp cloth and mild soap, then dry. Vacuum fabric seats regularly and blot spills right away. Wipe the metal base with a soft, dry cloth; skip abrasive pads and harsh cleaners, which dull plated and powder-coated finishes. Leather and fabric vary slightly in shade from batch to batch.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDesigner credit\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Academy collection is made for sohoConcept, a contract and residential seating maker.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDownloads\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sohoconcept.com\/Attachment\/DownloadFile?downloadId=219\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eAcademy Chair tear sheet (PDF)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow is it different from the plywood Academy?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe frame and veneer back are the same; this version adds an upholstered black PPM-S seat for more comfort.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill the arms slide under my table?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe arms are 26 in high, which clears most 29 to 30 in tables with a shallow apron.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhich back veneers are offered?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWalnut veneer or oak veneer, at the same price.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow much weight does it hold?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is rated for 300 lb.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy does the bronze frame cost more?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe bronze (gold) frame finish is priced higher than matt black. The seat and back choices do not change the price.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I order a different seat fabric?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, in customer's own material: 1.2 yd of fabric or 22 sq ft of leather. Contact us before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@graph\":[{\"@type\":\"Product\",\"name\":\"sohoConcept Academy Soft Seat Dining Armchair, Black PPM-S Seat on Steel Frame\",\"description\":\"Dining armchair with a padded black PPM-S seat, walnut or oak veneer plywood back, and bent steel arm frame in matt black or bronze gold. 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