sohoConcept Avanos Spider Swivel Chair, Upholstered Shell Seat on Aluminum Base

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Seat upholstery. Faux leather is the entry option. PPM-FR, S-PPM and PPM are polyurethane performance leathers that wipe clean; the off-white boucle is a soft looped fabric; Camira Era and Camira Blazer wool are woven contract fabrics. Screens show color slightly differently than real life.

Base finishes

The Avanos Spider is the Avanos shell on a four-arm cast aluminum swivel base, the model that moves most easily between the dining table and the desk. On glides it stays where you put it at the table; add the office caster set and it rolls like a task chair, which raises the seat from 18.5 to 20.5 in. The base comes in polished aluminum, black or a brass finish. The upholstered fiberglass shell has a padded plywood seat and a 300 lb rating.

Specifications

• Chair: 32 in high x 21 in wide x 22 in deep (81.3 x 53.3 x 55.9 cm); seat 18.5 in high (47.0 cm), seat depth 16 in (40.6 cm)
• With office casters the seat is 20.5 in high (52.1 cm)
• Weight capacity: 300 lb (136 kg)
• Seat: molded fiberglass shell with a padded plywood seat, fully upholstered inside and out
• Base: four-arm cast aluminum swivel base, polished, black or brass-finished
• Optional office caster set (raises the seat 2 in)
• Customer's own material: 1.55 yd of fabric (1.42 m) or 25 sq ft of leather (2.32 m²)
• Upholstery guarantees: faux leather 2 years, PPM 5 years, Camira Era fabric and Camira Blazer wool 10 years
• Made in Türkiye
• Designer: sohoConcept in-house design team

Where to use it

• Home offices and desks that also serve as a dining spot
• Conference and meeting rooms
• Dining tables where people turn to talk
• Modern and Mid-Century workspaces and studios

Planning notes

• Without casters the 18.5 in seat suits 28 to 30 in tables; with casters the 20.5 in seat suits 29 to 31 in desks.
• Choose casters for hard floors or chair mats in an office; leave them off at the dining table.
• The four-arm base spreads wider than the seat; allow about 25 in per chair.
• Shipping: in-stock chairs ship in 3 to 5 business days. If your seat and base combination is out of stock or on its way to our warehouse, please allow 10 to 15 weeks for it to ship.

Who it is not for

• Anyone who needs adjustable height or tilt: this is a fixed-height swivel
• Wood-base lovers: see the Avanos Pyramid Wood swivel chair
• Outdoor use

Care

Wipe 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.

Designer credit

The Avanos collection is designed by sohoConcept, a contract and residential seating maker that builds its chairs in Türkiye.

Downloads

• Avanos Spider Swivel Chair tear sheet (PDF)

Frequently asked questions

Does it swivel?

Yes. The seat turns a full circle on the aluminum base.

What do the office casters change?

The caster set lets the chair roll and raises the seat by 2 in, from 18.5 to 20.5 in.

Can I use it at a desk?

Yes. With casters it works as a desk or conference chair. It does not adjust in height or tilt.

What is the base made of?

Cast aluminum, either polished, black or brass-finished.

Why do the prices differ?

Faux leather seats cost least, PPM, S-PPM, PPM-FR, boucle and Camira Era a little more, and Camira Blazer wool the most. The brass finish and the office caster set each add to the price.

How much weight does it hold?

It is rated for 300 lb.

Please note: Because this item is made to order or specially sourced, it is final sale.