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Eames Plastic Armchair RE DAL
by Charles & Ray Eames, 1950 — from CHF 825.00
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| Product type | Armchair |
| Dimensions |   Without upholstery / with seat upholstery / with full upholstery Dimensions in mm |
| Colours | Seat shell, new colours 2024   Seat shell            Seat cushion / full upholstery, Hopsak                   (Further Hopsak colours available on request) |
| Material | Fully upholstered with polyurethane foam Covers: Hopsak (100% polyamide) Base: die-cast aluminium, polished Seat shell: dyed-through polypropylene (white) or dyed-through RE plastic (all other colours) Please note: The RE plastic employed for the Eames Plastic Chair seat shells is composed of granules of recycled plastics from the German "Yellow Sack" packaging recycling system and approx. 10% fibreglass material to achieve the necessary rigidity. The familiar colours of the seat shells do not change as a result of this material change. However, with the lighter seat shell colours tiny pigments of differently coloured granules may be visible upon closer inspection. These pigments do not represent a defect, but are a feature of the new sustainable material. Below is a comparative example of the colour "ice grey" in high magnification - the new material is on the right.  |
| Variants | Available without upholstery, with seat pad or with fully upholstered, edge reinforcement (piping) see picture. Seat cushion and covers available in a range of colours |
| Function & properties | Base fixed, non-swivel |
| Care | To clean the plastic surfaces, a soft, damp cloth and a mild, neutral detergent is recommended. For upholstered variants: dust and lint can be vacuumed . To treat stains a damp cloth and a mild, neutral detergent is recommended. Professional cleaning should be done in the assembled state and with the use of upholstery foam or a mobile washing/extraction device. |
| Awards & museum | MoMA, New York |
| Certificates & Sustainability | EN 13761 (Office furniture - Visitor chairs) EN 1728 (Furniture - Seating - Test methods for the determination of strength and durability) The Vitra Eames DAL is: 100% recyclable contains up to 14% recycled material Vitra conform to ISO 9001: 2008 (Quality management systems) ISO 14001: 2004 (Environmental management systems) Since the beginning of the production year 2024 the Eames Plastic Chair seat shells have been been manufactured from a recycled material, the so-called RE plastic. RE plastic material consists of granules of recycled plastics from the German “Yellow Sack” packaging recycling system. This new material is not only recycled but 100% recyclable, In addition its production generates significantly lower climate-damaging emissions and requires less energy. Since June 1st 2019 Vitra has been operated a take-back program: Eames Fibreglass Chairs and Eames Plastic Chairs that are no longer required can be returned to Vitra. |
| Warranty | 24 months Register product and secure extended manufacturer's warranty of 10 years |
| Accessories | Complementing cushions from Parkhaus Berlin or Seats Dots and Soft Seats (Typ A) from Vitra |
| Product family | Eames Plastic Chairs |
| Datasheet | Please click on the picture for detailed information (ca. 5,4 MB). |
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FAQ
What does DAL mean?
DAL means Dining Height Armchair La Fonda Base.
What does the designation RE stand for in Eames Plastic Armchair RE DAL?
The designation RE means that the Eames Plastic Armchair RE DAL is made from recycled plastic, a material from which the Eames Plastic Chairs RE have been produced since the beginning of 2024. With the introduction of the new sustainable material, three new colour nuances were also introduced, the new white “Cotton White”, the new yellow “Citron” and the new green “Emerald”, which replace the previous colours white, sunlight and green respectively.
Which colours are new for the Vitra Eames Plastic Armchair RE DAL after the RE material update?
The colours white, yellow and green differ from the original colours in the new recycled Eames Plastic Chairs version.
Will the Eames Plastic Armchair RE DAL continue to be produced in the non-recycled material?
No, manufacture of the Eames Plastic Chairs in the unrecycled material version will cease in early 2024 and in the future only the sustainable material will be employed in the Eames Plastic Armchair RE DAL.
How much weight can the Eames DAL Plastic Chairs support?
The Vitra Eames Plastic Chairs are tested to 110 kg and so meet the "GS" test standard. Just as important as the weight however are the users sitting habits. Swinging on the hind legs, for example, caused a very high load which can dramatically shorten the life.
How is the Eames DAL seat height measured?
The seat height is determined according to the European standard EN 1335-1. This states that the chair be clamped in a special tester and loaded with a weight. The dimensions are then determined in the loaded state. The seat height being measured at a position defined by the standard and when in the load bearing state. The stated seat height cannot be measured with a conventional measuring device, rather is a normalised comparison value so that different chairs (for example, with and without height adjustment, or with varying thickness of seat cushion, etc.) can be compared with one another.
How do I recognise an original Eames DAL Plastic Chair?
On the underside of the seat shell, the material marking PP indicates the polypropylene used for the shell, a seal certifies the safety of the chair and a sticker indicates the place of manufacture and serial number. In addition, Vitra always supplies the original fully assembled.
Why a 2019 colour update for the Eames DAL?
The new colour palette allows for more possible combinations and offers a broader spectrum of different colour shades with the delineation into "Natural Tones", "Mid Tones" and "Bright Tones".
Please click on the picture for detailed information about the New Vitra update Colors 2019 (ca. 2,9 MB)
The Plastic Chairs collection by Charles and Ray Eames are unquestionably amongst the most legendary chair designs of the 20th century. Although each of them shines with its own characteristics and individual features, all are composed in essence of the same durable plastic moulded seat shell. Produced and distributed in Europe by the Swiss manufacturer Vitra, the shells are attached to a range of bases - aluminium, wood, swivel or with rollers - and thus allow for the perfect chair combination for each and every space. The DAL is one of the few Eames Plastic Chairs which is only available with armrests, and especially in the variant with polyurethane fully upholstery allows for a particularly comfortable seating experience, the organically shaped shell positively inviting you to drop down and kick back. Thanks to the four footbase and the polished aluminium base the DAL is a resilient and durable seating option which is every bit as aesthetically alluring and physically pleasing. Thus the Vitra DAL is a versatile armchair - whether in the dining room, in the waiting area or in the conference room - and combines, as with all Plastic Chairs, those values which define Charles and Ray Eames: the production of high quality chairs that are affordable for a large mass of people.
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