Eames DSR Side Chair Specs

At Office Chairs UK, our Vitra Eames DSR Side Chairs are iconic mid‑century pieces designed for everyday comfort, durability and timeless style. Below you’ll find full specifications, materials and features to help you choose the right DSR chair for your space.

Materials

The Eames DSR features a moulded plastic shell made using Vitra’s RE recycled material process, ensuring a more sustainable version of the classic Zenaloy design.

Shell Material

Molded Plastic Zenaloy: Fibreglass‑reinforced plastic, now available in Vitra’s RE recycled formulation for improved sustainability.

Base

Welded Steel Tubing in the iconic “Eiffel” configuration.

Feet / Glides

Self‑levelling floor glides that adapt to slight floor unevenness. Optional felt glides for hard flooring.

Dimensions (Original DSR Specifications)

Height: 31.125” / 79.06 cm

Width: 18.5” / 47.00 cm

Depth: 22” / 55.88 cm

Seat Height: 17.5” / 44.45 cm

These classic dimensions maintain the original proportions of the Eames moulded plastic chair, offering a comfortable dining‑height seating position.

Eames DSR Chair Features

Iconic Eiffel Base

The welded steel “Eiffel” structure delivers strength while keeping the chair visually light. Its geometric, sculptural shape has become one of the most recognisable elements of Eames’ design.

Contoured Ergonomic Shell

The moulded plastic shell is shaped to support a natural seated posture with a gentle recline and flexible upper back.

Durable Daily‑Use Construction

Fibreglass‑reinforced Zenaloy plastic paired with a steel base makes the DSR highly suited for dining rooms, offices, cafés and breakout spaces.

Colour & Finish Versatility

Available in a wide range of Vitra colours, including the sustainable RE palette. Compatible with optional upholstery or seat pads.

Adjusting Your Eames DSR Chair

The DSR is a fixed‑height dining chair, so it does not offer mechanical adjustments like office task chairs. However, you can fine‑tune comfort and stability through practical add‑ons.

What You Can Adjust

Replace glides: Ensure stability and protect floors.
Choose seat pads: Improve comfort or slightly increase seated height.
Check base fixings: Tighten screws occasionally to maintain rigidity.

What You Cannot Adjust

Seat height
Recline or tilt
Shell flexibility (fixed moulded structure)

If you need guidance choosing suitable accessories or glides for your flooring, our team can help.

Explore the Vitra Eames DSR RE Range

Whether you’re furnishing a dining space, modern office or creative studio, the Vitra Eames DSR RE Side Chair offers style, comfort and long‑lasting performance. Browse our full range or speak with our experts for help choosing colours, glides and upholstery options.