You ladies have given me so much to think about. All of your pictures are so inspiring to me. Roseabbey, love your parson chairs. Your kitchen and dining room is very beautiful. Your colors are very similar to mine. May I ask where you found those beautiful parson chairs? Also, your wall color is devine. Terrik: Those chairs are very similar to the overstock ones and the price is great.. Stil, I appreciate your comments---seems you know a lot about design and decorating. I am always clueless about these things and your comment is gratefully taken. Segbrown, you have a very pretty and comfy dining room. I really like your table and chairs. Thanks to you all for keeping this thread alive. I have to do something about my chairs before the holidays. Others, please jump right in and help this ole gal out. Thanks

IMO you need some real color in the space and I would do chairs in a color not nesessarily yellow but definately a color . A robins egg blue would be another choice, have a little fun . BTW the best thing to avoid fading is solar shades the allow the view, keep out the heat and the UV rays.

Crate and Barrel and West Elm both have some similar, MCM swivel chairs/armchairs. Harvey Black Swivel Armchair

I agree with the above to not paint them. And "brown" furniture is trending again. :) I like your seat covers. I think it feels heavy to you because every piece in the room is formal. Maybe mix in a more contemporary chandelier, a mirror or abstract art instead of the large painting over your buffet, and a different rug. You can find real turkish rugs on etsy for a very reasonable price. Or a seagrass would look nice too. (Seagrass can be cleaned with water/liquid products, stay away from jute and sisal in the dining groom.) Simplify the sconces and centerpiece, and have nothing on the table or else a simple something in the center--no dishes or tablecloth. This room is similar to yours. Real rug with contrasting orangey colors, living flowers, mirror. This one has antique but simplified lighting, one simple centerpiece, mirror.