--- product_id: 3660032 title: "Benjamin Ladder Back Chair Set of 2 in Light Oak, Classic Backed Kitchen & Dining Room Chairs, Simple & Elegant Home Seating Solution, Great for Office, Hallway, Bedroom" brand: "winsome" price: "R9050" currency: ZAR in_stock: true reviews_count: 7 category: "Winsome" url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/3660032-benjamin-ladder-back-chair-set-of-2-in-light-oak store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # Classic ladder-back design Solid wood construction 220 lbs weight capacity Benjamin Ladder Back Chair Set of 2 in Light Oak, Classic Backed Kitchen & Dining Room Chairs, Simple & Elegant Home Seating Solution, Great for Office, Hallway, Bedroom **Brand:** winsome **Price:** R9050 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > πŸͺ‘ Classic comfort meets modern durability β€” don’t miss out on timeless style! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Benjamin Ladder Back Chair Set of 2 in Light Oak, Classic Backed Kitchen & Dining Room Chairs, Simple & Elegant Home Seating Solution, Great for Office, Hallway, Bedroom by winsome - **How much does it cost?** R9050 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/3660032-benjamin-ladder-back-chair-set-of-2-in-light-oak) ## Best For - winsome enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted winsome brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Stable & Tip-Resistant:** Wide-set legs and reinforced stretchers ensure unwavering stability during use. - β€’ **Versatile Two-Chair Set:** Ideal for dining, office, hallway, or bedroomβ€”mix and match to suit your lifestyle. - β€’ **Durable Solid Wood Build:** Crafted from 100% solid wood for lasting strength and premium feel. - β€’ **Timeless Ladder-Back Elegance:** Elevate any space with a design that blends rustic charm and modern minimalism. - β€’ **Perfectly Proportioned Seating:** 18-inch seat height fits seamlessly with standard dining tables for effortless style cohesion. ## Overview The Winsome Benjamin Ladder Back Chair Set features two solid wood chairs with a classic ladder-back design and a durable light oak finish. Each chair supports up to 220 lbs, offers tip-resistant stability with wide-set legs and stretchers, and has an 18-inch seat height optimized for standard dining tables. Perfect for versatile use in kitchens, dining rooms, offices, or hallways, this set combines timeless style with lasting quality and easy assembly. ## Description Product Description The simple and straight forward, yet classic look of the Benjamin 2 Piece Ladder Back Chair Set allows them to be used with a variety of decors from country to contemporary. Wide-set legs and reinforced construction provide tip-free stability in this classic dining or office table chair. The seat height of 18” pairs seamlessly with standard dining tables for a cohesive dining experience. The Benjamin Ladder Back Chair is crafted from durable materials using expert furniture construction techniques for long-lasting use with a weight capacity of 220 lbs per chair. desertcart.com Perfect anywhere from a farmhouse-inspired dΓ©cor to a child-friendly (everything has to be sturdy!) household, this set of two classic ladder back chairs are charmingly casual as well as tough-wearing and easy to clean. The design features a flared back with three gently curved rungs and a wide seat that is comfortable with or without a chair pad. The fun bowed legs lend both a touch of whimsy and steady, tip-free support, while the stretchers offer extra strength and a place to park one's feet. Crafted of solid wood with a lacquered Light Oak finish, the chairs blend well with many different woods and colors. To clean, simply wipe with a damp cloth. Each chair measures 20.5 inches wide by 16.6 inches deep by 34.7 inches high. Assembly is required; tools are included. --Kara Karll Review: Easy Assembly, Excellent Quality, Wonderful design. - I purchased these 2-chairs along with a matching 42-inch round "kitchenette" table, all from the Winsome Wood folks. The table has not yet arrived. I held off buying 4-chairs for a couple of reasons: First, I was not sure if the quality of the table or chairs warranted getting 4-chairs. Second, until I see the table, which has not yet arrived, I won't know if I can comfortably fit them all in my kitchen area. The chairs are all solid wood - no veneers - no plywood. The back of the chairs is a smart design, where by the legs are integrated into the back. Makes the chairs more sturdy. There are gliders already placed in the feet of the chairs. There are several supporting side-braces. A few words of advice for assembly: The instructions are mostly pictorial in nature, obviously trying to accomplish with "pictures" rather than 1000-words. They mostly met their goal. I figured it out. Here is what I did that made it easier - which is not clear from the drawings: Each brass bolt, requires a split washer, then a flat washer. Then you put the long, medium, or short bolt into the appropriate hole. If you put all the split washers on their bolts, then the flat washers, the diagrams become far easier to understand. Next, I GLUED the holes and dowels. It is NOT called for, but; I did it anyway. I also put some glue on the corners where the front legs meet the seat of the chair. You don't need a LOT. A thin layer on each "side" where they will meet, or in the hole, and on the end of the supporting dowel. I applied these thin layers of wood glue using q-tips. You can tighten the 6-bolts that hold the seat to the back legs and back of the chairs "right away". Do not over tighten them - they are BRASS. That means they are soft. A Snug tighten is all you need at first. When putting the the other bolts in for the front legs, be sure to ONLY tighten them by hand w/o the hex key wrench, and leave, literally, some "wiggle" room. You'll need this to get the supporting dowels in correctly. I recommend you put the long end of the hex-key wrenches into the bolts and hold onto the short ends. It will help you avoid over tightening. And, when you hear the wood "CREEK", or the bolt suddenly gets HARD TO TURN, at the end of a turn, stop! Turn it maybe 1/4-to-1/2-turn more, and then you're done. When ALL the bolts are tight, and the chair seems fully assembled, then take the wrench to each bolt once more, to make sure they are all "creek" tight. Finally, using a piece of duct tape, I taped one of the wrenches under the seat of one of the chairs, for future need for re-tightening - if it is ever needed. If the table is as well designed, and of the same quality, my opinion is, for the money, you cannot go wrong. I got the table, and 2-chairs, from PRIME, for $250-including all taxes and shipping. A perfect example of superior desertcart Prime quality products. Review: Well made with some very nice design touches - I was surprised at the quality of these chairs. They are solid wood with no false veneers. The finish is complete and even and the design is perfect – for instance, the front and rear legs curve out out a tiny bit and add an eye-pleasing touch to the design. The back slats are solid and curved and thick. The seats are not flat and have a slight carved depression inj them for comfort. Because of the solid wood, the chairs are pretty hefty and have a real quality feel to them. I would guess that they weigh about 14 pounds each. Nice touch: the legs have plastic gliders attached to them. Assembly is straightforward with pictorial instructions and it is important to group the different sized bolts together for easy reference before you start. Two boxes of bolts and washers were in the package and scared me at first because it looked like the box I opened was missing some hardware – but when I opened the second box, I found that all the hardware was actually complete. In fact, there were a couple of spare bolts and washers included. Assembly time was about 20 minutes for the first chair (this included verifying the hardware and getting familiar with instructions) and ten minutes for the second chair. They supply a ball-ended hex key tool for assembly and it allows you to tighten some of the bolts at an angle where the clearance is a little tight. Good thinking on the manufacturer's part! The only other tool you'll need is a phillips head screwdriver to install the wood screws in the rungs on the bottom the the chairs. As noted in other reviews, make sure to loosely fasten the legs in the beginning so that you have plenty of clearance to insert the rungs before tightening. And don't over tighten – just make sure the bolts are nice and firm. Overall, a really nice couple of quality chairs. Well, made with some very nice design touches. ## Features - Classic Ladder-Back Chair Design: Timeless style complements rustic, traditional, or modern decor, ideal for dining rooms, kitchens, or entryways - Sturdy and Stylish Chairs: The Benjamin Ladder Back Chair is crafted from durable materials using expert furniture construction techniques for long-lasting use with a weight capacity of 220 lbs per chair - Stable and Supportive Comfortable Chair: Wide-set legs and reinforced construction provide tip-free stability in this classic dining or office table chair - Versatile Use: Set of two classic chairs can be used together or separately; perfect as breakfast, kitchen, or dining chairs, or accent seating in a hallway or bedroom - Dining Chairs Proportioned for Standard Tables: Seat height of 18” pairs seamlessly with standard dining tables for a cohesive dining experience ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B000Y1RS50 | | Additional Features | Foot Rest | | Age Range Description | Adult | | Arm Style | Armless | | Back Style | Ladder Back | | Best Sellers Rank | #165,187 in Home & Kitchen ( See Top 100 in Home & Kitchen ) #488 in Dining Room Furniture | | Brand Name | Winsome | | Chair Backrest Width | 16.6 Inches | | Color | Light Oak | | Customer Reviews | 4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars (1,758) | | Fill Material | Wood | | Finish Types | Light Oak | | Frame Material Type | Wood | | Furniture Base Movement | Glide | | Furniture Finish | Oak | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00021713342324 | | Included Components | See description | | Indoor Outdoor Usage | Indoor | | Is Customizable? | No | | Is Foldable | No | | Item Dimensions | 20.5 x 16.6 x 34.7 inches | | Item Dimensions D x W x H | 20.5"D x 16.6"W x 34.7"H | | Item Type Name | Seating | | Item Weight | 25.2 Pounds | | Leg Style | Straight Leg | | Manufacturer | Winsome Trading, Inc. | | Manufacturer Warranty Description | Replacement parts up to 60 days from date of purchase. | | Material Type | Wood | | Maximum Weight Recommendation | 220 Pounds | | Model Name | Benjamin | | Model Number | 34232 | | Number of Height Positions | 3 | | Pattern | Solid | | Product Care Instructions | Wipe Clean | | Reclining Position Count | 1 | | Recommended Uses For Product | Dining | | Required Assembly | Yes | | Room Type | Dining Room | | Seat Depth | 15.5 inches | | Seat Height | 18 Inches | | Seat Material | Wood | | Shape | Rectangular | | Size | 16.6W x 20.5D x 34.7H In | | Style Name | Transitional | | Surface Recommendation | Indoor | | Theme | Transitional | | Tilting | No | | UPC | 784396205460 071072012116 746705642663 746705927524 778295687182 021713342324 956258045273 746705879878 | | Unit Count | 2.0 Count | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Winsome - **Color:** Light Oak - **Material:** Wood - **Product Dimensions:** 20.5"D x 16.6"W x 34.7"H - **Size:** 16.6W x 20.5D x 34.7H In ## Images ![Benjamin Ladder Back Chair Set of 2 in Light Oak, Classic Backed Kitchen & Dining Room Chairs, Simple & Elegant Home Seating Solution, Great for Office, Hallway, Bedroom - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71Hcdda7jjL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Color, Size** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Could someone please tell me the seat height? I can't seem to find that info anywhere online. Thanks** A: I measure the seat height (top edge) to be approximately 17 7/8" at the front and 17 5/8" at the back. We've used these chairs now several years and they're still in great shape and very sturdy! **Q: What is the maximum weight on these chairs?** A: I can't tell you exactly because I have no way of weighing them, however I did compare them to a 5 lb. bag of flour, and they are not much heavier. I would estimate them at between 5 and 10 lbs. I am over 65 and I can easily pick one up with one hand. Hope that helps...If you're asking how much weight they can hold, I have no idea - Jake's answer should be helpful here! I can tell you they are well made so I believe what he says! **Q: what is the weight capacity of these chairs?** A: Each chair has a static weight capacity of 220 lbs. **Q: What is the weight of these chairs?** A: The boxed weight is 35 Lbs. for 2 chairs. The chairs are approximately 12-13 Lbs. ea. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Easy Assembly, Excellent Quality, Wonderful design. *by R***I on July 9, 2013* I purchased these 2-chairs along with a matching 42-inch round "kitchenette" table, all from the Winsome Wood folks. The table has not yet arrived. I held off buying 4-chairs for a couple of reasons: First, I was not sure if the quality of the table or chairs warranted getting 4-chairs. Second, until I see the table, which has not yet arrived, I won't know if I can comfortably fit them all in my kitchen area. The chairs are all solid wood - no veneers - no plywood. The back of the chairs is a smart design, where by the legs are integrated into the back. Makes the chairs more sturdy. There are gliders already placed in the feet of the chairs. There are several supporting side-braces. A few words of advice for assembly: The instructions are mostly pictorial in nature, obviously trying to accomplish with "pictures" rather than 1000-words. They mostly met their goal. I figured it out. Here is what I did that made it easier - which is not clear from the drawings: Each brass bolt, requires a split washer, then a flat washer. Then you put the long, medium, or short bolt into the appropriate hole. If you put all the split washers on their bolts, then the flat washers, the diagrams become far easier to understand. Next, I GLUED the holes and dowels. It is NOT called for, but; I did it anyway. I also put some glue on the corners where the front legs meet the seat of the chair. You don't need a LOT. A thin layer on each "side" where they will meet, or in the hole, and on the end of the supporting dowel. I applied these thin layers of wood glue using q-tips. You can tighten the 6-bolts that hold the seat to the back legs and back of the chairs "right away". Do not over tighten them - they are BRASS. That means they are soft. A Snug tighten is all you need at first. When putting the the other bolts in for the front legs, be sure to ONLY tighten them by hand w/o the hex key wrench, and leave, literally, some "wiggle" room. You'll need this to get the supporting dowels in correctly. I recommend you put the long end of the hex-key wrenches into the bolts and hold onto the short ends. It will help you avoid over tightening. And, when you hear the wood "CREEK", or the bolt suddenly gets HARD TO TURN, at the end of a turn, stop! Turn it maybe 1/4-to-1/2-turn more, and then you're done. When ALL the bolts are tight, and the chair seems fully assembled, then take the wrench to each bolt once more, to make sure they are all "creek" tight. Finally, using a piece of duct tape, I taped one of the wrenches under the seat of one of the chairs, for future need for re-tightening - if it is ever needed. If the table is as well designed, and of the same quality, my opinion is, for the money, you cannot go wrong. I got the table, and 2-chairs, from PRIME, for $250-including all taxes and shipping. A perfect example of superior Amazon Prime quality products. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Well made with some very nice design touches *by E***S on May 12, 2017* I was surprised at the quality of these chairs. They are solid wood with no false veneers. The finish is complete and even and the design is perfect – for instance, the front and rear legs curve out out a tiny bit and add an eye-pleasing touch to the design. The back slats are solid and curved and thick. The seats are not flat and have a slight carved depression inj them for comfort. Because of the solid wood, the chairs are pretty hefty and have a real quality feel to them. I would guess that they weigh about 14 pounds each. Nice touch: the legs have plastic gliders attached to them. Assembly is straightforward with pictorial instructions and it is important to group the different sized bolts together for easy reference before you start. Two boxes of bolts and washers were in the package and scared me at first because it looked like the box I opened was missing some hardware – but when I opened the second box, I found that all the hardware was actually complete. In fact, there were a couple of spare bolts and washers included. Assembly time was about 20 minutes for the first chair (this included verifying the hardware and getting familiar with instructions) and ten minutes for the second chair. They supply a ball-ended hex key tool for assembly and it allows you to tighten some of the bolts at an angle where the clearance is a little tight. Good thinking on the manufacturer's part! The only other tool you'll need is a phillips head screwdriver to install the wood screws in the rungs on the bottom the the chairs. As noted in other reviews, make sure to loosely fasten the legs in the beginning so that you have plenty of clearance to insert the rungs before tightening. And don't over tighten – just make sure the bolts are nice and firm. Overall, a really nice couple of quality chairs. Well, made with some very nice design touches. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by R***R on September 29, 2025* Great, sturdy chairs - assembly is straight forward except the screws didn't go in all the way. My floors are a bit uneven so I pried the bumpers out of the legs and replaced with Shepherd Swivel glides (I pre-drilled before nailing in) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/3660032-benjamin-ladder-back-chair-set-of-2-in-light-oak](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/3660032-benjamin-ladder-back-chair-set-of-2-in-light-oak) --- *Product available on Desertcart South Africa* *Store origin: ZA* *Last updated: 2026-04-22*