Nautical Folding Highback Chair

SKUNCH38

Slate Grey
POLYWOOD Heritage™The original all-weather plastic lumber featuring the POLYWOOD Signature™ finish.
POLYWOOD Vintage™Elevated earth tones featuring the POLYWOOD Wirebrush™ finish for enduring character.
POLYWOOD Select™Our premium POLYWOOD GenuineGrain™ finish with TrueTone hues for textural depth.

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The POLYWOOD Difference

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Built with Solidcore™ durability and backed by a 20-year warranty, our lumber offers unrivaled strength and endurance from the inside out and isn’t prone to splinter, rot, crack, chip, or peel.

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ClimateTuff™ Materials

Our proprietary lumber and weather-defying materials are extensively tested to the extremes, providing peak performance out in heavy rain and snow, hot sun, strong winds, and salt air.

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Low Maintenance

Our patio furniture will always look as good as new with very little effort. It doesn’t need to be covered or brought inside during inclement weather and cleans easily with soap and water.

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We fully integrate UV inhibitor compounds into our lumber, locking in lasting color and fade resistance. 

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Made in the USA Since 1990

In 1990, POLYWOOD was founded in an Indiana garage. Today, we continue to craft durable, sustainable outdoor furniture that stands the test of time at our facilities in Indiana and North Carolina.

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Designed to go together

The Nautical Collection

Inspired by marina style and designed to mix and match with ease, every piece in our Nautical Collection is the perfect place to anchor down and relax.

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Overall rating: 4.4862385 / 5 from 109 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

The Nautical Folding Highback Chair is praised for its versatile and sturdy backrest, adjustable features, aesthetic appeal, high quality, and color that complements outdoor spaces. Customers appreciate its comfort and durability in various weather conditions.

Summary topics

  • Adjustability: 5%
  • Aesthetic Appeal: 15%
  • Product Quality: 10%
  • Color Complement: 6%

Review topics: [size, color, weight, issues, fit, quality, material, set, shipping, assembly, looks, chairs, style, box, weather, polywood, feature, table, furniture, addition, back, winds, arms, storage, seat, deck, cushions, position, folding, match].

Review highlights

  • "Quality hardware and construction, love the folding and adjustable back features."Darrell
  • "The chairs are very comfortable, look great with our deck furniture and have a very smooth texture."Deborah C.
  • "These chairs look great with the farmhouse dining table."Rick L.

Reviews

Love Polywood!

"LOVE the Nautical folding chairs! The convenience of folding to carry or lay flat for a hurricane, the 3 positions that are much more comfortable than straight back chairs, make these chairs perfect! We purchased 4 chairs with a round table along with two foot rests for our deck. All in slate Gary to match our 4 Polywood Adirondack chairs we have around our fire pit. ❤Polywood"

M. C. (5/5)

Highback Chair

"I bought two of these to match my fire pit set. They are of the same sturdy quality but collapse for easy storage. They are heavy but manageable by one person."

Patrice K. (5/5)

Sturdy and the fold up

"Sturdy and the fold up feature is great when additional seating is needed."

Kerry M. (5/5)

The broken chair

"We had a limb fall on one of our chairs. We needed to replace it. I ordered it on line. It came quickly. I was very pleased with the match and the quick delivery. Thank you."

Suzanne S. (5/5)

Unfortunately, we are done with

"Unfortunately, we are done with Polywood. Took us three times to be sent a chair that was not broken. Customer Service is pretty much nonexistent. Just send an email and hope for a response (no number to call to talk to a person). So very disappointed: we wanted to add to a dining set we had ordered a few years ago (everything was perfect that time). Quality control has definitely taken a nose dive. Sorry to say - I won’t be doing business with Polywood again."

Carol D. (1/5)

Great Chair

"Great packable small chair. I use this on my back deck for a townhouse. It fits perfect and is storable during the off season. Two different recline positions."

Julie S. (5/5)

Comfortable, sturdy chairs with no

"Comfortable, sturdy chairs with no assembly required. Highly recommended."

Ronald B. (5/5)

Wonderful!

"Love it!"

David D. (5/5)

Pool life!

"Love the new furniture!!"

Robin W. (5/5)

Returned

"The chair was very well built but not comfortable to me and weight too heavy for my intended use on a boat."

William M. (3/5)

Q&A

are the back of these nautical folding highjack chair adjustable?
Hi Kathleen, thank you for your question! Yes, the back of the Nautical Folding Highback Chair is adjustable. The chair features a reclining backrest with three positions, allowing you to customize your seating angle for added comfort and support. It also folds flat for easy storage and transportation. Please let us know if you have any other questions—we're happy to help! Best, Miriam
Does this chair require assembly or does it come fully assembled?
Hello Sandra, Great question! The Nautical Folding Highback Chair does not require assembly. Thanks for asking! Best, Emma
Where can i purchase the rubber covers that go on the adjustable chairs? thank you
Hello Susan, The rubber caps on the brackets are there to protect the chairs from shipping damage and should be removed, per the Assembly Instructions, upon receiving them. I apologize, as they are not meant to be on the chairs after delivery, we will be unable to sell them to you. Thanks, Mindy
You shipped me a defective chair! What does it take to get a replacement bracket and fastener? Filed a claim a week ago!
Hi James, We apologize the the delayed response. Looks like our Customer Experience team is assisting you with replacing your defective chair. Thanks. Lana
What size seat Cushion will best fit Nautical Folding chairs
Thank you for your question! The recommended seat cushion dimensions are 17.5" x 2.5" x 17" (WxHxD) and may be purchased on the Nautical Highback Chair product page under the Shop Accessories tab. Happy shopping! Thanks, Lana
Hi all !! i have a question. my mother has these chairs, but the cushions that come with them are too thin, and we've been struggling to find cushions that fit. has anybody else had success in finding thicker cushions somewhere ?? many thanks
Hi Kara, Thank you for your question! I recommend posting your question on a Facebook group like Outdoor Living Community by POLYWOOD. This Q & R platform is specific to POLYWOOD products and we do not offer recommendations outside of our product lines. Thank you! Lana
Do these fit adequately with the square nautical 59” table that seats 8? We want to make sure it doesn’t crowd the seating space for this square table.
Hi Barb, Great question! The 59-inch Square Nautical table will fit 8 Nautical Highback chairs around it. Happy Shopping! Best, Lana
Does this chair come fully assembled?
Hello Meryl, Thank you for your interest in our Nautical Folding Highback Chair. This chair does come fully assembled. Thanks -Jason
Does this chair come in a counter height? Do you have any counter-height chairs with adjustable backs?
Hi Kathy, Thank you for taking the time to reach out with your question. We currently do not offer this chair in a counter height. We do offer a Nautical Counter Chair, but it is not foldable and does not have a high back. Also, none of our counter height chairs have an adjustable reclining feature. If you would like to view our Nautical Counter Chair, you can check it out on our website here at: https://www.polywood.com/counter-chair.html I hope I answered all of your questions! Best wishes, Michelle
How wind resistant are these chairs while opened up? If we leave them out in winds up to 50mph will they move much?
Hello Joe, Each chair weighs 28 pounds. I can't say for sure how much they would move, as it all depends on the direction of the winds, and if they are constant. I would suggest, if you know a windstorm will be coming, to move the chairs closer to your house. If possible, store them away during the adverse weather. I hope this helps. Mindy
Does the bottom of the legs have a protective covering. I want to buy the chairs for my boat. I am concerned with scratching the non skid.
Hello Adrienne, I appreciate your interest in out Nautical Highback Chair. These do not come with any kind of protective coverings for the legs but we do recommend using felt pads furniture pads that can be purchased at your local hardware store if this is something you feel is needed based on the location you will be using the chairs. Thanks, Heather
I'm planning to order 8 of these chairs in white, but would like to have the full cushion as well. If that is something that you still offer, is navy linen available and how do I order? We recently ordered the edge sectional with the navy linen cushions as well. If not, can you provide the dimensions and fabric manufacturer for the full cushions so that I can have some made? Thank you!
Hi Jennifer, thanks for all your great questions! I'm sorry, but no, we do not offer full cushions that cover the seat and back of the chairs. Our cushions will only be for the seat. If you are looing for that, the best cushion for the Nautical Highback Chair would be the SKU XPWS0006, Seat Cushion - 17.5"D x 17.5"W x 2.5"H. Navy is currently an option for these cushions, but please know that our fabric color availability does change. Our cushions are currently made using fabric from Revolution. The seat dimensions are: 17.5" width, 15.75" depth. The back dimensions are: 17.5" width, 14.125" height. I hope this helps. Thanks, Mindy
How do you get the chairs to lock in the different reclining positions as the slots on the armrest alone don't work to keep the back in place? Thanks.
Hello Karen, Thank you for reaching out about our Nautical Highback Chair. These are designed to only need the arm mechanism for staying in place. If you are having issues with your chairs please reach out to our customer experience team at (855) 935-5550 Mon-Fri 8am-5pm or at Hello@POLYWOOD.com for further assistance. Best wishes, Heather
Is there a chair like this but with an Adirondack back?
Hell Vicky, I am sorry but the Nautical high and low back chairs are the only folding all lumber dining chairs that wen make. Anything with a more Adirondack style will not be a folding dining chair. Thank for reaching out, Heather
Can you recommend the best chair for sunbathing on a dock? Not a chaise. Thanks
Hello Amanda, Great question! This Nautical Highback Chair is actually a really suitable option as it has different reclining positions to allow you to sit back farther than a normal casual chair. Other than that, our Adirondack Chairs would also be suitable too. Please feel free to browse the various models we have available via the link below: https://www.polywood.com/styles/adirondack-chairs/adirondack-chair-designs.html Thank you for reaching out! Oli
will the edge chairs work with the nautical table? we really need a longer table for 8 + but can't picture if they will match and/ or fit with and without arms.
Hello! Thank you so much for asking! The EDGE chairs certainly can be paired with the Nautical table. We have had customers create this pairing in previous orders. This is such a great question! Jillian
What are the dimensions with the chairs folded?
Hello, Thank you for reaching out with your question. The Nautical Highback Chair has a width of 25.5 inches, a height of 38.5 inches, and a depth of approximately 7 inches when fully folded. I hope you find this helpful when making a decision. Kind Regards, Nic
3 Questions: Are these chairs good to put around my fire pit? Right now I have some plastic Adirondack chairs, but some of my friends have trouble sitting so low to the ground and have trouble getting out of the chairs. Would this style be easier to get in and out? Are they comfortable to sit in for 1-2 hours?
Hi Diane, Fantastic questions! The Nautical Highback chair is a great addition to a backyard/firepit/deck. The adjustable back makes it easier and more comfortable to sit a bit. Also we have cushions for these if you are looking for a little extra comfort, however people rave on how comfortable these are! I have included the links for the cushions and we thank you for your time! https://www.polywood.com/seat-cushion-16-5inchd-x-17-5inchw-x-2-5inchh-xpws0006.html Best Wishes, Laurie
Is there a footstool that works with the nautical high back chairs?
Hi there, Great question! We don't typically pair dining chairs with ottomans, but feel free to shop all of our ottomans and footstools here: https://www.polywood.com/styles/adirondack-chairs/ottomans-and-footstools.html — thanks for reaching out! Kaylan
Is this comfortable, for long time sitting, without a cushion? for older parents
Hi Goose, Great question! The Nautical Highback Chair features a comfortably contoured seat along with an adjustable back that has three positions for greater comfort and support. Thanks for asking! Kaylan