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SKÅLBODA Armchair, white
SKÅLBODA Armchair, white
SKÅLBODA Armchair, white
SKÅLBODA Armchair, white
SKÅLBODA Armchair, white
SKÅLBODA Armchair, white

SKÅLBODA Armchair, white

Price $ 99.99
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Product features

  • 10 year limited warranty

The bowl-shaped SKÅLBODA armchair was created by Niels Gammelgaard already in 1983. Back then with the name JÄRPEN. An example of IKEA icons given new colors in the Nytillverkad collection.

Article Number205.820.35

Product details

Part of the Nytillverkad collection where several IKEA classics have been given a new look.

Designed by Niels Gammelgaard in 1983 – a timeless classic that feels just as modern now as it did then.

10-year limited warranty. Read about the terms in the limited warranty brochure.

Designer

Niels Gammelgaard

Article Number205.820.35

Good to know

Recommended for indoor use only.

Materials and care

Material

Back and seat frame/ Leg:
Steel, Polyester powder coating
Plastic parts:
Polyamide

Care

Wipe clean using a damp cloth and a mild cleaner.

Wipe dry with a clean cloth.

Safety and compliance

This seating furniture is tested and complies with relevant strength and durability standards. The tests simulate typical usage of the product and are based on use by persons weighing up to 242 lbs.

Assembly and documents

Assembly instructions

SKÅLBODA Armchair205.820.35

Advice and care instructions

SKÅLBODA Armchair205.820.35SKÅLBODA Armchair205.820.35

Measurements

  • Width: 25 1/4 "
  • Depth: 27 1/8 "
  • Height: 28 "
  • Height under furniture: 9 7/8 "
  • Seat width: 24 3/4 "
  • Seat depth: 18 1/8 "
  • Seat height: 13 3/8 "

Packaging

This product comes as 2 packages.

SKÅLBODA

Article Number205.820.35
This product has multiple packages.
  • Width: 26 ½ "
  • Height: 2 ¼ "
  • Length: 32 ¾ "
  • Weight: 6 lb 11 oz
  • Package(s): 1
  • Width: 25 ¼ "
  • Height: 15 ¾ "
  • Length: 29 ¾ "
  • Weight: 8 lb 12 oz
  • Package(s): 1

Reviews

Perfect occasional chair for a studio apartment!JulieThis chair was exactly what I was looking for! Very easy assembly & sturdy, this chair is stylish. I added a faux fur throw & a soft throw pillow to soften up the overall look :)5
very goodAnonymous reviewerreally stylish, very comfortable, great price . put together in 1 minute5
It's okay, but EstherIt's a cute, lightweight chair, BUT totally uncomfortable without lots of padding or pillows3
Great design and comfortableJenniferThese took MAYBE 4 min to set up. You wouldn’t expect them to be comfortable but they are, even without a pillow. I love the pop of color in my yard. (I bought the orange). I’ve already got many compliments on them 5
Love itJoonPretty color. I need to put throw on the seat if I sit for a long time, but the shape is comfortable.5
extremely comfyJensDespite it being metal, it does not dig in at all. I also ended up throwing a bunch of furs over it for even more cushion.5
Try Before You BuyAnonymous reviewerBeautiful chair at a great price, but sitting in it for more than 5 minutes gives me almost immediate back pain. I'm 6'5" and this may not be an issue for everyone judging by the other reviews, but definitely try before you buy if your IKEA has one on display--mine did not as far as I could tell. However, it's still very well constructed for the price and I do love the design, I just wish I was able to sit in it.3
Comfortable classicJonathanReissuing this design was such a good idea! I hope there will be more of this sort of thing. Condolences to all the vintage resellers. Very ergonomic, if a bit less so when naked.5
Surprisingly comfy!PamelaI know it's hard to believe looking at it, but this chair is actually surprisingly comfortable. It just kind of cradles your body into a relaxing, slightly reclined position. The fact that it was originally designed in the '80s is what attracted me to it, as I'm trying to add fun 1980s decor to my bedroom. I only wish Ikea made a custom cushion with a back and bottom for it, but I suppose cushions meant for other chairs may work for it. I plan on getting a pillow in a fun '80s print to go with it. 5
Great size for a bedroomJjwe were looking for a pair of chairs for the bedroom and these fit perfectly. super easy to put together. they are sturdy and fit in with our design.5
Cheap paint flakes and rubs off MichaelBefore even assembling this chair, I noticed that the instructions had some orange smears on it. Not thinking much of it, I assembled the chair in my vinyl flooring and saw streaks of orange appear. Paint also began to chip at the corners. I think it’s a good looking piece, but the quality wasn’t quite up to snuff 3
fantastic!Andreaso glad this retro piece is back. comfortable and stylish and great design5
Timeless and really stand the test of time.JayneI purchased two of these chairs in the early 1980’s when I lived in Toronto. They have traveled with me everywhere over 40 years . They are timeless all you have to do is change cushions. You can consider mine vintage now,5

Customer reviews

4.7Average rating
127Reviews
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Love this chair!
5
I love this chair, it looks so light and airy, it’s actually quite comfortable- especially with a chair seat pad and throw blanket. Great to see these past design reissues!
Therese, Canada
Perfect occasional chair for a studio apartment!
5
This chair was exactly what I was looking for! Very easy assembly & sturdy, this chair is stylish. I added a faux fur throw & a soft throw pillow to soften up the overall look :)
Julie, United States
Retro feel
5
This chair is super stylish with a funky throw pillow tossed on. It works in any space and adds a cold retro vibe. Surprisingly pretty comfortable too. Love this chair. Buy it!!
Rhonda, Canada

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Designer thoughts

Designer thoughts

In the early 1980s, our founder Ingvar Kamprad asked the Danish industrial designer Niels Gammelgaard to create the world's most inexpensive armchair that could be manufactured industrially, without filling or fabric. Niels had already designed another chair in metal with holes, so Ingvar suggested making the holes bigger to remove a third of the material. It worked. JÄRPEN armchair was born – a timeless classic given the name SKÅLBODA in the Nytillverkad collection.

Designer Niels Gammelgaard

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