# Elegant Folding Chairs Kaufmann Mercantile's Waxed Canvas Chair is Sleek and Rustic By Jana Pijak | Published 2015-06-24 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folding-chair References: [store.kaufmann-mercantile](https://store.kaufmann-mercantile.com/products/white-ash-travel-chair-slate-grey) Priced at a $166 rate, this folding chair from Kaufmann Mercantile is a great cottage accessory for summer. The handcrafted piece is made from white ash wood and features stainless steel hardware. Its durable seat is crafted from [waxed canvas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vintageinspired-beach-chair) and is collapsible for easy storage. Made in the United States, this canvas chair is available in slate and navy styles and is rustic in its overall aesthetic. The quality seat is not only functional for backyards, cottages or [camping trips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nemo-stargaze-evox) but is also elegant in its look. The folding chair makes for easy storage while its tilted form ensures maximum comfort levels for its users whether they are lounging by the lake or on their porch. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.2/10 - Popularity: 88% | Activity: 60% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Handcrafted Furniture:** The trend of handcrafted furniture presents opportunities for artisans and small manufacturers to create unique and personalized pieces. - **Functional Design:** The trend of functional design allows for innovative solutions that seamlessly combine practicality and aesthetics. - **Sustainable Materials:** The trend of using sustainable materials opens up avenues for environmentally-friendly product options and manufacturing processes. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Home Decor:** The home decor industry can tap into the trend of handcrafted furniture to offer customers artisanal pieces that enhance their living spaces. - **Outdoor Furniture:** The outdoor furniture industry can leverage the trend of functional design to create versatile and space-saving options that cater to customers' outdoor relaxation needs. - **Fashion and Accessories:** The fashion and accessories industry can embrace the trend of using sustainable materials to produce eco-friendly and stylish products that appeal to environmentally-conscious consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Durable One-Piece Camping Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-camping-chair.md) - [Collapsible Campsite Dining Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/helinox-caf-chair-and-caf-table.md) - [Ultra-Minimalist Folding Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/notch-folding-chair.md) - [Tactical Campsite Seating Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/filson-x-helinox-savanna-chair.md) - [Versatile Beach Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/versatile-beach-chair.md) - [Understated Dynamic High Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/click-and-fold.md) - [Dual-Purpose Camping Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chair-a.md) - [Tactical Camp Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bott-x-helinox.md) - [Practical Folding Chair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/patan-chair.md)