Scab chair Si-si Wood

The Si-Si Wood chair by Scab, designed by renowned designers Meneghello Paolelli, represents a masterpiece of eclecticism, chameleon-like versatility, and smart engineering. Designed to seamlessly interpret the delicate balance between indoor and outdoor spaces, this chair's strength lies not in its mere aesthetic impact, but in a revolutionary structural intuition: a single geometric shell, attached to a slender and sturdy steel frame, can serve as both a backrest and a seat. This homage to the duality and symmetry of the elements gives rise to the iconic name Si-Si. In the refined and exclusive WOOD version, the industrial minimalism of the metal frame meets the organic and timeless warmth of FSC-certified Sapelli Mahogany. Designed to withstand outdoor use, this chair combines the aesthetic excellence of signature design with the structural robustness required for high-end contract use, while ensuring complete disassembly for a 100% green and sustainable soul.

Technical Specifications and Dimensional Variants

1. Si-Si Wood Chair (Standard Version without Armrests)

• Length (Width of front of chair): 50 cm
• Total depth of support: 55 cm
• Overall backrest height: 80 cm
• Ergonomic seat height: 45 cm (calibrated for standard dining tables)
• Net weight of the frame: 16 kg (indicating a solid steel frame with extremely high stability)
• Space optimization: Fully stackable architecture

2. Si-Si Wood Chair with Armrests

• Length (Width including integrated armrests): 62 cm
• Total depth: 55 cm
• Overall backrest height: 80 cm
• Ergonomic seat height: 45 cm
• Net weight of the structure: 18.5 kg
• Space optimization: Fully vertically stackable architecture

Material Value, Sustainability, and Evolution

The Si-Si Wood chair celebrates the union between technological rigor and sustainable cabinetmaking:

• FSC Certified Sapelli Mahogany Wood: The seat and backrest are made of Sapelli Mahogany, a noble tropical wood renowned for its density. structural integrity and its natural resistance to humidity and pests. FSC certification guarantees that the wood comes exclusively from responsibly and transparently managed forests.
• 100% Disassembleable Eco-Design: In line with the most modern circular economy criteria, the Si-Si chair can be completely disassembled into its individual components at the end of its useful life. This allows the steel frame to be clearly separated from the mahogany slats, ensuring a proper, differentiated, and zero-impact recycling process.

Material Details and Maintenance Guidelines

1. Slim Frame in Outdoor-Treated Steel

The load-bearing frame, with a minimal and continuous profile, is made of high-strength steel protected by special industrial powder coatings that insulate the metal from atmospheric agents.
Use and Maintenance: Clean the metal frame with a soft cloth dampened with warm water and neutral soap. Avoid abrasive sponges, scouring pads, or acidic detergents, which could damage the protective layer of the paint.

2. Sapelli Mahogany Slats

Sapelli Mahogany is a living, heat-reflecting wood that is exceptionally stable when exposed outdoors. Like all fine woods, if continuously exposed to sunlight and rain, it can undergo a natural color change, shifting toward duller, silverier hues.
Use and Maintenance: To remove dust or environmental residue, wash the wooden slats with a damp cloth and mild soap, following the grain. To preserve the intense original color of the mahogany and protect it from UV rays, we recommend applying a coat of protective oil specifically designed for exotic outdoor woods once a year. During the winter season, it is recommended not to leave the chair in constant torrential rain. Store it indoors or protect it with a breathable cover.

Advantages and Signature Design

• The Intuition of the Geometric Duplicate: Meneghello Paolelli created an ingenious project based on industrial simplification. The upper shell of the backrest and the lower shell of the seat are geometrically identical. This not only optimizes production but also gives the chair a rigorous, mirrored formal balance, unique in contemporary design.
• Hybrid Indoor / Outdoor Use: Thanks to the material contrast between the warmth of theSapelli mahogany and the sleekness of its steel frame, the Si-Si Wood chair breaks down the boundaries of furniture. It's magnificent for complementing industrial or Scandinavian-inspired dining rooms, and equally effective when placed on covered patios, terraces, and conservatories.
• Sturdiness and Contract Certification: With a significant structural weight (16 kg for the standard chair and 18.5 kg for the version with armrests) and reinforced mechanical joints, Si-Si Wood offers exceptional static stability and anti-tip protection. It is designed to withstand the intensive wear and tear typical of restaurants, high-end hotels, and bistros.
• Fully Stackable Engineering: Despite the complexity of the wood and the sturdiness of the frame, both the standard version and the variant with armrests are structured to allow for fluid and compact vertical stacking, optimizing storage space at the end of the day.

FAQ

What exactly does it mean that the product is 100% disassembleable?
This means that the chair has no permanently glued or welded parts between different materials. The Sapelli Mahogany shells are anchored to the steel frame exclusively with removable mechanical screws. This allows, in the event of disposal or renovation of the premises, the components to be separated extremely easily, sending the steel and wood to two perfectly clean and eco-friendly recycling streams.

Is the mahogany wood of the frames at risk of splintering or rotting if exposed to evening humidity?
No. Sapelli mahogany is a very high-density tropical hardwood, historically used in shipbuilding for its exceptional water-repellent and stable properties. It does not absorb evening humidity and resists the effects of atmospheric agents without warping, ensuring surfaces that are always smooth, safe, and free from splinters.

Is the version with armrests as easy to stack as the standard chair version?
Yes. The ergonomic and structural study by designers Meneghello Paolelli included an armrest design that widens by a millimeter compared to the rear uprights of the frame. This geometric design allows the chairs to fit together vertically in a fluid, stable, and secure manner, while maintaining the same exceptional space-saving functionality as the standard chair.