
Tao
Model #HC-111
Powder-Coat Finishes
Wood-Grain Finishes
Lacquered Finishes
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Final availability, specifications, lead times, and pricing are confirmed at the time of signed sales order.
Instantly recognizable for its optional diamond-shaped upholstery, the Tao calls attention to itself for its uniqueness. With its straight lines, rectangular back, flared back legs and full-length handhold, the Tao is a stylish choice. The Tao comes with a crumb hole, lightweight frame and ability to stack 10 high.
- Frame Construction: Lightweight 16 Gauge Aluminum Alloy Frames
- Indoor/Outdoor: Indoor
- Stacking Capacity: 10 High
- Weight Capacity: 500 Lbs.
- Flex-Back Eligible: Yes
- Wood-Grain Eligible: Yes
- Powder-Coat Eligible: Yes
- Certifications: CAL TB 117, CAL TB 133
- Lightweight 16 Gauge Aluminum Alloy Frames
- An Extensive Selection of Graded-in Fabrics, Vinyls or C.O.M.
- Curved Seat
- Seat Style: Boxed
- Silhouette Style Back – No Exposed Fasteners
- High Density Molded Foam Cushions
- Double Umbrella Metal, Or Nylon Clear Booted Glides
- Completely welded aluminum alloy square tubing
- No exposed fasteners
- Metal self leveling booted swivel glides
- Optional Full Back or Half-Handhold
- Meets CAL TB 117 Fire Rating
- CAL TB 133 Fire Rating
- CAL TB 133 available
SHEV offers an industry-first 12-year frame warranty on qualifying products. With over seven decades of craftsmanship since 1952, our furniture is built specifically for the hospitality market, engineered to provide years of care-free performance.
All-welded construction means no screws or hinges to get loose over time. High-density molded foam cushions and commercial-grade materials ensure lasting comfort and durability.
Instantly recognizable for its optional diamond-shaped upholstery, the Tao calls attention to itself for its uniqueness. With its straight lines, rectangular back, flared back legs and full-length handhold, the Tao is a stylish choice. The Tao comes with a crumb hole, lightweight frame and ability to stack 10 high.
- Frame Construction: Lightweight 16 Gauge Aluminum Alloy Frames
- Indoor/Outdoor: Indoor
- Stacking Capacity: 10 High
- Weight Capacity: 500 Lbs.
- Flex-Back Eligible: Yes
- Wood-Grain Eligible: Yes
- Powder-Coat Eligible: Yes
- Certifications: CAL TB 117, CAL TB 133
- Lightweight 16 Gauge Aluminum Alloy Frames
- An Extensive Selection of Graded-in Fabrics, Vinyls or C.O.M.
- Curved Seat
- Seat Style: Boxed
- Silhouette Style Back – No Exposed Fasteners
- High Density Molded Foam Cushions
- Double Umbrella Metal, Or Nylon Clear Booted Glides
- Completely welded aluminum alloy square tubing
- No exposed fasteners
- Metal self leveling booted swivel glides
- Optional Full Back or Half-Handhold
- Meets CAL TB 117 Fire Rating
- CAL TB 133 Fire Rating
- CAL TB 133 available
SHEV offers an industry-first 12-year frame warranty on qualifying products. With over seven decades of craftsmanship since 1952, our furniture is built specifically for the hospitality market, engineered to provide years of care-free performance.
All-welded construction means no screws or hinges to get loose over time. High-density molded foam cushions and commercial-grade materials ensure lasting comfort and durability.
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