A recliner is usually the seat somebody in the house claims as theirs. It gets used every night, so it's worth a few extra minutes to get the right one. Here's how we help people pick a recliner on our showroom floor.
Measure the spot before you shop
A recliner takes up more room when it's open than when it's closed. When you measure, check three things:
- Width. Make sure it fits between the sofa, an end table, or the wall.
- Space in front. The footrest swings out, so leave room for it and for people walking by.
- Space behind. A standard recliner leans back and needs a gap from the wall. A wall-hugger style is built to sit closer to the wall, which helps in a small living room or apartment.
Also measure your front door and any tight hallway or stairway turns. Bring your numbers, or a photo of the spot, when you come in.
Sit in it the way you'll really use it
Don't just sit on the edge for a few seconds. Sit all the way back and recline it a few times. Check that:
- Your feet reach the floor when the chair is upright.
- Your head lands on the headrest when you're reclined, not above or below it.
- The footrest supports your calves and your heels don't hang off the end.
- The armrests are at a comfortable height for your arms.
- You can get up out of it without a struggle.
If two people in your house will use it, have both of them try it.
Manual or power?
A manual recliner opens with a handle, a lever, or a push on the back. It doesn't need an outlet, so you can put it anywhere. A power recliner moves with a button. That helps anyone who has a hard time pushing back or getting up, but the chair needs to be near an outlet, so plan where the cord will go.
Think about who's using it
A recliner in a busy family room with kids and pets needs a fabric that's easy to wipe down. One in a quiet bedroom corner can be softer and plusher. Our sofa buying guide covers fabric choices, and the same ideas apply to recliners.
Recliner or a sectional with a recliner seat?
If you're also replacing the couch, look at the whole room. Sometimes one sectional or sofa does the job better than a sofa plus a separate chair, and sometimes a separate recliner fits better. Our sectional guide can help you decide. You can see what we have on the furniture page.
Price and getting it home
Recliner prices depend on the piece, and what's on the floor changes as things sell, so call or text (916) 585-3613 for a current price. For reference, our sofas start at $400 and sectionals start at $500. Right now we also have a limited-time promotion: $20 down, pay it off in 90 days, no credit needed, and take it home today. See payment plans for details.
You can pick it up curbside or get it delivered. We deliver around Elk Grove and to Sacramento, Rancho Cordova, Folsom, Galt, Laguna, and Natomas. See delivery for more.
Come try one
We're at 9055 Locust St Suite C10 in Elk Grove. Hours are weekdays 10 AM to 6 PM, Saturday 10 AM to 5 PM, and Sunday 1 PM to 5 PM. My name is Brian, and Vik often helps out at the store. Call or text before you come so we can tell you what recliners are on the floor today.
Common questions
How much room does a recliner need behind it?
It depends on the chair. A standard recliner needs some space between its back and the wall so it can lean back. A wall-hugger style is built to sit closer to the wall. Measure your spot, and we can help you check the space a chair needs before you take it home.
Is a power recliner better than a manual one?
Neither is better for everyone. A manual recliner uses a handle or a push on the back and needs no outlet. A power recliner moves with a button, which helps people who have trouble pushing back or getting up, but it needs to sit near an outlet.
How should a recliner fit me?
Sit all the way back. Your feet should reach the floor when it is upright, your head should rest on the headrest when it is reclined, and the footrest should support your calves without your heels hanging off.
Do you sell recliners at your Elk Grove store?
Yes. Our furniture floor is mostly sectionals, sofas, loveseats, and recliners. What's on the floor changes as pieces sell, so call or text (916) 585-3613 to ask what we have.
How much is a recliner?
Recliner prices depend on the piece, so call (916) 585-3613 or stop by 9055 Locust St Suite C10 for a price. Sofas start at $400 and sectionals start at $500.
Can you deliver a recliner?
Yes. You can pick up curbside at the store or get in-home delivery. We deliver in Elk Grove and to Sacramento, Rancho Cordova, Folsom, Galt, Laguna, and Natomas.
