Getting the right size when you choose an electric lift recliner is one of the most important aspects of purchasing one. Your height and weight are important, as are things like how comfortably your hips fit into the chair. Measuring is an important part of choosing the right size.
If you have a favorite chair to measure: If you have a recliner you sit in all the time now that you find comfortable, measure the width of the seat, the back height from the top of the back to the seat, and the distance from the floor to the seat. Our lift chair specialist can take those measurements and recommend chairs that are perfect for you, if you'll call 1 (800) 346-1699.
If you don't have a recliner to measure: If you don't currently have a recliner you can easily measure, then sit on a firm surface like a love seat or couch and put a cardboard box like a cereal box or shoe box on each side of your hips. Slide them in until they barely brush your hips. This is a good way to judge the best chair width. Have a dog or cat that likes to sit next to you? Don't forget to adjust one box out to account for the pet. Move the boxes, pretending they'll be the sides of your chair, until you feel comfortable. After you rise, measure the distance between them. Get help if necessary to measure the distance from the back of the seat to your knee, for the proper depth. As your measure for this, your legs should hang over the end of the seat, with your calves touching the seat. The distance from the top of the chair to the seat cushion is what determines where your head will rest - this is usually about 2 inches below the back of the seat. Finally, the distance from the top of the seat cushion to the floor is important, so your legs don't dangle and your feet can rest comfortably on the floor when you're in your lift recliner chair. You need your feet on the floor when the chair starts lifting so you can stand safely. Call our specialists at 1 (800) 346-1699 if you need more helping figuring the proper measurements.
Extra-tall comfort: People who are about 6 ft tall can get models that have the option of lift extensions for the foot rest. Our specialists can point you toward those models. Call 1 (800) 346-1699 to find out more about this feature.
Weight Limits and Capacities: It's important to pay attention to the weight limits some chairs have. Anyone who is above an average weight needs a lift chair seat that's reinforced to last and not wear quickly. Choose a lift chair that has a weight capacity that's above your weight but as close to it as possible. There are 500 to 600 pound models available, and a special bariatric model designed for those up to 700 pounds.
Summary of measurements:
- From top of chair seat cushion to floor
- From seat back to front, for depth
- From one side of the seat to the other, for width
- From top of the chair back to the seat cushion
For your convenience, our website lets you view lift chair offerings by size.
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