Recliners for Small Spaces
Contemporary recliners are re-defining the way people perceive small spaces. Gone are the days where limited square footage means limited style and comfort. Now, thanks to the plethora of new sleek and slender designs, there's a recliner to match every decor and fit every floor plan, providing maximum comfort and taking up minimal space. Because everyone deserves to kick up their feet after a long day and enjoy a bit of luxury. So, what are you waiting for? Take your pick of small recliner chairs and bring on the snooze fest!
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Sleek Leather Wingback Recliner for Small Spaces
A modern take on the classic wingback chair, this recliner boasts a slimmer silhouette than its traditional bulky counterpart. With no levers or buttons, one would never suspect this sleek chair is a recliner. Founded on a solid hardwood frame and upholstered in genuine top-grain leather with foam seat padding and plush bustle-back cushioning, this chair offers uncompromising quality and durability. And, with its ergonomic design, you can bet this push back recliner has got your back for the long run.
What we like:
● Easy to assemble
● Position lock
● Feels and looks very high quality
● Available in more than 10 colors
What we don’t like:
● Some colors are different to manufacturer photo
● No fixed positions
$719.99
$1899
Small Glider Recliner Chair
Go big on comfort and small on space occupation with this modern glider recliner. Featuring a unique bucket-like silhouette with curved arms, it fits snugly into any corner. Plus, it has a gliding function with a swivel base that turns 360°, so you can easily spin between the snack table and the TV without moving a limb. Then, when you’re ready to nod off, simply push a button to effortlessly transition from seated to lying position. The soft polyester upholstery is padded with foam and has sinuous springs to provide maximum comfort and support.
What we like:
● Infinite positions
● Removable cushions
● Side-to-side and rocking motion
● USB port
What we don’t like:
● Issues with the USB port
Loveseat Recliner for Small Spaces
Bigger than a chair but smaller than a sofa, this modern loveseat recliner is the ultimate space-saving solution for a small studio apartment. Its clean-cut design and slim armrests give it a small and compact feel. The club chair’s wooden frame is built for two and will swiftly become you and your loved one’s favorite snuggle spot. Kick up your feet with a simple tug of the leaver, and settle in for a movie marathon.
What we like:
● Easy to assemble
● Soft, durable microfiber upholstery
● Easy reclining mechanism
● Comfortable panel tufting and foam padding
What we don’t like:
● Armrests aren’t very padded
● Difficult to close the chair from recline position
Slim Infinite Position Power Lift Recliner Chair
Infinite position power lift recliners have a reputation for being big, bulky and somewhat unsightly. However, here we present you an exception to the rule! This recliner chair has a slim frame and neat, contemporary design, perfect for small, modern interiors. Ideal for the elderly or anyone with mobility restrictions, its easy-to-use wired controller allows you to easily transition between reclining, sitting and standing, and any position in-between! Plus, the stylishly tufted cushions are filled with high-density foam, polyester fiber and sinuous springs for sturdy yet comfortable support, in all the right places.
What we like:
● Stain resistant polyester blend upholstery
● Easy to assemble
● Easy to get in and out of
What we don’t like:
● The remote is hard to reach from the side pocket
$559.99
Contemporary Compact Recliner Chair
Stripping the classic recliner chair design back to basics, this simplified, compact recliner chair has an ultra-sleek and modern look. Forget big, bulky armrests, the chair has an ‘armless’ streamlined design that is guaranteed to fit into even the smallest of spaces. What’s more, the backrest can be folded completely, making it easy to store away when not in use. The high backrest has a four-stage adjustment mechanism that provides excellent support, and the 360-degree rotation allows you to swivel around with ease.
What we like:
● Sturdy steel structure ensures a long lifespan
● Lightweight
● No assembly required
What we don’t like:
● It is low-level so may not be the best option if you find it hard to get up off a chair
Accent Recliner Chair for Small Spaces
Accent recliner chair? Yes, you read that right, this recliner chair stands out for all the right reasons! Dressed in a jewel-tone velvet with angular stainless steel legs, this plush push-back chair is sure to add a pop of modern pizzazz to your glamorous style decor. Its slim, clean-cut design, as well as the open space left under the seat, create a feeling of spaciousness, making it an ideal weightless accent in a smaller room. Simply push back and relax in luxury fit for a queen!
What we like:
● Easy to assemble
● Comfortable foam padding
● Available in 3 colorways
What we don’t like:
● Soft fabric can be a little slippery
Slender Power Wall Hugger Recliner Chair
Recharge both you and your electronic devices’ batteries in this slender power recliner chair. Equipped with a handy USB port and recline buttons, you can put your feet up at the simple touch of a button. And, it only requires four inches of clearance to fully recline, making it perfect for small spaces. Featuring clean lines and tailored upholstery with plush foam padding and sinuous springs, this wall hugger provides all the support and comfort you need for your modern style living room.
What we like:
● Easy to assemble
● Lightweight
● Beautiful turquoise polyester upholstery
● Infinite reclining positions providing versatile support
What we don’t like:
● Armrests aren’t very padded
● Fabric snags easily
Slim Recliner for Small Spaces
Showcasing modern style by day and moonlighting as a recliner by night, this push-back recliner does an excellent job at disguising it’s reclining function. Inspired by the classic club chair, it features a slim, contoured build and coil spring and foam cushioning, making it a comfortable fit for a small contemporary space. Recline up to 160 degrees by simply pushing back and you’ll be in no rush to get back up!
What we like:
● Available in 4 colorways
● Easy to assemble
● Durable polyester upholstery
What we don’t like:
● Not easy to recline
● The short backrest means taller adults may not be able to support their head
$259.99
$309.99
Multi Use Small Space Power Recliner
Just because you’re short on square footage, that doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice on comfort. Although this recliner may take up more floor space than others, its clever design allows you to cut back elsewhere. The bulky armrests eliminate the need for a side table with their built-in cup holders, hidden storage space, and a convenient rotatable tray table fit for a plate, laptop or tablet, that can also be stored in the armrest when not in use. As well as power recline buttons, the chair also features USB ports and a power outlet inside the right arm storage, for added convenience. So, go grab some popcorn and a drink and re-create the cinema experience in the comfort of your home, and ten-times better!
What we like:
● Smooth and quiet motor
● Requires only 4-inches clearance
● Excellent quality leather upholstery and additional features
● Available in 4 colorways
What we don’t like:
● There’s nothing we don’t like about this recliner!
$619.99
$669.99
Small Mid Century Modern Leather Recliner
Instantly upgrade your study or living room with this mid-century modern leather recliner. A streamlined silhouette replaces the ponderous monstrosity that is the La-Z-Boy, taking up half the space. The sleek form is punctuated with button tufting and welting detail, adding character to the piece. Crafted with a wooden frame, the chair features drop-in coil seating and foam-filled faux leather upholstery for an inviting place to relax that's also easy to care for. Although this small space recliner doesn’t come with built-in cup holders for a refreshing beverage, it leaves space for a stylish end table instead.
What we like:
● Leather-gel technology gives the look and feel of top-grain leather
● Manual push-back
● Easy to assemble
● Available in 3 colorways
What we don’t like:
● The short backrest means taller adults may not be able to support their head
Our advice Buying Guide
When choosing furniture, always remember that comfort is king. Tiny homeowners and apartment dwellers think that they must sacrifice comfort as they have minimal square footage for their furniture pieces. This is far from the truth; there are now small space recliners that make it possible for us to enjoy and relax without any restrictions!
Before you start your search for the best small space recliners, here are a few things that you have to consider:
How to measure for a small space recliner?
Even when you are going to purchase a small space recliner, you still need to map out the spot where you'll set up the product using a painter's tape on your flooring. This way, you can easily tell if a unit is of the proper scale and size or not. Regardless of where you purchase your small space recliner, may it be in a showroom or an online store, you'll regret your purchase if it doesn’t fit the spot you intend for it to stay.
When laying down the painter's tape, envision the layout as you'd want enough space for people to move around the furniture comfortably and freely. Remember that a small space recliner can often look disproportionate and feel puny if it's in the wrong place.
What style recliner should you choose?
Small space recliners come in different styles, but they are mostly made to have an elegant and classic shape. We would suggest you purchase the one that has clean lines. The cleaner your recliner's lines are, the more stylish it is. Of course, you wouldn't want your small space recliner to look dated even from the day it's delivered to your home.
How to make sure a recliner is a good quality?
Educate yourself on the construction of the product you're thinking of purchasing. Is the frame made of hard-wearing materials? Are the armrests durable and resilient? Small space recliners are intended to be used daily, so they must be made of durable materials. They must be able to withstand the jumping up and down of pets and toddlers, stolen naps, TV viewing, and any other daily activity.
Because you would want your recliner to last several years, material is everything! Your most common choices would be overstuffed fabric and thick padded leather recliners. Feel the material to see whether you would find it comfortable to sit on. For an online purchase, we would suggest you check customer reviews.
How much is a small space recliner?
Small space recliner prices vary. You will be able to purchase cheap, mass-produced units from discount websites. You can also go for the fancy-schmancy units which we prefer as they usually last longer. If what you want is a small space recliner that's never been produced before, you can order a customized piece for $2,000-$5,000. The ideal option is one that's both affordable and hardwearing.
Buying Tip: Purchase small space recliners online so you can bypass the unnecessary fees of middlemen. The selections available online consist of well-crafted small space recliners at affordable prices.
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Christopher Knight Home Darvis Grey Recliner Club Chair
This grey armchair brings the classic style to the living room. Its neutral colors match any type of decor and a solid frame adds strength and stability to the whole construction of this adjustable piece of furniture.
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Chic classic reclining armchair with a wooden frame and warm brown turned front legs. It has gently convex arms with rolled-out fronts and cushioned both a seat and a tall wingback. Upholstery is of real leather in brown tones with nailhead trims.
Christopher Knight Home Leather Recliner Club Chair
This recliner chair is a perfect solution for people who are looking for high level of comfort after a difficult day at school or work. A solid frame, foot extensions and reclining back are the most important elements of this piece of furniture.
Wildon Home %c2%ae Ashewick Swivel Glider Recliner
This is a recliner chair that has also got a swivel mechanism. It features a soft and comfortable seat cushion. Its soft backrest and arms are elements that assure additional comfort and support for any user.
Baxton Studio Aberfeld Modern Arm Recliner
Enhance comfort of your home with this impressive arm recliner in black finish. The recliner offers a metal frame, foam padding, faux leather upholstery, flared arms, and 250 lbs of weight capacity. Especially suitable for smaller interiors.
Rodgers Leather Recliner Club Chair
This recliner chair is a high quality piece of furniture that has god solid legs that provide stability and support. Its seat includes a very soft cushion and a durable backrest. The chair also includes solid, supportive arms.
Wildon Home %c2%ae Vanceboro Faux Leather Recliner And Ottoman
A space-saving recliner chair created for use in small rooms. This product represents contemporary stylization so it looks very attractive in any type of decor. Its mechanism is reliable and the product is available with an ottoman.
Bradford Chair Recliner
It is a swivel glider recliner that is a comfortable addition to your living room and family room area. You will be impressed hoe beautiful and comfortable this recliner is. It is a nicely finished and high quality product.
Bessemer Rocker Recliner
Rocker recliner featuring classic rolled arms, beautiful nailhead trimming, polyester blend upholstery, high quality foam, which provides comfortable seating experience, and reclining mechanism made of galvanized steel.
Ultramotion Minho Upholstered Glider Recliner
Contemporary design reclaining armchair with complete swivel motion and built-in, pull-out footrest and adjustable backrest for maximum relaxation. Durable manufactured wood frame upholstered with cotton and polyester blend.
Had a lot of compliments on the Pinto chair. It's a convertible space-saver piece of furniture for drawing room or bedroom. It features the classic look, small size, gray Sazza fabric and steel legs. It provides the high quality of comfort.
This classic armchair in spite of its simplicity looks very good. It has minimalistic shape and it is covered with bright canvas. Unfortunately, it isn't big, so it is dedicated only for slim person or child.
A stunning recliner that is simply perfect for small spaces - this piece will surely let you fit it ideally in your living room or entryway and provide you with the much wanted extra space for you or your guests to sit, while the dark brown finish of the legs contrasts with the black leather upholstery.
Nothing better than a good recliner – this here combines ergonomy with fashion and style. Made from leather, so you can be sure it will serve you for a lifetime. It doesn’t take up much space at all, too!
With this stylish nursery seat, you'll be able not only to use a comfortable chair while taking care of your little one, but also have a beautiful piece to enhance your modern home. The chair reclines easily, offering a comfy spot for your legs while keeping your back fully relaxed.
As if inviting to take a brief nap, this comfy brown leather recliner definitely contributes to a homey atmosphere of a front room. Characterized by small profile and just the right amount of stuffing, it maintains the compact line with no cost to comfort.
This lazy lounger small recliner is the perfect option for your interior for when you simply can't live without that little boost of comfort. It will ensure utmost durabilty and thanks to the soft upholstery it is even more relaxing.
Traditional recliner for watching TV, reading books and more. Frame is made of wood and metal. It is upholstered with leather and reinforced with solid stitching. Ideal as additional seating or place for relaxation.
If you don't have much free space indoors, you can still enjoy the assets of having a reclining armchair - it just needs to be small in size, like this compact one. Still it provides high level of comfort. Padded sand beige.
A living room element with both functional and decorative roles. Its seat cushion provides softness and comfort. Solid frame of this recliner chair assures stability. A comfortable cushioned backrest is another advantage of this chair.
A functional and original solution for users who prefer modern technologies. This wall bed featues a folding design and it saves a lot of space while folded. Its sitting and sleeping space is soft and finished in orange color.
Compact recliner chair with good support of the most comfortable postures. Its cushioned and soft sitting space is covered with fabric finished in neutral black color. This recliner includes wheels for easy movement.
Classic arm chair mounted on wooden frame. It is upholstered with soft fabric. Carefully profiled back is finished with solid seams. Elegant design for living room, bedroom and more.
Not every recliner chair is very massive and takes up a lot of space. This compact recliner is packed with style and comfort in a beautiful brown leather upholstery, which makes it subtle but elegant. Smaller gauges will save space - without losing comfort.
Space-saving, but very comfortable recliner chair with comfortable and soft sitting area finished in neutral white color. It comes in pair with an ottoman that serves as a footrest. Both elements are equipped with stable round wooden bases.
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A comfortable recliner that works as a charm, while radiating with impeccable elegance. Upholstered in a genuine leather, the chair comes with an oversized back, a soft seat, espresso-finished wood tapered legs, stylish button-tufting and nail head trim.
An aesthetic comfortable traditional recliner for women. It has a wooden frame and a lever-operated mechanism. It has low full panel rolled out arms, a thick seat, a quite tall contoured back with tufting. Upholstery is of nice plain beige fabric.
Small but very cozy and stylish recliner to the bedroom is an excellent choice for any interior. The beautiful upholstery of soft pods on a solid base looks phenomenal. The warm shade of brown brings coziness to the decor.
This simple and elegant recliner would be the perfect solution for every stylish living room, no matter if you prefer modernity or tradition. Check it out and fall in love with its amazing design and comfort!
Traditional recliner as additional seating or place for relaxation in any interior as needed. Frame is made of wood and metal. It is upholstered with nice touch fabric and finished with solid stitching.
This product provides a good style and relaxation. It is a recliner chair with a reclining back rest and foot extension. Thanks to these features it allows for regulation according to the specific requirements of users.
This small recliner sports the stylish glider and push-button design and is the best choice for your household for when you need both plenty of comfort and elegance. It offers the hardwood fraem and metal swivel base.
I heard many times that my recliner club chair is the most comfy ever. And I think that this is true! It assures the stability, comfort, relaxation and extra support.
Create a comfortable relax area with this elegant recliner arm chair, upholstered with durable, black leather. It has adjustable backrest and folding footrest. Durable wooden frame makes it solid and long lasting.
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High-quality electric small space recliner chair and TV - designed to help you relax after a hard day. The soft filling will guarantee optimal comfort - a subtle quilting characteristic of such a leather recliner with a brown dark upholstery.
Double Arm Recliner in Black provides unique flat panel A/V system for adjusting the chair to your interior décor. Plus, stainless steel cup holders for handy drinks placing, and CMS Cable Management System to hide interconnect cables.
Thanks to its smoothly-operating reclining mechanism, this comfortable recliner works as a charm. Overstuffed, and upholstered in sage microfiber, the chair also includes generously padded arms, an easy to reach external handle, and stylish tufting.
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With the fun upholstery with circles and hoops this recliner will not only provide comfort but also true style, looking like a really well-thought piece and adding more than enough charm to your household.
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Keep up with the current lifestyle trends and bedeck your patio with this all-weather dark gray wicker set. Round table and two foldable chairs encourage conversation over a meal outdoors when the weather is fine.
Stylish small leather recliner, made of leather, in a warm brown tint. Foamed backrest and exceptionally large seat - will provide the most demanding comfort.It offers interesting armrests, which took the form as if someone bit them, on one side.
I'd put one of the reclining parts out more...but I love this!
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Best Recliners for Small Spaces - Costculator
Best Recliners for Small Spaces - Costculator
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OUR ADVICE Questions & Answers
Depending on what is the most important aspect for you – be it comfort, style or function, different recliners will be appropriate. Standard three way or two position recliner is great for comfort, high leg recliner emphasizes style, while lift recliners feature excellent functionality.
How to perform proper measurements before buying a recliner?
Measure both your free space and the recliner itself. Recliner should be measured while fully reclined. It is a common consensus that you need between 1 foot to 3 foot of space from the wall to accommodate the recliner.
How to make sure my body size fits the recliner?
It is best to check the recliner pre-purchase. Sitting in a recliner will give you an idea about the level of comfort. When in sitting position, your feet should be able to touch the floor, and your head should comfortably fit the headrest.
What to look for when considering the construction of a recliner?
Heavy screws make for a durable, stable construction. Pay attention to the amount of noise the motors emit - if the recliner works silently, it indicates the mechanism is good. The levers and handles should operate gently and shouldn’t need much force.
How to choose the style of my recliner?
Think about what you’re trying to achieve. Will you place the recliner in a formal area or a more casual room? When buying the recliner, keep in mind the style of the room, to avoid creating chaos. If you can’t decide, then go for something classic – neutral tones will fit any design.
Are there any special features I should pay attention to in recliners?
Certainly! Recliners come with plenty amazing features. They can come with massage functions, rocker or glider bases, swivel bases and more. They can also be automated, so instead of levers and handles, you will be able to recline your recliner by pushing a button!
How to choose the correct fabric?
First, think about your needs. If you have kids or pets, you will want to look into durable, heavy-duty fabrics. It could be leather, vinyl or even cotton. Recliners can be purchased in natural fabrics, like linen, wool and silk, or synthetic fabrics, such as acrylic, nylon or polyester. It’s best to do some research pre-purchase on each fabric.
Rocker recliner or a wall-hugger?
Wall-huggers take up less space, and as such are a great choice for smaller rooms. Most recliners these days have the option to be used both as a wall-hugger and a rocker. The difference is that in a wall-hugger, you generally sit up straight, while in a rocket you can make yourself a bit more comfortable.
What is a lift chair?
Lift chairs are recliners with the motorized mechanism, which pushes the chair up from the base. This makes them easier to get up from for people with bad knees or other health conditions. At the same time, they are usually much more expensive than their standard counterparts.
Is a massage recliner worth it?
Nothing like a massaging recliner after a tiresome day, let us tell you that. While they tend to be a bit more expensive than wall-huggers or rockers they are certainly worth the expense. Some of them are able to massage your legs as well, and can even come with the heating option!