Understanding Fit & Sizing for Power Recliner Lift Chairs

Sizing

Recliner chairs are not “one size fits all”. Quite the opposite! We have many different sizes of chairs.

Seat Height – The most important measurement is foot to seat height. Your feet must be on the floor in a natural sitting position.

Seat Depth & Width – Power recliner lift chairs are built so that the seat depth and width are proportionate to the seat height. However, there are also models with extra wide seats for alternate comfort positions (ultimate for some!)

Seat Back – Not all bodies are built the same! Some people have short legs and a long torso. Some have long legs, short torso and many fit the ‘just average’. Therefore the seat back height is equally important for finding the right fit for comfort and posture.

There are a few measurements that will help you find the right size chair and they are:

• 1 – Calf measurement (from the back of the knee to the floor with your heels planted on the ground)
• 2 – Hamstring measurement (from behind your knee to the top of your hip when standing)
• 3 – Torso measurement (from the base of your tailbone to the top of your neck)
• BONUS–Shoulder width (measure across from the outer side of your tricep to the outside of the other tricep) which helps determine a suitable width chair should you require a wide seat.

These few basic measurements will help guide you in finding the correct fitting chair for your body. With these in hand, you can review the chair measurements to get started and make sure it will fit your body properly.

Now you can explore power recliners that fit you! The most important measurement to start with is the floor to seat height. If your calf measurement is between 10-13″, begin by selecting the short chairs button to see some chairs that my fit your needs.