MOTION ISN'T JUST FOR RECLINERS
It's Also For Sofas, Sectionals, Chaises, And Loveseats!
Let’s face it: We’re a society in motion. That applies to our home furnishings just as much as it applies to our love of cars, trains, planes, and other vehicles that whisk us through our day.
Think hammocks. Rocking chairs. Gliders. And especially, recliners.
Historically, the desire for a recliner has been a “guy thing,” as men looked for a way to get more comfy for the Monday night football game. But times have changed. Recliners have moved out of the den and into the living room , thanks to handsome new styles, streamlined mechanisms, and more elegant proportions.
When recliners reached the living room, an interesting thing happened. The concept of reclining (which really DID bring about a quantum leap in comfort) started to catch on with sofas, sectionals, loveseats, and chaise lounges. And the category of “motion furniture” has been growing rapidly ever since.
Not Your Grandfather’s Recliner.
Clearly, the old, stereotyped recliner has undergone a dramatic transformation that appeals to the generation of baby-boomers who crave comfort … but refuse to settle for frumpy furniture. After a top-to-bottom style makeover, reclining furniture today has all the beauty, elegance, and variety that stationary furnishings offer. Want a classic wingback chair that reclines? No problem. A refined, high-leg side chair that lets you stretch out? Piece of cake. How about a contemporary sofa that lets TWO people recline, with a built-in table in the middle? You’re covered.
Modern Motion Mechanisms.
In days gone by, you needed a lot of upper arm strength to pull the lever on a recliner. Handle recliners are much easier to operate today, whether on a chair or a sofa. But on most current models, all you need to do is put your hands on the armrests and easily lean back. Or better yet, you can just push a button and a motor lets you electrically recline to the exact position you want.
Thanks to advances in mechanisms (and in some cases, motors), reclining has never been simpler. And there has never been a better selection of functional features and conveniences to choose from.
"Pop-up" reclining furnishings offer a headrest that slides up as you recline. This feature provides support when you want it but hides the headrest when you don't.
“Chaise” style reclining furniture is designed to provide continuous support from head to toe. "Wall loungers" have seats that slide forward as you recline, which means they can be positioned only a couple of inches from the wall. This allows for greater decorating flexibility and more efficient use of space.
Footrest mechanisms that tuck away eliminate the need for boxy bottoms and allow for the added style feature of exposed legs on reclining chairs.
Moving Parts And Pieces.
Quite often, there’s more to Motion Furniture than meets the eye.
Hidden tables pull down to create a workspace. Arms open up to reveal storage compartments. Sofas, sectionals, and loveseats transform into sleepers with full and queen size mattresses.
For those needing assistance, reclining “lift” chairs have motors that help people stand up and sit down. And built-in massage options help move tired muscles from sore and achy to refreshed and renewed.
Oh, yes. You can still rock, glide … even swivel.
An Up-To-Date Style Story.
Name almost any piece or style of furniture, and you can probably find it with a recline function. Today's reclining furnishings fit fashionably in any room décor, whether your taste is traditional or modern, and whether your choice of seating is a chair, a sofa, or a rocker.
With sleek lines and exquisite craftsmanship, much of today’s better motion furniture offers no clue that they’re actually recliners. Smaller scale recliners are also available that are more appealing to women.
One of the biggest advances in recliner style is the broader selection of fabric and leather upholstery. Whether casual cottons, rich chenilles, or exquisite top-grain leathers, the fabrics that dress recliners today offer a breath of fresh air compared to the ultra-functional furniture covers of the past. And modern fabrics like micro-suede and faux suede are more durable, more stain-resistant, and easier to clean than ever.
But it’s important to know that today’s motion furniture hasn’t sacrificed luxurious comfort in the name of spectacular style. No matter how great it looks, it’s still the best place in the world for a nice long nap or an afternoon of football.
Is It Time To Make YOUR Move To Motion?
It has never been easier to add reclining comfort and convenience to your home. Remember: Your furniture shouldn’t just sit there. It should move, support, soothe and relax you. Choose the right motion pieces, and it will!
