When shopping for furniture, it is important to keep in mind form and function. Remembering the size of your room and how you want your furniture to function will help you choose between a leather power reclining sofa and a reclining loveseat.
If you’re struggling to decide how you want your furniture to function, you may benefit by learning the differences between reclining furniture and stationary furniture. Both types of furniture certainly have their own strengths and weaknesses.
We at La-Z-Boy South Texas are well known for our recliners, but we have been designing both reclining and stationary furniture for the better part of a century.
In this article, we will walk you through the differences between reclining and stationary furniture to help you decide which furniture type is best for you.
Coming Up…
- Reclining Furniture
- Pros of Reclining Furniture
- Cons of Reclining Furniture
- Stationary Furniture
- Pros of Stationary Furniture
- Cons of Stationary Furniture
- Which Furniture Type Is Best For You?
Reclining Furniture
Reclining furniture represents the pinnacle of comfort and versatility in modern home furnishings. From sofas and loveseats to chairs and sectionals, reclining furniture offers a luxurious seating experience with the added benefit of customizable relaxation.
Crafted with plush cushioning, ergonomic designs, and innovative reclining mechanisms, reclining furniture provides optimal support and comfort for every body type. Whether you prefer a manual recliner or power reclining options, there's a wide range of styles and configurations available to suit your needs and preferences.
The beauty of reclining furniture lies in its ability to adapt to your desired level of comfort. With the simple pull of a lever or the push of a button, you can effortlessly recline back into a position that's perfect for reading, watching TV, or taking a nap.
Some reclining furniture even offers additional features such as adjustable headrests, lumbar support, massage functions, and built-in USB ports for enhanced convenience. Whether you’re interested in a leather loveseat recliner or a sectional recliner couch, they are customizable at La-Z-Boy South Texas.
Pros of Reclining Furniture
Now that you know more about the features and personalization capabilities of reclining furniture, let’s look more specifically at the benefits of reclining furniture.
Personalized Comfort
While a non-reclining black sectional sofa can be comfortable, it may not feel like it’s personalized especially for you. When you turn it into a reclining sectional with chaise, it will allow you to settle into the couch and find your ideal resting position.
Power Upgrade
With a La-Z-Boy power recliner, you can personalize your furniture even further.
Not only will you be able to recline with the touch of a button, but the remote has a built-in memory function, allowing you to save your favorite recline position and get back to it the next time you use the chair, sofa, or loveseat.
Check out the Trouper Power Reclining Loveseat W/ Headrest to see an example of a power reclining loveseat.
Cons of Reclining Furniture
After hearing about the benefits of reclining furniture, it is important to know that this type of furniture is not for everyone. For full transparency, let’s walk through some of the cons of reclining furniture.
Less Aesthetic Value
While there are visually appealing recliners such as high leg recliners and secret recliners, reclining furniture generally is more bulky and has less aesthetic value. If you are looking for furniture that fits in a formal living room setting, you will likely be better off with stationary furniture.
Mechanical Issues
Stationary furniture can certainly experience problems that require service. Problems such as leather or fabric ripping can occur, and the cushions of a big sectional couch may wear down over time.
With reclining furniture, they require a reclining mechanism and more parts that have the potential to present mechanical problems in the future. Issues such as faulty metal or broken springs are simply more likely to happen with a reclining sectional than they are with a stationary blue sectional sofa.
To learn more about the issues with power reclining furniture, this article will walk you through the 6 common problems with La-Z-Boy power furniture.
Stationary Furniture
Stationary furniture generally represents the cornerstone of traditional home furnishings. Unlike their reclining counterparts, stationary pieces prioritize classic style and structural integrity over adjustable functionality.
Crafted with meticulous attention to detail and premium materials, La-Z-Boy stationary furniture pieces include sofas, loveseats, chairs, and ottomans, among others. These items serve as focal points in living rooms, lounges, and other communal spaces, providing a foundation for both relaxation and socializing.
Stationary furniture is often more visually appealing through more graceful lines, refined upholstery, and tapered bodies. From rolled arms and tufted backs to welted edges and decorative legs, each element contributes to the overall aesthetic appeal and timeless charm of the piece.
While stationary furniture lacks the reclining mechanism found in its counterparts, it compensates with unparalleled stability and structural integrity. When crafted correctly, stationary sofas and chairs provide sturdy support for everyday use, ensuring lasting comfort and durability for years to come.
Available in a diverse array of styles, fabrics, and finishes, stationary furniture at La-Z-Boy South Texas effortlessly complements any interior design scheme. Whether your preference leans towards traditional, contemporary, or transitional aesthetics, there's a stationary furniture piece to suit your discerning taste and elevate your living space.
Pros of Stationary Furniture
As we did with reclining furniture, let’s walk through some of the pros of stationary furniture.
Aesthetic Value
Generally speaking, stationary furniture is more visually appealing than reclining furniture. With more tapered bodies and visible wood legs, a leather loveseat will fit better in a formal or modern setting.
Check out the Marietta Chair to see a great example of an aesthetically pleasing stationary chair.
Less Service Issues
While a green velvet couch may experience material wear and tear, stationary furniture often experiences less mechanical issues than reclining furniture. The reason for this is because it does not have a reclining mechanism, requiring less parts and less likelihood of issues.
Cons of Stationary Furniture
While more visually appealing and less likely to experience mechanical issues, stationary furniture isn’t perfect and is not for everybody. Let’s discuss some of the cons of this furniture type.
Less Customizable
A La-Z-Boy stationary loveseat’s material and cushions can be personalized and upgraded, but stationary furniture is far less customizable than reclining furniture. Without the reclining function, a sofa will likely feel less personalized.
Less Comfortable
A reclining chair is simply more comfortable than a stationary chair to most people. This extends to rocking chairs, swivel chairs, and gliding chairs as well because of the added functionality which gives you more ways to get comfortable.
Which Furniture Type Is Best For You?
While this is a question only you can answer, it is helpful to learn more about the pros and cons of each. This article should serve as a source of information to help you make a more informed decision.
We at La-Z-Boy South Texas recommend that you keep in mind what’s most important to you. For example, if personalization and versatility are more important qualities to you, you’ll be better served with reclining furniture.
If you are interested in reclining furniture but are still concerned about the aesthetic value, there are also plenty of options at La-Z-Boy for you. This article will walk you through the best secret recliners at La-Z-Boy South Texas.
To get a better look in person and sit in our furniture, feel free to come into your nearest La-Z-Boy South Texas store.
