Review of the La-Z-Boy Colby Duo® Furniture Family: Chair, Loveseat, & Sofa

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When it comes to furniture, you might feel that the furniture you shop for fits one style. One furniture item might feel too modern, or another could feel too traditional. 

Wouldn’t it be great if furniture could appear both modern and traditional without feeling more like one or the other? 

Well, thanks to transitional and contemporary furniture styles, you can easily find a furniture item that blends with varying styles of home design.

The Colby furniture family at La-Z-Boy is a great example of transitional furniture in both its functionality and appearance.  Nicole Sollychin, a design consultant at La-Z-Boy Cyrville, says, “The Colby is part of the Duo® Collection, meaning it can recline with the appearance of stationary furniture.”

With such an intuitive display for furniture, you might be wondering, is this the right furniture family for you?

This article will be talking in detail about the Colby Duo® Furniture Family, explaining its unique features, options & upgrades, cost, and customer reviews.

Key Takeaways

• Exceptional Comfort: The Colby is designed as a stationary furniture piece but is actually a power recliner, giving you the best of both worlds.
• Multiple Cover Options: Available in 3 select fabrics. There are also leather options available.
• Adjustable Features: Includes options for firmer cushioning, a sleeper mattress upgrade, contrasting welt trim and even decorative wood leg finish detailing.
• Durable Build: Constructed with high-quality materials for long-lasting use.

• Low-Priced Recliner: The Colby Chair, Loveseat and Sofa have a starting cost of $2,699, $4,179, and $4,199, respectively.

In This Article…

1. About the Colby Furniture Family
2. Colby Furniture Family Options & Upgrades
3. Colby Furniture Family Cost
4. Colby Furniture Family Warranty
5. Colby Furniture Family Customer Reviews
6. Is the Colby Furniture Family Right for You?

About the Colby Duo® Furniture Family

The Colby is part of our award-winning Duo® furniture series. The Duo® collection is a series of furniture offered at La-Z-Boy that appears stationary but features the ability to recline.

This is not to be confused with High-Leg Recliners, which are not part of the Duo® Collection.

Duo® features the Colby furniture family, as well as the Bennett and the Edie furniture families. To learn more about the Duo® Furniture Collection, take a look at this article.

Colby features graceful rolled arms, decorative wood legs, padded outer arms, and a padded outer back. Colby’s versatile frame can be dressed up for a formal setting or dressed more casually for a family room.

All of Colby’s furniture products are built with power footrests, meaning you can easily recline with just the push of a button. 

The Colby Chair has a 2-button side-mounted control panel that can recline your seat, whereas the loveseat and the sofa have two control panels on each side. 

A built-in controller on the outside arm lets you recline and raise the leg rest easily, while a built-in USB port charges your devices.

Nicole says that Colby’s size is “not that big,” and that “it can fit comfortably in a room that has a smaller space.” If you want to learn more about Small Space Recliners, take a look at this article.

Given that the seats are deeper, the Colby seats those with a taller scale most comfortably,  preferably those between the heights of 5’10” - 6’2”.

While your height can be a considerable factor, it is important to note that height guidelines are NOT set in stone. The way you sit in a furniture item can drastically affect how someone might find a seat comfortable.

Ultimately, we recommend that you visit a La-Z-Boy showroom and take the Colby for a sit test, with the help of a La-Z-Boy design consultant. In the meantime, you may find helpful pointers in the article How to Find the Right Sofa Size For You?

The Colby is available as a reclining chair, reclining loveseat, and reclining sofa.

Colby Chair Dimensions (Inches)

Colby Loveseat (Inches)

Colby Sofa Dimensions (Inches)

Colby Furniture Family Options & Upgrades

When looking at Colby’s options and upgrades, there are plenty to choose from. It is important to remember that all options and upgrades come at an additional cost, meaning the price of your Colby furniture is subject to increase. 

Upholstery Cover Options

When selecting the fabric or leather for your Colby, the cost will vary based on the grade you choose. Select fabrics will not affect the starting price of your furniture, but anything beyond that will.

This includes select leather and anything inside our leather selections at La-Z-Boy.

For a comprehensive understanding of La-Z-Boy's upholstery grades, check out this article. 

*Please note that this article's leather or fabric options may be discontinued or unavailable without prior notice. We recommend contacting your local Ottawa, Gatineau or Kingston La-Z-Boy store by phone or in-person to confirm availability. We apologize for any inconvenience caused by any changes to our upholstery selection.

Alongside our extensive range of covers, the Colby is also available in specialty fabrics and leathers that offer unique features and benefits…

• Stain Resistant: Innovative iClean Technology surrounds each fabric fibre, creating a barrier that repels spills before turning into stains.
• Pet Friendly: Tested and formulated to withstand the scratches and wear that a pet can cause to ensure a durable and easily washable fabric.
• Antimicrobial Fabric: Antimicrobial properties surround each fibre to protect against mould, mildew and odour-causing bacteria.
• Performance: Superior stain and fade resistance properties make fabrics easy to clean and incredibly durable.
• Eco-Friendly: Conserve Sustainable Fabrics are soft, durable and made from recycled water bottles.
• Energy Restoration: Restore by Nanobionic® features a mineral-based fabric coating that transforms natural body heat into energy using infrared technology.

Cushion Upgrade

At an additional cost, Colby cushions can also be upgraded to include firmer cushioning, meaning over time, your furniture will remember your unique figure and enhance the comfort of your furniture. This could be a great option for people with mobility issues, allowing you to get in and out of your furniture more comfortably. 

Pillow Options

The Colby Chair & a Half and Sofa come with pillows, which means you can customize those as well. You can accessorize your pillows by adding an accent colour to them, as well as contrasting welt, cording or fringe. What's more, there are also 6 select accent pillow options to choose from, which will not increase the price of your furniture.

If you want to get specific, you can also request feather padding for your pillows instead of the usual foam padding.

Wood Leg Finish Options

Finally, Colby’s wood leg finish can also be customized. Any Colby furniture item comes in one of three finish options:

1. Mahogany (Base Price)
2. Coffee (Additional Cost)
3. Graphite (Additional Cost)

Colby Furniture Family Cost

According to Nicole the products in the Colby furniture family fall within the mid-price range on the market while falling within the low to mid-price range offered at La-Z-Boy.

While the cost of the Colby furniture is considered quite standard at La-Z-Boy, it is important to note that La-Z-Boy furniture is considered more expensive in the market. This cost is reflected in the quality of materials and craftsmanship of our products. 

*All La-Z-Boy prices listed in this article are subject to change. We aim to update all cost-related articles twice per year. This article was last updated on January 22nd, 2025. Contact your local Ottawa, Gatineau or Kingston location by phone or in person for up-to-date pricing.

If you’re wondering about the prices for each potential upgrade from La-Z-Boy, here are the ones relevant to the Colby…

Colby Furniture Family Warranty

The Colby Furniture Family is covered by La-Z-Boy’s Limited Lifetime Warranty. This warranty covers the repair or replacement of the frame, spring systems, and mechanism, given that they are quality-crafted and built for long-lasting comfort.

For full details of the Limited Lifetime Warranty, check out this full La-Z-Boy warranty breakdown.

While still quality-crafted, other aspects of the product, such as fabrics, leather, and cushions, are not meant to last a lifetime. However, these parts are still covered by the La-Z-Boy Manufacturer’s Warranty for a given period of time.

To further protect your purchase, La-Z-Boy Ottawa, Gatineau and Kingston offer an extended warranty plan at an additional cost. To learn more about the Extended Warranty Plan and if it’s right for you, take a look at this article.

La-Z-Boy also has furniture financing options available to those who may not have the full amount right away. To learn more about La-Z-Boy’s Furniture Financing, take a look at this article.

Colby Furniture Family Customer Reviews

The Colby furniture family is enjoyed by many La-Z-Boy customers. Here is what some customers are honestly saying about the Colby Duo® furniture family…

To see more customer reviews about the Colby, click here.

Is the Colby Furniture Family Right For You?

Now that you know everything about the Colby Duo® furniture family, the question remains if this furniture family is right for you. 

In terms of functionality, the Colby is ideal for those looking for reclining furniture. 

Speaking of the style, Colby’s look is very transitional. If you're looking for a furniture item that isn’t too modern or too traditional, this furniture family is right for you.

If you’re looking for a more traditional furniture family, you might be more interested in the Kennedy Furniture Family, which also features sleeper sofas in its selection.

If you’re looking for a more modern furniture family, Nicole says you might enjoy another selection from the Duo® collection, called the Edie.

Compared to the Edie, Nicole says that the height of the seats are shorter, meaning if people find the Colby too tall, they can look at the Edie instead.

What's Next?

Now that you have a better understanding of the Colby furniture family, why not highlight the Colby in your home? 

You can start shopping by visiting one of our local showrooms located in Ottawa, Gatineau or Kingston. You can also schedule a visit online before coming in.

Our design consultants are always eager to lend a helping hand. Take advantage of our interior design services to see how the Colby furniture could fit in your home. 

To learn more about La-Z-Boy’s reclining furniture in general, take a look at the following furniture buyer guides:

• Recliner Buyer’s Guide
• Accent Chair Buyer’s Guide
• Loveseat Buyer’s Guide
• Sofa Buyer’s Guide

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Accent Chairs at La-Z-Boy to Pair with Your Sofa

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