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Finding the ideal accent chair to enhance your home’s decor can be a daunting task. With so many patterns and colours to choose from, you might feel overwhelmed and not know what to get. Fortunately, La-Z-Boy’s extensive experience in furniture design and manufacturing, spanning almost a century of generations, brings you a variety of stylish and comfortable options.
This comprehensive guide will help you navigate through the selection process, whether you’re considering high-leg recliners, swivel chairs, or exclusive collections like the Designer’s Choice and Duo® series. Let’s dive into everything you need to know to choose the perfect accent chair for your space.
Key Takeaways
- La-Z-Boy offers exclusive features for their accent chairs, such as customizable fabrics and finishes at different prices. Each price depends on the quality of the fabric or leather, which is represented by a grading letter. B is more affordable whereas letters like Q have unique materials that may have different functionalities than a regular fabric.
- There are many types of accent chairs to choose from, including swivel chairs, high-leg recliners, and our famous Duo Collection.
- Starting price for an accent chair is about $800, with options to suit various budgets and preferences. Prices are sure to go up depending on the cover and custom options you choose.
- Be sure to measure your space when adding any new furniture to your home. Even small furniture pieces like accent chairs can make a difference in a room space-wise.
In This Article...
- Evaluating Your Space
- Selecting the Right Accent Chair
- How to Personalize Your Accent Chair
- Cost of an Accent Chair
- Delivery or Pick-up?
- Accent Chair Shopping Checklist
- What to Expect Shopping at La-Z-Boy
Evaluating Your Space
Before you purchase an accent chair, it is important to measure your space so that you can ensure your new furniture item will fit in your room. Here are some things to consider before coming in-store.
Assess Your Room
Before you head to your local furniture retailer, take a moment to evaluate the room where your new accent chair will be placed. Will it be in a living room, a bedroom, or perhaps a home office? Regardless of the room, you must decide on the exact spot where the accent chair will go, ensuring you account for windows, doorways, and fireplaces to avoid any layout issues.
Measure Your Room
To avoid any surprises, measure your room as accurately as possible. Remember that showrooms can make furniture look smaller than it is since it’s in a larger space. Bring your measurements, a sketch, or photos of your room to the store to help the salesperson find the perfect fit.
It’s also to take into consideration the route your furniture needs to take to get to your room upon delivery. Measuring your hallways and doorways will prevent any issues from bringing your furniture into your home.
To learn more about How to Measure Your Space, read this article.
Additional Considerations:
- Colour Coordination: Ensure your accent chair complements your wall colours for a cohesive look.
- Blend with Existing Decor: Think about how the new chair will fit with your current furniture and overall decor. Try not to overthink your furniture pattern or else your accent chair will stand out like a sore thumb.
- Floor Protection: Use felt pads to protect hardwood floors from scratches.
- Furniture Placement: Are there windows or doors in the room? Although obstacles are always going to be around, you can place an accent chair much easier than a larger frame like a sofa or sectional. For example, you can place an accent chair in front of a window as long as it doesn’t obstruct the view.
If you’re considering a larger redesign, hiring an interior designer might be beneficial. La-Z-Boy offers complimentary interior design services to help you visualize and plan your space effectively. To learn more about our services, take a look at this step-by-step guide.
Selecting the Ideal Accent Chair
Your personal needs and figures come into effect when purchasing a furniture piece. Here are some other factors to consider when choosing an accent chair for yourself.
Understanding Your Needs
Are you buying the accent chair for yourself or someone else? Will multiple people use it? Consider the heights and body types of all potential users. If heights differ significantly, you might need to compromise or even consider buying additional seating options. Also, factor in whether children or pets will use the chair, as this might influence your fabric choice and the type of chair you choose.
Size and Style
Finding the right accent chair means taking into account your dimensions and style preferences. Sitting in a chair should feel comfortable, which means taking into account certain aspects such as seat depth, back height, and overall comfort.
For example, your head should rest at the same level as the head cushion, and your legs should be about 90 degrees when you touch the floor, with your feet planted on the ground. If this doesn’t match up, the recliner you’re sitting in may not be right for you.
Chair Sizes
La-Z-Boy offers accent chairs in various sizes to fit different room sizes and personal preferences:
- Small Accent Chairs: Ideal for small spaces or as additional seating.
- Medium Accent Chairs: Perfect for standard-sized living rooms.
- Chair & a Halfs: Great for spacious rooms and providing ample seating.
Each sofa size can also come with additional height recommendations:
- Petite: Users that are 5’4” and under
- Medium: Users that are 5’4” to 5’9”
- Large: Users that are 5’10” to 6’2”
- Extra Tall: Users that are 6’2” and over
Each model is designed to provide optimal comfort for specific body sizes, ensuring that the sofa fits you just right. To get a better idea of what our Top-Selling La-Z-Boy Accent Chairs are, read this article.
Style Preferences
La-Z-Boy offers four unique style categories that are meant to suit certain households. Here they are:
- Classics Revisited: Inspired by fashionable and elegant designs, this collection honours the past without being stuck to it.
- Modern Retreat: With streamlined silhouettes and geometric prints, the Modern Retreat look is both chic and sophisticated.
- Family Favourites: The Family Favourites collection is designed to cater to family functions without having to sacrifice style.
- Comfortably Casual: This collection is meant to create beautiful spaces that are meant to be lived in.
To learn more about these Furniture Styles, take a look at this article.
How to Customize Your Accent Chair
Personalizing your accent chair is the reason why it is called an accent chair in the first place. With a unique pattern and colour that works in your room, you will be able to stand out from all the other living rooms out there.
But there is so much more to personalizing your accent chair at La-Z-Boy. Before we see what kind of customizable options there are, let’s see what are the different types of accent chairs.
Types of Accent Chairs
High-Leg Recliners
High-leg recliners offer a sleek approach to the traditional recliner. These chairs look like stationary accent chairs but have the added functionality of a recliner. Simply push back to enjoy instant reclining comfort.
To learn more about our Top-Selling High-Leg Recliners at La-Z-Boy, read this article.
Swivel Chairs
Swivel chairs provide versatility and mobility, allowing you to turn in any direction. They are perfect for living rooms, home offices, or any space where flexibility is key.
To learn more about our Top-Selling Swivel Chairs at La-Z-Boy, read this article.
Leather Accent Chairs
Leather accent chairs add a touch of luxury and sophistication to any room. They are durable, easy to clean, and more comfortable. Leather accent chairs are perfect for those looking for a timeless, stylish piece that also offers longevity and ease of maintenance.
To learn more about our Top Leather Accent Chairs at La-Z-Boy, read this article.
Duo Collection
La-Z-Boy’s Duo® Collection combines the appearance of stationary furniture with the functionality of recliners. These contemporary pieces can be placed right up against the wall and provide the luxury of reclining.
To learn more about the Duo Collection, read this article.
Choosing the Right Fabric
Now that we know what types of accent chairs there are, let’s see what custom options you can make for a La-Z-Boy accent chair.
Fabric vs. Leather
Deciding between fabric and leather depends on various factors, including comfort, appearance, durability, maintenance, and cost. Leather offers a unique look and is easier to clean, while fabric provides a broader range of colors and patterns.
At La-Z-Boy, we offer over 800 different kinds of upholstery options, with a fabric and leather grading system that affects pricing depending on which cover grade you choose. To learn more about our Fabric Upholstery or our Leather Selections, take a look at these articles.
If you’re still unsure about whether to choose fabric vs leather, learn more with this comparison article.
Specialized Covers
- Performance Fabrics: Durable and easy to clean, perfect for high-traffic areas.
- Stain-Resistant Fabrics: Like La-Z-Boy’s iClean, designed to repel spills and stains, providing peace of mind in busy households.
- Eco-Friendly Fabrics: Made from recycled materials, such as La-Z-Boy’s conserve™ Sustainable Fabrics, offering an environmentally friendly option.
- Antimicrobial Covers: Protect against mold, mildew, and bacteria, ensuring a healthier living environment.
- Pet-Friendly Fabrics: Designed to withstand scratches and wear from pets, making them durable and easy to clean.
- Energy Restoration: Restore by Nanobionic® features a mineral-based fabric coating that transforms natural body heat into energy using infrared technology.
Cushion Upgrade
For an additional cost, upgrade to firmer cushions that conform to your unique shape, enhancing comfort and ease of use, especially for those with mobility issues.
Contrasting Welt Trim
Customers have the option to choose a contrasting welt trim to accentuate the design of their accent chairs. Furthermore, patterned welt trim options are available, which can enhance the aesthetics of the furniture frame.
Finish Options (Wooden Legs & Swivel Bases)
La-Z-Boy is all about customization, including customizing the legs/swivel base of your accent chairs. The accent chair legs/swivel can come in one of four finish options:
- Brown Mahogany (Standard Finish)
- Coffee (Additional Cost)
- Graphite (Additional Cost)*
- Driftwood (Additional Cost)*
*Not always available.
Power Upgrade with Adjustable Headrest & Lumbar Support
Upgrade your La-Z-Boy high-leg recliner to power for easy reclining with a control panel or wireless remote. Adjust the headrest from 0-55 degrees and control the lower lumbar support to match your spine's curvature. Enjoy added convenience with built-in USB ports and memory settings for your favourite positions. All power upgrades can be cordless, thanks to our rechargeable battery pack.
To learn more about the headrest & lumbar upgrade, check out the Review of La-Z-Boy Power Recliners with the Headrest & Lumbar Feature.
What is the Cost of an Accent Chair?
When figuring out the cost of an accent chair, there is a lot more to consider than just price…
Factors Influencing Cost
The cost of accent chairs can fluctuate depending on their quality, customization options, and extra features. The materials used in their construction, the intricacy of any reclining mechanisms, and the type of upholstery all contribute to the overall price. Premium chairs typically feature advanced functionalities and superior materials, which account for their higher price points.
La-Z-Boy also uses Premier Construction for all of our stationary and Duo collections. To learn more about Premier Construction, read this article.
Comparison with Other Brands
La-Z-Boy accent chairs typically start at $800 and go up from there, catering to the mid to higher-end market. For those on a tighter budget, offer more affordable options, although they may not match the quality and range of custom fabrics and leathers available with La-Z-Boy.
Furniture Financing at La-Z-Boy
Furniture financing offers a solution, allowing customers to pay off their purchases over time instead of upfront. La-Z-Boy partners with Flexiti Financing, providing instant approval and easy monthly payments. Once approved, customers can shop and finance with Flexiti anytime.
For more information, check out this article on Furniture Financing.
La-Z-Boy Accent Chairs Delivery or Pick Up?
La-Z-Boy offers both pick and delivery options. Here is how they work.
Delivery Options
When purchasing a sofa, you’ll need to consider the delivery options available.
La-Z-Boy offers white glove delivery for $129.99 within Ottawa, Gatineau & Kingston, and out-of-town delivery costs $169.99.
For an additional fee of $25 per furniture piece, we can assist with either moving out old furniture from different rooms or bringing it to the curb. Additionally, we offer the option to dispose of any old furniture in a local landfill at an extra charge of $50 / per furniture seat. This service ensures that your new loveseat is delivered and set up with care, allowing you to enjoy it immediately without any hassle.
If you prefer to save on delivery costs, you can pick up your new chair from the store. Some chairs come apart for easier transport, making it convenient to bring your purchase home yourself.
To learn more about our delivery services, read this article.
Accent Chair Buying Checklist
Now that you know everything you need to purchase a La-Z-Boy accent chair, here are some additional things to consider beforehand:
What to Expect When Shopping at La-Z-Boy Ottawa, Gatineau & Kingston
La-Z-Boy's experienced sales consultants are ready to guide you through the purchasing process, ensuring you find an accent chair that meets all your needs.
Upon entering the showroom, you will be greeted by one of our sales consultants. One of the main questions they’ll ask you will be either “Are you looking for fabric or leather?” or “What style of furniture are you looking for?”
If you don’t know, that’s okay! They will be able to ask you questions that will help narrow down your search. Since style is a defining factor when looking for an accent chair, they might also ask you what you already have in your room.
After sitting down on a couple of chairs, you might get more of a sense of what you like. Maybe you liked that one of the accent chairs looked stationary but could recliner, or maybe you liked the exposed wooden arms on another. Whatever the case, your sales consultant will pick up on those small details and find the best accent chair for you.
At La-Z-Boy, we have a lot of large fabric samples to choose from, even in our showrooms. When looking at that large wall of fabrics, it might be overwhelming at first. However, this is where your sales consultant comes in to save the day.
Suppose you end up liking more than one frame or any of our accessories to complete your room. In that case, our sales consultants can collaborate with our interior designers to bring your vision to life with our complimentary design services. If you're interested in re-designing your space with the help of our team, you can learn more about it with this article.
What's Next?
You now have all the knowledge necessary to make a more informed decision when shopping for a La-Z-Boy accent chair. Now, it is up to you to decide whether La-Z-Boy is right for you.
If you’d like to browse our furniture selection in person visit one of our La-Z Boy Ottawa, Gatineau or Kingston stores today or schedule a visit online before coming in.
Our sales consultants are always eager to lend a helping hand. Not only are they trained in knowing the large variety of furniture offered at La-Z-Boy, but they are also experts in furniture fitting and design.
You can also take advantage of our complimentary interior design services to see how our living room furniture could fit in your home.
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