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When searching for living room furniture, it's common to encounter a wide variety of brands, each offering unique features, customization options, and value. Two such brands, Stylus Sofas and La-Z-Boy Recliners, often come up in conversations for homeowners looking to invest in long-lasting, comfortable furniture. But how do these two stack up against each other?
In this article, we compare Stylus Sofas and La-Z-Boy Recliners in detail, including their furniture selection, quality, customization, cost, and more, so you can decide which is the better fit for your home and lifestyle.
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Before we describe what each retailer provides regarding living room furniture, let’s take a look at each furniture retailer as a whole.
Stylus, Made to Order Sofas was founded in 1959 in Vancouver, BC, and has grown into one of Canada's largest furniture manufacturers. While it doesn’t operate its own branded stores, Stylus furniture is widely sold through retailers across Canada and parts of the U.S.
Stylus specializes in stationary upholstered furniture, including sofas, sectionals, accent chairs, ottomans, and upholstered beds. Its products fall into two categories: made-to-order (customizable and made in North America) and in-stock (imported and non-customizable).
Collections like the Architect Collection feature modern designs and plush, feather-wrapped cushions for extra comfort. Stylus is ideal for homeowners seeking mid-range, stylish seating options, though it does not offer recliners.
La-Z-Boy is a trusted American furniture brand with over 90 years of history. Locally, the Ottawa, Gatineau, and Kingston stores have been owned by the Maxwell family since 2011. These locations are known for their personalized service and focus on comfort-first living room furniture, setting them apart from larger chains.
La-Z-Boy offers a range of recliners, sofas, sectionals, and accent chairs that prioritize comfort, function, and style. Customers can choose between manual or power reclining options and add features like adjustable lumbar support and headrests. With over 800 fabric and leather choices, customization is one of La-Z-Boy’s strongest advantages.
In addition to seating, La-Z-Boy carries occasional furniture through brands like Hammary, American Drew and Kincaid, helping customers design well-coordinated spaces. While the price point is higher than budget retailers, many view La-Z-Boy as a long-term investment due to its durability, craftsmanship, and local showroom expertise. To learn more about the Quality of La-Z-Boy Furniture, take a look at this article.
Where furniture is made tells you a lot about a company. Let’s take a look at where La-Z-Boy and Stylus Sofas make their furniture items.
Stylus Sofas primarily manufactures its made-to-order furniture in Burnaby, British Columbia, using Canadian-sourced materials like kiln-dried hardwood and domestic foam. This local production allows them to maintain quality control and faster turnaround times for custom orders.
However, not all their furniture is made in Canada. Some in-stock or lower-cost items are imported, likely from Asia, to meet demand for more affordable or quick-ship products.
This hybrid manufacturing model helps Stylus offer both premium Canadian-made sofas and budget-conscious options through its retail partners.
La-Z-Boy takes pride in manufacturing its furniture, with most products for the North American market being produced in North America.
The primary manufacturing location for La-Z-Boy's recliners, chairs, sofas, and sectionals sold in Ottawa, Gatineau and Kingston is in Dayton, Tennessee. This focus on North American production ensures high-quality craftsmanship and materials.
To find out more about Where La-Z-Boy Furniture is Made, take a look at this article.
Customization can be significant for customers looking to create a personalized living space.
Stylus Made-to-Order Sofas allows customers to personalize their furniture with a wide range of upholstery fabrics, including contemporary patterns and durable weaves. This makes them a popular choice for design-conscious homeowners looking for Canadian-made, stationary furniture.
While upholstery customization is extensive, Stylus does not allow changes to the physical dimensions of their furniture. Frame shapes and sizes are fixed, but details like fabric, leg finishes, and accent pillows can be tailored to your taste.
Stylus does not offer reclining or motion furniture and lacks advanced options like power mechanisms or adjustable features. Their customization is focused on aesthetics, not function.
All purchases and customization must go through authorized retailers, where additional design guidance may be available.
In contrast, La-Z-Boy offers extensive customization options, especially for upholstered furniture. With over 800 fabrics and leathers to choose from, customers can create a personalized look that fits their style.
Additionally, La-Z-Boy offers various upgrades, including cushion density, leg styles, wood finishes, nailhead trim, and reclining options with power upgrades. These customizable features come at an additional cost, but they allow for a more tailored and unique product.
To learn more about Custom Furniture at La-Z-Boy, take a look at this article.
Interior design services can help customers create a cohesive and stylish living space, whether they choose customizable furniture or not.
Stylus Sofas does not provide in-house interior design services. As a manufacturer, they focus on producing customizable upholstered furniture, not on offering design consultations.
Design services are instead provided by the retailers that sell Stylus furniture. For example, some dealers may offer in-store consultations, while others do not. These services are independent of Stylus and vary by location.
Check out this article to learn more about how much an interior designer costs.
La-Z-Boy provides a more hands-on approach with its complimentary interior design services. Customers can schedule an appointment or a virtual call with a La-Z-Boy interior designer to receive personalized furniture and design recommendations.
These services include a complete room design, mood board, and 3D model, allowing customers to visualize their space before purchasing.
To learn more about La-Z-Boy’s Interior Design Services, take a look at this article.
The furniture cost can vary significantly depending on the quality of materials and craftsmanship.
Generally, La-Z-Boy’s furniture falls within the market’s mid to high price range. In contrast, Stylus Sofas is known for its affordability, with its furniture falling in the low-mid price range. Nonetheless, both furniture stores are great examples of shopping for good-quality furniture in Canada.
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Furniture Type |
Stylus Sofas Price Range |
La-Z-Boy Price Range |
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Sofa |
$1,699 - $3,999 |
$1,999 – $7,000+ |
Please note that La-Z-Boy prices listed in this article are subject to change without notice. Information is current as of May 15th, 2025. Contact your local Ottawa, Gatineau or Kingston location by phone or in person for up-to-date pricing.
A robust warranty can provide peace of mind, ensuring the longevity of your furniture investment.
Stylus Sofas offers a lifetime pro-rated warranty on frames, springs, and seat foam for their Made to Order Collection. Sofabed mechanisms are covered for 3 years residential and 1 year commercial, while fabric is warrantied for 1 year against manufacturing defects (excluding wear issues like fading or pilling).
For the In-Stock Collection, frames still carry a lifetime pro-rated warranty, but other components are only covered for 1 year.
Overall, Stylus offers strong frame coverage but limited protection for fabric and moving parts, especially in its imported lines.
La-Z-Boy is known for the quality and durability of its furniture, which is reflected in its warranty offerings. All La-Z-Boy furniture comes with a Limited Lifetime Warranty covering the frame, springs, and mechanical parts for life, with additional coverage for other components lasting 1-3 years. An Extended Protection Plan is available for up to five years of accidental damage at an additional cost.
Both retailers offer delivery services, but there are notable differences in their approaches and costs.
Stylus Sofas does not provide direct delivery services. As a manufacturer, they only sell through authorized dealers and do not ship products to customers themselves.
Delivery is handled by individual retailers, and service options will vary depending on the store. This includes local delivery, setup, or white glove options.
To explore delivery options, use Stylus’s dealer locator tool to find a retailer near you.
La-Z-Boy offers a comprehensive white glove delivery service that includes setup, assembly, and disposal of old furniture at an additional cost. Local delivery within Ottawa, Gatineau & Kingston costs $129.99, with out-of-town delivery at $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.
To learn more about delivery at La-Z-Boy, check out our delivery service page: La-Z-Boy Ottawa, Gatineau and Kingston Furniture Delivery Service.
If you're shopping locally, here’s where you can find Stylus Sofas and La-Z-Boy furniture:
La-Z-Boy has over 90 years of experience in furniture. There’s a reason La-Z-Boy is the number one selling recliner in North America. The quality and variety of La-Z-Boy recliners will ensure you find the perfect match for your needs.
If you’re still not sure which one to choose, you can check out our recliners or contact us today. We’re happy to answer your recliner pricing questions at any one of our La-Z-Boy furniture stores in Ottawa, Gatineau or Kingston.
We know that functionality is essential in building a comfortable life, not just a stylish one. That is why we offer a complimentary in-home design service should you need help designing the room of your dreams!
To learn more about La-Z-Boy furniture, take a look at our comprehensive Living Room Furniture Buyer's Guide.
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