The armchair, whether electric or not, provides not only a comfortable seating option but also acts as a full-fledged decorative object. It's up to you to choose from the many styles, shapes, and colors available.
How to Choose Your Armchair?
You will have a choice among different types of armchairs depending on the use you intend for it:
- The swivel armchair is equipped with a platform that allows it to rotate 360°.
- The office armchair is a comfortable armchair, specifically designed for office use.
- The ergonomic armchair is an armchair adapted to the morphology and activity of its owner.
- The convertible armchair, as its name suggests, converts into a bed in a few seconds.
- The gaming armchair, whose design is inspired by racing cars, has numerous adjustments to adapt to the needs of the player.
- The nursing armchair has a comfortable seating and wide armrests for breastfeeding the baby.
- The reclining or relax armchair is equipped with a backrest that tilts backward, while the part at the feet level rises to allow you to lie down.
- The electric armchair allows you to control different functions via a button or a remote control.
- The lift armchair is an electric armchair that rises to help its user stand up.
- The massage armchair is an electric armchair that replicates the therapeutic sensation and benefits of a massage.
- The inflatable armchair allows you to quickly enjoy an additional seat, and then store it just as easily.
What Shape of Armchair to Choose?
- The tub armchair, with its rounded backrest and the padded bump of its seat, is particularly comfortable.
- The club armchair, with its P-shaped armrests, is appreciated for its generous shapes.
- The bergère armchair is a wide armchair with a low seat and a padded backrest with full cheeks and armrests.
- The cabriolet armchair, in Louis XV style, is a small light and elegant seat.
- The Voltaire armchair is a deep seat with a padded backrest, seat, and armrests.
- The Chesterfield armchair is characterized by quilted leather upholstery.
- The papasan armchair, often rounded in shape, consists of a wicker or rattan frame and a removable cushion.
- The shell armchair is a medical armchair intended for people who must remain seated for extended periods.
- The butterfly chair, or butterfly armchair, consists of a tubular structure on which a canvas is fixed.
- The Emmanuelle armchair is a rattan or wicker braided armchair in the shape of a throne, with a round base and seat.
- The Scandinavian armchair, with its four wooden legs, features simple and sleek lines.
- The egg chair, or egg armchair, takes the form of an egg-shaped cavity set on a single leg.
- The Acapulco chair, also called scoubidou chair, is an egg chair with plastic cords and three legs.
- The rocking chair is equipped with curved legs that allow you to gently rock back and forth. Often made of wood, it can also be made of fabric and caning.
- The hanging armchair, hung from the ceiling, a specifically designed support or a branch, fits well both indoors and outdoors.
Which Style and Colors to Choose for Your Armchair?
The styles of armchairs are numerous, including design, industrial, art deco, baroque, cocooning, Scandinavian, vintage…
As well as patterns and colors: white, beige, black, blue, teal, yellow, green, red, pink, patchwork, striped, floral...
And the brands that market them such as Lafuma, Everstyl, Stressless…
How to Clean an Armchair?
The product used to clean your armchair naturally depends on its material:
- To clean fabric, you can use baking soda or Sommières clay. Sprinkle it over the armchair, then let it sit for a few hours before brushing. Black soap or Marseille soap is also effective.
- To clean leather, opt for white vinegar or cleansing milk.
- For rattan or wicker, a little soapy water is sufficient.
In any case, refer to the manufacturer's instructions.
How to Cover an Armchair?
An armchair cover allows you to easily cover and renovate an armchair. You can also reupholster it yourself. However, be sure to take its measurements, adding a minimum margin of 5 cm on each side.
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