Spec me a large comfy arm chair

LeeUK

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As the title says, please spec me a nice large old skool comfy arm chair that I can sink into on an evening for hours on end while watching the television.

I bought a brand new electric reclining three-piece suite (1x two seater & 2x arm chairs) for my new build house but I'm finding the arm chairs uncomfortable after a short while. I'm also finding this typical with nearly all recliner-type arm chairs when looking around the sofa shops. So, I'm just looking for a normal type arm chair, not a reclining type. Needs to be able to sink into when I sit down and the arms of the chair need to be high as they always seem quite low on the average recliner-type chair these days which I don't like. Also needs a high back to support the head.

Here is a photo of my old comfy arm chair still at my old house...(spoiler) I've had it since 2012 and I bought it from a BHF charity shop so I have no idea how actually old it is or where it originally came from, although it was in a better condition back then. :o

Also if nothing is available, do you think having my old comfy chair reupholstered would work?

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I've got a La-z-boy chair, complete with fridge, massage and heating that I've had for years.
The only downside to it is that it's almost impossible not to fall asleep in it.
 
Dunelm seem to have a nice range:

Armchairs - SALE NOW ON! | Dunelm

DUNELM'S BIG WINTER SALE IS ON! Don't miss out on our discounted armchairs and save online and in-store now.
www.dunelm.com

What stores have you tried so far?

Your old armchair probably has foam that doesn't conform to modern fire regulations, plus it looks like it has seen better days. Personally I would replace it given its condition.
 
LeeUK said:
As the title says, please spec me a nice large old skool comfy arm chair that I can sink into on an evening for hours on end while watching the television.

I bought a brand new electric reclining three-piece suite (1x two seater & 2x arm chairs) for my new build house but I'm finding the arm chairs uncomfortable after a short while. I'm also finding this typical with nearly all recliner-type arm chairs when looking around the sofa shops. So, I'm just looking for a normal type arm chair, not a reclining type. Needs to be able to sink into when I sit down and the arms of the chair need to be high as they always seem quite low on the average recliner-type chair these days which I don't like. Also needs a high back to support the head.

Here is a photo of my old comfy arm chair still at my old house...(spoiler) I've had it since 2012 and I bought it from a BHF charity shop so I have no idea how actually old it is or where it originally came from, although it was in a better condition back then. :o

Also if nothing is available, do you think having my old comfy chair reupholstered would work?

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Did your head catch fire and melt the chair?

I bought two 3 seater DFS reclining sofas a couple of years ago and I hate them. I got a second hand sofa last month after we moved house and it is much more comfortable. One of them is basically brand new as we never say on it!

Another vote for reupholstering your old one, they really don't make them like they used to.
 
I collected a reupholstered three seater sofa for a client a few years ago, it cost them £900 and they had to supply their own fabric
 
similar to my reply on sofas .. I'd gone Stressless/ekornes have a memphis (self) reclining armchair with stool, like this ... also has a laptop table that attaches to it, but haven't used that for years.
idea of an electric recliner unless you lack mobility, seems an anathema, an unecessary expense and maintenance complexity, too Homer Simpson.
 
I've always found the wingback armchairs most comfortable, especially for watching TV, as you sit more upright in them, like this one:

Oswald Check Armchair Green | Dunelm

* Single seat armchair * Compact design * Soft touch upholstery * Easy Assembly – Just attach the legs Add an element of elegance and comfort to your living space with this timeless check armchair. The wooden legs provide a sturdy and stylish foundation, while the classic design adds a touch of...
www.dunelm.com
 
radderfire said:
I've always found the wingback armchairs most comfortable, especially for watching TV, as you sit more upright in them, like this one:

Oswald Check Armchair Green | Dunelm

* Single seat armchair * Compact design * Soft touch upholstery * Easy Assembly – Just attach the legs Add an element of elegance and comfort to your living space with this timeless check armchair. The wooden legs provide a sturdy and stylish foundation, while the classic design adds a touch of...
www.dunelm.com
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Not a big fan of those type plus my current recliner has me sitting too upright which is uncomfortable after a while.
 
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radderfire said:
Dunelm seem to have a nice range:

Armchairs - SALE NOW ON! | Dunelm

DUNELM'S BIG WINTER SALE IS ON! Don't miss out on our discounted armchairs and save online and in-store now.
www.dunelm.com

What stores have you tried so far?

Your old armchair probably has foam that doesn't conform to modern fire regulations, plus it looks like it has seen better days. Personally I would replace it given its condition.
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Most of those just don't look comfortable unfortunately.
 
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