How to Choose a Lift Chair
Making the perfect lift chair selection
What size lift chair do you need? Like most things, sizes of lift chairs are primarily small, medium and large.
What is not like most things is the person who is going to be using the lift chair. People come in all shapes and sizes and don't always fit into a simple small, medium, large description.
For quick reference small lift chair would be for someone 5' 4" and under. Medium would be someone that is 5'4" to 5'10" and large 6'2" to 6'2".
For someone that is over 375 lbs I would consider a extra wide or heavy duty lift chair.
In other words, seat height and seat depth are more important here than the mere size of the chair.
How far do you want your lift chair to recline?
This may sound like an odd question, but its actually quite relevant.
A lift recliner chair user who just needs a hand getting up and down, but is otherwise mobile, should consider a 2-position lift chair, which reclines slightly backwards to about a 45-degree angle and is perfect for reading and watching TV.
A person with greater mobility limitations, however, may spend extended periods of time in their lift chair, napping and sleeping. For them, a 3-position lift recliner may be ideal.
This option reclines back to a nearly nearly-flat position that works well for short naps.
The most versatile lift recliners are the infinite-position models that can lay completely flat and allow the footrest to be adjusted regardless of the backrest position. Infinite-position lift chairs are best for users who expect to be sleeping in their chair for longer periods of time.
What is the right fabric for your lift chair?
Most of the standard fabrics are semi- stain resistant and extremely durable.
If you looking for a soft and leather look, choose the brisa or ultraleather fabric. These synthetic leathers are scientifically engineered to not absorb heat or cold. They also can be easily wiped off with rag if you make a spill or have issues with incontinence.