Living Room Chairs — Armchairs, Recliners, Mobility & Accent Chairs
The living room is where chairs earn their keep — for relaxing, reading, watching television, or simply having somewhere comfortable to sit alongside the sofa. Living room chairs cover everything from a classic armchair to a reclining chair for putting your feet up, a supportive chair that helps you rise, or an accent chair chosen to finish the room. This page points you to the right kind of seating for your living room.
Armchairs
An armchair is the living room classic — a comfortable single seat for relaxing and reading, and a natural companion to the sofa. If you want everyday comfort and a seat that suits the room, our armchairs are the place to start.
Recliner chairs
A recliner chair leans back and raises a footrest, so you can fully relax for a film or a long evening. Available with electric or manual mechanisms, they're ideal for a living room built around comfort. See our recliner chairs to compare electric and manual options.
Mobility chairs
Mobility chairs offer a little more support in the living room, including riser recliners that gently tilt to help you to your feet, and orthopaedic-style chairs with a higher, firmer seat. They suit anyone who wants extra help getting in and out of a chair without giving up comfort or style. Browse our mobility chairs for the range.
Accent chairs
An accent chair adds character to a living room — a pop of colour, an interesting shape, or a comfortable extra seat for guests. Chosen as much for looks as for seating, accent chairs finish a room alongside the sofa and armchairs. See our accent chairs for occasional and statement designs.
Choosing a living room chair
Start with how you'll use it. For everyday relaxing, an armchair is the natural choice; for putting your feet up, a recliner; for a little extra help getting up, a mobility chair; and for style and occasional seating, an accent chair. Think about how the chair works with your sofa and the space you have — a large recliner needs room to lean back, while a slim accent chair suits a corner. Colour and material matter too, tying the chair into the rest of the room. If you'd like to see and try any of them in person, you're welcome to visit our Enniskillen showroom, where our team can help you find the right chair for your living room.
Living room chair FAQs
What kind of chair is best for a living room?
It depends on how you'll use it. An armchair suits everyday relaxing and reading, a recliner is best for putting your feet up, a mobility chair helps anyone who wants extra support getting up, and an accent chair adds style and occasional seating. Most living rooms use a mix — an armchair or recliner for comfort, and an accent chair to finish the room.
How many chairs should a living room have?
There's no fixed rule — it depends on the size of the room and your sofa. Many living rooms pair a sofa with one or two armchairs or a recliner, and add an accent chair for extra seating or style. The main thing is to leave clear walkways and not to crowd the room, so measure the space and picture the layout before you buy.
What chair is best for getting up easily?
A riser recliner, part of our mobility chairs range, gently rises and tilts to help you to your feet, and orthopaedic-style chairs with a higher seat can also make standing easier. These suit anyone who wants a little more support in the living room without giving up comfort. Browse our mobility chairs for the options.
Can I mix different chair styles in a living room?
Yes, and many rooms look better for it. Pairing an armchair or recliner for comfort with an accent chair for character adds interest, as long as something ties the scheme together — a shared colour, material or tone. Mixing styles also lets you cover different needs, from everyday comfort to occasional guest seating.