There’s nothing that says comfort and relaxation like a recliner. That’s especially true of modern power recliners, where the touch of a button puts you in charge of the world. Any position you want, any view of the room, any kind of back and neck support – they’re all available, awaiting your request.

Recliners have been favorites in our homes for many years. The standard recliner with the stick on the side is comfortable, sturdy and reliable, and it’s still a great economical choice for anyone who wants to lean back luxuriously for that special TV show.

But the power recliner gives you even more. Come along on a tour of the modern power recliner chair and power reclining sofa. See what’s in store if you haven’t yet made one of these beauties part of your living room or den.

Control and Comfort

With a power recliner, a couple of buttons control everything. You don’t have to work to move the recliner; the recliner works for you. You can separately adjust each comfort factor, including chair angle, articulating headrest, footrest and lumbar support. Move each adjustment an inch this way or half an inch that way until you achieve relaxation perfection from head to toe. If that’s not enough, many recliners include massaging action!

It’s not just the adjustability that makes today’s recliners so luxurious. There’s also the plush padding and upholstery. And they’re comfortable on your ears as well. They’re quiet. If you’re watching TV, you don’t have to wait for a commercial to tweak your position. If you’re having a conversation, it won’t be disrupted when you shift your headrest or add a little lumbar support.

Style

It used to be that recliners looked clumsy and boxy. Not anymore! They’re available in just about any style from formal to modern to casual. For example, there are Scandinavian designs with contemporary rounded contours.

Many look like ordinary chairs and sofas, plush and comfortable, built on sturdy frames that are sure to last. When your fingers find the buttons, though, you’ll see they’re a whole lot more!

Genuine leather upholstery is common in these. Other models feature performance fabrics, leather-like material or leather where you touch. With many of these, you can customize your look by specifying the upholstery material, color and pattern. Some have stylistic touches such as accented stitching.

There’s a variety of sizes. Whether you’re outfitting an imposing living room or a cozy den, there’s one that is just right for that special spot in the room.

And don’t forget about the reclining loveseat, leather reclining sofa and even power reclining sectionals. These islands of comfort can be the focus of an entire room, where everybody gets to choose their own personalized best setting. The two+ seaters often have the added convenience of a center console or two.

What Else Can a Modern Recliner Do?

It’s great that a power reclining chair or sofa can lean back, provide support for your legs and ease the comfort of your back and neck. Maybe that’s all you need. But that’s far from all today’s recliners can do! Here are ways that some give you just a little more:

• Power swivel recliners sit on a rounded base and allow you to face anywhere in the room. Watch TV or turn and converse with a guest.
• Lay flat recliners do just what the name says. You can go completely flat on your back.
• Lift recliners provide an extra boost for folks who need a little help getting out of the chair. They carry you all the way to a standing position.
• Wall huggers are great for tight spaces; they can be positioned with the back about six inches or even less from the wall. The back moves only slightly; the legs extend to produce that leaned-back sensation.
• Rocking recliners sit on arched tracks that allow them to move back and forth.

Many recliners have holders for your drink and your remote. USB ports are becoming more and more standard. No need to get up and plug your phone in; you can charge it right where you sit.

The latest modern feature? Voice activation. Some of the most up-to-date chairs recognize and respond to a list of commands.

If you think a new power recliner is something to lean back and relax in...you’re right! But that’s just the start of what the latest reclining sofas and chairs can do.