subject: An Introduction To Recliner And Reclining Chair [print this page] A recliner is a chair with a mechanism that allows the user to tilt the backrest behind and extend the foot rest to allow maximum comfort. This kind of chair is very popular since it is very comfortable to sit on. You can also sit straight when you do not want to recline. These types of chairs have armrests along with the backrests and footrests.
Some people believe that Louis XVI, who was the King of France, had a version of recliner in his castle. Napoleon also had his own reclining chair. A design for a reclining chair appeared in Ackennann's Repository of Arts in 1813. In 1855, Browne and Ash improved the design in the reclining chairs they made.
Morris Chair was designed by William Watt in 1883. The chair was produced by Morris and Company firm, from which this chair got its name. Modern style recliner was invented and patented by two Michigan cousins, Edward Knabusch and Edwin Shoemaker. These chairs were designed on 1928 and patented on 1931. Both of them started their company and named it "Floral City Furniture Company". Afterwards, they changed the name to "La-Z-Boy".
The first design did not include the padded upholstery, which was added later. The footrest was also added four years after the earlier patented version. There are many modifications and models of these chairs. The most modern ones have built in electronic massagers and can be activated with a remote control.
Aside from being comfortable, these type of chairs are very handy for people with impaired mobility. These chairs allow them to rest without needing to move to a bed or a couch. The armrests on the chairs are also helpful for them.
There are many types of mechanism in these chairs. Some chairs automatically tilt backward when you lean on them. Some chairs use levels to push the backrest backward. The more advanced mechanism uses remote control to control the chair position.
A recliner can cost from a few hundred to a few thousand American dollars depending on the brand, materials, and build in mechanism. It is recommended to choose a high quality chair so it will last for a long time without problems. You also need to test these chairs and the mechanism before purchasing.
When checking on the chair, you need to try it on. Fist, you need to sit on it to check its sturdiness and comfort level. Then you need to try moving it backward and forward several times. Some people recommend choosing the chairs with level mechanism instead of the ones that tilts backward automatically.
