Lift Chair Measuring Guide
How to Measure for a Reclining Lift Chair
1. Record the following measurements determined in Steps 2 - 5:
2. Measure the width from hip-to-hip, when sitting, to determine the seat width.
4. Measure the outer length of thigh from hip to knee to determine depth of chair.
5. Record Weight of the person.
6. Next, Scroll down to see which type of chair will best fit your needs and click on the picture of that type of chair. You will be brought to a page that contains all the chairs in that category. Now scroll down to find the chair that will fit your user based upon their measurements. Also call 1-877-928-5388 if you need assistance or suggestions.
Two-position recliners are your standard chairs that allow you to relax in a straight position and a recline position. These chairs offer additional assistance for sitting down or standing up and are perfect if you are looking for comfort and support.
This recliner chair position is controlled by a remote, and is great for watching TV or reading afavorite book. Reasonably priced, these are an excellent choice for seniors wanting to keep things simple and are a great value when thinking of buying a lift chair.
A three-position lift chair has a sitting position, a lifted position, a reading position and a recline position, which is sometimes called a "napping position". It is NOT a full recline. This is the most popular category for an electric recliner with a broad range of styles, features and prices to meet everyone's needs and budget.
Positions: Sitting, Recline, and Reading
Infinite position recliners give you the most freedom that you could want from a chair. Not only are they great for reclining, but they can also be as flat as a bed. Infinite position reclinershave a dual motor that adjusts the angle of your footrest and backrest through the hand controller, and also come with an integrated battery backup and a heavy-duty steel lift mechanism. This can helpeasily sit down or stand up at the touch of the button, making it perfect for anyone having difficulty doing so by themselves. Some of these chairs even offer back massage and heat options!
Positions: Infinite Positions including Lay/Flat and Trendelenburg (some).
These chairs are able to achieve the same positions as an Infinite Position chair plus the Zero-Gravity position. The Zero-Gravity position is the most stress-free body position because weight distribution is equal throughout the body, alleviating pressure on the joints, neck, and back. The zero-gravity position was found by NASA to help astronauts endure the sudden and intense increases in gravity during takeoff. By placing them in this position, the weight is redistributed equally throughout their body, allowing the stress of takeoff to be distributed safely through their bodies. These lift chairs have 2 motors, allowing you to control the backrest and footrest separately. Zero gravity lift chairs are good for people who will be spending a lot of time and/or sleeping in the chair.
Positions: Infinite Positions including Zero Gravity and Trendelenburg Positions.