What makes a chair comfortable? Is it the fabric, the chair design, or how it fits your body?
In Part 1 of the How to Choose a Power Lift Recliner we learned that the first question to ask is why are you shopping for this type of chair? You or your loved one will want to spend many comfortable hours in the chair - you want a recliner that fits your body as well as your needs. So let’s get started!
Before you invest in a power lift recliner you will need:
- A measuring tape that extends at least 60 inches (5 feet).
- A pad of paper and pen or pencil.
- A scale to weigh yourself.
- Optionally – a helpful note taker and observer.
Option 1. The best way to measure for your lift chair is to measure an existing comfortable lift chair or recliner. If you are replacing a chair that is no longer comfortable because your size, weight or other dimensions have changed, these should all be taken into consideration. If you are purchasing the lift chair for a loved one, take these measurements on a chair in your home and ask your loved one for their weight.
Option 2. If you don’t want to measure an existing chair, measure yourself or your loved one! Use the pictures of the chair in Option 1 to think about the following body measures. Here are the key measures to write down:
As you view Pride Mobility Power Lift Recliners on the LivingWell website, compare your measurements to the detailed specifications of the recliners that you are interested in. Click here for an example of all of the details you can view.
At LivingWell Stores we believe in providing you the tools to help make intelligent choices, which is why we have presented this four-part series on selecting a power lift recliner. The decision to purchase a lift recliner can help you or your loved one maintain independence and mobility in their home.
We hope this information helps get you started on selecting the perfect Pride Mobility Power Lift Recliner. Contact one of our knowledgeable customer care representatives now, at 1-800-704-8432 with any remaining questions or to order your power lift recliner.
Additional articles in this series:
Part 1 – How to Choose a Power Lift Recliner
Part 3 – Power Lift Recliner Options You Should Consider
Part 4 – Use this Cheat Sheet to Select Your Power Lift Recliner
