Types of armchairs for home

An armchair can create a cozy atmosphere, to emphasize design, to liven up the interior and simply to become a favorite place in the house or apartment. It creates for you a special place, a cozy place in which you may stay comfortable, reading a book, watching a TV or just having a rest after work with a cup of hot tea. Of the entire assortment of upholstered furniture for the home, the chair itself is capable of creating harmony or, conversely, even spoiling the most exquisite design concept.

We decided to collect all the nuances and subtleties of choice this furniture item to avoid the most common mistakes when buying it in the future. On the market there is a huge variety of armchairs of the most varied appearance, lining, filling, at a price from several hundred to tens of thousands of dollars. A good chair that will fit your room design should not cost as a good car at all.

Before buying, pay attention to the following points:

• Convenience - you should be comfortable in it, so "try" it before buying - in what position you like to rest - sitting exactly, hanging on the floor or bend your legs. It will be perfect if you can take any position in the chair, feeling comfortable;
• Functionality - if you prefer to nap for a book or in front of a TV in an armchair, then pay attention to its mechanisms - folding, collapsible, as well as the presence of a footrest and headrest;
• Size - the width of the classical model can be 50 - 60 cm, modern ones reach 1 m. Take into account the area of the room - the chairs need space around, without the accumulation of unnecessary elements. The dimensional model visually steals a large area, but low - gives the opposite effect - even a small room with it will seem bigger;
• Coating materials - the skin and its substitutes will last longer; it is easier to clean them. Eco skin perfectly withstand the load, resistant to wear, does not interfere with the circulation of air, and can be painted in any colors and shades. Fabric materials can add comfort to the apartment. Modern furniture fabrics are quite durable (jacquard, bast, cotton, flax), have a soft texture, pleasant to the touch. Velvet, velour or suede should carefully selected, because they require careful care and attentive attitude;
• Filler - as in game chairs, polyurethane foam is considered to be perfect because it is soft, elastic, resilient, quickly returns its shape, does not wrinkle, passes air, microorganisms do not invade there. In addition, it is hypoallergenic and completely harmless to the environment;
• Design - selected at the discretion of the user. It is important to remember a few tricks: for classical interior, choose furniture in strict tones, leather, eco-leather or monophonic fabric; a modern apartment should be decorated with a bright chair of unusual shape; a lot of bizarre elements noticeably steal the space; the color of the chosen model should be combined with curtains, wallpaper, cabinets, chairs; if you want to emphasize the chair - choose it in contrast to the sofa, but do not overdo it - the pastel gamut is not coupled with a vivid and screaming colors.

Remember that an armchair should emphasize the interior, without departing from the general picture. Do not be too admired, because this particular item of furniture is able to spoil the entire composition. The armchair also has to "breathe", that is, have enough free space around, so it's easy to get around it.

Traditionally, armchairs divided into several types:

• Classical models with strict, pronounced shapes, straight or rounded lines will be an excellent addition to most of the premises;
• Transformers that can function as bed in a folded state - universal, in the case of guests in your home;
• Lifters have a constructive backrest, head restraint and footrest, turning into a cozy place for day-rest;
• Suspended - with their stylish look will arouse your living room, balcony, loggia, terrace, and cottage. They are a strong accent by themselves, so there should be little of the other furniture in one room with them. It must complement them, but in no way contrast;
• Swings - fit into the classical interior, and look great on the country house or terrace. They help to calm the nervous system after a hard day thanks to their design;
• Frameless armchairs have many advantages, besides low cost and lightweight. They can be installed in fact, anywhere - in the house, in the office, in the village, in the garden. There can be huge quantity variants of their appearance, with various lining, all kinds of colors and shades. They are comfortable, easy to care and can replace a toy for your children, since they can take any form.

The latest fashion trends in the field of interior design tend to minimalism - it's a win-win option at all times. If you have a choice - buy one big armchair, or two small ones, stop at the first option. Too much empty space around? Install a small sofa or a bench in the room, which harmonizes the appearance of the room. The main thing when choosing a chair - do not overdo it, to avoid spoiling the overall composition.