Rocker Recliners

Rocker recliner chair size and fit

A rocker recliner chair should let you rock with your feet flat on the floor and recline without hitting a wall. Widths here run 29.1 to 40.9 inches and heights 35.8 to 41.7 inches, and listed seat heights sit near 19 inches.

Leave space behind the chair for the rocking motion and the tilting back, and in front for the footrest, and keep lamps and side tables out of the rocking path.

Swivel rocker recliner options

A swivel rocker recliner adds a base that turns, so the chair can face the TV, a window or a conversation. Most models here swivel as well as rock, which makes one chair work in a corner or an open room.

Some models also have a glider motion, which moves on a smooth track and feels steadier than rocking on a curved base.

Nursery rocker recliner comfort

A nursery rocker recliner gives a steady rocking motion for feeding and settling a baby, then reclines for rest between wake-ups. Select models here are designed with nursery use in mind.

Some models use power recline, so a button changes position without disturbing a sleeping child, and some add USB charging for a phone or monitor. Some models add massage and heat, and some include cup holders.

Vegan leather rocker recliner and upholstery

A leather rocker recliner here uses vegan leather, a synthetic that wipes clean easily, on select models. Other upholstery options include chenille and velvet, which feel softer and warmer. Gray is the most common color, with brown, green, black, blue and beige also available.

Rocking recliner construction and care

A rocking recliner puts steady stress on its base and joints, so construction matters. Most models here list solid wood parts in their construction and most use a metal frame, while some add plywood panels.

Check and tighten the base bolts every few months, since loose hardware is the usual cause of squeaks. Vacuum fabric with an upholstery attachment and wipe vegan leather with a soft damp cloth.