First, this chair is made in Vietnam, not the USA, and I would not have  bought it if I had known. That being said, not sending it back, it suits my purpose. The material is soft, durable,  the recliner is very comfortable in any position! The price is good. I was able to put it together fairly easy by myself The brown is a very dark rich brown.  I am 5’6”, 145 lbs and the seat width is good, footrest is easy to work,  the lever easy to pull. The footrest is very easy for a senior. A good. bang for your buck.