The frames should have a smooth finish that complements the other wood pieces in the room they are to be used in. Recliners Recliners, while seldom accused of being the most beautiful chairs, are extremely popular due to their comfort and practicality. Offering the benefits of a chair and ottoman without taking up the space, recliners are constructed with one of three mechanisms allowing the ottoman to extend and the back to recline. The two-way mechanism found in less expensive chairs allows you to open the chair into a reading position with the ottoman up or in a fully reclining position. These chairs require more space behind them to be opened and in the fully reclined position will raise your feet above your heart.
Recent designs allow for the back to break-away and operate independently of the ottoman.
The multi-position mechanism opens forward so that the chair can be placed in close proximity to the wall. Also known by the trade name WallLounger or WallSaver, the mechanism in these chairs will often be operated with the aid of a handle or button. Once opened to the reading position with the ottoman up, the chair back can be adjusted to recline to any degree by pulling the arms forward. The rocker mechanism is a multi-position mechanism that allows the chair to rock until the ottoman is opened. These chairs require more space behind them than the WallLoungers and feature a multi-position back.