Footrests for the living room

You're looking for a lounge footrest to suit your space and uses? The living room footrest is chosen according to seat height, upholstery and width to offer real comfort when reading, napping or enjoying a casual aperitif. This guide helps you spot the materials, styles and dimensions that match your sofa or armchair, and anticipate the maintenance required to preserve the furniture's look and lifespan.

The salon footrest can be compact or generous, fixed or swiveling, with firm or soft upholstery. Leather models add a natural patina, velvets add a sensory touch, and wood or metal finishes structure a contemporary silhouette. In use, consider the height between the seat and the top of the footrest: a difference of 8 to 12 centimetres has a direct influence on leg support. Also check the width and depth to avoid the footrest obscuring a circulation space.

Styles, materials and moods to harmonize your living room

The choice of style defines the ambience: Scandinavian favors clean lines and light woods, vintage plays up the mix of textures, and contemporary relies on architectural shapes and mixed materials. Materials influence care and longevity: leather needs special care products, while fabric requires anti-stain treatment or removable upholstery. Think about uses - relaxing, reading, placing a tray - to select a low back, an upholstered seat or a version with storage.

How to choose: dimensions, compatibilities and maintenance

For a reliable choice, base yourself on two concrete criteria. Firstly, dimensions: take the seat height of the chair and measure the available space to ensure smooth circulation around the furniture. Secondly, compatibility: check that the width and depth of the footrest match the existing sofa or armchair and the user's leg height. When it comes to maintenance, consult the material recommendations: dry-cleaning for certain velvets, oiling for solid wood, and suitable products for leather. These points ensure long-lasting use and a well-groomed appearance.

In practice, choose a model whose size fits in with the visual axis of the living room, favor upholstery suited to your posture, and select a covering in keeping with your maintenance constraints. Modular or removable-top options offer appreciable versatility for transforming the footrest into a small side table. Finally, test height and firmness in-store whenever possible, or check detailed measurements online for sure compatibility.

To combine comfort, style and functionality, browse our selection and let yourself be guided by pieces that tell the story of a fashionable home, designed to last and to dress your living room with character.