What is the difference between a club chair and an accent chair?

A club chair is a specific style: wide, boxy, and deeply upholstered with a low, rounded back and wide arms -- originally from British gentlemen's clubs. An accent chair is a broader category that includes any occasional chair used to add seating or visual interest beyond the main sofa. Club chairs are almost always accent chairs, but not all accent chairs are club chairs. Club chairs tend to be larger and more relaxed in posture than more upright accent chairs.

What size room works best with a club chair?

A club chair needs a room with enough space for the chair itself (typically 32 to 36 inches wide and 34 to 40 inches deep) plus at least 18 inches of clearance on the sides and in front. In a living room, it works best as part of a conversation grouping -- angled toward the sofa with a side table between them. A dedicated reading corner with a club chair, floor lamp, and side table takes roughly 5 by 5 feet of floor space.

What upholstery holds up best in a club chair?

Tight-woven fabrics like microfiber, performance velvet, and leather are the most durable in a club chair because the wide arms and seat take frequent use. Looser weaves and soft knits snag and pill more quickly. If the chair will be in heavy use, leather or faux leather is the most resilient option. For a dedicated reading chair with moderate use, a medium-weight woven fabric is comfortable and long-lasting.

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A club chair is a wide, deeply cushioned accent chair with rounded arms and a low, enveloping back -- originally associated with the deep leather armchairs of private clubs and libraries. They are one of the most comfortable accent chair styles for reading and relaxing, and they work well paired with a sofa, in a bedroom corner, or as a standalone piece in a reading nook. Seat depth runs deeper than standard accent chairs -- typically 22 to 24 inches -- which suits taller people and those who prefer a more reclined sitting position. We carry club chairs in fabric and leather, in traditional and contemporary styles.

How to Arrange Living Room Furniture: A Room-by-Room Guide -- how a club chair or accent chair works as a second seating zone.

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Accent Chairs: How to Choose One That Actually Works in Your Room -- club chairs, lounge chairs, and barrel chairs -- what sets them apart.