A rise-and-recline chair can be a godsend for those who suffer from mobility problems. As well as helping you up and down, a rise-and-recline chair will help promote healthy blood flow and eliminate pressure points when you’re seated.
Of course, there are plenty of factors to consider when you’re picking yours out, and one of the most common questions people end up asking themselves is whether to go for leather or for fabric. Leather does have its advantages, but here are just three important reasons why it’s better to upholster a rise-and-recline chair with fabric.
- No Cracking
As time goes by, leather can start to crack. This is an issue you’ll eventually face regardless of the type of chair you choose, but there’s no denying that rise-and-recline chairs tend to experience cracking a lot sooner than standard chairs. After all, they are often sat in for longer periods, and the movement involved in their operation places additional stress on the material.
- Too Cool or Too Warm
One of the main drawbacks of leather is that it isn’t particularly warm when you first sit down. This isn’t particularly pleasant if you suffer from mobility issues – getting cold often exacerbates discomfort considerably. Leather will warm up as you sit in your chair, but the material doesn’t breathe. As such, people often find themselves getting a little sweaty after sitting for extended periods during warmer weather. A fabric chair doesn’t experience such issues – fabric will be reasonably warm when you first sit down, but it still breathes enough to stay cool during the hotter months.
- Superior Grip
Grip isn’t something you need to think about when considering a standard armchair, but it becomes important when you’re buying a rise-and-recline model. After all, you’re going to need to remain stable as the chair lowers you down or brings you back up. Leather is quite slippery, so you won’t feel quite as stable during either manoeuvre. In contrast, fabric will maintain a fair grip against your clothes, preventing your body from sliding around.
