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Light grey swivel chair with matching footstool finished with an orange throw and white rug

White swivel chair against a bright orange wall with wooden furniture with black metal legs

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Swivel chairs at DFS

With a great combination of functionality and style, it’s no wonder swivel chairs are growing in popularity year-on-year. But with so many different types available - including swivel armchairs, swivel chairs with footstools, swivel chairs with rockers, and swivel recliner chairs - what are the benefits, and which one is best for your home?

Let’s find out!

Dark blue padded reclining swivel chair on a dark wooden floor

What are the benefits of a swivel chair?

The main benefit of a swivel chair is that it offers you the ability to move around in your chair, without getting up. This means you can continue to benefit from the additional lumbar support, while still being able to easily reach your cuppa, the TV remote, or simply turn around to maintain eye contact with your friends and family. Swivel chairs make excellent options in many spaces, from home offices and bedrooms to open plan living rooms.

Black swivel chair with a geometric patterned cushion and matching footstool set against a pink wall

Are swivel chairs safe?

With additional features come additional safety requirements, and while swivel chairs are an excellent option for elderly people or those with reduced mobility, many - quite rightly - worry about the safety and stability of chairs which are designed to move around. Therefore, when shopping for a swivel chair, it pays to choose one from a reputable retailer who does their due diligence on all their products. Here at DFS we extensively test all our furniture prior to sale against multiple safety parameters, and this includes stability - which is particularly important in furniture like swivel chairs, which do not have a fixed base. We can therefore say with confidence that all our swivel chairs are perfectly safe to use, and will be stable and secure as long as they are used properly.

Are swivel chairs comfortable?

Absolutely! Swivel chairs tend to have more padding and cushioning than an office chair, but with similar swivel functionality, making them a super comfortable chair that works well anywhere in your home.

Are swivel chairs in style?

The good news is that there are plenty of shapes, styles and colours to choose from within our range of swivel chairs - so whether your thing is modern and sleek, or cosy and timeless, you’ll definitely be able to find an option that suits your style.

Stylish swivel armchair in soft beige fabric with button detailing and a sleek black base

House Beautiful light blue patterned swivel chair with silver base

Dark grey leather rocking and swivel recliner chair

Beige pillow back swivel chair with chenille scatter cushions

Types of swivel chairs

Now you know a bit more about the benefits of swivel chairs, let’s take a look at some of the different styles, shapes and options within this clever, multi-functional category of chairs.

A stylish, modern brown leather armchair with a sleek metal base, set in a contemporary living room with wooden furniture

Large swivel chairs

With more space to play with, you can explore a range of larger swivel chairs - which offer the option to seat two people as well as one. Ideal for snuggling up with your partner, kids or even the dog - but still being able to keep an eye on everyone!

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Swivel chairs with footstools

Opting for a swivel chair with a footstool gives you somewhere to put your feet up, which is comfortable for everyone, but may have additional health benefits for the elderly or those with poor circulation. Regularly elevating the feet can help alleviate pain and fluid build up in the lower body, making this option ideal for health reasons as well as comfort.

Dark blue swivel chair with matching footstool finished with a dark wood base and sat on a black and white patterned rug

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Light grey swivel chair with matching footstool finished with orange throw and sat on a fluffy white rug

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Dark grey swivel chair with matching footstool with wooden base

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Dark grey reclining swivel chair in a stylish room with plants, wooden flooring, and a large window

Swivel reclining chairs

Add an extra layer of comfort to your swivel chair by opting for one with a reclining function. We offer both manual and powered swivel reclining chairs, so there’s an option for every spot in the house.

Swivel rocker chairs

Whether it’s for rocking babies to sleep, or really getting into that racing game - rocker chairs provide a surprisingly versatile function that can be enjoyed by the whole family. Swivel rocker chairs also often come with additional features, such as recliner functionality.