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Not only do accent chairs provide additional seating for your living room (or any room in your house), they are a great way to add more style and flair. Almost nothing is more flexible than a fabric accent chair, as you can choose from an unlimited amount of fabrics, patterns, designs, and styles. When it comes to making this decision, Bassett can help meet your needs.

Whether you’re enjoying some peace and serenity in a quiet nook, escaping into a good book in your study, or enjoying a cocktail with a friend in your living room, a comfortable fabric accent chair quickly becomes your go-to retreat. A soft and luxurious fabric creates a unique personality, surrounding you in total style and comfort as you settle for quiet repose.

How To Pick An Accent Chair Fabric

Fabric considered the “best” type for chairs varies from person to person. It all depends on your tastes, style of decoration, and many other factors. For example, your preferences may differ if you put a recliner in the living room vs. a chaise in the family room. But if you’re feeling intimidated when it comes to picking the right upholstery fabric, you’re not alone. After choosing the perfect living room or accent chair for their space, many think it's a huge task to pick the fabric and color. So that’s why we put together this mini-guide to key you in on the things you need to think about if you want to find your ideal chair fabric.

Types Of Fabric (a.k.a How Your Chair Will Feel)

The types of fabric you can pick are a vast range—everything from linen to leather. Since your opinion about fabric is probably influenced by how it feels against your skin, we advise visiting one of our stores to see our complete selection of hundreds of designer fabrics.

Color Of Fabric (a.k.a How Your Chair Will Look)

The best move when it comes to picking a color is to consider the function of your furniture and how you decorate. If you want to make a statement and create an inviting space, light or bright colors can increase your room's “fun” mood. However, if you expect your chair to have a lot of wear and tear, you may opt for a natural or dark color for its ability to hide dirt. If you need any design help, our design consultants can help match your chair’s upholstery color to your space.

Upholstered Accent Chair Sizes

The average upholstered accent chair has a 16" inch to 18 " inch seat height. However, if you plan on using the chair next to a table or desk, make sure to leave about 12" inches from the seat to the bottom of the table to allow for legroom or incorporate a small accent chair free up more space. As far as width and depth are concerned, it's hard to pin down an average. The depth can change depending on the type of chair. For example, a lounge-style chair will have much more depth than a standard chair. So when looking at width and depth, try to measure and match the available size you have in your home. You can measure the overall height of an upholstered accent chair from the floor to the top of the headrest. Depending on how tall you are, you may need a lower or higher back to make sure you're 100% comfy. Make sure to check the style of your chair, as some types like wingback may have a different back measurement.

Custom Upholstered Accent Chairs

One of the great benefits of having a fabric accent chair in your living room is that you can choose custom patterns or fabrics that fit your living room's style and your personal comfort preferences. For both comfort and style, look no further than the latest designs at Bassett. Our design team creates the most comfortable and inspiring looks with an uncompromising emphasis on lasting quality and exceptional value. Together, our talented artisan furniture makers and designers create furniture that lasts – upholstered fabric accent chairs built to enhance every relaxing moment.

At Bassett, we make designing custom accent chairs simple. Our expert design consultants can assist you in finding accent chairs or other accent furniture that perfectly complements your existing space and décor. Don’t settle on something "close to what you want"; get the chair you’re looking for with our custom fabric upholstery. Our custom design program empowers you to make the design decisions that best fit your needs. Choose from a myriad of custom fabrics and finish options, making anything possible. At Bassett, you can put your designer’s hat on and create custom accent chairs with your unique, stylistic flair.

Fabric Living Room Chairs

The customizability doesn't end here. Determining the function of your upholstered accent chair will help you decide details about your piece beyond fabric type and pattern. If space is not a factor and you will often use the chair to read and relax, a fabric accent armchair may be the best choice. To fit a smaller space or have multiple chairs designed for gatherings, an armless chair may be your best bet.

No matter what your needs, Bassett has you covered! Our wide selection of accent chairs allows you to customize your fabric accent chair's arm and leg stylings.

Let’s Talk

Check out the fabulous new designs and fabrics we’ve recently introduced to our line of accent chairs and accent furniture. Get inspired and visualize the perfect accent chairs for your home.

Then, please speak with one of our insightful design consultants. Learn about the many options available through our custom design program.