For beauty and comfort, the room should have upholstered furniture. If the room's dimensions do not allow for a bulky sofa, it is worth making do with soft armchairs. They are great for relaxing after a hard day, reading books, watching TV.

English armchair
The English style is refined elegance, grace, the highest quality, laconic forms, thoughtfulness of details, restraint and a sense of proportion.
English armchairs
Everything that is usually summed up in one word – aristocracy.

The English style chair is beautiful and durable. It has a special design. The main feature is the so-called "ears" - peculiar wings located on the sides. English style furniture is again at the peak of popularity, and it is worth considering in more detail all the nuances of such chairs.

English style chair
The English armchair will fit perfectly into a restrained and traditional interior, and will also serve as a bright accent in an eclectic design.
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A wide range of ideas will help to reveal the potential of your interior and you as a decorator of your home.

What is it and how does it work?

English style chairs have a unique shape. Dividing the product into separate parts, it can be noted that it has a deep seat, wings on the sides, called "ears" and a high back. The chair is supported by low legs that have a curved shape. The "ears" are designed so that they smoothly transition into the armrests. The shape and size vary depending on the selected model. The chair has a wooden frame.

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If you don't have your favorite chair at home yet, it means you just haven't found the one and only.
English chair with table
This might be it, as every home needs a big soft chair.

The product was created to be installed near the fireplace. But over time, the model has undergone some changes, and many of its variations have appeared. This allows English-style furniture to fit into many interiors. Often, products are purchased as an addition to sofas made in a minimalist style. It is possible to combine the armchair with furniture that belongs to the Rococo and Baroque styles. It is also suitable for rooms with romantic elements in the design.

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Once you become the owner of such a chair, you will not be able to give it up.
English armchair in the living room
This is a whole sofa for one, where no one will crowd you, and how can you say no to your own personal sofa?

The English style product allows you to add elegance to the room due to its special design. In recent years, there has been a trend towards furniture mixes, when items from different interiors are combined in one room. With the right selection, the combination will look majestic and laconic.

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More and more often people use this piece of modern furniture in their interiors.
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The models and types of chairs are becoming more diverse. A buyer with any taste will like such furniture.

Types of chairs

The back of the chairs made in the English style can be straight or rounded. There are special orthopedic models that have been produced not so long ago. The armrests are made of wood. At your request, they can be covered with foam rubber to make them soft or left as is. The "ears" vary in size, shape and design. Large, medium-sized, figured and straight. They can resemble the wings of a bat or a butterfly.

English chair with pouf
It is cozy, and when you dive into it you will feel like a monarch sitting on a throne.
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The English armchair is multifunctional, trendy and stylish at the same time. It has preserved the spirit of past centuries.

The design of the product itself can be different and depends on personal preferences. There are smooth models, quilted models with different shapes of the back, "ears" and so on.

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For centuries, elegant and majestic English furniture has adorned the homes of connoisseurs of luxury.
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In England itself, this type of chair has another name – “wingback chair”.

Advantages and disadvantages

Products in the English style correspond to a unique image. Among the advantages of using this type of furniture are practicality, elegance, and lack of pretentiousness. Armchairs in this style are distinguished by an exquisite and simple look.

English style armchair
A true classic – an example of true taste and quality.
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The English style chair is a good example and proof of this.

The advantage of this type of furniture is their ability to look expensive and luxurious without unnecessary decorative elements. Beauty is combined with durability and practicality. Only high-quality wood is used for the manufacture of furniture.

English living room
The characteristic features of an English chair are restrained classical forms, soft bolster armrests and back cushions.
English armchairs
Its appearance dates back to the 17th century, when it was first made.

The following are among the disadvantages:

  1. Not suitable for every room.

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    Products in this style should be carefully selected and matched with the overall interior of the room and the furniture already used in the room.
  2. High cost – the model will not be affordable for everyone.

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    Along with a luxurious look, practicality, comfort and high-quality natural material for production, such furniture has a high cost.

How to choose correctly

Furniture in this style positions itself as high-quality. When choosing, pay special attention to the upholstery. In addition to expensive models, stores also offer more budget-friendly types. The fabric used in these cases is different. It is recommended to choose a product with upholstery made of leather, cotton, viscose, linen. They are durable, resistant to dirt and serve for a long time.

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The chair is made only from veneer or natural solid wood.
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Only high-quality upholstery and natural filling, such as duck down and feathers, are used.

When buying, you should also consider the presence of a quilted seat. The element is necessary to perform a decorative function, and if this criterion is especially important to you, you should pay attention to it first.

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By the way, it is not without reason that English chairs with high backs are called fireplace chairs.
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Thanks to its design, the chair not only protects against cold air flows, but also retains heat from the fireplace.

You should buy models made of oak or teak. This wood is durable. Before making your final choice, it is recommended to sit in the chair for a while. This will allow you to evaluate how comfortable and convenient it is.

English armchair
It is very comfortable to work and read while sitting in such a chair - the deep seat and high back provide maximum comfort.

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