Florence 1 Seater Charcoal Grey Fabric Dual Motor Riser Recliner Chair · Mobility Armchair · Smart Tech

The Recliner That Helps You Up — And Looks After Every Hour In Between

Most armchairs make a quiet compromise nobody mentions in the showroom. They're easy to sink into and hard to get out of — the deeper and comfier the seat, the more of a fight it is to stand back up. You find your angle, you settle in, and then rising again means a firm grip on both arms, a run-up, or a hand from someone else. The Sofa Shop Florence riser recliner in sophisticated charcoal grey refuses that deal. A whisper-quiet dual-motor mechanism lifts and gently tilts the whole chair forward to bring you to your feet without straining your knees or back — and once you're settled, 8-point massage, targeted heat, a power headrest, USB-C charging and hidden storage look after the hours in between. Standing and comfort, both on a single control. There's a reason a riser chair is the seat people trust most in the house, and it changes what a lounge can be. We'll come to that.

Built As A Riser Recliner First, Because That Is What It Is
The Florence is a mobility armchair first and a comfort chair second, and it makes no apology for either. The dual-motor system moves the backrest and footrest independently, then tilts the seat base forward so standing takes minimal effort and minimal load on the joints — no second person, no undignified struggle. And it's a genuine high-tech recliner in its own right: power headrest, warming massage, charging and storage all within reach, so nothing pulls you back out of the seat before you're ready. It's the chair you rise from easily in the morning and decompress in at night. You don't need to be recovering from anything to appreciate that. One chair, two jobs, done properly.

Who This Riser Recliner Is For — And Who It Isn't
It's for anyone who finds getting out of a deep chair harder than it used to be — older adults, people recovering from surgery or injury, anyone with tired joints, reduced mobility or simply a long day in their legs. The tilt-forward rise is designed so you can stand under your own steam, which for a lot of people is the difference between independence and having to ask. It's brilliant for tall sitters too, because the power headrest supports your head rather than leaving it hanging over the top rail. And it's for anyone who just wants a genuinely supportive single armchair with real comfort tech built in — riser function or not.

One kind note, stated plainly and before you buy: a riser recliner is premium comfort furniture, not prescribed medical equipment. If there are specific mobility or health needs in play, it's worth checking the fit against them — our specialists will tell you straight whether it's right for you. And honestly, if you don't need standing assistance and just want a standard recliner, the riser mechanism is more chair than you require, and one of our non-riser Florence recliners will suit you better. This one is for people who want the help to stand there whenever they need it.

Charcoal Grey Resilience Fabric — Sophisticated And Life-Proof
The Florence is upholstered in our signature Charcoal Grey Resilience Fabric, chosen for its sophisticated tactile feel and long-term durability. Charcoal is the grown-up neutral: a deep, professional tone that makes a room feel high-end and inviting and settles happily against almost any existing scheme — oak, brass, off-white or a darker media wall. It's a life-proof material, engineered to be breathable and temperature-adaptive, so you stay cool in summer and cosy in winter rather than sticking to it or shivering on it. The surface acts as a shield against daily wear, and because it's stain-repellent, accidental spills wipe away instantly with a damp, lint-free cloth. Real everyday practicality on the chair you'll use most — it stays immaculate through years of reliable daily use, with none of the maintenance stress.

The Smartest Riser Recliner Features — One Seat, Fully Loaded
Dual-motor riser & recline — whisper-quiet motors move the backrest and footrest independently, then tilt the whole chair forward to bring you to your feet without straining your knees or back. The heart of what this chair is for.
8-point massage with targeted heat — rhythmic massage and gentle warmth loosen stiff muscles and ease that heavy feeling in the shoulders, so you physically decompress while you watch.
Power-adjustable headrest — fine-tune your neck support electronically for a clear line of sight to the screen even lying almost flat, so there's no nagging ache.
Side pocket with single power socket — a hidden mains socket in the side pocket takes a standard UK plug for a laptop, tablet or games console, with no wires stretching across the floor.
Left-hand arm storage and cup holder — keep remotes and devices in the left-hand facing arm storage, with a secure cup holder placed exactly where your hand reaches, so drinks stay off the fabric.
Power accessory grommet — a dedicated armrest mounting point for a phone holder or tablet mount, keeping your hands free while you rest or browse.
High-speed USB-C charging — upgraded ports built into the control panel keep the newest phones and tablets fully charged right where you sit.
LED ambient light with cover — a soft, diffused under-seat glow that sets a calm cinematic mood and guides you across the room in the dark, without glare bouncing back off the screen.

One Smart Riser Recliner, Many Lives
Nobody just sits any more, and this chair is built for a whole day rather than one position. It's the seat that helps you up in the morning, the reading and TV chair through the afternoon, a tech-ready spot for a laptop or console thanks to the built-in socket and USB-C, and the place you unwind at night with the massage and heat running. The science of position backs the button: a UK MRI study found a reclined position puts less strain on the spine than sitting bolt upright at 90° (Bashir, RSNA 2006), while the tilt-forward rise spares your knees the load of pushing up from a low seat. With UK adults sitting around nine hours a day on average (British Heart Foundation, 2024), a chair engineered to hold you in comfortable, natural alignment earns its keep — a reinforced solid pine and plywood frame that stays sturdy and silent for years, high-density foam cushioning that cradles the body, and silent-operation-tested motors. This isn't a chair you protect from daily life. It's one you live on. Not around.

What You're Actually Paying For In A Riser Recliner
Not the look — the part that's still working in years to come, and the independence it hands back. You're paying for a dual-motor riser mechanism that quietly gives people their mobility and their dignity, comfort tech you won't find on the high street, and a frame built to be leaned on every single day. A static armchair does nothing but sit there and age. This one earns its place every morning you stand up from it without a second thought.

Build Your Florence Set
The Florence riser pairs with the matching Florence range — the 3+1 set, 3-2 packages, 3-1-1 suites, the 2 seater cinema sofa and the standard 1 seater recliner — so someone who finds rising difficult sits in the same room, at the same height, with everything the recliners do plus dual-motor assisted rise. Nobody watches the family from a dining chair. Ask the team to confirm the exact colourway match for your room before you order.

Why Buy From The Sofa Shop?
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Experts in Smart Seating Technology – Supplying luxury recliners with state-of-the-art features found nowhere else on the market.
Industry-Leading Quality & Craftsmanship – Built with absolute precision, durability, and premium materials for long-term use.
Unbeatable Prices – Delivering high-end, feature-packed recliners at incredibly competitive prices.
Sustainable & Ethical Manufacturing – Made with eco-friendly materials and responsible production methods you can trust.

How The Sofa Shop Looks After You
White-glove delivery comes as standard: our own recliner experts bring the chair to your room of choice on any floor, test every function with you, and remove the packaging. Assembly and old-chair removal services are available. You're covered by the 5-Year Structural Frame Guarantee, the Fit-Through-Your-Door Guarantee — the backrest is removable, so we navigate standard UK doorframes, narrow hallways and stairwells without drama — the 14-Day Comfort Guarantee, and optional 5-Year Furniture Protection on qualifying purchases, covering accidental damage, stains, motors and mechanisms with no call-out fees. If anything ever needs attention, our in-house repairs team fixes what we build, with our own parts.

Come and sit in it. Visit our recliner sofa showroom in Dewsbury seven days a week, feel the fabric and press the button that stands you up — or book a live video walkthrough and order swatches from home. Your perfect evenings, and effortless mornings, are just a few days away.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the riser function help me stand up safely?
The chair uses a specialised dual-motor system that slowly lifts and tilts the whole base forward, so you transition to standing with minimal effort — without putting pressure on your joints and without needing a second person to assist.

Is the Florence suitable as a mobility chair for an older or less mobile person?
Yes — it's designed as a riser recliner for people who find standing from a deep chair difficult, combining the tilt-forward rise with everyday comfort tech. It's premium comfort furniture rather than prescribed medical equipment, so if there are specific health needs it's worth checking the fit; our specialists can advise before you order.

Will the Florence riser chair fit through my standard UK door?
Yes. It's built with smart modular construction and a removable backrest, so our expert delivery team can navigate standard UK doorframes, narrow hallways and stairwells to get the chair into your room of choice — backed by our Fit-Through-Your-Door Guarantee.

Is the power socket inside the pocket safe to use for laptops?
Absolutely. The single socket takes a standard UK plug and is designed for charging laptops and tablets, or even powering a games console directly from your seat, out of sight and off the floor.

Is it plug-in or battery powered?
Mains plug-in, with all functions available at once — recline, massage, heat, lighting and speaker together. Power draw is negligible when idle, and the motor only uses power while the chair is actually moving.

What guarantees come with the Florence riser?
Every Florence is covered by the 5-Year Structural Frame Guarantee, the Fit-Through-Your-Door Guarantee and the 14-Day Comfort Guarantee, with optional 5-Year Furniture Protection available on qualifying purchases. Our in-house repairs team fixes what we build.

What is the best riser recliner chair for standing up easily?
The best riser recliner is one whose motor lifts and tilts you forward so you rise with minimal joint strain — which is exactly what the Florence dual-motor riser does, adding 8-point massage, targeted heat, a power headrest and USB-C charging, all in life-proof charcoal grey resilience fabric from The Sofa Shop.