How to Take Apart a Lazy-Boy Recliner • Chairs Arena

Also known as La-Z-Boy, the Lazy-Boy recliner is a popular super comfy reclining chair. It’s also a bit bulky, and moving it can be challenging. To overcome the challenge, these trendy recliners feature detachable pieces. So, instead of squeezing a Lazy-Boy recliner through small openings, you can take it apart and quickly move it when shifting places.

Note also that the Lazy-Boy recliner chair comprises brackets at the back. These can become loose, necessitating tightening. Alternatively, you may want to reupholster your couch. Whichever the reason, it’s essential to know how to take apart a Lazy-Boy recliner. The skill can help you address any of the mentioned needs efficiently.

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How to Take Apart a Lazy Boy Recliner

La-Z-Boy is the home of different couches ranging from nursery, wall, rocket, swivel, and power recliners, as well as gliders. Each category comprises different features. So, it’s intelligent to read through the manufacturer’s manual to understand your recliner chair’s mechanisms. Consequently, it’ll be much easier to disassemble and assemble the sofa.

Before starting to take apart the recliner, it’s essential to gather the necessary tools first. Fetching a helping hand is OK though not a must-have requirement. You’ll also need a flat head or a slotted screwdriver.

If you’ve got a powered recliner, make sure to have an adjustable wrench alongside the screwdriver. Perhaps you intend to take the recliner apart to reupholster. In that case, a cutter will be necessary.

Step 1:

After disassembling, you’ll also be reassembling your cool Lazy-Boy recliner chair. So, make sure to label the parts (use resealable bags and label them accordingly) or take digital photos for a more manageable setup. Alternatively, you can access the assembly procedure from the La-Z-Boy company website.

You’re now through with the preparation bit. Up next: the step by step guide of how to take apart a Lazy-Boy recliner.

Remove and set apart any pillows and slipcovers. Next, remove the back cushion by rotating (upward) the levers that secure it. The levers are often located in the gap on the backrest, and you can easily feel them using your fingers. If your cool Lazy-Boy recliner chair is close to the wall, you need to pull it away to create space for the process.

Step 2:

With the cushion removed, turn the sofa upside-down and have the base facing the ceiling in order to access the chair’s framework. In a counterclockwise motion, use a flat blade screwdriver to remove the screws. Make sure to set them apart in a safe place since you’ll need them during setup. Next, pull the bracket out, but the force applied should be towards the sofa’s center and away from the arms.

Step 3:

The next step is to deconstruct the rest of the sofa. So, put back the recliner to its usual upright position. Lift the cushion to locate the bolts on the rear side of the cushion towards the sofa’s arms. Remove the bolts using your adjustable wrench. Remember to keep them safe too. You can now detach the seat cushion from the base of the chair.

While some Lazy Boy recliner chairs are modular, others are not. The pieces of a modular unit include same sized back and arms. The ottomans are also as tall as the seat. Therefore, you can configure, rearrange and move the sofa, and have the pieces perfectly fit into each other.

If you have a modular unit, the next step is to disconnect its sections. Often swing-arm latch brackets help to connect the different sections of a modular lazy-boy recliner chair. To release the brackets, slide the chair into an unlocked position. Next, pull the parts and set them aside.

The backrest of a La-Z chair also has metal brackets. When taking apart the recliner chair, the levers attached to the brackets have to be released. You’ll accomplish that by lifting the bottom rear corners of the chair’s upholstery, then use a screwdriver to release the levers. Then, lift the backrest to detach it from the chair’s frame. The easiest way to go about that is by rocking the chair side-to-side while pulling the backrest upwards.

It really doesn’t matter whether you’re taking apart a powered or a non-powered lazy boy recliner chair. The above-outlined steps apply for either case. However, it’s worth mentioning that some cool Lazy-Boy chairs feature wires at the back. Those have to be disconnected first before dismantling the sofa. To accomplish that, recline the chair’s back and seat, then turn it forward and disconnect.

Tightening the Screws

With time, the brackets at the back of a La-Z-Boy recliner can become loose. When taking apart a Lazy-Boy Recliner chair to move, it’s brilliant to grab the chance to check and tighten the screws.

In addition, make sure to check on the brackets of the body and tighten them as well. These are responsible for keeping the back of your cool Lazy-Boy recliner chair in place. Also, it’s easy to access them since they are often exposed.

Remember, you should work on the loose screws after removing the recliners back. Tightening the brackets is critical to prevent back and forth wobbling of the sofas back. Once that’s done, you can now reinstall your cool Lazy-Boy recliner chair.

How to Put a La-Z Boy Recliner Chair Back Together

Having learned how to put apart a Lazy-Boy recliner chair apart to move, following is the setup procedure:

After having the arms in place, push the sofa forward until its arms touch the floor.
Lift the back at a slight angle to have the brackets at the back aligned with those on the sofa’s body.
Roll the recliner onto the body, and ensure that the brackets are engaged before attempting the next step.
If the brackets are appropriately positioned, use the screwdriver to push down the locking levers then, return the recliner to its normal upright position.
Gently twist the rocker from side to side to test the installation. A properly installed la-z rocking chair shouldn’t move after setting it up. If neither side moves after installation, confirm that the brackets are locked down before using your sofa.

FAQs

Do reclining couches come apart?

Yes. Most recliner couches come apart, making them easy-to-move pieces of furniture. While some recliners feature detachable backs often secured by easy-to-remove locking levers, other designs comprise removable bars at their base. The latter can be dissembled further, making them super portable.

Can you fit a recliner in a sedan?

It’s advisable to avoid squeezing a recliner into any space. Else, you might damage the sofa. Instead, simply take it apart since the disassembling procedure is pretty straightforward.