How to Buy Accent Chairs

An accent chair can provide an added boost to your decor, while also providing extra seating that we all seem to need. Accent chairs come in as many varieties as you can imagine. That means it's possible to find that perfect chair for your room.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

1. Find a location for the chair. How much room you have for the chair determines the type of chair you purchase. Accent chairs are available small enough to fit in that nook next to your entertainment center, and other chairs are large enough to seat two people.

2. Examine your existing decor. Your accent chair looks out of place if it doesn't fit with your style. However, if you're looking to make a change, this is a great time to get started.

3. Imagine what you want. Look through magazines or browse online furniture stores to find the best size, shape and overall design for your chair. This gives you a clear goal when you start shopping.

4. Compare fabrics and wood colors to your existing furniture. Your salesperson might be able to provide you with samples to take home, or you can bring your digital camera with you and snap a few pictures. This is also a good time to measure the chair and make sure it fits in the designated space.

Tips & Warnings

• Shop in your own home if you're short on cash. An old dining room chair or office chair can be revitalized and turned into an accent chair.

Resources

• Everything Furniture has a wide selection of accent chairs.
• Just Accent Chairs claims to have the best selection online.