Buy Photo A living room without a reading chair is like a spa bathroom without a big tub. Add a cozy reading corner, though, and the room starts to get friendly. “Comfortable furniture will make you want to stay in the room, and any room that makes me want to actually spend time in there is a winner for me,” says Emily Henderson, an L.A.-based stylist and author of “Styled.” There are thousands of chair options out there and so many factors to consider — height, width, material, color — so we asked for professional advice from Henderson and Nicole Lanteri, a D.C. interior decorator. Henderson says the most important thing is comfort, “as you will be sitting in it for long periods of time.” That doesn’t mean the same thing to everyone. “My husband likes to sit upright and have a pretty firm chair, [whereas] I’d rather curl up in a chair with a blanket to read,” Lanteri says. Once you find your match, you’ll want a spot for your feet (Lanteri suggests a small leather pouf) and adequate lighting.
Look for a floor lamp with a height of 50 to 60 inches, ideally with a dimmer and without glare. You can set up a pair of chairs in a family room, or one off by itself in an otherwise forlorn corner of the house. Just try not to overstyle your reading nook with too many accessories, Henderson says. No matter what, just make sure you like how the chair feels. “There’s looking-at chairs and there’s sitting-in chairs,” Henderson says with a laugh. When matching chairs to other furniture in a room, Lanteri says, pay the most attention to the style of the legs. Plus, the seat cushion is made with down. “A down cushion always helps to keep the chair looking nice and comfy for years to come,” Henderson says. ● Mid-century-style chairs often have low backs, so if you’d like somewhere to rest your head, pay attention to measurements or try out the chair in person. ● “A reading chair is a great spot to have [a] bold pattern that you might not put on a sofa,” Lanteri says. “You can even do things like add nailhead trim or contrasting piping on the fabric.”
And measure the seat height of both the sofa and chairs to keep them the same; it makes conversation easier. ● Henderson pays attention to the height of chair legs. “For the most inviting chair, go for a shorter leg,” she says. “Chunky legs are mentally more comfortable to sit on than spindly legs.” ● Upholstered arms tend to be most comfortable when you’re sinking into a novel, but ultimately, it comes down to personal preference. The arms also give the chair a slim profile — good for smaller spaces. ● If you have little kids who like curling up with you, think about finding an oversize chair for your family room, says Lanteri, part of Home & Design magazine’s Hot Talent for 2015. Henderson advises that a deep seat such as this one is best if you plan on curling up in the chair or putting your feet up; it might be uncomfortable if you like to keep your feet on the floor. More from Lifestyle: Chat Thursday at 11 a.m. Designer Nancy Twomey joins staff writer Jura Koncius for our weekly online Q&A on decorating and household advice.
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Thank you Seven Wen for your A2A.How to add to the already given.... These are on correct: Sit in a soft chair, sit on a firm chair, relax in that comfortable chair, rest in the chair, rest yourself on that chair. And there are more options yet. In English class, I would opt for the easiest choice of "Sit on the chair". In speaking with native English speakers we tend to not worry about sitting on or in a chair. The choice of in/on might be important when the speaker is speaking to an exhausted person they have empathy for. In that case, the speaker will likely say, "Sit in that chair. Make yourself comfortable," The exhausted person just wants any chair to sit on/in.The chair has a back and possibly sides, so it's kind of like being in a box. If it's more open, like a bench or a couch or a stool, use "on." That's the most logical explanation I have. Patients, Families & Visitors Patient & Visitor Resources For more help and information, visit the UPMC contact us page.
Total Hip Replacement Precautions These guidelines are for those who have had hip replacement surgery. Learn more about your options in UPMC’s overview of hip pain. Continue to use the following guidelines until your doctor tells you otherwise. Avoid bending past 90 degrees. Avoid twisting your leg in or out. Avoid crossing your legs. Lie on your back while resting in bed. Keep a pillow between your thighs to prevent your knees from touching. You must have a pillow between your thighs if you lie on your side. Scoot to the edge of the bed or chair before standing. Keep your involved leg in front of the other when getting up from a chair or bed. Sit in chairs higher than knee height. Sit in a firm, straight-back chair with arm rests. DO NOT sit on soft chairs, rocking chairs, sofas, or stools. Continue to use your walker, crutches, or cane until your doctor tells you otherwise. Wear well-fitting shoes with non-skid soles.
Get up and move around every hour. Take short, frequent walks. Be careful on uneven ground or wet surfaces. Maintain your weight-bearing status as instructed until your doctor or therapist tells you otherwise. Avoid pivoting on your operated leg. Take small steps when turning. Use a raised toilet seat at or above knee height. Avoid twisting during personal hygiene. Take sponge baths or purchase a tub bench. You may use a walk-in shower. DO NOT bend or reach for the tub controls. DO NOT bend or squat to wash your legs and feet. Use long-handled equipment to reach them. DO NOT sit in the bottom of a regular bathtub; use a tub seat or bench. Use long-handled equipment to get dressed. Sit down when passing clothing over your feet. DO NOT bend over, raise your legs, or cross your legs when you get dressed. Use long-handled reachers, mops, brooms, or dustpans to do simple chores that would involve bending, stooping, or twisting (such as washing floors, dusting low tables, or making beds).