A rocking chair sits on curved rockers, so it moves back and forth as you sit. This collection has two wooden rocking chairs with armrests, and the choice between them is the look of the back and seat: curved wooden panels, or an upholstered back and seat.
Wooden Panels or an Upholstered Back
One rocking chair has curved wooden back panels and a wooden seat, so what you see is the wood and its finish. The other has an upholstered back and seat on a wooden frame, listed in three upholstery colors (orange, white and blue) and two wood finishes (natural and walnut).
If you want an all-wood look, the panel design is the one to look at. If you want a color that matches the room, the upholstered design gives you more to choose from. Check the product page for the options currently listed.
Space, Movement and What to Check
A rocking chair needs more floor space than a fixed chair, because the rockers extend past the seat and travel as the chair moves. Measure the spot before you order, read the product specifications for the size, and confirm the seat height if it matters to you.
If you would rather have armrests on a chair that does not rock, our arm chairs include fixed designs. To compare other types of seating, see all our chairs.
FAQs
How much space does a rocking chair need?
Enough clear floor for the rockers to travel in front of and behind the chair, plus room around it so the arms and back do not touch a wall or table. Compare the size in the product specifications with the spot you have, and remember that the rockers make the chair longer than the seat alone.
What is the difference between a wooden-panel back and an upholstered back?
A wooden-panel back is made of curved wooden panels, so the chair is wood from the seat to the top of the back, and the finish is what sets it apart. An upholstered back and seat are covered with upholstery on a wooden frame, so the upholstery color and the wood finish are both part of the choice.
Which upholstery colors and wood finishes are listed?
The upholstered rocking chair is listed in orange, white and blue upholstery with natural or walnut wood, and each color is listed with both finishes, which gives six combinations. The wooden-panel rocking chair is listed as a single option. Check the product page for the options currently available.
