Recliners
by FlexSteel
Engineered to Last a Lifetime
At the core of our upholstered seating is Flexsteel’s very own Blue Steel Spring. This patented component is not hidden behind a fabric dust cover. It is left in plain sight so customers can see the remarkable technology that powers our lifetime guarantee.
The all-riveted, high-carbon, steel banded system gives each one of our couches and chairs lasting strength and comfort. Over the years we have refined and perfected the original Blue Steel Spring to better suit the advancement in furniture construction and ensure the highest level of quality.
Today, we make four varieties of Blue Steel Springs, all right here in the USA at our plant in Dubuque, Iowa. While built on the same scientific principles, each variety places extra support where needed most for the specific couch or chair in which it lives.
Soft styling complements classic details.
Bay Bridge has the look of a family heirloom and the feel of brand-new upholstery. Look closer and you'll notice all the vintage details: tightly rolled arms, a rounded footrest, back and side panels lined with welt cord and nailhead trim, and round bun feet. A smooth reclining mechanism lets you change angles effortlessly from an upright to a fully reclined position.
Traditional style and elevated comfort.
The Town collection surrounds you with a plush, automotive-inspired seat and arms for the ultimate comfort experience. Accented with nailhead trim, this power recliner's traditional style will bring added character to your space. The Blue Steel Spring ensures this piece is in it for the long-haul. The power button adjusts the headrest and recline independently, letting you change angles from an upright to a fully reclined position - but not lose your ability to watch your favorite game or show when fully reclined by using the power headrest option to raise your head and neck.Charge your electronics with the provided USB port in the power button. A high-density seat cushion provides a supportive seat for years to come. Town's surrounding comfort and durability will make it a spot you'll go to again and again.
Designed to be strong, supportive, and comfortable.
Living up to its name, Hercules is strong and reliable. Its heavy-duty spring is rated for 400 pounds, and the frame is built to stand the test of time. Hercules has generous padding all around its large-scale frame including the high-back seat, which provides additional comfort. The traditional round arms, gathered stitching, and fully padded footrest will have you relaxing in ultimate luxury. A power reclining mechanism lets you change angles effortlessly from an upright to a fully reclined position with the touch of a button.
Equestrian: Vintage styling with generous proportions.
Thornton: Simple, classic tailoring in a timeless style.
Westside: Deep seating with refined style.
The Blue Steel Spring: We Build Flexsteel Furniture to Last
Our Blue Steel Spring is what makes this promise possible. First used by Swiss Railway in 1910 to make its train car seating last longer, the Blue Steel Spring has proven its worth again and again. When paired with a high-density hardwood frame this superior technology gives our couches and chairs a nearly indestructible foundation that lasts a lifetime.
The Blue Steel Spring was invented in 1910 by Swiss engineer E.W. Schlappritzi. While studying the laws of flexibility at the University of Zurich, he conceived of a new and better performing spring for use in a variety of manufacturing categories. Schlappritzi experimented with materials and forms, tinkered and tweaked to determine the right combination for peak performance. The final product was an all steel spring with a unique helical shape that was—by all standards—superior to its predecessors.
The first commercial application of the spring was in European railway train car seats. Despite the daily impact of hurried passengers, the innovative new design gave seats exceptional durability and a longer life.
Schlappritzi went on to work in the United States, then returned home to serve as a Captain in the Swiss Army. In 1918, he came back to the U.S. where he formed the Sanitas Spring Corporation. While he saw some success making springs for beds, sofas, and chairs, his business did not flourish as he had hoped.
In 1925, nearly out of money and losing hope, Schlappritzi met Cliff Curtis and Herb Bertsch of the Grau-Curtis Company. Looking for a way to differentiate their upholstered furniture from the competition, they began using Schlappritzi’s unique spring in their furniture. The “bottomless spring” as they called it, proved such a distinctive selling point that in 1927 Grau-Curtis bought half of the Sanitas Spring Company later renaming it to Flexsteel Spring Corporation.
More than one hundred years since its creation, the Blue Steel Spring continues to differentiate Flexsteel products.
The strength and resilience of the Blue Steel Spring creates a “just right” balance of softness and support as well as enduring construction. And, unlike traditional eight-way hand tied systems offered by other furniture makers, our upholstered seating never needs a tune-up or tweak.
So whether you’ve got big people or little people, wild jumpers or careless ploppers—not to worry—the Blue Steel Spring has got your back.
Whistler: An insightful take ona classic recliner.
Zevon: A cohesive blend of modern and traditional design.
Aiden: Transitional style meets overall comfort.
Apollo: Ample room for stretching out and getting comfortable.
Chance: A welcoming frame with padded accents.
Cody: Clean lines meet contoured styling.
Fenwick: Aesthetic appeal highlighted with cross-stitching detail.
Grant: Biscuit tufting with all-around comfort.
Holton: Bold confidence on a durable structure.
Horizon: Extra lumbar support for hours of comfortable seating.
Journey: Contoured comfort coupled with transitional style.
Mustang: Harmonious design with sink-in comfort.
Nance: Modern styling highlighted with heavy-thread stitching.
Saddle: Smooth styling, extreme comfort
Stanley: Traditional styling, superior comfort.
Trip: Classic comfort
Zoey: Soft lines on a curvy silhouette.
Wicklow: Trendy style with puckered stitching and contrasting seams.
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