Great question! I was thinking about doing the same thing after a move to a bigger space. The Strandmon was the one I was debating on. I think everyone here has sold me on it. No offense to the Poang lovers, had one years ago and my head hits the curve at the top giving me a neck ache. Answer from marymarymillidweeb on reddit.com
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A tub chair or contemporary armchair can be a perfect complement to your sofa arrangement. A wing back or high back armchair can create a great reading spot, with a strategically positioned floor lamp placed beside it.
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r/IKEA on Reddit: Whats your favorite IKEA reading chair or reading setup?
April 24, 2024 -
I am moving to a larger place and I really want to get a dedicated reading chair, as I dislike reading on the couch or in bed.
After doing a ton of research, it seems that IKEA is still the best game in town when it comes to the cross section of longevity and affordability, so I will be buying this (and a few other items) from IKEA when the time comes.
Please tell me your favorite IKEA reading chair (or chair + ottoman combo).
Thank you!
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Strandmon is great and the velvet ones are pretty cat resistant to a point. It’s just a great design. If I were going for looks and needed a chair I’d go with the oskarshamn but I think it has a bit of a bigger presence than the Strandmon.
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Just set up my reading room! Yellow strandmon chair and ottoman, with a tartan blanket draped over the back, walnut billy bookcase and a ton of fake plants (not enough natural light in my reading room for any real plants to survive ☹️) a fish tank and some fairy lights and it’s divine! Saving up for a barometer floor lamp and it will be complete
Best comfortable chair for a small office space?
I live in the Chicago area. There are quite a few, local “used” office equipment/furniture companies. Many have “showroom” style areas, but if you have something more specific in mind, they can walk you through their overstock area. Office equipment comes from liquidation due to office closure & Office equipment dealers offer “trade-in” credit. That excess stock moves to the secondary market, “used office furniture”. I have walked a “used office furniture” warehouse. There is nice furniture available. Be it from an executive office, a conference room, visitor’s office or just plain old, good condition, used furniture. I suggest measuring the “available chair/desk footprint” at home (since being in a larger showroom space might skew the perceived furniture size) then finding a local company with “used office furniture”. Get out there to try a few chairs. Be prepared to bargain and make an offer! I expect WFH office has softened the market. I think you can find a “gently used” chair, that meets your need for comfort, is of better quality and not necessarily much more expensive than an Ikea chair. I like Ikea and live close to one. Given a choice of chairs, I personally would hit the secondary market. Hope that helps! More on reddit.com
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if it had arms and an ottoman, it'd be an ok lounging chair but it seems awful in it's current state unless you're a kid or very tiny person. More on reddit.com
Whats your favorite IKEA reading chair or reading setup?
Great question! I was thinking about doing the same thing after a move to a bigger space. The Strandmon was the one I was debating on. I think everyone here has sold me on it. No offense to the Poang lovers, had one years ago and my head hits the curve at the top giving me a neck ache. More on reddit.com
Most comfortable ikea chair for lounging?
I've had Strandmon armchair for years and it's been very comfortable for longer sitting - I'm a medium-height woman. My father and brother also like it, though it's too big for my mother who is shorter. More on reddit.com
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DYVLINGE Swivel chair - Kelinge green
DYVLINGE Swivel chair - Kelinge green. Part of the Nytillverkad collection where several IKEA classics have been given a new look. In the Nytillverkad collection, the easy chair's cross base has 5 legs instead of 4 to minimize the risk of tipping.
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r/IKEA on Reddit: Best comfortable chair for a small office space?
May 5, 2023 -
I work long hours in a WFH job, any suggestions appreciated.
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I live in the Chicago area. There are quite a few, local “used” office equipment/furniture companies. Many have “showroom” style areas, but if you have something more specific in mind, they can walk you through their overstock area. Office equipment comes from liquidation due to office closure & Office equipment dealers offer “trade-in” credit. That excess stock moves to the secondary market, “used office furniture”. I have walked a “used office furniture” warehouse. There is nice furniture available. Be it from an executive office, a conference room, visitor’s office or just plain old, good condition, used furniture. I suggest measuring the “available chair/desk footprint” at home (since being in a larger showroom space might skew the perceived furniture size) then finding a local company with “used office furniture”. Get out there to try a few chairs. Be prepared to bargain and make an offer! I expect WFH office has softened the market. I think you can find a “gently used” chair, that meets your need for comfort, is of better quality and not necessarily much more expensive than an Ikea chair. I like Ikea and live close to one. Given a choice of chairs, I personally would hit the secondary market. Hope that helps!
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Don't get an IKEA chair. Spend the money to get a chair rated for that kind of use. Herman Miller Aeron or Embody. Steelcase Gesture or Leap.
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Soft, snuggly, and super comfortable chair that’s perfect for relaxing. Simple design, lightweight, and easy to move. In good condition and ready for pickup—just want it gone quickly!
Price $51.00
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19 Small-Space Chairs for Every Budget (Chic Accent Chairs) | Apartment Therapy
September 18, 2025 - A good accent chair can not only provide an additional cozy seat, but it can also be the piece that pulls your entire space together. Below, we rounded up 19 of the most comfortable chairs for small spaces that’ll give you the stylish seating you’re looking for without leaving your space feeling cramped.
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