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Alma Swivel Lounge Chair | Bronzer Brown

  • Alma Swivel Lounge Chair | Bronzer Brown

  • solid wood
  • Recycled materials

The 3-second version

  • Swivels 360 degrees on a concealed base mechanism
  • Fully upholstered in chenille velvet with no exposed frame
  • Low 16-inch seat height with sloped arms
  • Tapers to 14 inches at back of seat
  • 64 pounds—difficult to move once placed
  • Fixed cushions cannot be removed or flipped

Why it's on GiftsFeed

Chenille velvet swivel chair with sloped arms and full rotation

Most lounge chairs either swivel or look comfortable, but rarely both. Office-style swivel chairs sit too high and feel too utilitarian for a living room, while low-slung upholstered chairs force you to stand up and reposition them every time you want to face a different direction. This chair solves that by hiding the swivel mechanism under continuous upholstery, so you get full rotation without the visual weight of an exposed metal base. The difference matters if you want flexible seating that doesn't announce itself as flexible seating.

Good gift when

  • People who rearrange seating positions often during the day
  • Living rooms where a single chair needs to serve multiple conversation areas
  • Anyone who wants swivel function without office-chair aesthetics
  • Rooms with low-profile furniture throughout

Skip it if The seat tapers to 14 inches at the back, which may feel confining if you prefer wider chairs or sit with legs tucked underneath you.

Specs

Overall Dimensions
31"W × 32"D × 28"H
Seat Height
16"
Seat Depth
23"
Seat Width (Front)
20.5"
Seat Width (Back)
14"
Armrest Height
22"
Backrest Height Above Seat
12"
Weight Capacity
275 lb
Item Weight
64 lb
Frame Materials
Kiln-dried solid pine and rubberwood, engineered hardwood
Upholstery Fabric
65% polyester, 35% recycled polyester chenille velvet
Cushioning
High-resilience foam wrapped in poly-fiber, feather down
Assembly
Arrives fully assembled
Use
Indoor only

What's included

  • Alma Swivel Lounge Chair
  • Foot glides

If you're giving it

  • No sizing to guess

Large item ships in manufacturer packaging; plan for home delivery logistics.

The maker

Swivel chairs used to mean office furniture or mid-century statement pieces with exposed metal bases. This design hides the rotating mechanism entirely, wrapping the whole form in fabric so the swivel function becomes a practical feature rather than a visual centerpiece. The low profile and sloped arms give it a relaxed, informal look that works in living rooms where a traditional club chair might feel too formal.

The tapered seat—wider at the front, narrower at the back—follows the natural way most people sit in a lounge chair, with weight distributed forward and shoulders angled slightly inward.

The details

This lounge chair turns completely around without getting up. The swivel mechanism underneath the frame lets you rotate a full circle, so you can face the television, reach for something behind you, or join a conversation on the other side of the room without dragging furniture across the floor.

The upholstery is chenille velvet in a bronzer brown shade, covering the seat, back, and sloped arms from edge to edge. No exposed wood or visible hardware interrupts the fabric surface. The cushioning is fixed in place rather than removable, with high-resilience foam wrapped in fiber fill. A kiln-dried frame made from solid pine, rubberwood, and engineered hardwood provides the structure, reinforced at the joints.

The chair sits lower than most conventional seating. The seat height measures 16 inches from the floor, and the back rises 12 inches above that point. The arms slope from 22 inches at their highest down to meet the seat, creating a rounded silhouette. The seating area tapers from 20.5 inches wide at the front edge to 14 inches where the seat meets the back—narrower than a standard armchair but wide enough for one person to settle in comfortably.

The swivel base rests 1.5 inches above the floor and includes foot glides to protect hard surfaces. The entire chair weighs 64 pounds and supports up to 275 pounds. It ships fully assembled in a single box and is intended for indoor use only.

Low-profile lounge seating that turns 360 degrees on a hidden base

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Questions

Can I remove the cushions for cleaning?
No, the cushioning is fixed in place. The foam core is wrapped in fiber and upholstered directly to the frame, so the seat and back cannot be removed or taken apart for cleaning.
Does the swivel mechanism lock in place?
No, the chair rotates freely 360 degrees and does not include a locking feature. It will turn whenever you shift your weight or push off with your feet.
Will this work on hardwood floors without scratching?
Yes, the base includes foot glides designed to protect hard surfaces. The swivel mechanism allows the chair to rotate without dragging across the floor.
How much clearance do I need under the chair?
The base sits 1.5 inches above the floor, so you'll need at least that much clearance for the swivel mechanism to function. Nothing can be stored underneath.
Is the velvet upholstery durable for everyday use?
Chenille velvet is softer and more prone to showing wear than tightly woven fabrics. It will develop a lived-in appearance with regular contact, especially on the armrests and seat edges where friction is highest.

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