Chesterfield Furniture – Style Over Comfort?

As all of you are doubtless aware, the Chesterfield settee has long been a symbol of classic English style, common placements being anywhere from the corner of a bedroom, to the halls of Buckingham palace. But, in these modern times where life is more about comfort rather than formality, is the Chesterfield too much of a compromise for modern living? Certainly not- is the answer given by Steve Laidlaw, Director of Distinctive Chesterfields Ltd, a supplier of high quality chesterfield furniture. The question should really be ‘which style suits my needs best?’ There are three basic styles to make your decision from- the Queen Anne, a high back, formal seat. The Buttoned or Tufted Base, a highly sprung low back with a firm, though comfortable seat. And the Cushioned Base, the softest of the bunch, and more suited to laying and lounging. Further to this, you can also select different fillings in the cushions, different rates of spring on the back, even different arm heights and depths. So, in conclusion, the question is not whether the Chesterfield is comfortable enough to be useable, but more what do you want out of your settee.