A swivel leather armchair is worth buying only if you check five things before you pay: the actual seat size, the swivel base and mechanism, the upholstery type, what arrives in the box, and the store’s delivery, returns and warranty terms. In practice, that means reading the dimensions carefully, confirming whether the chair is upright or lounge-angled, checking whether it is leather or PU leather, and making sure the after-sales terms suit a large furniture purchase.
For this type of chair, the safest approach is simple: buy by use first, then by material and footprint. A living-room swivel lounge chair, a low-back desk-side chair, and a five-star office chair all swivel, but they sit differently, take up different amounts of space, and arrive with different assembly and delivery expectations.
How to choose the right one
Start with the room and the way you will sit in the chair. If you want a chair for long, relaxed sitting, look at lounge-style models in the Eames Lounge Chairs category, where there are 39 models from €275 to €1199, with examples such as 84 x 85 x 89 cm. If you want a compact swivel seat with a smaller visual footprint, a low-back option may make more sense.
Then check whether you need a lounge chair, an office chair, or a dining-style seat. The Eames Office Chairs category has 38 models from €179 to €409, with example size 59 x 61 x 90 cm. That gives you a good benchmark for chairs designed around desks rather than lounging.
If you want a compact occasional swivel chair, the Decomica D266 Low Back Tan Brown PU Leather Plywood Swivel Chair is €199. If you are considering a leather office-style option, the Eames office chair EA 217 Light Grey Leather – Replica – Soft pad Low back is €339, 59 x 61 x 90 cm (W x L x H).
For a larger lounge format, compare the footprint of chair-and-ottoman sets. The Classic Charles Eames Lounge Chair And Ottoman Replica Tan Brown Leather – Walnut Wood Normal Base is €839, 87 x 85 x 84 cm (W x L x H), while the Tall Version Eames Lounge Chair And Ottoman Replica – Black – Walnut Wood is €949, 84 x 85 x 89 cm (W x L x H). A taller back can matter if standard lounge proportions feel low to you.
Swivel leather armchair buying checks that matter most
1. Check the dimensions, not the photos. Product images can make a chair look either compact or oversized. Use the written dimensions to see whether the chair fits the room, clears nearby furniture, and leaves enough turning space for the swivel movement.
2. Confirm the upholstery. This shop sells leather, PU leather and mesh upholstery, not fabric upholstery. PU leather is practical and wipes clean. Aniline and full-grain leather should be wiped with a dry or barely damp cloth, never with abrasive or solvent cleaners, and kept out of direct sun, especially white leather. For more on leather types, see What is Eames lounge chair leather? and How to Clean & Care for a Leather Eames Lounge Chair.
3. Check the base and movement. Office chairs use polished or chromed aluminium five-star bases. Lounge-chair frames are listed as stainless steel or chrome depending on the model. If you need castors, seat-height adjustment or tilt, look at office-style chairs rather than lounge chairs. For example, the published specification for the ES104 lobby chair says it has a polished or chromed aluminium five-star base on castors, height-adjustable gas lift, 360° swivel and tilt.
4. Decide whether you want an ottoman. Some buyers think they are comparing chairs, but are really comparing chair-only and chair-plus-ottoman formats. For example, the Classic Charles Eames Lounge Ottoman Replica Black Leather Rose Wood is €275, 64 x 54 x 44 cm (W x L x H), while chair-and-ottoman sets are priced and sized separately. That changes both the budget and the floor space you need.
5. Read the delivery and return terms before ordering. Orders are dispatched within 1–2 working days of confirmation and delivered by DPD, fully tracked. Delivery typically arrives within 6–9 working days door to door, and tracking details are emailed as soon as the order is dispatched. Weekend delivery is not part of the standard service.
6. Check how many boxes are likely to arrive. Most single-product orders ship in one package, but larger items may arrive in several boxes. A lounge chair and ottoman set typically ships in two packages. Multi-item orders may be split across deliveries but are dispatched together.
7. Keep the packaging during the return window. Every piece is inspected by the shop’s own team before it is boxed for dispatch. Keep the original packaging during the 14-day return window, because returns must be repacked in it.
Quick comparison of current options and price bands
| Category | Models | Current price range | Example size | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Designer Lighting | 4 | €190–€479 | 50 x 50 x 20 cm | Designer Lighting |
| Le Corbusier | 8 | €639–€849 | 56 x 160 x 69 cm | Le Corbusier |
| Dining Chairs | 17 | €90–€249 | 47 x 53 x 83 cm | Dining Chairs |
| Eames Lounge Chairs | 39 | €275–€1199 | 84 x 85 x 89 cm | Eames Lounge Chairs |
| Eames Office Chairs | 38 | €179–€409 | 59 x 61 x 90 cm | Eames Office Chairs |
| Rocking Chairs | 3 | €149–€149 | 63 x 81 x 76 cm | Rocking Chairs |
| Accessories | 6 | €139–€479 | 50 x 50 x 20 cm | Accessories |
| Special Offers | 13 | €90–€849 | 72 x 70 x 91 cm | Special Offers |
If you are narrowing the search to lounge seating with swivel-style presence, compare sizes across the main lounge range.
Examples include the Premium Eames Lounge Chair And Ottoman Replica Waxy Chocolate Polished Leather Walnut Wood at €999, 87 x 85 x 84 cm (W x L x H), the Premium Eames Lounge Chair And Ottoman Replica Waxy Dark Green Polished Leather Rose Wood at €999, 87 x 85 x 84 cm (W x L x H), and the Tall Version Eames Lounge Chair And Ottoman Replica – Waxy Brown – Walnut Wood at €1199, 89 x 89 x 89 cm (W x L x H).
What it costs and what delivery involves
The simplest budget split is this: compact PU leather swivel seating starts lower, office-style leather seating sits in the middle, and larger lounge chair sets cost more because they include more material and often an ottoman. Current examples range from the €199 low-back PU swivel chair to tall lounge sets at €1199.
Delivery is free, with no minimum order value, to the 25 countries available at checkout: Austria, Belgium, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and the United Kingdom. The price shown is the price paid, with no extra charge added at checkout and no customs or handling charge collected on delivery in these countries.
Bulgaria, Greece, Malta and Cyprus are not offered at checkout; customers there must email support@decomica.com before ordering. Payment is by credit and debit card, Apple Pay, Google Pay and PayPal at checkout. Klarna and other buy-now-pay-later services are not accepted; bank transfer is only by arrangement with support@decomica.com.
Returns are straightforward if you read the terms first. You have 14 days from delivery to request a return; items must be unused and in their original packaging, and nothing may be sent back without a return authorisation from support@decomica.com. For a change of mind, the refund is made minus a €40 return fee that covers the DPD collection.
If an item arrives faulty, damaged in transit or wrong, the return is free: DPD collects it from your door and the shop sends a replacement or a full refund. Report it within 14 days with a few photos. Every piece also has a 2-year warranty against manufacturing defects.
Common mistakes buyers make
Buying by style name instead of sitting purpose. A low-back swivel chair, a lobby-style office chair and a lounge chair can all look suitable in photos, but they are built for different uses. If you need desk movement and adjustable height, go to office chairs first, not lounge chairs.
Ignoring width and turning space. A chair may fit the wall width but still feel cramped if the arms, base or ottoman block movement. Measure the footprint and allow room for the swivel action and for getting in and out comfortably.
Missing the upholstery difference. Leather and PU leather behave differently over time and in care. If easy wipe-clean maintenance matters most, PU leather may suit you better. If you choose white or light leather, keep it out of direct sun.
Forgetting assembly expectations. Large lounge sets usually need less assembly than sets of dining chairs, but dining chairs do need minor assembly such as four screws per chair, with Allen key and instructions supplied. If you are also furnishing a dining area, compare options like the Set of Two Eames DSW Chairs Replica PU Leather Black at €90, 47 x 53 x 83 cm (W x L x H) and the Set of Four Eames DSW Chairs Replica PU Leather Black at €150, 47 x 53 x 83 cm (W x L x H).
Not checking whether the product is a reproduction. Every product page says the pieces are reproductions inspired by mid-century designs and are not made by or affiliated with the original licence holders. If that matters to you, check it before ordering rather than after delivery.
Skipping quality basics. Before buying, check stitching, frame finish, and the listed mechanism or base type. A useful general guide is How to Choose a Quality Furniture Replica: 8 Things to Check Before You Buy. For background on the original design context, the Museum of Modern Art is a neutral reference source.
Frequently asked questions
Is leather or PU leather better for this kind of chair?
It depends on what matters more to you. PU leather is practical and wipes clean. Leather is a different material choice and needs gentler care: use a dry or barely damp cloth, avoid abrasive or solvent cleaners, and keep it out of direct sun, especially in white. The shop sells leather, PU leather and mesh upholstery, not fabric upholstery.
How do I know whether a lounge chair will fit me better in standard or tall format?
Check the published dimensions first. A standard lounge example is €839, 87 x 85 x 84 cm (W x L x H). Tall versions include options such as the white rosewood model at €949, 84 x 85 x 89 cm (W x L x H), the ivory walnut model at €1049, 84 x 85 x 89 cm (W x L x H), and the black rose wood elephant base model at €949, 87 x 85 x 93 cm (W x L x H). The extra height is the key difference to compare with your own preference and room scale.
What happens after I place the order?
Orders are dispatched within 1–2 working days of confirmation. Delivery is by DPD, fully tracked, and typically arrives within 6–9 working days door to door. Tracking details are emailed as soon as the order is dispatched. Weekend delivery is not part of the standard service.
Can I return a chair if I change my mind?
Yes, within 14 days of delivery, as long as it is unused and in the original packaging, and you first get return authorisation from support@decomica.com. For a change of mind, the refund is made minus a €40 return fee that covers DPD collection. If the item is faulty, damaged in transit or wrong, collection and return are free.
What support is available before or after purchase?
Support is by email at support@decomica.com, with replies typically within 24–48 hours, and live chat on every page. There is no telephone support. The shop is online-only with no showroom. Trade and bulk orders for offices, hotels and restaurants can ask for a quote by email.
Last checked: 8 October 2026
By Decomica Editorial
