Review of the La-Z-Boy Duo® Furniture Collection

La-Z-Boy has been in the reclining business since day one. Innovation begins with the customer and what the customer wants. The client lets them know what they’re missing in the furniture market. With this, La-Z-Boy would typically hear, “I want a recliner, but my wife doesn’t like it.” So it got them thinking, “what if we have something that appeals to both husband and wife?”

The cool thing about La-Z-Boy duo® furniture is it looks stationary but provides a motion concept. The leg rest initially moves, and then your seat moves, and then the back pushes out slightly for the perfect recline.

These contemporary pieces can go right up against the wall and provide the luxury of putting your feet up.  It looks like a regular sofa but performs like a recliner. 

1. What is La-Z-Boy duo® furniture?

Duo® is a collection of contemporary furniture styles including sectionals, sofas, loveseats, and chairs, all with the power to recline.

Simply use the side-mounted 2-button control panels to recline and raise the leg rests. Built-in USB ports charge your phones or tablets. And, the patented ComfortCore® cushions provide just the right support for a short or a long sit. Two 20” accent pillows are included with the sofa.

Duo® is ultra customizable, there are over 800 fabrics and leathers to choose from and 4 unique silhouettes that speak to four different lifestyles.

2. Product Features

Place duo® furniture  anywhere in your room including right up against the wall for what we call “zero wall proximity!” Duo® reclines with ease and can save space. The operation of the duo® is simple. It’s powered by one button for up and one button for down, and it also has a USB charging port.  

Go cordless: optional hidden battery pack lets you place duo anywhere.

Relax in style. The Powered leg rest provides limitless reclining positions on both sides, all at the touch of a button. 

Premier Construction: The Standard for La-Z-Boy® Comfort

Duo® furniture goes beyond good looks alone for added comfort and optimal firmness. These sofas, loveseats, sectionals, and chairs are made with Premier Construction. They have quality crafted frames and come with ComfortCore® cushions and custom details that can help you create a look that’s all your own. 

Patented ComfortCore cushions support your every curve with the perfect balance of firm support and luxurious softness.

➊ Quality-crafted frame consisting of kiln-dried hardwood and furniture-grade laminates

➋ Fully padded outside back, outside arms, and front post

➌ La-Z-Boy non-skid logo decking-sag sinuous wire seat and back springs to keep seat cushions in place

➍ Patented ComfortCore® seat cushions – zoned seating offers added support for the spine, hips and behind the knees

➎ Self-healing zippers fixed effortlessly by zipping and unzipping past the point where it has popped open with usage

➏ Accent pillows lined with accordion fabric for added loft

➐ Limited Lifetime Warranty on parts, mechanism, and frame

To learn more about La-Z-Boy ComfortCore cushion technology, take a look at this Review of La-Z-Boy’s Chair and Sofa Seat Cushions.

3. La-Z-Boy duo® furniture’s Three Different Silhouettes

A) Colby

Colby duo reclining furniture features graceful rolled arms, decorative wood legs, padded outer arms, and a padded outer back. Colby’s versatile frame can be dressed up for a formal setting, or dressed more casually for a family room.

Chair, loveseat, sofa

B) Bennett

With rolled cigar arms, a subtly scalloped back, our Bennett duo reclining furniture boasts details you might consider more refined than relaxed.

Chair, Loveseat, Sofa

C) Edie

La-Z-Boy Edie duo sofa, sectional & chair & a half has clean and casual design features. With padded outer arms, a padded back, tapered wood legs, and welt trim. Style‑shoppers will love the refined design. 

Sectional

4. Upgrades and Options For La-Z-Boy duo® furniture

Take some time to investigate your options so that your new furniture doesn’t suit your home; it suits your way of living. Furniture options are easy add-ons for minimal up-charges and can be a great way to make sure you are getting one that is precisely right for you. The duo series has various customizations, upgrades, and options that may only be available on specific styles and frames.

Upholstery / Cover Options

Your choice of fabric or leather upholstery is a pivotal decision when selecting a sofa for your home. Styles in the Duo® collection have hundreds of fabric and leather cover options to custom-create a look that’s uniquely yours. Choose from the latest colours, patterns, and textures. There are options to suit every style and budget.

Specialty fabrics: Unique fabrics made for your everyday needs

To learn more about environmentally friendly fabrics check out what are the best upholstery fabrics for the environment?

As with conventional furniture fabrics, conserve covers are wear-tested for safety, quality, and durability. So, they stay comfortable and beautiful for years after delivery. They come in a wide range of colours and patterns to complement your room.

To see what some of our covers would look like in your home, order your free sample fabric swatches!

Seat Cushions 

Firmer seat options are available at an additional cost. For more information view our Motion Furniture Collection catalogue and our in-depth Review of La-Z-Boy’s Chair and Sofa Seat Cushions.

Please note that reclining furniture purchased prior to January 2021 had the option to upgrade to airform cushions.  This cushion includes a two-inch layer of premium quality memory foam added on top of the standard foam base within the seat, chaise, and leg rest of the unit.

Wood Finish Options

Give your sofa legs a completely custom look with a different wood finish. Match your current décor or add striking contrast. Sofas in the Duo Collection come in a brown mahogany finish with three optional finishes: coffee and graphite.

Contrasting Welt Trim

Welt trim provides a tailored look to cushions and pillows but takes on an entirely new dimension in a contrasting colour. An unexpected touch, this decorative detail adds instant personality and highlights the sculptural lines of any silhouette.

Nailhead Trim 

Commonly used in more traditional pieces, nailhead trim is making a comeback. It accentuates the design lines of sofas, adding a handcrafted look that is both rustic and contemporary. Some duo® styles have brass, platinum, and black nailhead colour options.

Pillows

Are you looking for that perfect accent piece? Sofas from the duo collection come with matching pillows.  But if you are going for a bolder look, you can opt to get them in a contrasting cover that will set your furniture apart. Also, you can choose to add either a cord or fringe pillow edge treatment.

Add down fill feathers and upgrade your pillows to FeatherLite Comfort.

Left-hand power activator

Change the location of the 2-button mounted power controller with USB from right to left side sitting.

5. How Much Does It Cost?

Buying furniture is a significant investment. You will want to make sure you make the right choice for your specific needs. 

Duo® sofas have a higher price tag than the dozens of styles that we offer.  See how much a sofa costs.

Many factors influence the cost of a sectional, sofa, chair & loveseat. Quality, customization, and upgrades, to name a few. It’s essential to keep in mind how often your recliner will be used and its purpose. For up-to-date pricing, check out la-z-boy.com or contact a design consultant. 

*All La-Z-Boy prices listed in this article are subject to change. We aim to update all cost-related articles twice per year. This article was last updated in May 30th, 2023.  Contact your local Ottawa or Kingston location by phone or in person for up-to-date pricing.

6. Limited Lifetime Warranty

The Duo furniture line is built to last and backed with a Limited Lifetime Warranty assuring the protection of your investment and overall satisfaction. 

The Limited Lifetime Warranty covers the repair or replacement of the frame, spring systems, and the mechanism, given that they are quality-crafted and built for long-lasting comfort.  

While still quality-crafted, other aspects of the product, such as fabrics, leather, and cushion, are not meant to last a lifetime. These parts are still covered by the La-Z-Boy Manufacturer’s Warranty for a given period of time.  

For a more specific breakdown of the Premier Construction Limited Lifetime Warranty and what it covers, take a closer look below …

For information on the additional protection plans available at La-Z-Boy, read Is La-Z-Boy Extended Warranty Plan Worth It?

7. Is Duo® Right For You?

We consulted Jonathan, our La-Z-Boy rep for this review and he shared that, “he always jokingly refers to duo® as a compromise for people who have different needs. One wants to recline, and the other doesn’t but having duo® serves both masters!” 

It provides a stationary look for people who dislike reclining furniture and offers the number one recline position that is sitting upright with feet up.

Unlike your typical reclining furniture, La-Z-Boy duo® furniture looks great in the center of a room. An exposed back can sometimes look sloppy with motion furniture but not duo®. The padded back and sides provide a tailored look. You can also hide the unsightly cords by adding rechargeable battery packs to float your sofa in the middle of your room. 

The duo® may not work with some people’s budgets as it runs a little more expensive than our typical reclining furniture. 

If you’re looking for furniture that reclines back into a zero-gravity position, then duo® is not for you.

8. Customer Reviews

Next Steps

La-Z-Boy’s roots are in innovation. This is just an extension of how we continue to innovate and develop new products to solve what our customers are looking for in style and comfort.

We believe that La-Z-Boy duo® furniture is the best solution we’ve seen anywhere because of its functionality. There’s nothing else on the market like it.

Duo® furniture is comfortable without compromise. Revolutionary sectionals, sofas, loveseats, and chairs with the power to recline and an unexpected style.

To experience the duo® collection in-person, visit any of our Ottawa and Kingston La-Z-Boy locations. Alternatively, you can book ahead to schedule an in-store or virtual appointment with a personal consultant. 

We are happy to help you navigate all the options and tailor a room design right for you!

Consult with our expert designers through our complimentary in-home design service. Together you’ll make a floorplan, select furniture, accessories, and combine colour and fabric to bring your vision to life.

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