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Buying furniture is a big investment, and more Canadians are paying attention to where their furniture is made. A common question we hear at La-Z-Boy Ottawa, Gatineau, and Kingston is whether La-Z-Boy furniture is made in Canada, the United States, or overseas.
While La-Z-Boy is a globally recognized brand, its manufacturing approach is more localized than many people expect. Understanding where La-Z-Boy furniture is made can help you feel confident about quality, craftsmanship, and the impact of your purchase.
In this article, we answer the question directly and explain how La-Z-Boy balances North American manufacturing with a global supply chain, all while remaining a proudly Canadian-operated dealer.
Key Takeaways
- La-Z-Boy furniture is primarily manufactured in North America, including the United States and Mexico
- La-Z-Boy Ottawa, Gatineau, and Kingston are Canadian-owned and operated, employing over 100 local team members
Some components and specialty collections are sourced globally, but final assembly and quality control happen in North America - La-Z-Boy does not manufacture furniture in China for Ottawa, Gatineau, or Kingston locations
- For over 25 years, La-Z-Boy Ottawa, Gatineau, and Kingston have served Eastern Ontario and Western Quebec communities
In This Article...
- Where Is La-Z-Boy Furniture Made?
- Why La-Z-Boy Manufactures in North America
- How La-Z-Boy’s Supply Chain Works
- Final Assembly and Quality Control
- About La-Z-Boy Ottawa, Gatineau, and Kingston
- Frequently Asked Questions
Where Is La-Z-Boy Furniture Made?
Most La-Z-Boy furniture sold in Ottawa, Gatineau, and Kingston is manufactured in the United States and Mexico, with final assembly and quality control completed in North America. While some materials and select specialty collections come from global sources, La-Z-Boy has remained committed to keeping the majority of its core upholstery manufacturing close to home.
La-Z-Boy was founded in 1928 and is headquartered in Monroe, Michigan, where the brand’s legacy of comfort and craftsmanship began. Unlike many furniture companies that moved large portions of production overseas during the 2008 economic downturn, La-Z-Boy continued to invest in North American manufacturing facilities.
David Maxwell, owner of La-Z-Boy Ottawa, Gatineau, and Kingston, explains, “It’s important for customers to know that while La-Z-Boy is a global brand, our local stores employ Canadians only. The furniture we sell is built in North America and the revenue stays in Canada, supporting our communities.”
To learn more about the History of La-Z-Boy Furniture, take a look at this article.
Why La-Z-Boy Manufactures in North America
La-Z-Boy’s decision to maintain manufacturing in North America is rooted in quality control, craftsmanship, and consistency. Producing furniture closer to its primary markets allows La-Z-Boy to closely monitor materials, construction methods, and performance standards.
Skilled workers in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico cut, sew, upholster, and assemble each piece using a combination of technology and hands-on craftsmanship. While automation supports efficiency, many steps in the process still rely on trained specialists to ensure comfort, durability, and fit.
This approach helps La-Z-Boy maintain the comfort and reliability it is known for, especially in products like recliners, sofas, and sectionals that are used daily.
How La-Z-Boy’s Supply Chain Works
Like most furniture manufacturers, La-Z-Boy uses a global supply chain for raw materials, even though final assembly happens in North America. Fabrics, leathers, mechanisms, motors, and hardware may be sourced from different regions depending on availability and performance standards.
For example, fabric may be produced overseas, shipped to a North American facility for cutting and sewing, and then assembled into finished furniture at a plant in the United States or Mexico. Each stage is designed to balance material quality with efficient production.
While some specialty or European-inspired collections may come from overseas facilities, La-Z-Boy Ottawa, Gatineau, and Kingston do not source furniture manufactured in China.
Final Assembly and Quality Control
Final assembly is where La-Z-Boy’s quality standards are fully enforced. At North American plants, teams assemble hardwood frames, install cushioning, upholster pieces, and test reclining and power mechanisms.
Once furniture arrives at La-Z-Boy Ottawa, Gatineau, or Kingston, it undergoes additional inspection and testing before delivery. This extra step ensures that power functions work properly and that upholstery meets expectations before it enters a customer’s home.
David Maxwell notes, “Quality checks happen at multiple points. By the time furniture reaches our customers, it has been inspected more than once.”
About La-Z-Boy Ottawa, Gatineau, and Kingston
For 25 years, La-Z-Boy Ottawa, Gatineau and Kingston have been committed to providing high-quality, North American-made furniture to local customers. Unlike many retailers that rely on overseas production, La-Z-Boy exclusively manufactures its furniture in the U.S., Mexico, and Asia, ensuring superior craftsmanship, durability, and comfort.
With over 100 Canadian employees, we take pride in offering personalized service and ensuring every recliner, sofa, sectional, and chair meets La-Z-Boy’s high standards before it reaches your home. Once your furniture arrives at our local warehouse, our team inspects, tests, and prepares it for final delivery.
At La-Z-Boy Ottawa, Gatineau and Kingston, we are proud to provide furniture that is built to last, made in North America, and backed by exceptional service. We’ve been helping families create comfortable and stylish spaces for 25 years, and we look forward to many more!
FAQs
What’s Next?
The history of La-Z-Boy lives on and continues to evolve in each and every one of our happy customers.
At La-Z-Boy Ottawa, Gatineau and Kingston, we strive to maintain the La-Z-Boy name by helping our clients find comfortable and stylish furniture that best suits their needs and preferences. Visit us at a local showroom or schedule a visit online to get started!
Are you looking for quality and comfortable furniture that lives up to the La-Z-Boy name? To get started, take a look at some of our best-selling furniture:
- 5 Best Selling La-Z-Boy Recliners in Ottawa, Gatineau & Kingston
- 5 Best Selling La-Z-Boy Sofas in Ottawa, Gatineau & Kingston
- 5 Best Selling La-Z-Boy Sectionals in Ottawa, Gatineau & Kingston
Our team of design consultants and expert interior designers can help you find the perfect furniture for your needs, style, and space. With our complimentary design services, our team will ensure that whatever furniture you purchase fits seamlessly with your home decor.
To learn more about our La-Z-Boy furniture, take a look at our Living Room Furniture Guide.
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