If you are not ready to install them right away, you will need a place to store them. You will want to plan for this as the 2-Arm Boxes are 39" x 30.25" x 34.75", while the Left-arm and Right-arm boxes are 32.25" x 30.25" x 34.75". The boxes can safely be stacked two high when storing to help maximize your floor space - just make sure you have a helper when stacking them as these boxes weigh in just north of 150 pounds each. We have multiple configuration options for 2 chair rows, 3 chair rows, 4 chair rows, loveseats, and even more, depending on what works best for your space. If you need help deciding which chair setup is right for your space, check out our Home Theater Design Tool to design your room and determine which configuration is best.
Another important thing to think about is where to place your power if you are doing a new build. You will want to place your floor outlet 22 inches off the back wall so it is hidden in the center under the chair. Also, make sure the headrest of your chair is at least 8 inches from the back wall in the upright position to give clearance to be able to fully recline unimpeded. Now, don’t worry if you are retrofitting an existing theater or building one in an existing room and don’t want to add additional outlets. You can easily run extension cords to plug these chairs in. We do recommend a dedicated 20 amp circuit but they only use 2 amps per chair, so if it is a retrofit, a 15 amp circuit will be fine in most cases. Just make sure you are placing your extension cords and wires from chair to chair in a smart place so they are not getting crushed when the chair reclines and your guests don’t trip and cause a safety hazard.
We realize that everyone may not be placing their chairs against the back wall. In these cases, you will need to measure the distance from your back wall to the back of the headrest. Add 14 inches to this measurement to find the correct location for your floor outlet.
