15+ Best Sofas for Tall People and Buying Guide

When it comes to sofas and other furniture, the cliché specific people have specific needs to apply.

For instance, tall people can have a hard time looking for a comfortable sofa where they could curl up or sit comfortably.

Believe it or not, there are a handful of choices for tall people on sofas. In this post, we will feature fifteen (15) of them for you to have a head start on what to consider for this furniture.

15 sofas for tall people 

If we assess things, any type of chair can be converted into a tall person chair if it meets certain dimensions specifically in terms of length and height. But since we are talking about sofas here, this is a rundown of some of the best sofas for tall people that you can check out. 

US Pride Mid-Century sofa

Aside from its very stylish look, this mid-century sofa is low maintenance as it is made of easy to vacuum fabric. It is all black from the cushion, backrest, and up to its pyramid legs. It might be considered as a compact sofa but its 36inches back height and 72inches length make it cozy for a tall person. 

Rivet Revolve Modern Sectional Chaise sofa

This one is the perfect sofa for tall people. At 80inches in length, 36inches back height, and an additional ottoman with chaise cushion that you can add anytime, you can stretch your full height while you are sitting upright. It is also sturdy and can accommodate a lot of people at one time with its hardwood legs and frame. 

Modway Engage Mid-Century sofa

This one is made of upholstered fabric with stained hardwood legs. It has a comfortable tufted backrest made of polyester, so it is easy to clean. It has a length of 90inches so you can seat and stretch fully. Its 6inches cushion is also a major upside that cannot be missed. 

Zuri Furniture Luxury Reclining Sofa with Power Headrests

This one is the perfect choice for modern and minimalist homes in need of a multi-functional sofa for tall people. And not just for one tall person but for two tall people at once. It has a seat depth of 24inches and its 63inches length gives a good stretch. 

You can recline the sofa at the most comfortable angle that you like just by pushing a button in one of its arms. Each headrest could be reclined independently so one can relax while the other sits upright to watch TV. 

Benjara convertible sofa bed

This one makes a perfect fit for industrial design dens, living rooms, or home offices. At 88inches in length, seat depth of 35inches, and back height at 35inches too, you can convert this sofa into a bed anytime. It comes in a sleek black color and a tufted cushioned backrest. 

Inspire Knightbridge Bonded Leather Chesterfield Sofa

This one is an oversize version of the traditional leather Chesterfield sofa. It has a comfortable tufted backrest and could accommodate three tall people at once with its length of 165inches. Its back height is 30inches, so it is really comfortable when you position it in the living or entertainment room. 

Serta Copenhagen Reclining Sectional Sofa with right storage Chaise

You can consider this as one of the most multi-functional sofas for tall people. Since it is a sectional, one end of the sofa is a recliner, complete with a footrest for you to stretch your body. 

On the other end is a chaise seat which can be opened beneath for you to store magazines and other stuff. At 80inches in length and 36inches in back height, this sofa is very comfortable for a tall person. 

AYCP L-Shape Sectional with Chaise and storage ottoman

Sectionals are a good fit for tall people and here’s another one of them. Aside from its attractive caramel corduroy fabric, it is also comfortable for its tufted backrest at 36inches. 

Up to the chaise end, it is 112inches in length with a seat depth of 23inches. It comes with an ottoman extension with storage underneath. Note that this is an L-shaped sofa which means that it has a left-hand configuration. 

Ashley Darcy Full Sofa Bed

Aside from popping out as a bed when you open it up, it also pops out with color. It is a perfect fit for tall people with its 90inches length, 40inches seat height, and 39inches seat depth. It can easily be lifted using a lever and its full bed features an innerspring mattress. 

Park Avenue three-seat reclining sofa

If you want to have a home theater vibe complete with leather cinema seats, this is the one for you. It features three quilted recliners made comfortable by memory foam.

Each recliner has a reclining button and USB ports for your laptop or cellphone. Its faux leather cover is elegant looking. Each recliner has a seat depth of 30inches and a back height of 36inches. 

Coaster Home Trivellato Collection Sofa

This curled arm sofa is a beautiful family size living room sofa. With its dimensions of 93inches in length and 34inches in back height, it offers a comfortable resting couch for tall people. It has an attractive tan/oatmeal color, tufted back, upholstered polyester linen, brass buttons, pocket coil seating, and stained hardwood legs. 

Furniture of America Pinstriped Sofa

Speaking of elegant and yet still maintains a level of chic and casual, this pinstriped long sofa is a good deal. It has square track arms, a draped hardwood frame, and legs. It fits tall people with its dimensions of 90inches in length, seat depth of 38inches, and back height of 36inches. 

Vonanda Convertible Ottoman

This is quite an interesting catch because you buy it as a compact ottoman but when you pop it out, it forms a full single bed for a tall person. It is made of easy to clean linen and highly durable as it could hold weight to up to 440lbs. It is a lounger chair with 25inches of the backrest and a depth of 20inches. 

Novogratz Brittany Futon

Well, it is a futon so it is automatically well-loved. Whether in a sofa or full bed mode, this one is practically made for tall people. As a sofa, it is 81inches in length and 32inches in terms of back height. It could unfurl into 72inches in length and 16inches in height. 

Buying guide

Aesthetics is one thing, but it is not everything when it comes to sofas for tall people. If you have decided to buy one and you are in a hurry to do so, there are special considerations that you must understand first. 

Sofa height and depth

When it comes to height and depth, there are three things that must be put in mind: seat height, back height, and seat depth. For tall people, the seat height should be at 15-20inches while the back height should be at 30-36inches.

For the seat depth, it should be at 23-25inches. If you need a sofa to curl on or stretch yourself out and you are 6’5 or taller, consider getting a 70-75inches sofa in terms of length. 

Cushion filling

The best cushion filling would be 6inches in thickness and more. You can also add cushions on top if the firmness is not enough. Cotton cushion fillings are still the best. But to make it comfortable and firm, choose the best cover for it. Good cushion filling also includes feather, microfiber, and foam. 

Sofa frame

Quality sofa frames will always be hardwood so you must try the sofa first before buying it because particleboard can be mistaken for hardwood. Choosing a metal construction frame is also not a good investment in the long run so if possible, stick to a hardwood sofa frame and legs.  

Consider your home’s space

Sofas come in a lot of shapes and sizes and considering your home’s space, you can easily choose from loveseats, couch, sectionals, or sofa beds and futons. If you have a cramped-up space, consider loveseats, ottomans, and single recliners. If you have a lot of space, go for full sofas like sectionals, sofa beds, and futons. 

Choose a sofa style

The way a sofa look has a lot of impact on the aesthetics of the home because it must match your interior design, no matter what. You can choose from an array of sofa styles from Chesterfield, Chaise, Tuxedo, Lawson, or mid-century modern. 

Who will use it

Consider the regular seaters of the sofa and their seating behavior when buying one. If you have kids or pets, consider linen and fabric. If it is pure adults at home, you can go for corduroy, leather, or faux leather. If there are several people in the home, consider L-shaped ones or full sofas. If there is only you or two of you, a loveseat or couch will do. 

Maintenance

This has a lot to do with the material you choose for your sofa. Fabric and microfibers are easy to vacuum and the dirt is easy to spot. Leather and faux leather on the other hand are easy to wipe. Velvet and corduroy are harder to maintain. 

Warranty

Sofas with at least a 15-year warranty are the best investments. If you have found a sofa with this guarantee, along with a good assessment from the other factors, then it is time to commit to buying that sofa. 

Conclusion

Sofas for tall people are like usual sofas too. They are just oversized or extended to accommodate more seaters and to give comfort to well, taller people.

It gives them space where they could fully stretch out, a backrest that is high enough for them to keep their heads cushioned, and a seat height and depth which keeps them sitting upright on a right angle and posture. Gladly, for tall people, they have a lot of sofas to choose from.