What is a bariatric recliner?

 In short, bariatric chairs are oversized seating designed to support more than 300 pounds of evenly distributed weight.

How strict are weight limits on recliner chairs?

Most recliners have a 250 pound capacity with the exception of the oversized models. Fortunately, there are some manufacturers that have heard the demand for these high weight capacity recliners and released recliners with the ability to safely handle people that are 500 pounds in weight.