Stressless® Erik — a contemporary recliner with a soft, duvet-like cushion

The Stressless® Erik combines a mid-century silhouette with a modern look. You’ll recognize it immediately by its soft duvet-style top cushion with distinctive double stitching, the headrest that can be raised up to 10 cm, and the sleek, fully upholstered armrests. Beneath the upholstery lies the same patented Stressless comfort found in the other models: the Plus™ system and the Glide-system™.

“Duvet” is the French word for comforter. On top of the ergonomic seat shell lies an extra, softly padded top layer that feels like a thick comforter. The double stitching divides that cushion into compartments, just like a comforter: this keeps the filling in place and prevents the leather or fabric from wrinkling or sagging as easily.

The Erik’s armrests are slim and rounded, tapering downward in a smooth curve at the front. The top is fully upholstered, featuring the same double stitching as the seat cushion. With the Signature and Cross bases, the curved line of the armrest flows seamlessly into the base. As a result, the Erik appears more compact than its seating comfort would suggest.

Yes, and that’s exactly what Stressless is designed for. You can choose two Erik armchairs that look identical in terms of leather, color, and base, but each comes in a different size (S, M, or L). If you have a long torso, you can slide the headrest up; the other person can leave it in the lowest position. And by choosing the base, you can adjust the seat height: the Signature and Cross bases on the Erik are about 2 to 3 cm higher than the Classic base.

That depends on your height and leg length. With a Classic base, size S is 71 cm wide with a seat height of 41 cm, size M is 75 cm wide with a seat height of 42 cm, and size L is 83 cm wide with a seat height of 43 cm. A seat that’s too low or too deep can put just a little more pressure on your lower back. When you try out chairs in our stores, we’ll work with you to determine which size fits you best.

The difference lies in the base. Classic features a round wooden base that rotates 360°, with the lowest seat height. Signature combines wood with aluminum, and Cross features a sleek metal cross base; both include BalanceAdapt™, a subtle rocking motion. Office offers the Erik on casters as an office chair, and Power™ features electric adjustment with a built-in footrest.

Yes. The Erik Power™ has built-in motors instead of a separate footrest: you can use buttons to extend the footrest and recline the backrest. The Power™ is available in sizes M and L, and comes standard with a power cord that plugs into an outlet or, optionally, with a rechargeable battery, so the chair can be placed right in the middle of the room.

Yes. You choose the size (S, M, or L), the base (Classic, Signature, Cross, Office, or Power™), the wood color from eight shades, the legs in matte black or polished for the Signature and Cross models, and the upholstery in leather or fabric from over a hundred colors. Every Erik is custom-made after you place your order.

Because it moves with you instead of locking you into a fixed position. The Plus™ system supports your lower back and neck in any position, the Glide™ system lets you adjust the position using your own body weight, and you can adjust the headrest up to 10 cm to suit your height. With three sizes available, the seat depth also matches your leg length.

Dynamic sitting means continuing to make small, natural movements while seated, rather than staying in the same position for hours on end. Ergonomists put it this way: the best sitting position is always the next one. The Erik doesn’t lock into place; it smoothly follows every shift in your weight, so changing positions happens naturally.

Both options are available. The leather is cowhide, available in four quality grades: Batick, Paloma, Velaro, and Noblesse. Leather has a luxurious look and is easy to care for; fabric often feels warmer and comes in dozens of colors and textures, ranging from wool and bouclé to velour and Dinamica microfiber. You can feel all the samples in our stores.

Online, you can purchase the Stressless Store Special Offer: starting at €2,164 (Classic without ottoman in fabric group 1), starting at €2,546 with ottoman, and up to €4,652 (Power™ in Noblesse leather)—all 10% below the suggested retail price. Since every Erik is custom-made in Norway, the delivery time is approximately 8 weeks; delivery is free in Belgium and the Netherlands.

Ekornes offers a 10-year warranty on the internal mechanism—the Plus™ system, BalanceAdapt™, the metal frame, and the springs—effective from the date of purchase, excluding labor and travel costs. The motor and electrical components of the Power™ system are covered by a 5-year warranty, and the battery is covered by a 2-year warranty. In addition, you have a 2-year statutory warranty on the entire product.

Because seating comfort is a personal matter, and you can’t really get a feel for it on a screen. Only when you actually sit in the Erik will you discover how far you want to extend the headrest, which size is right for you, and how the sturdy Classic base feels compared to the gently rocking Signature or Cross. You can also handle all the leather and fabric samples.

At the official Stressless Stores in Leuven (Tervuursevest 30) and Antwerp (Boomsesteenweg 18, Wilrijk). There, you can try out the Erik for free, compare it with the other models, and our paramedically trained advisors will help you choose the right size, base, and upholstery.

The Stressless® Erik is made in Norway by Ekornes, the company behind Stressless, which has been designing and manufacturing recliners since 1971. Each Erik is made to order.