Petite Wide Lift Chairs

Petite wide lift chairs solve a specific sizing challenge — users who are shorter in height but wider in the hip and seat. Standard petite chairs have a low seat height and shallow seat depth suited for shorter users, but their seat widths of 18"–20" are too narrow for users with a wider build. Petite wide models combine the lower seat height and shallower depth of a petite chair with a wider seat — giving shorter, broader users the correct fit in every dimension.

Who Needs a Petite Wide?

You need a petite wide if you are:

• 5'3" or under in height — requiring a lower seat height and shallower seat depth
• Wider than 22" at the hips when seated — requiring more than a standard petite seat width

If you only need a wider seat but are of average or tall height, a standard wide or bariatric model is the better fit. If you're unsure, call us — we'll help you measure correctly: 866-218-0902.

How to Measure for a Petite Wide Chair

• Seat width needed: Measure hip width while seated. Add 1"–2" on each side for comfort. If the result is over 22", you need a wide seat.
• Seat depth needed: Measure from the back of the seated hip to the back of the knee. The seat depth should match this within 1" — too deep cuts into the thighs.
• Seat height needed: Measure floor to the back of the knee while seated. The seat should allow feet to rest flat on the floor.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between petite wide and just wide?

A wide lift chair has a wider seat but standard seat depth and height — suited for taller users with wider builds. A petite wide has a wider seat combined with the shorter seat height and shallower depth of a petite chair — suited for shorter users with wider builds. Getting both dimensions right is critical for safety and comfort.

How do I know my seated hip width?

Sit on a hard chair in your normal seated posture. Measure the widest point across both hips — this is your seated hip width. The lift chair seat should be this measurement plus 2"–4" total (1"–2" on each side). Call us with your measurements and we'll confirm the right model: 866-218-0902.

Petite wide sizing is specific — let us help you get it right.
Call us with your height and hip measurement and we'll find the correct fit.

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