Parker Knoll | Christies Furniture

Parker Knoll is one of Britain's most established furniture manufacturers, combining over 150 years of upholstery expertise with exceptional comfort, timeless design and traditional British craftsmanship. With a heritage dating back to 1869, Parker Knoll continues to make its sofas and chairs to order in Nottinghamshire, where skilled craftspeople combine generations of furniture-making knowledge with modern comfort technology. Christies Furniture is proud to offer Parker Knoll sofas, armchairs and recliners to customers looking for outstanding comfort, enduring quality and classic British design. With flexible interest-free finance, guaranteed lowest prices and friendly, knowledgeable service, we make finding your perfect Parker Knoll furniture simple.

Why Choose Parker Knoll Furniture?

Over 150 Years of British Heritage: Parker Knoll's story began in 1869 and today the company remains one of Britain's best-known names in quality sofas and chairs.

Handmade in Nottinghamshire: Every Parker Knoll piece is handmade to order at the company's state-of-the-art Nottinghamshire manufacturing facility by skilled craftspeople.

25-Year Frame Guarantee: Parker Knoll sofas and chairs are supported by an impressive 25-year frame and frame assembly guarantee, providing long-term reassurance in the quality of their construction.

Exceptional Comfort: From supportive fixed sofas to manual and power recliners, Parker Knoll combines carefully engineered seating with premium comfort interiors designed for everyday relaxation.

Extensive Customisation: Choose from an extensive collection of luxury fabrics, soft-touch leathers, comfort interiors and wood finishes to personalise selected Parker Knoll furniture to suit your home.

The Christies Showroom Experience

Choosing a new sofa or chair is about much more than appearance. Seat depth, back support, cushion interiors, upholstery and reclining mechanisms can all influence how comfortable your furniture feels, which is why experiencing Parker Knoll in person can make such a difference.

Try Before You Buy: Sit back, relax and compare different Parker Knoll sofas, armchairs and recliners to discover which style and comfort level feels right for you.

Explore Fabrics & Leathers: Browse beautiful upholstery choices including luxury fabrics and premium leathers, with a variety of colours, textures and finishes available across the collection.

Beautiful Room Inspiration: Experience Parker Knoll furniture within carefully styled showroom displays and discover how different sofas, chairs and upholstery choices could work within your own living space.

Explore the Parker Knoll Collection

Parker Knoll offers an extensive selection of sofas and chairs ranging from timeless traditional upholstery to clean contemporary designs and sophisticated reclining furniture.

1. Parker Knoll Classic Sofas & Chairs

The Parker Knoll Classic Collection celebrates timeless British furniture design, combining elegant silhouettes with traditional details and exceptional everyday comfort.

Key Features: High backs, elegant scrolled arms, button detailing, luxurious upholstery and classic proportions.

Best For: Traditional and timeless interiors where comfort, elegance and enduring British style are equally important.

2. Parker Knoll Contemporary Sofas

For modern living spaces, Parker Knoll offers contemporary sofas and chairs characterised by cleaner lines, sophisticated upholstery and generous comfort.

Key Features: Contemporary silhouettes, clean lines, premium cushioning and an extensive selection of luxury fabrics and leathers.

Best For: Modern homes looking for contemporary styling without compromising on the comfort and craftsmanship associated with Parker Knoll.

3. Parker Knoll Recliner Sofas & Chairs

Parker Knoll's reclining furniture combines luxurious upholstery with smooth reclining mechanisms, allowing you to personalise your seating position and relax in comfort.

Key Features: Manual and powered reclining options across selected models, supportive cushioning and a choice of fabric and leather upholstery.

Best For: Everyday relaxation, family living rooms and customers who want traditional Parker Knoll comfort with the added flexibility of a recliner.

4. Parker Knoll Power Plus Recliners

Parker Knoll Power Plus takes powered reclining comfort even further, adding powered headrest adjustment to selected models so you can fine-tune your seating position at the touch of a button.

Key Features: Powered reclining movement, powered adjustable headrest and convenient push-button operation on selected Parker Knoll models.

Best For: Customers looking for premium reclining technology and greater control over their individual seating position.

5. Parker Knoll Rise & Recline Chairs

Parker Knoll Rise & Recline chairs combine the comfort of a luxury recliner with a powered lift-and-rise function designed to make getting into and out of the chair easier.

Key Features: Dual-motor operation, powered reclining footrest, lift-and-rise functionality and easy-to-use controls.

Best For: Customers looking for additional practicality and assistance without sacrificing the appearance, comfort or craftsmanship of a luxury Parker Knoll armchair.

Parker Knoll Fabric vs Leather Upholstery

Over 150 Years of British Furniture Making

The Parker Knoll story began in 1869 when Frederick Parker established his own upholstery business and began producing high-quality chairs and settees.

His reputation for furniture craftsmanship grew rapidly. Frederick Parker would later produce furniture for prestigious customers, with the company's history including a commission to measure King Edward VII for a chair at Buckingham Palace.

In 1929, Parker joined forces with German inventor Willi Knoll, whose innovative approach to sprung furniture helped create the Parker Knoll name recognised throughout Britain today.

More than 150 years after Frederick Parker first began making furniture, Parker Knoll continues this tradition at its Nottinghamshire manufacturing facility, where skilled teams of upholsterers, machinists, frame technicians and designers produce sofas and chairs made to order.

The result is distinctly British furniture combining generations of craftsmanship with the comfort technology and styling expected from a modern sofa or chair.

Comfort Designed Around You

Comfort has always been central to Parker Knoll furniture, and today's collection offers considerably more than traditional fixed sofas and armchairs.

Depending on the model you choose, Parker Knoll furniture is available with manual reclining, powered reclining, powered headrest adjustment and Rise & Recline technology.

A selection of premium seat interiors is also available across the collection, helping you choose the balance of cushioning and support that best suits the way you like to relax.

Combined with an extensive selection of luxury fabrics, soft-touch leathers and wood finishes, this allows selected Parker Knoll sofas and chairs to be personalised to both your comfort preferences and interior style.

Experience Parker Knoll at Christies Furniture

As an independent furniture specialist established in 2010, Christies Furniture makes choosing your new Parker Knoll sofa, chair or recliner straightforward, affordable and enjoyable.

Visit Our Showrooms: Experience Parker Knoll furniture in person, compare different sofas and chairs and try the available reclining and comfort options. Our knowledgeable team can guide you through the different models, sizes, fabrics, leathers and specifications available.

Traditional, Personal Care: We pride ourselves on genuine, friendly customer service. Rather than simply selling you a sofa, we'll take the time to understand how you like to sit, the style of your home and the features you need to help you find the right Parker Knoll furniture.

Flexible Interest-Free Finance: Spread the cost of your new Parker Knoll sofa or chair with our flexible interest-free finance options.

Guaranteed Lowest Prices: Shop with confidence knowing you're getting exceptional value on your Parker Knoll furniture, backed by our Lowest Price Guarantee.

Professional Delivery: Our experienced delivery team can deliver your new Parker Knoll furniture directly to your home across Devon, Cornwall and nationally.

Discover Parker Knoll sofas, chairs and recliners at Christies Furniture and experience over 150 years of British furniture-making heritage, exceptional comfort and beautifully handcrafted design.