Roma Black Manual Recliner Sofas

What is the Roma black manual recliner range?

The Roma range in black is a comfortable, easy-living collection of manual recliner sofas. Each piece leans back and raises a footrest so you can relax and put your feet up, and because it's manual, there's no power or socket to worry about — just a simple, reliable action you control by hand. With a piece for every room, from a single armchair to a roomy corner, it's easy to furnish a whole living space in one smart, coordinated black design. To see the full choice of recliner sofas across the store, our recliner sofas collection is a good place to start.

How does the manual recline work?

Roma recliners are manual, which means you control the recline by hand rather than with a motor. Depending on the model, you either pull a small lever on the side of the seat or simply lean back to push the backrest down — either way, the seat reclines and a footrest rises so you can stretch out, then returns upright when you're ready. There's no cable, no handset and no need for a nearby socket, which makes a manual recliner simple to place anywhere in the room and easy to use. To compare the wider recliner choice across the store, our recliner sofas collection is a helpful reference.

What is Leather Aire?

Leather Aire is a smart, leather-look upholstery that's smooth to the touch and easy to wipe clean, which makes it a practical, low-fuss choice for a family sofa. It gives you that clean, leather-style appearance and wipes down with a damp cloth, so everyday marks and spills tend to lift off the surface rather than soaking in. To be clear, Leather Aire isn't genuine leather — genuine leather is a natural hide — and we don't describe it as faux either; it's simply its own hard-wearing, wipe-clean material, which we keep distinct from both genuine leather and fabric so you always know exactly what you're buying. To compare across the wider leather-look range, our Leather Aire sofas collection is a good reference.

What sizes and combinations are available?

There's a Roma for every room. Choose a single armchair, a 2 seater or a 3 seater, or a matching combination to furnish a whole space. Combinations are written as a simple sum, where each number is a piece by its number of seats: 3 is a 3-seater, 2 is a 2-seater and 1 is an armchair. So 2+1 is a 2-seater plus an armchair, 2+2 is two 2-seaters, 3+2 is a 3-seater plus a 2-seater, 3+2+1 is a full suite of a 3-seater, a 2-seater and an armchair, and 3+3 is two 3-seaters — with 2+1+1 and 3+1+1 (a sofa plus two armchairs) available too. There's also a corner option, covered below. To browse coordinated sets across the store, our sofa sets collection is a good reference.

Is there a Roma corner recliner?

Yes — Roma includes a roomy corner recliner, an L-shaped sofa with reclining seats that's perfect for sociable, space-smart seating in a bigger room. It comes in both left-hand and right-hand layouts, so you can match it to your space. It's worth knowing that left and right conventions can differ between retailers — some describe the orientation as you look at the sofa, others as you sit on it — so always check the product diagram and picture how it will sit in your room before ordering. Because a corner recliner needs clearance for the seats to recline, it's especially worth measuring first. To see the full choice of corner sofas across the store, our corner sofas collection is a good reference.

Is black a practical colour?

Very. Black is a smart, bold and versatile colour that makes a confident statement while going with almost anything, and it's one of the most practical shades you can choose for a family sofa. It hides everyday marks well, so it's forgiving in a busy household, and paired with wipe-clean Leather Aire it's especially low-maintenance — a quick wipe keeps it looking its best. It looks equally at home in a modern or a more classic room, and pairs beautifully with light walls, bright cushions or natural wood, which lift and balance the deep tone. To compare other tones across the store, our black sofas page shows the wider choice.

How to care for Leather Aire

Leather Aire is refreshingly easy to look after. Simply wipe it with a soft, damp cloth to lift everyday marks, then finish with a dry cloth — most spills come away easily without soaking in. Avoid harsh chemicals, solvents and abrasive sponges, which can damage the surface, and keep the sofa out of prolonged direct sunlight and away from radiators, which can dry the material over time. Plump the cushions to keep them comfortable and even, and keep the moving parts of the recliner clear so the action stays smooth.

How to choose and measure your recliner

A recliner needs a little more space than a fixed sofa, so measure carefully. Allow clearance behind each piece for the backrest as it leans back, and space in front for the footrest to rise — the product page lists the reclined depth. For the corner, allow room for the seats to recline and double-check the left- or right-hand orientation against your room. And, as with any sofa, measure your access route — doorways, hallways and stairwells — before you buy, as a corner or suite is a large delivery. Our sofa buying guide covers measuring up in detail.

Are the sofas fire-safe?

Yes. Every Roma piece meets UK Fire Resistant (UKFR) standards, so the materials and construction comply with the fire-safety regulations required for upholstered furniture sold in the UK. This is a baseline legal requirement rather than an optional extra, and it applies across every piece and combination, including the corner.

How long does delivery take?

Most in-stock Roma pieces are delivered within 7–10 working days, with free delivery. Delivery is carried out by a two-person team who bring each piece into your chosen ground-floor room, access permitting, and set it in place; old sofa removal can be arranged if you'd like your existing seating taken away at the same time. As a corner or a suite is a large delivery, it's worth measuring your doorways and hallways in advance. Full timescales and coverage are on our delivery information page.

Can you spread the cost with finance?

Yes. You can spread the cost of any Roma piece or combination using one of our named finance providers, all subject to credit check. Simply select your preferred option at checkout; the exact terms for your order are shown before you confirm. Full details are on our finance options page.

Finance is provided by third parties and is subject to status and affordability checks. Missing payments may affect your credit rating.

Why choose Furniture Instore?

We specialise in upholstered furniture, and the Roma in black is a relaxed, easy-to-use manual recliner range you can buy as a single armchair, a whole coordinated suite or a roomy corner. We describe things honestly: it's smart, wipe-clean Leather Aire — a leather-look upholstery, not genuine leather, and we never call it faux — and we describe the manual recline simply as a comfort feature, where you pull the lever or lean back and the footrest rises. You're welcome to visit our Coventry showroom to try the recline and see the black finish in person. Every order comes with free delivery by our own two-person team and our 14-day change-of-mind returns, we hold a 4.8★ Excellent rating from over 4,800 genuine Trustpilot reviews, and you can spread the cost interest-free with Klarna, Clearpay or PayPal Pay in 3, or over a longer term with DivideBuy, all subject to credit check. To see the wider manual choice, browse our manual recliner sofas, and call us on 02476 705 600 if you'd like a hand choosing.

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