Top 5 Features of Premium Movie Theatre Seating

The movie theater industry is constantly growing. Yes, we did take a hit a few years back with the pandemic. Still, looking at the current studies conducted by Statista, it’s projected that the cinema business, alone in the United States, will reach a whopping US$28.96bn by 2029 compared to US$20.98bn in 2024. Simply put, if you are a cinema owner – good days are ahead. But what is and will be the driving factor to this growth? It’s the growing change in customer preferences and the development of new technologies. While cinema screens, sound, and service are definitely to be accounted for when considering an enhanced customer experience, it’s also the movie theater seating that helps create a complete & immersive movie-watching experience.

When upgrading their seats to cinema recliner chairs, the general conservation of a local cinema owner is they would see a drastic reduction in the seating capacity, will have to spend more on maintenance, and an increased seating price will lead to a drop in the footfalls. Well, all these concerns are very true, but not for today (maybe a decade back). Today, believe it or not, just as the movie-watching experience has evolved, so has the cinema seating experience. High-quality reclining cinema seats like Atom Seating® Cinema Recliners assure durability, save space, and are easy to maintain. So, if you are ready to upgrade your movie theater to the latest seats, consider checking these 5 features.

5 Important Features of Premium Reclining Cinema Chairs

1. Sustainable Built

   It’s high time we put sustainability on top of the many features we consider before choosing any product, including cinema recliners. Sustainability in movie theater seating is twofold. Where on the one hand, it’s following a manufacturing process that's focused on creating an eco-friendly and cruelty-free approach to manufacturing, and the other is providing quality products that stand the test of time. Here, developing a system of sustainable material management is necessary.

   
   

   Before you zero in on a cinema recliner manufacturer, make sure to learn about the ways they are practicing sustainability. Ex. eco-friendly upholstery options or metal frame instead of wood, aiding to an increased life span of the recliner theater seating.

2. Movie Theatre Recliner Sensors

   Visible features like large cup holders, swivel tables, and wireless/USB charging ports can be really attractive, especially if you think about what attracts cinema patrons. But what about cinema owners and staff? Cinema recliner sensors can assist in the modernized maintenance of the cinema theater. From occupancy sensors that assure your movie theater recliners are in the recline position only when a human is seated to auto-return sensors that work parallel with occupancy sensors to detect if the recliner is empty and in the recline position to go back to incline. These sensors aid in faster cinema operations, faster maintenance, and better management.

3. Foam Tech

   The quality and distribution of foam in a cinema recliner largely signifies how long it’s able to deliver the same level of comfort to patrons that it did on day one. A mix of high resilience and high-density foam in a sandwich form, distributed throughout the recliner is ideal. Foams used in Atom Seating movie theater recliner seats go through rigorous testing to meet the highest standard for sustainability and comfort required in various European and American cinema markets.

4. Certifications

   A reliable cinema recliner manufacturer can get their recliners certified to provide an added layer of trust and security to the cinema owners. Two major certifications for cinema recliners are the Martindale Wear and Abrasion Test and EN 12727 Level 4 Test. The Martindale Rub Test examines the durability of the fabric by rubbing sandpaper and wool, multiple times until the fabric starts to show signs of wear and tear. This test is signified by a score. Ex. 100,000 rubs.

   
   

   EN 12727 Level 4 Tests are designed to check if the movable and adjustable parts of seating are designed to prevent injuries and inadvertent operation, reducing the risk of accidents in public spaces. Bottom line, before purchasing a home theater recliner or a cinema theater recliner, pay attention to details like these.

5. Customer Support

   Choosing a recliner manufacturer with good post-sale customer service is important, specifically when you are completely revamping your cinema seats. Post installation, customer support can help you with minor adjustments, assist you in understanding the various mechanisms, and get all your doubts and questions cleared sooner; for a smoother function of your cinema theater.

Look beyond the fabrics and finishes when choosing recliner seats for your movie theater. Atom Seating® recliners are designed to offer a versatile experience to both cinema owners and cinema patrons. Reach an Atom Seating® expert to learn more.