If you're shopping for a sofa in Portland, two names come up constantly: Stanton and La-Z-Boy. Both build upholstered furniture in North America, and both offer customization.
But they're very different companies with different strengths — and the right choice depends on what matters most to you. We carry Stanton furniture at What's New Furniture, and we don't sell new La-Z-Boy, so keep that in mind as you read. Here's the honest comparison.
Manufacturing: Oregon vs. National
Stanton is a family-owned Oregon manufacturer, founded by Bud Stanton in 1973. Its furniture is Made in Oregon, so a Stanton sofa you buy in Portland doesn't cross the country to reach you.
La-Z-Boy is headquartered in Monroe, Michigan, and lists manufacturing plants in Dayton, Tennessee; Neosho, Missouri; and Siloam Springs, Arkansas, plus three in Mexico.
Why this matters: For Portland buyers who want to buy from a regional maker, Stanton is an in-state option. Stanton warranty claims go through the store you buy from, so choose a store you trust to handle them.
Price: Compare Same-Size Quotes
Price depends on size, fabric and options, so compare written quotes for the same size and a similar fabric. Here is one same-size example, checked on October 17, 2026:
- Stanton: the 87-inch-wide Summit Sofa was listed on our site at $1,325 to $1,770, depending on which of its four listed fabrics you choose.
- La-Z-Boy: the 87-inch-wide Mackenzie Sofa was listed on la-z-boy.com at $1,899 on sale (original price $2,649) in its default cover. Its other popular covers were listed at $2,239 to $2,469.
These two sofas differ in style, and prices change with sales, fabric and options. Ask each store for a written quote that includes delivery before you decide.
Fabric Selection
Our online Stanton builder offers 167 fabrics, including 22 in the Performance grade, and Stanton's full dealer list has 248 body fabrics. Leather is available on some Stanton styles. You can browse the selection in our Stanton fabric guide or see swatches in person at our showroom.
La-Z-Boy also offers fabric and leather covers, and some of its sofas list several hundred cover options (the Mackenzie Sofa showed 669 on October 17, 2026). A larger library can help if you have a very specific color or pattern in mind.
Frame Construction & Warranty
Both brands back their frames with a lifetime limited warranty for the original purchaser. Coverage differs by part, so read the warranty for the exact piece you buy.
- Stanton: Lifetime limited warranty on the wood frame, seat springs and foam seat cushions (against loss of resiliency); one year on fabric. Frames use 2x4 support rails and corner blocks, seat springs are 8.5-gauge sinuous steel, and cushions use high-density, high-resiliency foam and are made in house.
- La-Z-Boy: Lifetime on wood frame parts, springs and reclining mechanism parts for most styles, with one year of labor; cushions are covered for one to five years depending on the cushion type, and fabric for one year.
Construction varies by model at both brands, so compare the frame, spring and cushion details for the specific sofas you're considering.
Custom Ordering: Made in Oregon
This is where Stanton's Oregon manufacturing becomes a practical advantage for Portland buyers. A custom Stanton sofa is built to order in Oregon, so it doesn’t ship cross-country. Confirm timing for your fabric and frame when you order.
If you're furnishing a new home on a timeline or replacing a sofa that's already given out, ask for the current build time before you choose a fabric.
Style Range
The Stanton styles we carry focus on contemporary, mid-century modern, and transitional designs. Clean lines and understated profiles. If your home has a modern or Pacific Northwest aesthetic, Stanton's design language fits naturally.
La-Z-Boy also sells traditional designs alongside its modern lines. If you're looking for a rolled-arm traditional sofa, such as La-Z-Boy's Mackenzie, La-Z-Boy has options in that category.
Recliners: La-Z-Boy's Core Strength
La-Z-Boy says its founders invented the recliner in 1927. If a recliner or reclining sofa is your primary need, La-Z-Boy is worth a close look.
Stanton also makes manual and power reclining sofas, sectionals and chairs, with USB charging on some models.
Where to See Stanton Furniture in Portland
Our Portland showroom at 439 SE Grand Ave has Stanton furniture on the floor; call first and we'll confirm a specific piece is there. Browse sofas, sectionals, sleeper sofas, accent chairs, and reclining furniture online, then come sit on the pieces on display, feel the fabrics, and talk to our team about custom options.
Can't visit? Browse our custom Stanton collection online or call 503-235-3454 to start your order.
The Bottom Line
Choose Stanton if you want a sofa Made in Oregon by a family-owned manufacturer and a modern or contemporary look. Choose La-Z-Boy if recliners are your priority or you want a traditional style.
Either way, compare written quotes for the same size, fabric grade and features, including delivery, before you decide.
