HSL Chairs - Poole/Bournemouth Reviews 

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.6

380 Poole Road, BH12 1DA Poole, GB

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great customer care from start to finish. Showroom staff could not be more helpful and very patient whilst we dithered about a decision. Delivery of furniture made within the timeframe given and t... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We definitely needed a riser recliner and HSL was a brand I was aware of. The lady in the Poole store was helpful and identified the most appropriate chair in the HSL range. I have no idea whether we... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Well received when entering the store the staff could not have been more helpful if they tried, the tea & coffee with biscuits had me hooked. The total amount of knowledge of finishings weather woo... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Our specialist Mary, she was extremely knowledgeable and made us feel comfortable. We never felt hurried and were able to try the chairs and was able to show us a sample of the fabric we had chosen. W... See more


Company details

  1. Home Furniture Shop
  2. also in
  3. Disability equipment supplier
  4. Furniture Manufacturer
  5. Mobility equipment supplier

About HSL Chairs - Poole/Bournemouth

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HSL is an award-winning family furniture business with stores nationwide. We’ve been handcrafting and delivering beautiful furniture to provide true comfort for over 50 years. Making people comfortable is part of our DNA and that is why we do it.


We have spent over half a century making it our mission to understand the different sizes, shapes and needs of our customers. We have learnt how people sit, rest and sleep; how their bodies bend and move; and where and why they ache. We call this knowledge CleverComfort™, and it goes into the design and manufacture of every chair, sofa and bed we make – ensuring that our furniture fits the bodies of our customers perfectly.


Award Winning

HSL has also been recognised by The Queen’s Awards for Enterprise for one of our innovative designs, our wooden knuckle. The Queen’s Award for Enterprise is a prestigious award for recognising British businesses and other organisations who excel at promoting opportunity, sustainable development, international trade or innovation.


Made in Yorkshire

Whilst our roots still remain in Yorkshire, we have welcoming showrooms nationwide spanning the entire country and a national network of Home Visit Comfort Specialists performing consultations in our customers’ own homes.


Family Business

As we’ve grown, one thing that has never changed is the passion for comfort and furniture being at the heart of our business. We’re still family-run, we continue to hold traditional values in our hearts, and we have always been dedicated to providing a caring service and excellent value for money for all of our customers.

About HSL Chairs

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Up to 25 Year Guarantee
Over 50 years of craftsmanship and dedication to exceptional customer service have made us who we are today. We still only employ furniture makers with the experience, skill and commitment to manufacturing the highest quality products. That’s why we are confident to cover a large number of our furniture ranges with a 25-year frame guarantee. In addition, all electrically adjustable chairs have a 5 year guarantee covering mechanical fault on the motor and handset.
Queen's Award Winners
HSL has been recognised by The Queen’s Awards for Enterprise for one of our recent innovative designs, our wooden knuckle. The Queen’s Award for Enterprise is a prestigious award for recognising British businesses and other organisations who excel at promoting opportunity, sustainable development, international trade or innovation. 

Occupational Therapist Approved

All products are independently tested

As a member of the British Association of Occupational Therapists, Julie Jennings Dip COT HCPC, is highly qualified and greatly respected. Julie is frequently consulted for independent advice by a wide range of clients throughout the UK and Europe. All our chairs, sofas and beds at HSL are approved by Julie Jennings. Thanks to her work, you can relax in comfort knowing that each piece in our range has been thoroughly tested and evaluated by an independent health expert.

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  • 380 Poole Road, BH12 1DA, Poole, United Kingdom

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Very disappointed with a large delivery…

Very disappointed with a large delivery charge when we could have easily picked them up if you had them delivered to the store. Unnecessary expense.

23 September 2026
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Reply from HSL Chairs - Poole/Bournemouth

Thank you for your feedback.

Unfortunately, offering delivery to store for customer collection can significantly increase the handling of the furniture, which in turn increases the risk of damage occurring before it reaches you. We would hate for your furniture not to arrive in perfect condition, so items are delivered directly to your home to help ensure they are transported as safely as possible.

Whilst I appreciate this may feel like an unnecessary expense, the delivery service is designed to provide the safest and most reliable way of getting your furniture to you. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Satisfied with our choice.

We definitely needed a riser recliner and HSL was a brand I was aware of. The lady in the Poole store was helpful and identified the most appropriate chair in the HSL range. I have no idea whether we could have done better elsewhere or secondhand, but I am satisfied with our choice.

24 August 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

An enjoyable sales experience

We were warmly welcomed by Emma and Jessica. Our salesperson Emma was extremely helpful at outlining all our chair options and conducted herself with the utmost professionalism. We enjoyed complementary coffee and biscuits and left the showroom very satisfied with the whole experience. We are looking forward to receiving our delivery.

30 August 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great customer care from start to finish.

Great customer care from start to finish. Showroom staff could not be more helpful and very patient whilst we dithered about a decision.
Delivery of furniture made within the timeframe given and the delivery drivers, Ashley and Cameron, arrived promptly at the time given (in fact even a little early) and went over and above in helping to set up the furniture as we required.

24 August 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I feel totally robbed

I am 85, and was ushered into a purchase of a sofa bed that I was not 100% certain on, size wise, and they couldn't tell me the exact dimensions because "all computers were down" on the day.
I was told that I could cancel the order if I found there was a problem with the size. Upon trying to cancel I was pushed from pillar to post between the store and head office, and subsequently told that they would be keeping my £688 deposit, which was 30% of the total order value. I asked if I could have this as store credit so that I could order a smaller sofa and was told "NO, we will be keeping your deposit on this occasion". I have NEVER been treated like this when shopping before, or dealt with such an unreasonable company. If I could give them zero stars, I would.
The loss of that money has devastated me, and it will take me at least another year to save up that kind of money again.
My advice to anyone thinking of shopping here is find the type of furniture you want, and purchase it elsewhere.

14 August 2026
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Reply from HSL Chairs - Poole/Bournemouth

Good afternoon,

Thank you for your review. I am sorry to hear of your disappointment regarding your recent experience with HSL. You have kindly provided me with all the details i need to locate your order . Once i have investigated further i will make contact with you to discuss this further.
Kind Regards
Lauren Elliott
Customer Care Manager
lauren.elliott@hslchairs.com

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Chair fine instructions non English

Chair fine leaflet with chair was in every language possible except English so not a clue what it says
Delivery staff were excellent
We were told cleaning kit comes with chair but we were charged for it

4 August 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A1 service as always from HSL.

A1 service as always from HSL.
The two delivery men were very very helpful, and a pleasure to deal with .They were Ashley and Cameron delivering our reclining chair from Poole Dorset showroom. Thankyou to all, we oldies are delighted with our new reclining chair.

6 August 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

We purchased a 2 seater and a single…

We purchased a 2 seater and a single chair from HSL back in February. 8 weeks later our furniture arrived and was assemble in our living room. Within a week we noticed some faults such as stitching and the filling of the seats. We reported this to HSL and they sent an independent surveyor to assess the faults. He found so much wrong they ordered a replacement suite which arrived another 8 weeks later. This time the 2 seater is OK but we found that every time we sat on the single chair it made a loud noise. We called HSL again and a new surveyor came out and said the springs on the single chair are hitting the wooden frame so we are going to have to arrange a home repair which will take around 90 minutes. No consideration to whether we are happy to have this repair done in our home or that we may wish for the chair to be repaired at HSL.
Please think extremely carefully before you purchase anything from HSL as l personally think they're quality control is absolutely pathetic and there quality extremely poor. Maybe they should take a really good look at their manufacturering department as their is oversly a serious problem.
I will certainly not be recommending them to anyone.

27 July 2026
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Reply from HSL Chairs - Poole/Bournemouth

**UPDATE**
Good afternoon,

Thank you for taking the time to speak with me today.
I am delighted that we were able to discuss your concerns and agree on a resolution that you feel will resolve this matter swiftly and satisfactorily.
Thank you for your patience and understanding throughout this process. It has been a pleasure assisting you, and I am pleased we have been able to reach a positive outcome together.
Kind regards
Lauren Elliott
Customer care Manager

Good afternoon,

I am very sorry to hear about the issues you have experienced with both your original suite and now the replacement chair. This is not the quality of product or level of service that HSL prides itself on delivering.
I also understand your concerns regarding the proposed in-home repair and appreciate that you may wish to discuss alternative options.
If you would kindly email me your order details or contact information and I will investigate this further and make contact with you to discuss further.
Kind regards,
Lauren Elliott
Customer Care Manager
lauren.elliott@hslchairs.com

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Well received when entering the store…

Well received when entering the store the staff could not have been more helpful if they tried, the tea & coffee with biscuits had me hooked.
The total amount of knowledge of finishings weather wood or material including metals was very helpful ,
many thanks to the girls great service
Tina & Graham.

7 July 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Really positive experience

Really positive experience. We were guided through buying beds as there were lots of options. We finished with exactly what we'd hoped for. Can't fault HSL. The firm, the staff are truly top quality.

12 July 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Well Done HSL

The ladies in the showroom were helpful and efficient. I mention Mary and Jess in particular. The delivery men arrived when they were expected and installed the chair with the minimum fuss. Very well done to all. Thank you. I am also delighted with my Stressless chair.

8 July 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Service and product quality were first class.

Andrea the Sales Consultant was excellent. She was pleasant and very helpful in terms of matching my requirements to the correct chair. We had problems in terms of delivery but she helped to solve the problem by helping to shoehorn the chair into my small car.
Even payment was made less painful over a cup of tea and biscuit.
I am very happy with the quality of the chair and with the quality of the service provided, I would certainly recommend HSL

28 June 2026
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