How Much Space Does a Power Recliner Need to Fully Recline?

Should recliners have extra room in front or behind them, or both? 

Yes, power reclining furniture needs enough clearance to fully operate without hitting a coffee table, an end table, or other furniture, and it has room from the wall. Most power reclining furniture takes 6 or 12, maybe 18 inches to go back, so leave room for the front of the power reclining furniture or leave room for the back. That way, when your guests come to the big game watching party at your home, they can be totally comfortable in that full reclining position, saying, "Touchdown!"