footrests

Where feet go

Footrests are supports for the feet, typically attached to chairs, recliners, or motorcycles.

They provide comfort by allowing legs to extend rather than dangle: She propped her feet on the footrests of the recliner.

On vehicles like motorcycles or wheelchairs, footrests serve a practical function, giving riders a stable place to position their feet.

furniture

ottoman

Backless cushioned seat

hassock · tuffet · recliner · armchair · sofa · loveseat · bench · taboret · settee · banquette

comfort

cushioning

Softening force or fall

upholstered · foam · velvet · leather · fabric · contoured · warming · heated · massage · vibrating

ergonomics

adjustable

Able to be changed

circulation · positioned · angled · padded · contoured

support

platform

Raised flat structure

  • baseSupporting bottom structure
  • standUpright support structure
  • pedestalSupport for statuary

ledge · prop · cradle · frame · mount · bracket · elevation · cushioned · padded · sturdy

vehicle

dashboard

Vehicle control panel

motorcycle · pegs · stirrups · scooter · bicycle · car · airplane · bus · train · cockpit

Categories
Opposites
body part supported

footrestsheadrests

Padded seat-back extensions

armrests · handgrips · backrests · neck pillows · neckrolls

Family

footrest

Familiarity
Top 200,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G