Hello there! Taking apart a recliner sofa can seem tricky, but it's usually quite manageable once you know what to look for. The provided context didn't include specific instructions, but I can definitely guide you through the typical process.
The most common first step is to remove the backrests from the base. To do this, feel along the back of the sofa where the back cushion meets the seat base. You are searching for small metal levers on the frame, usually one on each side of the backrest. These are often hidden under a flap of fabric that you may need to lift up. Once you locate a lever, you typically need to lift it or push it to the side to unlock it. While holding the lever in the released position, you can then slide the entire backrest straight up and off its mounting brackets.
After all the backrests are removed, you can separate the individual seating sections and any middle consoles. The sections are often connected to each other with a type of metal bracket system. To separate them, you'll usually need to lift one entire seat section straight up a few inches to disengage it from the adjoining piece, and then you can pull them apart. If there's a center console, you may need to tilt the sofa forward to find and unfasten any bolts connecting it to the seats from underneath.
It's always a good idea to have a friend help you, as the pieces can still be heavy. Taking a few photos as you go can also be a huge help when it's time to put everything back together again
