Pendulum rocking chair: features and choices

It is customary to call a rocking chair a rest device that has a special ability for a person sitting in it to swing back and forth. The inventor of this chair is unknown, but such designs were very popular among North American peoples back in the 18th century. Currently, there are several types of rocking chairs. Pendulum systems called gliders are in great demand.

A rocking chair of this type has a special pendulum mechanism. It is based on several slats that are attached to the fixed part of the chair. Holes are drilled into them on both sides and bearings are inserted. The upper planks have a larger gap between them than the lower ones. The ideal variant of this design is a trapezoidal shape.

The length of the pendants forming the frame determines the swing angle of the furniture.

Models of swinging devices with a pendulum mechanism, like any other system, have their own advantages and disadvantages. The pluses include several points.

• Such a mechanism works silently, without emitting a squeak or knock.
• The design is safe, it cannot turn over during use, as it has stops.
• The pendulum rocking chair works with any floor covering. On a parquet or carpet, the structure sways equally evenly.
• This type of furniture is good for your health. It relaxes the spine, relieves increased nervous tension.
• There are models designed for young mothers. With their help, it is very easy and comfortable to rock a small child.
• The back of the glider can be adjusted in tilt angle and fixed from vertical to horizontal position.
• Often, pendulum rocking chairs have a comfortable retractable footrest. These are the so-called recliners.

The following types of pendulum rocking chairs are especially popular.

• Armchair with a footrest. This is a standard model with a footrest that is an extension of it and is comfortable to place your feet on.

• Lounger that folds up. In such chairs, the footrest becomes a functional continuation of the seat.

• Recliner. This model of a pendulum rocker can be transformed due to a special mechanism. As a result, a stand, comfortable for setting feet, extends from the front. These chairs are mechanical or electrical.

• Massage chair. Gliders of this type are usually capable of performing several types of massage. They have an additional reclining cape.

There are many Russian brands among the companies producing gliders. This, for example, "Your sofa" with its hit of sales - EMI recliner "Tacoma 011". Firm "Furniture IMPEX" produces a series of pendulum rocking chairs "Comfort"... Massage chairs and gliders with a pouf are widely represented among furniture by Ego Balance.

Foreign models are primarily Finnish elite pendulum rocking chairs and recliners, such as, for example, Ilmari. German firm Hauck is a leader in the production of armchairs for comfortable rest of mothers and breastfeeding. Quality pendulum gliders from Malaysia and China supply firm Red Black.

To choose the right quality glider that will last a long time, will be comfortable, and will also fit perfectly into the interior, carefully study the following recommendations of experts.

• It is necessary to determine the place of use of the pendulum device. There are special models for use at home, in the office, in the garden.
• The choice of material also depends directly on the place of application. The vine is appropriate in a country house, rattan - in an exotic interior, garden rocking chairs are made of metal, and wood looks perfect in any setting.
• The best upholstery materials are alcantara, flock, eco-leather.
• Of the fillers, it is worth giving preference to vulcanized silicone, polyurethane foam and holofiber. Please note that the footrest is not available on all models.

For information on how to make a pendulum rocking chair out of metal with your own hands, see the next video.