Stool pillows: types and choices

A stool is that attribute of furniture, a kind of backless chair, which, of course, is in every home. It can be seen at the kitchen, work, writing, children's table.

When we sit on a stool, most of the load is on the spine. Therefore, taking care of your health and well-being, it is advisable to use special pillows. These products will be discussed in the article.

It would seem that a pillow on a stool - which may be more primitive, but not so simple.

• It minimizes stress on the spine and provides blood flow to the pelvic area. There are models that have additional functionality - they correct posture and normalize blood circulation.
• The pillow contributes to a more comfortable pastime.

But even for this seemingly uncomplicated product, there are certain requirements:

• made of high-quality durable materials that allow air to pass through;
• lack of slipping;
• ease of care and cleaning;
• the presence of orthopedic functions.

Each of the above requirements is very important and must be met by the manufacturer. All information about the product is indicated on the original packaging.

Experts say that this product can and should be used by pregnant women, for whom comfort and convenience are very important, as well as adolescents whose bodies are in the process of active growth.

In the modern home textile market, there is a wide range of soft stool cushions from different manufacturers. There are many types of products. First of all, they differ in their functional purpose - they are decorative and orthopedic.

• Decorative. They are used in the interior to create a more comfortable and cozy atmosphere, to mask surface defects. Knitted decorative products are in great demand among consumers.

• Orthopedic. This product was specially designed for people who spend a lot of time in a sitting position. There are several types of orthopedic soft pad on the stool.
  • Sensorimotor - supports the spine in a comfortable position for work, and most importantly, in the correct position. Has massage functions.
  • Wedge-shaped - the posture of a person who sits on a wedge-shaped pillow will always be good. Thanks to her, the spine does not bend, and fatigue decreases. It helps to reduce the rate of diseases that occur during sedentary work.
  • Supportive - corrects the lumbar spine.

And also all pillows differ, in addition to their purpose, also in shape, color, material of manufacture.

When buying a soft cushion for a stool, you should focus on the shape of the furniture seat - it must match it perfectly.

• Round product - the most popular form. In most cases, such a pillow has a characteristic hole in the center. It is preferred by those who spend a lot of time in a sitting position at work. This model allows you to take the lumbar part of the desired and comfortable posture for work. It is versatile in use, reduces stress in the hip region, and is resistant to heavy loads and weight.
• Rectangular shape Suitable for rectangular or square stool seat.Such models are in demand among the consumer, which is due to a number of advantages - a wide selection, reduced fatigue and stress, excellent fixation.

As for the color scheme, in this case the choice is not at all limited. Manufacturers make the same model in different colors. One product can be made in one color or several.

For those who love bright, playful colors, a pillow is a good choice. red, yellow, pink or other saturated shades... But for lovers of a restrained style, we advise you to purchase a model in gray, black, dark blue or brown.

Each customer chooses the color of the product, taking into account the mood, place of use and, of course, the design and interior decoration of the room in which the pillow will be located. Everything should be appropriate and harmonious.

You need to choose a pillow for a stool, considering many factors.

• The material from which the product is sewn. Most often, the manufacturer uses polyurethane, latex, polyester. The most durable and reliable pillows are made of latex, their shelf life is about 10 years. The simplest and most short-lived are polyester products, therefore, polyurethane is the golden mean.
• Filler - thin furniture foam rubber, synthetic winterizer or synthetic fluff, buckwheat or sunflower husks, small scraps of yarn or non-woven fabric, holofiber or loose fillers of a fine fraction should be used as it.
• The type of attachment of the pillow to the surface of the chair - it can be ties, tapes, Velcro or elastic bands.
• The form.
• Color and design.
• The size.
• Availability of additional functions.
• Appointment.
• Manufacturer.
• Price.

Everyone understands perfectly well that the better and safer for health the product, the more expensive it is... If you choose, for example, an orthopedic pillow, consider absolutely all selection criteria, study the information provided by the manufacturer.

You can buy a soft product on a seat both in the online store and in a special textile store, where you can familiarize yourself with the product in detail.

If you choose the right cushion for the stool, then it will become a beautiful addition to any room, and not just a means to achieve the goal, in this case, a comfortable seat on the chair.

For every room and different design, you can find the perfect pillow model.

• Kitchen - a combined decorative model of a round or square shape is well suited.

• Cabinet - this place is designed for work, so it is best to use an orthopedic pillow.

• Living room - in this room we spend a lot of time, we meet guests. A stool product should be beautiful, original, stable and have additional functionality.

• Pillows for baby stools they select such that kids like them, bright, mute unusual.

If you have not found a model that would fully satisfy your desires, you can order or make it yourself.

How to quickly and easily make a pillow on a stool with your own hands, see the video.