Different Types of Cushions Used on Recliners

With the busy atmosphere of today’s lifestyle, people find different ways to relieve stress. There are those who take up a sport or go to quiet spots to relax. Some opt to just put their feet up at home. The best way to do this would be to sit back and unwind on a recliner. As with most upholstered seats, the essence of a recliner is the comfort provided by the cushion. You may be asking why there’s a need to look into the kind of cushion used in a recliner. Well, different types of cushions spell different levels of comfort. Getting to know them will make you a smarter shopper. Recliner with Gel Cushion The typical cushions used in recliners are fiber, foam, gel, and air cushions or a combination of these materials. Each has its own advantages and disadvantages. Gel and air cushions are used primarily on medical recliners. Gel molds to the contours of the body and spreads the weight of the person evenly, so it is usually combined with foam to come up with a cushion that reduces pressure and can be positioned easily. It is heavier than other types of cushion. Air cushions are lightweight and are also used to relieve pressure. However, they require a higher degree of maintenance. For the best cushion to serve a patient’s needs, make sure to consult a therapist. They know which medical recliner is best for the needs of a particular patient. Fiber cushions, as the name implies, are filled with loose fiber, usually synthetic. They’re very durable and will last a long time. But then, it is difficult to maintain the shape of the cushion as the loose fibers do not permanently stay in one place and the cushion may end up being bunchy on one side and with little padding on other areas. Recliner with Fiber Cushion Foam cushions are lightweight and also easily mold to the contours of the body. Most recliners use this type of cushion. Foam density determines the softness or firmness of the cushion. There are different types of foam used in recliner cushions. Memory foam molds to the contours of the body by reacting to body heat, thus relieving pressure. It is denser than other kinds of foam and therefore gives more support. Another kind of foam used in recliner cushions is Dacron wrapped foam. Dacron wrap or batting is used to give a comfy feel to the cushion. It also gives it longer life and fills in any slack in the foam. Now that you know more about the types of cushions used in recliners, you’ll have a better idea about what kind you’d want your recliner to be made of. You’ll be enjoying its comfort for a long time so it doesn’t hurt to be more selective.