Wooden rocking chair

The most unique element of furniture, invented by mankind, can rightly be called a rocking chair. Becoming the owners of such a luxurious piece of furniture, you can get not only the original decoration of the room, but also the opportunity to relax comfortably, while improving your body and soul. After returning home from work, hardly anyone will refuse at least a few minutes of free time to swing in a chair with a cup of delicious coffee or delicious tea.

The rocking-chair from the massif is a universal product of the joinery industry. It can be installed inside and outside the dwelling, it is original to complement it with any interior - modern or a bit outdated. Rocking chairs are made from a variety of wood species: ash, pine, beech, oak, etc. Completed with all production technologies, the rocking chair withstands loads over 100 kg, and it is light but durable and can serve the owner for more than a decade .

Wooden chairs are ideal for a classic interior, but one cannot say that it is an accessory that has long been out of fashion. Modern furniture industry offers a lot of interesting models of rocking chairs made of wood, which perfectly complement a variety of design styles:

• Swinging chairs release fabric upholstered different colors and options of a pattern, with a seat from high-quality polyurethane foam.
• There are models with orthopedic seat and filling from latex polyurethane foam and elastic environmentally friendly foam. Such products literally envelop the seated, taking the shape of his body. They relieve the spine and create gentle soothing vibrations.
• Rocking chair, covered with stain / varnish or special paint. The woody base is a rather warm raw material; it is pleasant to sit on it in any weather, even in frost.

Buying a rocking chair is a successful acquisition in every sense. In addition to the aesthetic function, they perform the function of wellness. Doctors believe that this type of furniture has a beneficial effect on human health. Confirming Facts:

• During the monotonous swinging in the chair of the person sitting in it brain activity increases.
• Measured wiggles help restore internal balance, they soothe, relieve tension and stress.
• Is returning muscle tone lower limbs and back.
• Bounces back the cardiovascular system.
• Spending time in a rocking chair helps solve problems with impairments. musculoskeletal system.

There are practically no negative moments in wooden furniture. There are two factors that can overshadow buyers - poor quality fake. In this case, the product may have a weak design, and therefore, will serve a very short time. Well, if the chair is really high-quality, then its price can be too heavy for people with limited financial capabilities.

Swing chairs are of the following types:

• From the vine - a classic view. Openwork hand weaving, enchanting with the scent of natural wood will create a unique atmosphere of coziness in the house. In such models, older people like to while away the time. The only drawback is poor tolerance of moisture.
• From flexible creepers. The ideal solution for installation in a modern country interior. This material can not be fixed with screws or nails, suitable only adhesive contact and hand knitting. For this reason, the rocking chair from the vine is inferior to the product from the rod, however, the rattan is stronger, which means it keeps its shape better. It can be used outside the walls of the house - on the veranda or balcony.
• A rocking chair with a soft back and a seat is a suitable option for those who spends much time in a sitting position. Leather, leatherette, dermantin and velor can act as upholstery. In some design options provided footrest.
• Designer hybrids. The combination of upholstery and durable base of wood and metal will refresh the design of the house, will allow you to relax and unwind after a hard day's work.

When choosing a rocking chair, you need to pay attention not only to the appearance, it is important that the product is comfortable. The chair should move without hesitation, the design should be elastic and reliable, have an average rigidity. You should also not forget about balance, the design should not deviate to the sides and should not turn over, especially if the person is sitting quietly, not moving.

The chair should be moderately soft, but not too hard. The structure of the product is elastic, due to this, easy swinging is provided. The golden middle between soft and hard elastic seats are considered.

A high-quality massage rocking chair keeps you in balance. Armrests should not interfere with the comfortable seat. Before buying you need to check all the joints in a wooden product.

Chairs made of wood, not intended for use in the garden should not be taken out of the enclosed space. Such models are susceptible to direct sunlight and moisture, because they do not have a protective layer. As a rule, the manufacturer indicates this feature. Polishing wooden chairs with massage will not be superfluous. From the use of special sprays, the tree will only become stronger, moreover, its appearance will improve.

Furniture, created by hand, valued much more than the purchase option. It not only pleases the eye, but also gives double pleasure - it is not a shame to show it to others, which means there is a reason to be proud of yourself, and in such products it is much more pleasant to relax. In addition, hand-made furniture is cheaper than a factory product and is unique.

Swinging wooden chairs look much more spectacular than plywood, but they are much more expensive. Since natural wood is not a cheap pleasure, you can take a trimmed board or wooden pallets of secondary use as a base for a chair (external flaws can be easily removed).

Required tools and materials:

• Euro pallets;
• bar 50x100 mm with a length of 60 cm (not less than 3.7 meters);
• 4 screws with a thread of 90 mm;
• bolts with a diameter of 12 mm - 6 pieces;
• 6 bolts with a length of 50 mm;
• wood glue;
• cardboard tubes (wall thickness 5 mm);
• jigsaw;
• drill;
• sandpaper.

Phased manufacturing at home:

1. Disassembly of the pallet. Remove all metal parts (nails, bolts, nuts). The board should not be any extra items.
2. Corners and edges with damage need to saw off and sand with sandpaper.
3. Of six bars make 2 side frames.
4. From 4 bars it is necessary to make L-shaped sidewalls future seat. Important! All joints of this model are performed rocking in the tongue;
5. Runs for runners should be rounded off with a saw, and all irregularities and minor defects clean sandpaper. For better stability, the front part of the skid should be shorter and the back part longer. This type of construction will swing well and will never tip over.
6. On the upper part of the runners, you need to make grooves for the vertical side posts, You need to smear everything with glue. The fixed construction must be left overnight.
7. To enhance the future of the chair you need drill a hole in the center of each small diameter joint and insert bolts into them. If a non-obese person will use the rocking chair, it is not necessary to carry out the above manipulations.
8. In the L-shaped side seats need Drill holes for future back and seat.
9. Tubes need to smear glue and insert into the holes.
10. Details rocking chairs can collect.
11. At the final stage you need clean the product from the exposed glue and sand the wood so that there is no burr anywhere.
12. Finished product can varnish or paint suitable to the interior of the room color.

To learn how to make a rocking chair with your own hands, see the next video.