In the years following World War Two, three men who were employees of as famous furniture design company came up with the idea of a foam-filled chair and bean bag furniture. This item, the Sacco chair, was an immediate success, and has been flourishing ever since. Children love the fun aspect of these products, but it can also be found in an elegant home as a cozy leather den chair.
The chairs and pillows are made to withstand children’s activities, but should be out of bounds for pets. It comes in many designs, including The Retro; The Classic; The Wedgie; The Recliner; The Seat; The Teardrop, and The Floor Cushion. The Teardrop is fashioned so that support is given to the sitter’s head and neck.
Unfortunately, as the years passed, there were many cheap imitations of this product, and many of them ripped at the slightest tug or pull. Sometimes the inner foam beads were released when the cover ripped, causing them to spew all over the room. This was a problem for mothers, as the little ones could eat the beads and become ill. Modern designs have corrected this problem.
While the bag chair has been a popular piece for a long time, it reached its peak of popularity in the 1970’s. The next two decades showed a loss in favor, but it made a real comeback and is now back on the top rung of the popularity ladder. Much of this is because of the great variety in fabrics, styles, and colors available today.
Everyone from sports fans to hunters can have a chair made to their specifications. Fabrics and styles can be fine-tuned to represent one’s favorite team. Besides the wild prints and earth colors, there are faux fur covers and leathers.
Children are the greatest customers of these chairs. They love playing with them when they are toddlers, and may use the same product well into their teen years. Teenagers seem to love bright colors and furniture in different shapes. The bags come in all colors, shapes, and sizes which are guaranteed to please.
Caring for your bean bag furniture should be fairly simple. First, always follow the manufacturer’s directions as to how to clean the item. Many have removable covers that can be washed by hand or machine. If they have been badly stained a stronger detergent may be needed. Outdoor pieces are another thing altogether. Try to keep the items away from rain or winter weather. They are lightweight and can be carried easily to a sheltered place when the weather threatens to turn nasty.
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