Rocking Chair Guides

  Have you ever considered the benefits that an outdoor rocking chair can bring to your home? If your answer is no, then you're about to be pleasantly surprised. A simple rocking chair can actually improve your health and overall well-being by: Easing the symptoms of people with Dementia Decreasing the need for medications Increasing balance capabilities Improving muscle tone Soothing babies with colic Easing arthritis and back pain Plus, they are a great addition to any home or porch, no matter what your style is. To help you pick out a great rocking chair for your porch, use our guide below to help you make the best decision today. Consider the Function The first thing to consider when purchasing an outdoor rocking chair is what you actually want to get out of it. What function do ...

  The bed and breakfast are becoming a more popular choice with travelers every year—and for good reason. These institutions take the comfort of home with the luxury of hotels, and they blend the best of both worlds into a charming, cozy and indulgent experience that draws guests back for more each year. There’s an air of romance and intimacy that comes with the bed and breakfast experience, and when done right, you’ll have a real money-maker on your hands. But a good bed and breakfast doesn’t just fall into your lap. There’s a lot of work that goes into making this business a profitable one. If you own a historic home, there is likely a lot of renovating that you’ll have to do in order to bring the house up to code. Older homes are often lacking when it comes to proper in ...

  More than just a piece of furniture, outdoor rocking chairs set the foundation for memorable summer gatherings, lazy afternoons reading in the sun, and quiet, peaceful nights gazing at the stars. You want to get as much use out of this special piece of furniture as you can, right? Even if your outdoor rocking chairs are made of the highest quality material, they are still susceptible to signs of aging. Without proper care, fading, stains, mildew and rust marks can begin to creep up over time. Outdoor rocking chairs are unique and special pieces of furniture. Therefore, unique and special care is required to help keep them in pristine condition. And this special care is much different than how you are used to caring for indoor furniture. So how do you care for outdoor rocking chair ...

  There's nothing quite like a rocking chair. Whether for contemplating life on the porch after dinner, reading a book next to a window on a rainy afternoon, or rocking a baby or small child to sleep, nothing can match the soothing and calming effect of a rocking chair. Add in some rocking chair cushions and not only does it elevate the comfort of the chair, but the look as well. While there are no single rocking chair cushions that are right for everyone, there are those that will be right for you. Depending on what you want from a cushion - from the perfect fit for your body right down to the perfect fit for that rustic corner in the cabin - there are several factors you'll want to ponder. At the top of the list are these simple considerations: Do they comfortably fit the ...

Rocking chairs are all about comfort—it’s hard to find a truly uncomfortable modern rocking chair. However, we all define “comfort” a little bit differently. Here are a few things to consider if you’re trying to find the most comfortable rocking chair for you (or for someone you love). Choose a modern chair. Antique chairs are excellent for collectors, but they usually aren’t very comfortable for a variety of different reasons. Furniture was built smaller 100 years ago. If you’ve ever walked into a home built in the early 1900s, you’ll see what I mean. You’ll find tiny rooms and narrow corridors that make it a challenge to get today’s furniture into the home. That means that an older rocking chair may be too narrow or too short to support your comfort. Even a well-built ...

  If you’re like me, you prefer to support your friends and neighbors with the dollars that you spend. The American economy has had it pretty rough lately, and I know I don’t like the idea of supporting jobs overseas, especially when I have some choices. Fortunately, when it comes to my beloved rocking chairs, there are some great American manufacturers to choose from. I wouldn’t have it any other way since rocking chairs are such a big part of Americana. They’re our history and our tradition. Here are five of the most popular brands, along with the most popular chairs that the brands produce. You’ll find a good selection of styles, manufacturing materials, and prices here. 1. Dixie Seating Company Rockers The Dixie Seating Company is based out of Statesville, NC. They’re ...

  Looking for valuations for your antique rocking chair?  We have partnered with Value My Stuff.  Click image below to get started! Is there anything more iconic and American than the rocking chair? Since the early 1700s, they’ve been a vital part of our culture, and just about everyone knows someone who owns an antique or a vintage rocker. These chairs are found in many living rooms or front porches, and they have a rich and varied history. The origins of classic rocking chairs, as we know them today, can be found in early 18th Century America's gardens. Back then, they were little more than chairs set on runners. At first, they weren’t very popular. They came into use in mental facilities and hospitals to soothe and comfort patients. It wasn’t until the Shakers began to bui ...

Are you considering a new rocking chair, either for your use, for the use of your guests or family, friends and loved ones? Buying a rocking chair might, initially, seem to be a straightforward choice, but it’s more complicated than it looks. Rocking chairs have an in-depth history that’s all their own. There is an endless variety of styles available, and some are more comfortable and useful than others. There are also quite a few sub-categories of rocking chairs, such as glider chairs, which can confuse the issue even further. That’s why we’ve put together this in-depth guide to help you navigate the world of rocking chairs. For whom are you buying the chair? This is the very first thing you’ll have to look at when you start shopping for rocking chairs. Who will be using the ch ...

Each piece of furniture that you purchase for your vacation rental properties represents an investment on your part. Each piece also plays into a guest’s total vacation experience. You want furniture that soothes and relaxes guests. You want furniture that fits seamlessly into the décor and the atmosphere that your cabin or cottage is attempting to create for your customers. And you want hardy furniture—furniture that can stand up to heavy-duty use by hundreds of people. Obviously, I’m partial to rocking chairs—this is, after all, a post on a rocking chair company’s blog. I can tell you that they’re part of the great American tradition and fit in almost any American vacation cabin or home, whether your hideaway is nestled deep in the Adirondacks or overlooking a stormy beach. ...

I love spending time in my cabin in the woods, but, I have to admit I didn’t love trying to decorate it, nor did I love trying to find the right furniture for it. I knew I wanted to create a relaxing space that looked completely different from the home I lived and worked out of. If I had my way, that cabin was going to transport me back a century or more. The whole point of it is to help me cast off all the cares and troubles that come with wild and crazy 21st century living.   I came up with a system for making sure I got exactly what I wanted, and it made the whole process a lot simpler. Now, I’m going to share that system with you, so that you can do just what I did—get your space decorated and get on with your life.   Gather Ideas   There are a lot of great log cabin decorati ...