Mamasan Cushion

Extremely popular during the 1960?s and 1970?s, mamasan chairs have made a comeback. Cozy, comfortable and stylish, mamasan chairs are available in many shapes and styles combined with pads of various fabrics and colors. Like any type of upholstered furniture, mamasan chair cushions are available in various different levels of quality and comfort.

The typical mamasan chair features a rattan or bamboo frame and a mamasan cushion or pad. Mamasan chair styles vary from single seat to cozy loveseats. Another very popular mamasan is the swivel rocking chair which often includes a rattan ottoman topped off with a matching cushion. The terms mamasan and papasan are often used interchangeably.

Single seat mamasan chairs are typical round and can range in size from small to large. Most often seen in a bowl shape, single seat mamasan chairs and cushions make a great place to curl up and relax. Double mamasan chairs are sometimes referred to as mamasan loveseats. Designed for two people, these comfortable chairs are perfect for sharing space with a favorite friend.

Another popular mamasan style is the rocker recliner which combines a rattan or bamboo frame and a mamasan style cushion. When combined with a mamasan ottoman or footrest, mamasan rocking chairs offer great comfort and style. The frames for mamasan rocking chairs are most often made from the same materials as mamasan chairs.

An important component of any mamasan chair is the frame. Mamasan chair frames can be found in a variety of materials including bamboo, rattan and wicker. Bamboo and rattan are popular and decorative choices for mamasan chair frames. Just as important as choosing the right mamasan chair cushion is selecting a quality frame. Bamboo is a strong, durable and renewable material that is often used to make high quality and decorative mamasan chairs.

Rattan lends itself to several methods of coloration and finishing. Natural rattan finishes are the most common, though many rattan and wicker furniture pieces can be found with decorative stain finishes. Rattan and wicker furniture lends itself quite well to paint and lacquer finishes which adds to its decorative versatility.

Rattan is a naturally occurring species of palm plant. Rattan is an incredibly versatile plant that consists mainly of long, slender stems. Grown principally in India, Malaysia, China and other parts of the South Pacific, rattan has been used for everything from rope and cable to floor mats. The fruit and shoots of some of rattan are used as food source.

Other plant sources for mamasan chairs include wicker and bamboo, willow and various species of reed plants. The inner ?core? of the rattan stalk is considered to be the strongest part of the plant. Rattan is used not only for wicker furniture but can be seen in the furniture that has been caned. Flexible and strong, strands of rattan can be fashioned into many different shapes and weaves. The creation of wicker furniture can rightfully be considered an art.

Mamasan chair cushions can be found in a wide variety of fabrics. When selecting a mamasan chair cushion, durability and comfort are important considerations. Materials used for batting can include cotton, down, polyester fiber and other types if synthetic materials. Cover materials for mamasan chair cushions include cotton, cotton duck and cotton polyester blends.

Synthetic blend fabrics, usually a combination of cotton and polyester, are long wearing, stain resistant and available in a veritable rainbow of colors and patterns. Chenille fabrics are soft, comfortable and stylish.

Microfiber fabrics have become popular choices for a variety of upholstered furniture and this includes mamasan chair cushions. Microfiber fabrics are tightly woven and are considered more wear and stain resistant than other types of fabrics with a more open weave. Micro suede fabrics have the look and feel of leather suede.

When choosing a quality mamasan chair cushion, there are several things to look for to make you are getting good value for your money. Fabric colors and patterns for mamasan cushions are almost endless but the proof is in the quality of the cover material and inner batting. Thicker is usually better when it comes to mamasan chair cushions so look for cushions that are at least five to six inches thick. Thinner mamasan chair cushions may be less expensive but are not nearly as comfortable.