| a tub chair may seem like a fairly straightforward | | | | The same applies to the joints. Good tub chairs will be |
| process, but you can save yourself a lot of money by | | | | made from hardwood, and the joints should be glued |
| following a few simple tips. The furniture market is | | | | together, and fitted into each other. This will give a solid |
| currently flooded with very cheap items that have | | | | base for the springs to work. To check the joints you |
| been mass produced. The quality of the materials | | | | can kneel on the seat of the chair and hold the arms. |
| used is very poor, and this is reflected in the final | | | | Try moving the arms together and apart. If there is a |
| product. What may seem like a very stylish chair on | | | | lot of movement then this is a sign of poorly fitted |
| the outside will be seriously lacking in both support and | | | | joints. Listen for creaking noises as well. Inferior build |
| comfort when you actually sit on it. | | | | quality will result in a lot of joint movement, so avoid |
| Luckily there are a few ways to determine the quality | | | | these kinds of chairs. |
| of the tub chair whilst you are in the store. The first | | | | Look underneath the chair. You should see the label |
| thing to do is sit down. You should immediately get a | | | | that tells you some important information about the |
| feel of the comfort level it has. The chair should be | | | | chair. There should be a country of origin on the label. |
| supportive right from the start. Try to feel the material, | | | | You ideally want a chair that has been built in your |
| be it leather or fabric, it should feel soft and welcoming. | | | | county by a specialist company if possible. Avoid |
| The support is provided by the springs and the joints. | | | | chairs made in the Far East, or be aware that the |
| Try bouncing on the seat a little bit. The springs should | | | | price will reflect the quality you get. |
| coil and come back to their original position immediately. | | | | Finally, decide how much use the tub chair will be |
| Listen for any noises from the springs. Quality springs | | | | getting. If you plan on using it every day then it is worth |
| will be silent, and if are hearing squeaks or groans from | | | | spending a bit more money on something that will last. |
| them then it is a sign of poor quality. This may result in | | | | However, if your intention is for occasional use, then a |
| these springs becoming damaged after a bit of use. | | | | less expensive chair may well be fine for your needs.. |