Different Types Of Cushions Available In The Market
When considering the interior of any house, cushions play an important role
. Cushions provide us comfort as well as beauty to the interiors. Cushions are of different types according to their use and manufacturing material. Let us now take a look of some of the types of cushions available in the market.
1. Bench and chair cushions
Cushions have been used for many years. One of the important types of cushions is the bench and chair cushions. Usually chairs and benches are made of hard substance such as wood and metals. For this reason it is uncomfortable to sit in those chairs for long time and hence we use cushions. Sofa cushions come under the category of bench and chair cushions. There are many types of sofa cushions, cushions vary with the size of the sofa. Let us now take a look of the various types of sofa cushions
T shaped sofa cushions It is called so because it resembles the English alphabet T. It is basically rectangular in shape and is placed in the bottom side of another cushion. Two sections are stretched out of this cushion to ensure that it fits firmly on the sofa.
L shaped sofa cushion L shaped section is a rectangular section in which a small section sticks out. More than one L shaped cushions are used on a regular sofa. L shaped section is a little bulky when we have to move the entire sofa or the cushion section from one place to other. For this reason if you are planning to buy this just think twice and buy.
Rectangular or Box type sofa cushions- These are regular cushions used on sofas. These have a rectangular shape and resemble a box. Rectangular cushions can be moved easily and are much comfortable than other types of cushions.
2. Bolsters
Bolsters are round pillows used as backrests of sofas. It resembles the shape of a log and is also used as pillows.
3. Floor cushions
Floor cushions were first used by the Japanese. These prefer to sit in the floor to talk or to do meditation. Floor cushions are very much popular nowadays. Floor cushions are made out of sturdy fabrics and are usually of good build quality. They are much used in modern homes and in children's rooms. Kids prefer to play on the floor and hence a couple of floor cushions will be there in their rooms or in the family rooms.
4. Wheel chair cushions
These are special wheel chair cushions designed for those people who cannot move around. For them cushions which provide comfort is not just a need but a necessity.
Remember that you are the one going to use what you buy, so make sure you choose the best cushions.