Since you are looking for a glider, you definitely want to take a look at one of the industry leading products – a Shermag glider. Whether you want quality or a good price, Shermag does a great job of giving you both. Look in any nursery, and chances are you will find a Shermag glider in it.
So let’s take a look at some of the most popular glider rockers online.
This Shermag Glider Rocker combo is very, very popular. In fact, it is the most popular one on Amazon.com. It is made from quality hardwood, and the seating area is very large. This means that not only is it comfortable for bigger people, but it also allows people to adjust their seating position easily. The seat cushions and arms are padded with very thick padding.
This Shermag glider is very smooth when rocking. The steel bearings provide smooth gliding without all the noise. If you have ever tried rocking in an older glider, you know what it feels like to hit bumps every time you move back and forth. This glider has not bumps – just an easy rocking motion. It can also be locked into position if you don’t want to move back and forth.
This glider rocker is so comfortable and versatile that it is great in any environment. However, it is especially good for nursing mothers or for use in a nursery. Unlike a traditional rocking chair, you don’t have to worry about accidentally rocking on a baby or having kids flip backwards. These are very dangerous situations that can easily avoided with a glider rocker.
As of yet, we still haven’t even talked about the ottoman that comes with this Shermag glider. It is a rocking ottoman that matches the rocker beautifully. Oh yeah, you can also choose between different types of hardwood on the glider and ottoman so that you can match your current décor perfectly.
One final note – this glider rocker comes at a great price especially if you shop online. It is not unusual to see sales of 30% or more off of the retail price.
Now if you want a glider that is just a slight step below the one above, you want to look at the Beige Chenille Shermag Glider Rocker Combo. You can get this one about $100 cheaper than the option above. This rocker has the basics – the hardwood body, the nice cushions, and the steel ball bearings. This one you can also lock into place.
The main thing you will notice is that there just isn’t as much cushioning. It doesn’t have as much (i.e. on the outsides of the arms) and it is nearly as thick where it does have it. Don’t get me wrong, it is still a great deal, especially if you want to save a lot of money. But if you plan on using your Shermag glider often, you want to consider spending a little more for a bit more comfortable rocker.
A great advantage to both of these gliders we have looked at is that they are both very simple to assemble. You don’t have to spend a ton of time – in fact, in a matter of minutes, you will be enjoying the comfort and smoothness of a quality Shermag glider.