FAQs About Rocking Chairs

Rocking chairs are great for relaxation, but do you ever wonder who made the first rocking chair? Or perhaps, what features newer rocking chairs have? Even such a simple chair has a long history filled with many interesting facts.

Q: Where did the rocking chair originate?

A: The answer is that no one really knows who created the first rocking chair. By the early 1700s, rocking chairs were part of North American Colonial culture. There is, however, speculation that Benjamin Franklin was the inventor of the chair; but no evidence can confirm this hypothesis.

Q: What is the rocking chair like now?

A: Rocking chairs are still very popular among families today. Most of the time, these chair are found on porches or in the backyard. Since people spend more time inside, the rocking chair has also developed into a glider.

Q: Rocking chair versus regular chair, which is better?

A: In terms of health benefits, the rocking chair is superior. This is because rocking chairs are not static. Rocking chairs move back and forth depending of the user. The chair is adjusted to better accommodate the center of gravity of the user, taking strain off his or her back.

Q: How should you take care of your rocking chair?

A: The best way to protect the chair is to protect the wood. This can range from a complete sanding down and repainting of the wood, a simple cleaning using a soft brush or using wood seal, if the chair is outside.