This solid oak Carolina Rocking Chair from Troutman Chair Co. is as sturdy as they come, and it will be soon regarded as an heirloom in your family. Choose who you want to give it to now. The design hasn't changed since 1924, which just might be its greatest appeal. The chair has perfect pitch (the angle of the seat when empty and at rest), so why change anything? Well, we admit the seat was changed to a double scoop and contour seat, but only because it was a vast improvement in comfort.
Employing construction techniques from the Shakers, the Swelled Joint Construction only gets tighter with time. This technique also uses no glue or harsh chemicals. In case this chair experiences a bit of weather (a little rain won't hurt), the nails are stainless steel and will not rust. This chair comes from the heart of the Carolinas, and no matter what scenery you're enjoying, you'll feel the work of a dedicated craftsman who knows that relaxation can be an art form.
Troutman Chair Co., established in 1924, uses sturdy oak stock from local loggers as they clear land for developing subdivisions, and does not cut trees just to make furniture. The logs are brought to the on-site mills to ensure quality control, and a link to their time-honored way of doing things.
Chair arrives mostly assembled.
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Oak has been used in furniture making for years and became prevalent in the 1600s. In America, oak became very popular in the late 1800s due to deforestation of America's virgin walnut population. Light colored oak became one of the most popular woods used in furniture at that time. Oak has been readily available in North America. Other woods have similar characteristics to Oak. Ash, Chestnut, Elm, and Hickory are other options that are similar in many qualities of Oak but each has its own special characteristics making it better suited for different projects.
Benefits of Oak include its light color, durability, and hardness. When oak is quarter sawed a very distinct pith (or flakes as they are called) is evident. Plain sawing oak usually shows the V or stripe of the wood. Oak fairs well in humidity and does better than some other woods in humid environments.
Manufacturer Care Instructions:
Yearly maintenance of your rocking chair will help keep its finish looking new. Whether outdoor or indoor, keep your rocking chair cleaned and polished with a high quality furniture polish to extend the life of the finish. Should your rocking chair get wet, please be sure to dry it as soon as possible. If used outdoors, the finish on a wood product will eventually begin to deteriorate. To restore its beauty, we recommend a light hand sanding and cleaning followed by application of a quality finish material as directed by your local paint store.
