Sit And Relax: Fun Hammock Chair Facts
Chairs have managed to become such a big and essential part of our lives and daily routine, that we hardly ever think about what, when and how caused their invention, from a historical point of view.
And for the majority of us, when it comes to a comfortable chair (the purpose can go beyond the mere accommodation of our bodies for a few hours), it is all about the well-known hammock chair. Of course, the main concern is to get the quality piece, the right material, the right colour and to find a reputable seller. But, how much do we really know about this useful, comfortable and highly beneficial single-seat piece of furniture? In the following paragraphs, you’ll be able to learn more about this piece of furniture through some fun and not so famous facts.
Mayans Did It Again
Aside from consuming chocolate way before the Europeans were even aware of its existence, the Mayans were also the ones to blame for the invention of the hammock chair. Such a clever nation they were, weren’t they? These chairs were originally woven from the Hammack tree, hence their name.
Sleep Has Never Been Better
If you already have a hammock chair, you must be well aware of the secure and natural way it holds the body and allows it to relax freely. Yes, hammock chairs really go beyond their looks and the beautiful settings they’re usually put in. It’s in their actual physics and design to make us feel sublime, sleepy even. Therefore falling asleep in a hammock has been thought to be one of the most restorative ways to indulge in a phase of relaxation.
North Carolina: The Mother of the Super-sized Hammock
People in America know how to make items extra large, including their hammocks. North Carolina is the owner of the largest hammock chair in the world. This hammock can hold 4 tons, so you can invite all your family and friends to share the fun with you.
Who Spread The Hammock Fever in Europe?
In the 15th century, hammock chairs caught the eye of Christopher Columbus and he didn’t hesitate much when it came to bringing hammocks all the way to the European continent.
The Newest Craze: Hammocks in The Workplace
Feeling well rested is a key for being as productive as can be. And what could be better than a short nap in a hammock chair? Some of the world’s best known companies decided to think outside the box, so they placed hammocks over plush carpet so that their employees can rest in the real sense of the word.
Utah: Where a Super High Hammock Resides
There is a hammock chair in Utah that hangs 150 meters in the air over a massive canyon. Would you be brave enough to take a nap?
A Hammocks Infused Cafe
There is a cafe in Tokyo where people sit in hammocks and there are no chairs at all. If you can make it to Tokyo, do visit the Mahika Mano cafe and drink the most relaxed cup of coffee of your life.
The Costly Side of Hammocks
Laying in a hammock chair is one of simple pleasures in life. An affordable item that can feel luxurious, unless you decide to buy the Petiole – the costliest hammock in the world. This hammock can blocks most UV rays, hold up to 250 kilograms and it costs $35,000.
Some Hammocks Are Just Trash
But, hey! I mean it in a good way! For this project you will need around 500 plastic bags and a little bit of a manpower. You can transform these bags into something amazing and very useful – a hammock.
A Hammock and a Bath
Can it really get any better than that? Bubbles, warm water and a swinging chair. It sounds crazy, but it’s true. A hydro-hammocks will give you the pleasure to have warm bubble bath wile enjoying the view. Is it too much to ask for once in a lifetime?
