Moon Chair


Roundabout Chair

Although most people are familiar with sphere chairs and others like it, there is one type that is much bigger and more comfortable.  These chairs go by many names, and their shape usually has something to do with what they are called.  Moon chair, sphere chair, dish chair, or saucer chair, they are all variances on the same type.  What definitely does matter though is the size and softness of the chair, and this is the area that sets the great ones apart from the ordinary ones.  One of the best kind that you can get is called a roundabout chair.  Here is what you need to know about them:

red roundabout chairRoundabout chairs are pretty big.  They are big enough to really sit back and relax in without feeling cramped.  While the smaller sphere chairs are fine, there really is a big difference with these large roundabout chairs.  From side to side, it measures almost four feet across, which is plenty big.  The frame isblack roundabout chair made out of lightweight, but sturdy metal and is built to support the weight of up to 250 pounds, which is enough to hold most people.  Despite their size and construction, these chairs are actually pretty lightweight, which means that you can easily pick it up and move it around if need be.

You can get a roundabout chair in 3 colors:  red, black, or cocoa.  Although you might see them for sale at a store once in a while, the best place to get one is still Here on Amazon.com.  The reason is because you can compare models and buy one from whoever has the best price.  The prices pink wide wale chairof the best kinds of roundabout chairs are usually in the $125 range.  If that is simply out of your budget, take a look at these wide wale saucer chairs, which cost less than $40 and are pretty much the same size.  These are actually the most popular type, because pretty much anybody can afford one and they fit perfectly into a small apartment, kids bedroom, or dorm room.  The other good thing about them is that they are available in lots of cool colors like green, pink, red, and blue, in addition to the darker ones mentioned above.  See the picture on the left and  Take a Look at all of Them Here.

Moon Chairs for Designer Spaces

Although there are definitely plenty of cheap moon chairs around, there are some very nice ones on the market as well.  While one of the cheaper models might look fine in a teenager’s bedroom or on the patio, many people are reluctant to use them in the living room for fear of detracting from the ambiance.   The truth is that there are some moon chairs that will look absolutely stunning pretty much anywhere you put them.   Let’s take a look at what sets these chairs apart.
The first thing that you should know is that these chairs often have a different name, although the shape and design is the same.  Depending on the manufacturer, they may be called round chairs, papasan chairs, roundabout chairs, or even oval chairs.  Regardless of the name, they all share the same basic design structure.
black papasan chairThere are three things that set high quality models apart from their cheaper counterparts:  Size, comfort, and style.  As far as size goes, when you are talking about moon chairs bigger is definitely better.  A large moon chair will allow you to stretch out more, put your feet up, and completely sink in.  The smaller models may be great for folding up and taking on the road, but they just aren’t as comfortable.   The largest moon chairs are nearly 4 feet across, which should be plenty wide enough to settle into.
Arguably the most important thing that a moon chair should have is a nice and soft cushion.  Portable camping models don’t even come with a separate cushion at all, so they shouldn’t even be considered if your main concern is comfort.  High end papasan chairs usually come with a really soft, microfiber cushion that is removable.  There is only one way to find out which chair is the most comfortable, and that is to try them out.  Even if you are going to shop around and perhaps buy one on the internet, it is wise to test some chairs out at a department store first.  High end furniture stores might not carry these chairs, but a store like Ikea most likely will.  The big box stores like Wal-Mart may have some as well, but the quality might be inferior.
If you are going to have your moon chair sitting in the living room, you should definitely choose one that looks stylish.  Although the colors in your sitting area may vary, it is likely that either a red, black, brown, or tan chair will fit in nicely.  Red seems to work well if you have white or black sofas and other furniture, and it gives the room a bit of color.  Likewise, a black moon chair will offset white couches nicely.  If you want to go with a more neutral color that blends in more than it sticks out, you might want to consider light brown.
Expect to pay somewhere in the range of $100 or more for a designer moon chair.  While this may sound expensive the truth is that these quality chairs are a bargain compared to loveseats and other lounge furniture.  In addition, they will last quite a long time and are easier to clean.  Take a look at some of the best ones here.

Moon Chairs for Boys

February 17, 2010 by  
Filed under moon chairs for boys, moon chairs for kids

If you want to give your little boy his own special chair to sit on, one of your best options is a moon chair.  Also known as saucer chairs or sphere chairs, these round little seats are wonderful for both kids and adults.  You might be wondering why that is.  The reason is that moon chairs for boys are soft, stable, and provide support for the entire back and head.  While other chairs don’t have head support, a moon chair does, so you can see why they are more comfortable than normal seats.  All of these chairs fold up flat and most come with a little carrying case.  This makes them perfect for taking outdoors or to friends’ homes, as it gives them a familiar place to relax and take a break.  Moon chairs for boys come in many different styles, and it will depend on the age of your child and his interests when deciding on which design you should get.

Here are the most popular moon chairs for boys:

Disney’s Cars Moon Chair

From the phenomenally popular “Cars” movie by Disney and Pixar, this chair is sure to be a hit with any little boy.  It has Lighting McQueen on the front of it and comes with its own little carrying pouch.

Disney Toy Story Moon Chair

This one is another super Disney hit movie, and pretty much every kid will love the pictures of Woody and his pals.  The bright blue color of the chair will appeal to almost all boys.

Diego Moon Chair

From the cartoon TV show “Dora”, this chair features Dora’s sidekick Diego in action. Toddlers seem to really love this show, especially the little ones.  Surprisingly, the Diego chair is rated to hold more weight, which means it is constructed a little sturdier than some of the others.  It is also a couple of inches bigger.

Pirates Moon Chair

Rrrrrrhhh Matey!  The kids’ Pirate moon chair appeals to kids a little bit older who are exploring their sense of adventure.  A perfect place to sit while exploring books or watching a movie.

Moon Chairs for Older Boys

WWE Wrestling Moon Chair

Designed for boys who are old enough to watch wrestling, the WWE saucer chair is the place to take a rest after expending all that energy.  The chair is blue and has the wrestlers John Cena, Triple H, and Batista. Unlike the other moon chairs for boys, this one is bigger and can hold up to 150 pounds.

Star Wars Moon Chair

This is another great chair for older boys or adults, as it is quite large.  The manufacturer says it is for kids ages 5 and older, and can hold up to 200 pounds.  It has a cool Darth Vader logo on it.

If you are wondering about the size of these chairs, most of the moon chairs for kids can hold up to 81 pounds (37.77 kg), although the Diego moon chair says it holds up to 100 pounds, which means it will probably hold kids up to 7 years old or so, depending on their weight.. They are suitable for toddlers that are able to climb in and out of seats like this by themselves, and want to have their own special place to relax and read a book, watch cartoons, or take a nap.  Most of the chairs say that they are for kids ages from 1 to 4.  Once kids get too big, you will probably need to upgrade and get them a moon chair for adults.  There are specially made models that will appeal to teenage boys.  Some have designs on them, and others are just a solid color.  If you want a design, the WWE Wrestling chair is a lot bigger than the other kids’ saucer chairs, and can hold 150 pounds, which is about the weight of your average teenager.

Moon Chairs for Kids

Sometimes it can be pretty tough to find good furniture for children.  While every kid has a little bed, chairs are a little different.  As soon as a toddler learns how to walk, they need some resting time in a chair.  Furniture stores are full of kids’ chairs, but many of these are hard and uncomfortable.  One of the best is moon chairs for kids, which are also called a saucer chair.  There are a few reasons for this.

First of all, moon chairs for kids are really comfortable.  They are designed to provide full body support, including for the head.  A kid can really sit back and relax in a moon chair, and can take a nap in one as well.  Kids’ moon chairs are made low to the ground so that toddlers can easily climb in and out of them by themselves.  The great thing about these kids’ saucer chairs is that they have such great designs that your child will really love it in his room.  Perhaps the greatest thing about moon chairs for children is that they are so reasonably priced.  Even for great designed models, they usually only cost around $20.  Let’s take a look at some of the most popular ones.

Moon Chairs for Boys

For boys, the most popular ones have good cartoon pictures on them.  For the really little fellas, the Diego moon chair (Dora the Explorer’s buddy) is a good bet.  These are good for kids that are 2 years old and up.  Children that are a little older tend to stop watching Dora, so one of the other cartoon characters will work great. Here are the other moon chairs for little boys:

  • Disney’s cars moon chairs:  They come in two different designs from the popular cartoon movie which most boys love
  • Disney toy story moon chair:  Popular for over a decade now!
  • Pirates moon chair:  From the immensely famous Pirates of the Caribbean movie with Johnny Depp
    WWE wrestling moon chair:  Suitable for older children who love wrestling

Moon Chairs for Girls

For the little girls, there is no question that the most popular characters are the Disney Princesses.  If you are looking for that special chair for a little girl, here are your choices:

  • Disney Princess Kids Moon Chair:  Has the three most popular Disney princesses on it: Snow White, Sleeping Beauty, and Cinderella.
  • Disney Ariel Moon chair:  From the Little Mermaid movie
  • Dora the Explorer Moon Chair:  The #1 toddler’s television show.  There are a few different versions of the chair.
  • Disney Fairies Moon Chair:  There are a few different versions of this one as well, with all of the Disney Fairies on them.
  • High School Musical Moon Chair:  Great for older girls who are a bit old for the cartoons.

Kids Moon Chairs

Moon Chairs: Great for Adults and Kids

Who would have thought that such a simple design for a chair would turn out to be so popular?  As it turns out, moon chairs are absolutely wonderful for relaxing, reading a book, or watching TV.  Although they aren’t the fanciest looking chairs in the world, they sure are comfortable.  Despite their casual appearance, you can get a moon chair in any number of designs.

Additionally, there are moon chairs that are designed specifically for adults, or a smaller one meant for children.  You might have heard these chairs called by another name, but they are all the same.  Other names include the saucer chair and the sphere chair.  All three of them are named after their cool shape.

Our Most Popular Moon Chairs

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blue moon chair green moon chair
pink butterfly chair cars moon chair disney fairies saucer chair

One of the best things about these chairs is that you can fold them up and store them in the closet if you want.  As for cleaning, some moon chair covers can come off easily, and some can’t.  You will need to check with the manufacturer before buying to see if yours will come off.  This is an important factor, since eventually the fabric cover will get dirty and need washing.  It is a lot simpler if you can just remove it and toss it into the washing machine. Try doing this with a normal chair!  As for buying these chairs, if you try shopping at a local store, chances are that you will only have a couple of options.  Shopping on the internet, on the other hand, will allow you to choose from any of the dozens of styles that are made from various manufacturers.  Let’s take a look at some of the most popular moon chairs that are available.

Moon Chairs for Adults
Although many people picture kids sitting on moon chairs, there are actually plenty of moon chairs for adults.  As you might have guessed, the ones designed for adults don’t usually have crazy cartoon pictures on them, and most of them are in darker, toned-down colors.  You can get a large moon chair in the following colors:  brown, black, pink, green, teal, blue, and camouflage.

A company named Tofasco makes a large moon chair that has a different kind of cover on it. Instead of a smooth fabric cover, theirs is corduroy, which in my opinion kind of adds to the comfort.  Their chairs are plenty big enough for adults to sit in, and the sturdy steel frame has a weight limit of 250 pounds. The corduroy version is called a fuzzy moon chair, because of the fabric.

Due to their light weight and fold-up convenience, many people actually take an adult moon chair with them camping, or use it outside on the patio or lawn.  They are actually cheaper than a lot of camp chairs and after a long day outside, it feels great to be able to relax in one of these chairs and recline, instead of hunching over on a wooden bench or log!  The famous outdoor company, Cabela’s makes their own version for outdoor use.  Cabela’s moon chair has a camouflage patterned cover, and a few extra perks that other chairs like this don’t come with.  For one, it has a padded seat, and in the upper part its headrest has a built-in pillow.  If you don’t care about what company made it, you can just get a cheap green moon chair or something like that for about $40.

If you are looking for moon chairs for teens, they are pretty much the same pink moon chairones as those that you would buy for adults, since kids grow up so quickly during these years.  If you are looking for a present for your teenage kid, large moon chairs are great for a few reasons.  First, they are inexpensive, so if they get trashed, you can just toss it and get a new one after a few years.  Second, they are perfect for just hanging out, which seems to be what teenagers do best!  The only difference is probably going to be in the color.  Teenage girls will probably like one of the brighter colors like pink or teal for their room.

Moon Chairs for Kids
Children especially love moon chairs, and if you get one of them for your kid, I can guarantee you that they will log some serious hours sitting in it.  Chances are they will fall asleep in there too.  The good thing about moon chairs for kids is they come in colors and styles that children love.  It doesn’t matter if you have a boy or girl, there is surely a design that will suit them.  Here are some of the most popular ones:

Moon Chairs for Boys

  • Disney Cars Moon Chair:  This one comes in two different styles
  • Pirates Moon Chair
  • Star Wars Moon Chair
  • Diego Mini Moon Chair
  • Shrek Moon Chair
  • WWE Wrestling Moon Chair:  Perfect for the older boy who loves wrestling!
  • Shrek Moon Chair

Pretty much all of these chairs come with their own little carrying case, and cars moon chairthey fold up nicely so you can take it with you.  These are great for when your toddler needs a nap at the park, the beach, or whenever you are away from home.  Alternatively, use it in the living room for a perfect place for your little guy to enjoy some quiet time. Pretty much all of these saucer chairs for boys cost between $20 and $30.  The exception is the Star Wars version, which costs a little more.

dora moon chair

Moon Chairs for Girls

  • Disney Princess Moon Chair
  • Bratz Moon Chair
  • Tinkerbell Moon Chair
  • High School Musical Moon Chair:  Great for older girls
  • Dora Moon Chair

If your little girl needs her own special place to sit, do both of you a favor and get her one of these.  The pictures on these saucer chairs for girls will make her feel special and she will enjoy reading and relaxing in her own special place.  Like the boys chairs, all of these saucer chairs for girls cost between $20 and $30, and can be found on the internet easily.