My big IKEA love is the Strandmon chair. From the very first sight it was on my wish list. And now I’m enthusiastically looking for a place for him in my small studio apartment and an extra 13 thousand rubles.
The yellow IKEA Strandmon chair is the most popular among other options.
The price is not small at all. To be more precise, its cost in the official catalog is currently 12,999 rubles for models with textile upholstery. Is it worth the money? I thought that perhaps I would find negative reviews and after reading them I would refuse to purchase. I did find a few comments, but how significant they are is up to you to decide. In the meantime, let's talk about its sizes and color options.
Strandmon first appeared in the ikea range in the 1950s. And 60 years later it returned to sale again without losing its relevance.
Rack KALLAX
These universal modules have deservedly won the love of customers: square shelving can be combined, complemented with baskets and fronts, placed on the floor or hung on the wall.
One of the most popular designs with four sections measuring 77x77 cm costs RUR 2,999. Made from chipboard and fibreboard. You can choose other sizes and colors.
The CUBE bookcase from Leroy Merlin is slightly smaller (70x70x31 cm), but its price is significantly lower - RUR 1,857. Made from laminated chipboard. It can be easily combined; in addition to white, it is available in graphite and oak colors.
For comparison, a CALLAX of 12 cells costs 6,499 rubles, and a CUBE costs 4,318 rubles.
Peculiarities
Scandinavian style is becoming increasingly popular among designers, interior design specialists and ordinary consumers. Ikea armchairs are a striking example of how diverse the furnishings in the home can be. The company, which produces a wide range of products, offers a new look at comfortable relaxation. Ikea regularly updates and improves the design of its armchairs, but there are also classics that have successfully retained interest for more than 40 years in a row.
The ability to remain faithful to traditions and the desire to always be ahead of its time has brought the company many fans around the world. The Swedish corporation uses only environmentally friendly materials in its furniture, and combining products from different collections is not difficult, because they have a single concept. Among the features of Ikea chairs, the following can be noted.
A wide selection of design solutions - from classic to avant-garde. You can easily choose the appropriate option based on the characteristics of the situation and the chosen interior style. Ikea always has the most fashionable new items, including the popular hanging capsules or bean bags, which were introduced into fashion by this company.
Careful selection of materials
When using soft chairs, you don’t have to worry that their covering will quickly become unusable. All Ikea chairs are easy to clean and are not afraid of mechanical impact.
Safe fillers that retain their shape well. The soft upholstery uses exclusively hypoallergenic components, which can even be used in a children's room. They do not create favorable conditions for the development of bacterial microflora and retain their properties in a humid environment. Among the materials that are placed inside the seats and backs are polyester, polypropylene, and polyurethane.
Stylish appearance. The Ikea catalog contains furnishings for all rooms - from an office study to a cozy living room. You just need to decide on the color, size and design. And the brand’s designers will make sure that the interior looks decent.
10 year warranty. This is how long the warranty period for the company's products lasts.
Easy to assemble. Even without much experience, connecting the parts will not be difficult. Each package contains detailed instructions and all the necessary hardware.
Materials
In the manufacture of the Strandmon chair with headrest, a combination of artificial and natural materials is used. This mix allows you to get a very durable and high-quality product that can withstand more than one decade. Also, the combination of materials greatly simplifies the care of furniture. The upholstery of the chair consists of cotton (40%), linen (20%), polyester with viscose (40%).
To dry clean the product, it is enough to use a regular vacuum cleaner; wet cleaning can be done using a steam cleaner. If persistent stains appear, it is permissible to use non-aggressive cleaning agents for dry cleaning furniture. When washing a removable cover in a machine, it is advisable to use liquid powder or special shampoo.
Hypoallergenic components that absorb moisture well are used as filler. The artificial environment does not attract harmful microorganisms, which are the main enemies of natural fillers.
- The seat consists of polypropylene and polyester. These materials retain their shape for a long time even with frequent use, and also do not require additional care.
- The frame of the Ikea Strandmon chair is made of beech, chipboard and plywood.
- The legs of the product are made of solid beech, varnished to maintain its original appearance for years.
This combination simplifies assembly and makes the overall design quite light, but at the same time reliable.
Design
The upholstery color range is varied: grey, blue, green, yellow, you can also choose a light or dark shade of the main color. All these colors fit perfectly with the interior of the house. The high legs are made in brown. The seat cover can be removed and washed in the washing machine on a delicate cycle.
Subtle colors of the upholstery give a flight of creative imagination; the chair can be decorated with bright pillows or a checkered blanket. Pillow covers can be changed depending on your mood, time of year or the onset of a holiday.
Chair width – 82 cm, height – 101 cm, depth – 96 cm, seat height – 45 cm. These parameters require maximum stability of the product and its reliability in use.
The seat of the Strandmon chair is not located high, and the backrest with headrest is tilted at an angle so that you can sit in a reclining position, lean against the small protruding “ear” and relax as much as possible.
A chair with “ears” and a high back is often called a fireplace chair. “Ears” serve as additional protection from drafts.
The headrest is designed to relieve fatigue from the cervical and thoracic spine and serves as a support for the head. A headrest is especially necessary for people who cannot remain in a straight back position for a long time.
You can place it in the office, guest room, bedroom, hallway. This model is so versatile that it will suit any interior, but will look most advantageous in rooms in the Art Nouveau style in pastel colors.
Model features
Ikea focuses on a number of key points that make the Strandmon chair as comfortable as possible:
- Ergonomic design. The height of the backrest, the height of the product and armrests, the depth of the seat, the height and stability of the legs are significant elements. Their high-quality execution, taking into account ergonomic features, determines the comfort and ease of use of the chair;
- The chair parameters are optimal both for the height of the user and in accordance with the size of the room.
- The quality of the upholstery material and fittings meets all requirements and standards and does not require special care.
- Additional amenities. The chair is equipped with armrests, a headrest and small “ears”.
The concept of comfort is individual: some people prefer high seats, others do not like headrests. Ikea designers have developed general standards for comfortable seat design:
- A comfortable chair should have a seat depth of at least 60 cm and a height of 40 to 60 cm. The Strandmon chair fits perfectly into these parameters.
- The height of the armrests should not exceed 25 cm.
These sizes are not only as comfortable as possible, but also selected taking into account the anatomical structure of the person.
Wicker, rattan
Wicker rattan chairs are relevant not only as garden furniture, but also as a piece of furniture in a city apartment.
“Buskbu”, 8,499 rub.
“Finntorp”, RUR 5,999 Photo: @evgenia_agapova
Armchairs of the “Agen”, “Holmsel”, “Buskbu” series will add comfort and warmth to the interior.
“Holmsele”, RUR 3,999. “Storsele”, RUR 7,999.
Wicker furniture is suitable for arranging a lounge area on a balcony or loggia.
"Agen", RUR 4,299
"Ulriksberg", 7,999 rub.
Poufs and covers
The quality and therefore the service life of each specific model differs. Leather chairs wear out quickly, and fabric chairs also lose their original attractive appearance over time. But this problem can be easily solved with the help of a removable cover or banner.
The cover can be sewn or purchased ready-made from IKEA. Separate covers are sold for chairs of the Poeng and Lycksele series.
Custom-made Poeng cover
Seat cushions for adults and children's chairs "Poeng"
Watch the master class on sewing a cover in the following video:
Poufs and footrests are a convenient addition to the chair: you can stretch and relax your legs.
“Alseda”: 2 in 1 – pouffe stool and table, RUR 2,999 “Gamlegult”: can be used as a footstool, stool, book shelf or cat house. Price – 5,999 rub.
“Innerscare”, RUR 3,699 “Strandmon” with footstool
Children's
Small copies of the “adult” chairs “Poeng” and “Strandmon” will definitely be appreciated by your child.
Another model of a round children’s chair, shaped like an egg, is “IKEA PS Lemsk”, completely unusual and cosmic. Can rotate and be covered with an awning. Once purchased, such furniture will become an indispensable attribute for playing hide and seek.
Garden
IKEA garden furniture is suitable not only for arranging a country veranda, but also for furnishing a city loggia or balcony. The “Falholmen”, “Eplaro”, “Bondholmen”, “Yutholmen” series are perfect for these purposes.
"Eplaro", 3,800 rubles. "Bondholmen", 13,500 rubles. "Eplaro", 8,499 rubles.
Reviews
I said above that I did find some comments about the quality and design. But such comments are a drop in the ocean of positive reviews. Beauty, convenience, comfort captivate and, as they say, many are ready to forgive some minor shortcomings for beautiful eyes.
