Oak Gliders

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Updated 03/05/2021

Everyone can appreciate oak furniture, and if you are looking for that final piece to finish your seating area, an oak glider is a good way to go. These are made of the finest oak, crafted with care, and upholstered to suit the owner, ensuring you will enjoy these practical and fetching oak gliders for a very long time. See collection for details.

Buying Guide

No matter if you're shopping for oak gliders for a nursery or another room in your home, their back and forth motion are soothing and comfortable for anyone deciding to sit and rock. They're also an optimal sleep-inducing place for feeding, reading to, and cuddling with babies and young children. With a myriad of styles and options available today, we've put together this buying guide to help inspire your decisions.

What to Look for in Oak Gliders?

Because you're going to be making a significant investment, there are several factors to look for regarding oak gliders. The material is high-quality, which will last you for years. Therefore, it will drive up the price tag. So, look for the following options to ensure a lifetime of satisfaction:

Comfort and Support: in addition to supporting the back, the glider should also offer head support. Changing positions should be natural, and the size should be right for your body. For example, you should be able to reach the floor comfortably and, if you're holding a baby, the arms shouldn't be too narrow.
Padding on Armrests: while this may not seem too significant initially, you'll be glad you took this into consideration in the long run especially if you need to support a child later on or want to lean while reading a book. Try sitting on several oak gliders in the store to see how the armrests feel before making a selection.
Solid Frame: be sure the frame doesn't have any parts that are glued together because, over time, they'll fall apart. The structure should feature sturdy construction that is screwed together and has wooden caps over each screw head. These details ensure no scraps or pinches occur.
Safety: if you’re adding this piece into décor where there are small children present, be sure there aren’t moving parts that can pinch fingers. It’s possible to find construction featuring wooden enclosures on both sides of the glider.

How to Style with Oak Gliders?

Oak gliders are available in dark or light finishes. Therefore, matching them to the existing wood finishes in your room isn't an issue. Their woodcut details offer versatility, as well. So, they'll work in traditional, vintage, rustic, and transitional style rooms seamlessly. One of the best things about oak gliders is their padding. The use of this option allows you to coordinate fabrics with carpeting, drapes, and the upholstery of your existing furniture.

Are There Standard Sizes of Oak Gliders?

While oak gliders are available in several sizes, the standard measurements for a glider rocker are 26 inches long by 25 inches wide by 40 inches high. The inside seat dimensions are typically 20 inches wide by eighteen inches deep. So, when you're looking for oak gliders, be sure to take these measurements into consideration. If you need something more substantial, don't forget the wood construction will make the glider heavier. Because gliders take up less space due to their lack of padding in comparison to a standard rocker recliner, they’re easier to work into living room and bedroom designs.