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How is the Sport-a-Seat different from the knock-offs? |
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The Sport-a-Seat is made in the USA. The knock-offs are made in China. The cover of the Sport-a-Seat is made with Sunbrella fabric, which will not fade, and a very sturdy zipper, which will not break easily if at all. The cover of the knock-offs made in China is an acryllic fabric that is likely to fade, and the zippers tend to beak quite easily. The Sport-a-Seat uses a very high density polyurethane foam which maintains its cushion for years. You don't feel the frame through the foam, nor do you bottom out when you're seated. The knock-offs from China have foam which is not very dense, and you tend to feel the frame as well as the surface on which you're seated after a short period of time depending on your weight. The frame of the Sport-a-Seat is incredibly sturdy, will hold up to 350 lbs in each position and has contour bends for back comfort. There is a teflon protector attached to the hinge. The knock-offs from China have no back contours, are definitely not very sturdy and have no protector attached to the hinge. The knock-offs from China are sometimes less expensive than the Sport-a-Seat. However, BUYER BEWARE. |
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What is the cover made of and how will it hold up? |
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Marine grade Sunbrella canvas, which repels liquids and yet breathes to allow quick drying. This fabric resists mildew, cleans easily and is UV protected for up to 5 years of constant exposure to the sun. |
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Is the cover removable for cleaning? |
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The cover is machine washable, however removing the cover is usually unnecessary for cleaning. Follow the simple cleaning instructions attached to each seat. |
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Will the Sport a Seat float if it falls into the water? |
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Yes it will, for quite a long time. However, it's not intended to be used for floatation.
If it falls in the water, you have plenty of time to retrieve your Sport a Seat. |
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What happens if it gets wet? |
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Sea spray or a wet swimsuit won't hurt the Sport a Seat. Most liquids bead up and run off. If it gets really wet, simply allow to dry in the sun before stowage. |