SEASIDE CASUAL LOUNGES
Seaside Casual Outdoor Chaise Lounges Review : Made in USA
Outdoor chaise lounges invite relaxation by their very nature, and Seaside Casual furniture is no exception. As we’ve mentioned before in our reviews of other American-made outdoor furniture lines like Brazel Truck Gardens and Casual Enterprises, New England furniture-making has a long history of quality craftsmanship. Now based in Rhode Island, Seaside Casual aims to build on that tradition by producing sturdy, long-lasting pieces designed to stand up to the elements while still looking stylish and relaxing.
They make outdoor furniture ranging from benches to sofas to dining sets, but their chaise lounges caught our eye for patios, pool decks, beach houses, or wherever else you’d like to lounge outdoors.
WHY WE LIKE SEASIDE CASUAL
Durability, ease of maintenance, and eco-friendliness are watchwords for seaside casual furniture. Every piece is made with recycled/recycled-looking materials and designed to require less upkeep than your average patio set. All their outdoor furniture is built to survive vicious seaside sun/ocean/birds/salt spray or snowy Midwestern winters.
Additionally, their chaise lounges are proudly made in the good ol’ USA: Assembly and quality control happen right here in the States. And they use EnviroWood®, a recycled polymer (HDPE) material that “simulates the look of natural wood” but will not fade, crack, warp, splinter or rot.
Models We Love
Kingston
Kingston Chaise by Seaside Casual
If you like simple, tried-and-true New England style in your outdoor furniture, look no further than the Kingston collection by seaside casual. It’s hard to beat their classic styling or reputation for solid construction when you’re looking to spend a lazy afternoon poolside or on vacation by the lake.
KEY FEATURES
* Lightweight design: Built-in wheels and convenient grip lets you roll Kingston Chaise around to follow the sun. It also features an adjustable back reclining mechanism and optional folding arm kit sold separately.
* Supportive: The optional folding arm gives you a little extra support if you’re lounging with a book or your feet don’t quite reach the ground.
* Cushion-friendly: Furniture-style legs and absence of arm mean you can also use separate cushions to dress up Kingston for even comfier lounging.
ASSEMBLY & MATERIALS
Made with an EnviroWood® frame and slats, assembled with 316 marine stainless steel fasteners. Made in the USA
DIMENSIONS
26.25" W x 82" D x 34.75" H; Seat Height: 13.75"
Weight: ~87 lbs
COLOR VARIATIONS
You can get Kingston chaise lounges in White, Natural, Grey, Black, Charcoal, Chestnut and several premium heathered finishes like Teak, Smoke, Stone or Walnut.
WHAT WE LIKE
It’s tough enough to take on summer rays by the ocean or winter freezing by the lake, and easy to move around for all-day lounging. Cleanup and maintenance are a breeze.
MAD
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Got a more modern style? Seaside Casual’s MAD Fusion line lets you mix and match powder coated aluminum frames in “Platinum”, “Bronze”, or Gloss White finishes with all-weather panels in EnviroWood® slats or woven HDPE fiber designed to “resemble wicker.”
ADDITIONAL FEATURES
Hidden Fasteners: All seams and joins are hidden for a sleeker look
Adjustable: Like the Kingston, this chaise features an adjustable back reclining mechanism and optional folding arm kit
Optional Cushions: MAD chairs aren’t sold with pads, but you can get separate cushions in outdoor fabric to dress up your chair or to provide some additional comfort.
ASSEMBLY & MATERIALS
Frame is powder coated aluminum. Wheels are made from aluminum. Panels available in either EnviroWood® slats (standard and premium “heathered” colors available) or spun/woven HDPE fiber.
DIMENSIONS
Approx. 26.5″ W x 79″ D x 11.5–12″ H (Varies depending on panel selection) Seat Height: Approx. 11.5–12″ Weight: ~38–81 lbs, depending on options.
COLOR VARIATIONS
Available in all the colors mentioned above for Kingston plus navy and sage, and woven options are available in White Wash, Cocoa Bean, and Slate Gray.
WHAT WE LIKE
Metal frames mixed with recycled/recycled-looking materials means MAD seating has a more modern, stylish vibe than traditional wood-outdoor furniture. Despite its more angular design, it’s every bit as weather-resistant as the Kingston.
LONG-TERM VALUE
In a word: Durable. These chairs aren’t going to fall apart after one season lounging by your pool or beach house. Made right here in America, chaise lounges from seaside casual are built to last for years of outdoor relaxation with little more than an occasional rinse with your garden hose. Crafted with EnviroWood® made from recycled milk jugs and other plastic products, they’re also kind on the environment.
Pick one up from an authorized retailer or directly from seaside casual’s website to make your own backyard or seaside cottage a little more relaxing. Cheers!