How firm is the backing? If I hold it up, does it remain stiff and flat?
1249340
No, it does not remain stiff and flat, it is flexible. It is soft but supports the movement of my mouse very well-I highly recommend!
1249341
It's about an 1/8 or 1/4 inch of nice foam rubber with a kind of spandex cloth on the top and no. It's flexible.
1249342
Yes it is backed by about 1/8th inch of rubber type material. It holds up for years. The rubberized backing keeps it in place on your desk. I had mine for 5 or 6 years and it was still in good shape, only quite dirty over time from oily hands. I retired it and bought this one, even though I could have still used the old one. Just wanted a new clean looking one.
1249343
No, it will bend. The best I can describe it is like a yoga mat, if that helps
1898869
The back is very rigid but not straight up and it has a moderate lean to the back. My wife loves it but has made comments about the back not conforming to her spine.
614516
It is not stiff at all and it very flimsy and rolls up extremely easily with ease. Not good with you're looking for a permanent solution but works well as a travel companion since it will fit almost anywhere.
2224277
I find it reasonably firm. Definitely less firm than a box spring on a wooden slab (did that for a semester; don't recommend it), but probably firmer than your average mattress.
852391
It's rather firm, and has great back support. It does conform to your body, but you won't sink. If you prefer a very soft mattress - than this is not for you.
1818592
It is firm but not hard. I have back issues and was not uncomfortable at all. I am totally pleased with it overall.
56333
It is a little firm. My dad has only had it since December but says it doesn't feel like a $800.00 but it does the job.
2250880
It is pretty firm, but the fabric is really soft. The back cushions are also really soft. I am assuming that the cushions will break down a bit over time, but we gave only had it for a month, so it is hard to tell.
1353532
Very flexible. In fact, it comes shipped rolled up in a tube. I thought it might take forever to hold it's shape but it unrolled flat without any problem.
1325452
It is not too firm...It melds into my body, so it gives me support, but is not stiff.
1345132
When you lie on it its quite firm. But as it has springs when you sit on it it might seem to be softer as all your weight is at one point.
1415068
It's firm. Neither soft as the car seat itself nor rock hard. According go my 6yr it's just fine.
2178198
It is fairly firm. As with anything which isn't a solid, it would depend on how much weight is applied to it. I laid on it like the lady in the picture and it didn't budge. I hope this helps.
1404719
It is soft but firm. I find it very comfortable, but I don't have a bad back.
1935019
I have had the couch for about four months now. The sofa is soft/firm. Please also note the following: The couch was bought as an addition to my "Man Cave". It is not used very much and thus I cannot tell you how well it will hold its firm-ness under normal daily use.Take Care.
365201
Mine's held up fairly well, though I use it solely as a couch, not a bed. I'd say the firmness is medium: not super soft, but not so hard that's uncomfortable.
976129
I think it is somewhat stiff, but does hold it's shape as a result. My daughter got hers last Christmas, and has had it at the foot of her bed ever since. It looks exactly the same, which is good. However, on the other hand, it has never been a snuggling toy. I hope this is helpful to you. Happy holidays!