The seat does not look very soft or comfortable. Is it hard plastic or is it suitable for longer term sitting without risk of pressure sores?
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Its hard plastic, designed to slide into a tub/shower to allow the person to wash up. My mom took about 10-15 minutes to shower so not sure why you would want to sit in the chair for longer term? The nurse taking care of my mom said it's the nicest shower chair she has ever seen and it functions perfectly.
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It is hard plastic. The sliding bench is not meant for long-term sitting. It's intended only for use during a bath.
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wouldn't sit on it for an hour and a half but comfortable for the time it takes to shower.
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It is a shower chair--not meant for long term sitting, so yes, it is hard plastic--the same material as most shower chairs. One problem with it is that the removable center meant for easy perineal cleaning has a tendency to let loose, when attempting to stand. Also the hole it creates when removed is too large for a slim person to be able to use it effectively.
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It is plastic. Like student desk chairs. I do not know about long term use. Wife uses it to bath and says she was comfortible for the length of the bath.
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It is hard plastic, but its for a shower, so how long would a person be sitting on it. I wish it had a swivel seat, which they make but are quite a bit higher.
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I affirm the answer given by martin sickafoose above. Some sort of poly. It's smooth, not scratchy at all. Breathes as well as you can expect for a plastic/foam seat. Our daughter has always been very comfortable!
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Hi. It is comfortable to sit on. It is a bit squared off in the back. It is easy to clean and looks nice and shiny. best of luck
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I wouldn't recommend it without a cushion. It is hard plastic. You could but it wouldn't be comfortable for an extended period of time.
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i did purchase a gel cover the one recommeded for this seat. It is a little more comforting for the longer rides. Just remember it is not a couch. It is a work out peice that unless you buy a saddle will not totally be comfortable.
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I would say it is not as "softly" padded because of the material it is made of. This can be wiped clean. The head and waist inserts are nicely cushioned. If you have a very thin baby I can see why you might prefer something else. I really think there is plenty but the material is a bit deceptive. I'm grateful a diaper explosion occurred in this seat and not my other son's soft fabric seat! Hope this offers some perspective.
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It would certainly help. It is somewhat rigid. I sit in a Hermann Miller chair, which has a type of web design seating, not a hard seat. I have had this product for at least a month and the only drawback is the slight odor it has when it gets warm. I put a towel on it and it solved the problem. Hope this helps.
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Yes, it is not a hard metal seat, but you can pad it, I'm sure. My husband and I both use it. My daughter bought one first and we were impressed. I had a Schwinn bicycle as a kid and the quality is still the best. Smooth and quiet as well. Cathy H
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the seat is hard metal like the back of the chair. it's a very comfortable chair though, and you could put a cushion on it if you want a softer seat. i love the chair
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I sit on my lift-seat for several hours each day and don't find it terribly uncomfortable. It is not as comfortable as my recliner. I think it would be difficult to use a cushion as it would be hard to keep it in place due to the angle of the lift-seat.
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Hey there, I ve had the chair for like 4 months now. They are hard plastic and the top is padded with some sort of rubber although it is quite firm it never hurts my arms I like it. There is a very very slight surface that you could call abrasive if your very picky. Although its so small I would just consider it a smooth surface. Hope this helped.
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the seat takes some getting used to. if you aren't used to typical road bike seats you may want to get a gel cover for it or get a softer seat that isn't as punishing on sensitive areas.
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No, I don't think it would last. Besides being uncomfortable to sit on. Keep looking for other benches.
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No, it's pretty comfortable. I haven't sat on it for an extended period of time, but it's nice.
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It has a "Padded" feel. It's not hard and cold like a normal toilet seat is. There is also a slight Vinyl feel to it as well, but it quickly disappears after a couple seconds.
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It will likely last a long time; but I do not like it. It's not comfortable at all really and no way more than one can sit on it. Also no one can sit on it like a chair, it is for laying only and even then your curled up a wrapped up you can't move. The material and weave are strong but if your looking for comfort... Probably not your best option
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My child sits on it as she pleases sometimes longer than 5 mins at a time if she is watching her shows or looking at a book while getting comfortable sitting on her potty...she does it without any problems or seeming like its uncomfortable for her...although I haven't actually checked for any red marks it hasn't been a concern for me to because she has never given me a reason to believe it is hurting or uncomfortable for her. Hope this some what helped you.