As a child, there are few things more exciting than 'fun furniture.' As a parent, one would lump inflatable couches, bean bag chairs, video game rockers, and see saws into this category. Things designed especially for youngsters, but with some very clear design flaws. That is, these things will delight children and adults of all ages, but fail to withstand the test of time. I've often wondered, myself, if there is a world record for longest period a bean bag chair has remained in tact upon deliverance to a 10 year old. And we can't put ALL the blame on the kids- how many times has a bewildered wife followed a trail of misplaced legos into the rec room to find Pop passed out on an abstract arrangement of play furniture? There's a reason air, water, and bean furniture exists; because it's comfortable. It's more than novel to sit on a giant piece of foam, a-la preschool mat style, it's oddly comforting to feel enveloped by these new textures and unconventional ideas.
We pass them on the street (yes, literally the side of the road here) all the time. I can feel my heart racing and my foot panicking on the gas pedal as I silently pray the light up ahead will turn green before the wandering eyes in my car notice. There is absolutely no way I would allow a 'bean bag' chair in my home. We have pets, 3 of them, and one child hearted adult, plus 10 year-old. My pockets, and patience, is notdeep enough to tolerate those pesky PVC pellets and the tears that would follow it's retirement. So, when I discovered Xorbee, I knew I would soon be trading my villan's cap for one of a hero. Not only does the Xorbee range of foam furniture rely on a 2 piece system that features a washable cover, but the inner foam shell is impressively durable. Because this memory foam like filling molds to the pressure of it's users, there will never be any stiff or sinking points. These products return to their normal shape slowly after the lounger has emerged, and hold their structure quite well for multiple modes of lounging. The foam will also compress under extreme weight or pressure, meaning no bursting seams or nasty tears.
We received our Xorbee Xquisite lounger just before Christmas and I was happy to promise it's release as soon as the (fake) tree had been dismantled and hauled to the garage. Once we again had our living room back I decided to toss our storage ottoman to the corner and give the giant, heavy, white Xorbee box a go. These loungers weigh upwards of 50lbs upon delivery and arrive vacuum sealed into a very swollen box. I highly recommend visiting the brand website to view an unpacking video prior to attempting this task at home. While the Xorbee does not expand as rapidly as I'd envisioned, you do have to be on your game to stuff it into the cover before it becomes unmanageable. Speaking of covers, Xorbee offers a multitude of colors in Twill, and easy to clean micro-suede materials. I love that the covers can be removed and washed, and even better, changed to match a decorating re-design.
The company also produces a unique range of foam based furniture and mats for young children, in addition to their wildly popular Big Pillows. Think of these big pillows as personal Xorbee loungers, 3' x 4' at the smallest size. I recall seeing these sell out all last holiday season (as I'd had in mind to get one for the other half). In my opinion, having seen one of these pillows in person at a neighbor's house, this is the Xorbee gateway product. Once you invest in a pillow, you'll end up with a wall of them for the entire family. Before long you'll be contemplating one of the loungers for parties and guests (we can fit about 4 children on our lounger, happily playing the Wii at once). Beginning March 25-29, there will be a National Groupon deal for these unique Xorbee XL RelaXer Pillow (a retail value of $160), at just $69 with FREE Shipping. Stock up on these for holiday and birthday gifts now, you won't be disappointed.
So how has our Xorbee lounger stacked up over the past few months? It's certainly received daily and extensive use. After holiday break I moved the, very large, Xorbee to our living room corner, where it can still make it's way in front of the TV if needed, but serves as additional seating when not. Daily Sabrina arrives home from school and sets up 'base' on what she has called her 'world.' She will complete her homework, then begin her assigned reading (though she hardly ever makes it through her 30 minutes without dozing off, it is that comfortable). We pull the Xorbee out to play Wii together, spend lazy afternoons watching movies on Netflix, and even carried the monstrosity downstairs and across the street as a makeshift 'tattoo bed.' (I know, I know- but that particular artist swears she is buying one for home and shop; she was in love instantly!)
With it's big pop of bright and bold red, the Xorbee is without a doubt the first thing seen when guests enter our home, and the first piece of furniture they want to use. We have several friends with larger frames, which our couch does not accommodate, and this adds the added freedom of ample lounge space. As far as durability, I've yet to notice any tears or rips along the beautifully sewn seams, and am constantly impressed as to how easy the micro-suede material is to clean with a damp cloth and water. I would highly suggest the added investment of a micro suede cover; I've scrubbed everything from nail polish and paint, to food off of the cover and it is just as beautiful as the day it arrived! Save 15% on your next Xorbee order with code MOMMATOLDME!
What Daughter Says: If you're looking to move your home into a new century of modern lounge furniture, look no further than Xorbee!
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I would totally love the Xotic lounger
ReplyDeleteI'd love the Xtra Large RelaXer Pillow, it looks so comfortable! It would be wise to take advantage of the National Groupon deal for the pillow.
ReplyDeleteI like the xpert gamer, xcaliber looks awesome too.
ReplyDeleteI'd love to have the Xotic Lounger
ReplyDeleteI would love to have the Xcursion in my home. These are all very nice. thanks for the wonderful giveaway!!
ReplyDeleteI would love to have the Giant Relaxer. These are really neat.
ReplyDeleteOh I would love love the Giant relaxer.
ReplyDeleteI would just love to have their xotic lounger in sandy beige
ReplyDeleteI'd love to have the Xhilerate lounger! That would be awesome for extra seating when I need it!
ReplyDeleteI would really love to have the Xhilerate in the Cocoa Brown Micro Suede
ReplyDeleteI would love 2 of the Xtend Ottomans for the kids. The Xpert Gamer would be great too.
ReplyDeleteI like the Ottoman
ReplyDeletethe loungers are awesome
ReplyDeleteI would love to have the Xotic lounger.
ReplyDeleteI like the Xpert Gamer with a Navy Blue Twill cover.
ReplyDeleteI would love to have the Xotic lounger.
ReplyDeleteI like the Xtra Large RelaXer
ReplyDeletekellywcu8888ATgmailDOTcom
the Xotic lounger, omg that would be so fun to crash in and watch tv...
ReplyDeleteId love the Xotic lounger
ReplyDeleteI'd also like the Xorbee Jr. for my daughter.
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I'd love to have one of the giant relaxers!
ReplyDeleteI'd like the Xhilerate lounger!
ReplyDeleteLove the Xhilerate lounger!
ReplyDeleteI'd like one of the twill Giant RelaXers. Thanks.
ReplyDeletepartymix25(at)hotmail(dot)com
Oh, I've never seen these. My kids would love them! I'd love to put the Navy Blue Twill Xpert Gamer in each of their rooms.
ReplyDeleteDede
I'd like to have the Big RelaXer Pillow.
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I like the xotic!
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ReplyDeleteThe Xcaliber.......because how comfortable does that look!?!?
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I'd like the Xotic Lounger.
ReplyDeleteI want the giant lounger!!
ReplyDeleteMy kids would LOVE the Xcursion, as would I :)
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Sandy
Sandy a la Mode
The Xotic Lounger would go so perfectly in my college apartment! My friends are always saying that I need a giant couch in my living room, but the Xotic Lounger would be even better!
ReplyDeletefelicia.allthingsdreamy (at) gmail.com
I really want one of the loungers. The Xotic is my fave.
ReplyDeleteXhilerate lounger in brick red would be great
ReplyDeleteawesome giveaway! hubby has been wanting one of these for the game room for a long time now. I love the Xcursion the most
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ReplyDeleteI would love to have the Xotic Lounger, and so would my dogs, unfortunately.
ReplyDeleteThe memory foam lounger would be great for my gamer kids and hubby,,, and I'm sure even the cat would want to curl up on it too :)
ReplyDeleteI would love a lounger...I bet my dogs would too.
ReplyDeleteI really want the extra large lounger! It looks like a great book nook corner addition!
ReplyDeleteI would die a happy man with the Xorbee Xcursion in sandy beige!
ReplyDeleteThe Xtra Large RelaXer Pillow looks very cool and comfy!
ReplyDeletejadey
I would love to have the Xotic lounger, especially for when my nephew stays with me. He would love it :)
ReplyDeleteI love them all but my favorite is the XOTIC! How luxuriously indulgent, ahhhhhh!
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I also wanted to say that while the XOTIC is my favorite, winning the Xpert Gamer that is the prize in the giveaway would be SOOOOO exciting! My 17 yr old son Elijah has been dreaming of such a chair (he's definitely a gamer too as a matter of fact he has a collection of games systems and games from retro atari all the way to current popular ones.) He has several tvs in his room (we only bought 1, he found the other ones broken in road trash and fixed them!) so that him and his friends can play multiple games and systems together all at the same time.
ReplyDeleteHe is the PERFECT person for such a chair lol ; p
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I'd like the Xcursion!
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I like the Xtend Ottoman.
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I would really like the Xotic lounger!
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I like the Giant Relaxer.
ReplyDeleteThe Xotic would be nice!
ReplyDeleteI like the Xtra Large RelaXer
ReplyDeleteThe Xhilerate would be great for lounging while watching movies!
ReplyDeleteGiant Lounger for me
ReplyDeleteI really want the Xcursion or xotic!!
ReplyDeleteOh my word..the LOUNGER!!
ReplyDeleteI like the Xotic lounger.
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ReplyDeleteI really like the Xotic, my youngest with autism would probably never ever get off of it! http://www.xorbee.com/product_p/xotic.htm
ReplyDeletethe Xotic lounger looks amazing!!!
ReplyDeleteThe Xcaliber would be amazing to have! Wow...we have a couple of teens who would be in HEA-ven! ;)
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I would love to have the Giant Relaxer.
ReplyDeleteFunkyColdMadena@hotmail.com
Xotic lounger!
ReplyDeleteashley_brooke_h @hotmail.com
The Xotic Lounger! Wow!
ReplyDeleteI like the giant lounger
ReplyDeleteI like the Xorbee Jr. & Ottoman.
ReplyDeleteI would love to have the Giant Relaxer!
ReplyDeleteXotic Lounger Looks extremly comfy!
ReplyDeleteI'd love to have the Xotic - it looks perfect for our home.
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ReplyDeleteI would love to have the Xcursion!
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ReplyDeleteI like the Relaxer
ReplyDeleteThe Xotic lounger would be pretty ideal
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