Comparison Of Massage Chairs: Sanyo SA5000 Versus Panasonic 30004
October 12, 2009 by Steve Esquire · Leave a Comment
Massage chairs are a competitive market and to of the biggest powers are Sanyo and Panasonic. We compare two of their higher and chairs and a back to back breakdown. The SA 5000 is the contender from Sanyo and the Panasonic 30004 is the heavyweight from Osaka. We will match up some of their top-notch features and layout their warranty coverage.
Let’s roll with the SA 5000 from Sanyo and its impressive feature list. This massage chair boasts some amazing mechanical technology. The GK roller system is Sanyo’s leg up on the competition. This roller system can literally reach over your shoulders. It provides a great massage that relieves tension in the shoulders and neck.
The 30004 from Panasonic has one of the most advanced massage programs. The Junetsu massage from Panasonic is a deep tissue wonder. This penetrating massage uses increasing pressure while making a small circle. This helps to relieve knots in the shoulders and back. Just point the Junetsu massage where you need relief and it will do the rest.
Now if you need a good shoulder and neck massage, turn to the SA 5000. The GK rollers drive the stiffness program for relief of the shoulders and neck. These specialize rollers come out and around the shoulder or neck and provide a gripping massage. Target this area for relief.
The Panasonic 30004 is stocked with five automatic programs for your relaxation and pleasure. These programs are intended for different types of massage therapy. The five automatic programs are Shiatsu, Swedish, Deep, Arm stretch and Leg stretch. Traditional shiatsu massage targets your acupoints. The chair will scan your back and identify the acupressure points to release tension in your body.
Sanyo incorporates a stress detector into the SA 5000. The stress detector is actually based on a lie detector technology. It detects where you have tension in your body. By holding on to the sensor under the hand, chair detects and targets your stress points. This is pretty amazing technology into massage chair.
Panasonic has added an upper body and arm stretch capability to the 30004. This massage chair has an airbag contained and the armrest of the chair. This airbag can be used to provide a compression massage to the arm and hand. It is also used to hold the arm in place and recliner chair to stretch out the upper body, shoulders and arms.
If you need to target a specific area, then try the manual massages of the SA 5000. There are four manual massage techniques including kneading, rolling, combination massage and tapping. You can also specify the massage to be in a specific area of your back. Select from upper back, lower back middle back and neck and shoulders.
Now if you are looking for manual massages, the 30004 from Panasonic delivers with it man massage types. This is like having your own essays with multiple capabilities. Choose massage type such as Junetsu, Swedish, shiatsu, kneading, stretching, rolling, gripping and tapping. There are also massage courses that you can set for specific areas. You can also pinpoint the massage to relieve a specific area or point.
The warranty coverage of the Panasonic is quite good. You get three years of parts protection on the 30004 massage therapy recliner. Also, Panasonic includes in home technician service for the first year. Sanyo also matches Panasonic on the one-year in-home service. However, Sanyo covers only the roller mechanism for three years. The other parts are covered only for one year.
Sanyo and Panasonic are the Titans of the electronics industry. These two Heavyweights square off with the SA 5000 and the 30004 massage chair recliners. Both of these are solid machines that deliver soothing and relaxing massage therapy on demand. If you enjoy deep penetrating massages and like stretching then go with the 30004 by Panasonic. If you like a neck and shoulders massage then the SA 5000 by Sanyo is for you. In either case these massage chairs deliver.
How To Select The Best Sectional Sofa For You
October 11, 2009 by Mietra Singuller · Leave a Comment
Choosing the right sofa set can be a time consuming task, but you can make it easier on yourself by using the right gameplan. There are some solutions to help choose the right sectional sofa set for you. First you want to know your style and color scheme. Second, what size is the room the sectional sofa set is going into? Choosing the right one isn?t all the challenging if you visualize how the sofa will look in your house while sofa buying.
A primary factor is which room your sofa set will be placed in. Is it going to be in the living room, or is it going in the family room where you will be spending your time watching the television? Could the sectional sofa set be going in a room where you will be entertaining guest and want to have a more intimate setting? Then choosing the right color for your sectional sofa set is the next task. Once you have an idea for a color theme in mind, you should go sofa buying, search around and do some home work.
Sectional sofas can vary widely in price. But you want to purchase a set that will last many years, so it needs to be durable. Examine different sofas to see how they are constructed and ensure that you will purchase a model with a solid frame and quality construction made from good materials. You need to do this before you start comparing prices so you know you are comparing products of similar quality.
Then decide what kind of upholstery fabric you prefer. There are many options for materials today. You can select cotton, polyester, leather, or pleather-a material that looks like leather but is created from plastic combined with vinyl or polyurethane-and other fabrics.
Decide on the location where you will put the sofa within the room itself. Since some sets come with pieces that have sit specifically in one direction or another (a corner or “L” shape), it’s good to know how you plan to place the furniture. Sets that include a chaise lounge or recliners stick out further into the room, as well, and need extra clearance space.
Sofa buying can seem confusing, however with so many discount stores to choose from, buying is easy as a click away. Depending on your budget, you want to make sure that you are finding the right sectional sofa set for you and your lifestyle, one that will fit into your everyday life. Go into several stores when sofa buying and get some ideas. Measure how long the sectional sofa set is before you purchase one. Test them out and see if they feel comfortable to you, if you prefer a high back or a lower back sofa.
Once you find some sectional sets in the store that you would consider purchasing, inquire about discounts and also ask what company manufactures the sofa. After leaving the store, you can then compare prices for the same set online at discount suppliers. You can also compare pricing direct from the manufacturer – though that will not always save you money since manufacturers typically sell at the suggested retail price if they sell direct to consumers at all. But it’s worth investigating.
You want to purchase a sectional sofa that will last you and your family for many years to come. So don’t rush into the purchase. Rather, take your time and do some research. You’ll be far happier with the end result than if you make an impulsive purchase without any planning.
Display Cabinets – How to Showcase Precious Items
October 11, 2009 by Jackson Blom · Leave a Comment
Mostly used in retail or restaurant stores, display cabinets are a helpful way of showcasing what products are available to the consumer. Coming in a variety of styles and materials, usually they involve a pane of glass behind which something is displayed. The cabinet can either be free-standing or mounted to the wall.
Display cabinets are particularly useful for museums, and indeed are usually the way precious objects are exhibited without having the public manhandling them. The object can be displayed beneath or behind the glass, with a brief description of the history written next to it. For especially expensive objects, the display case can be activated with a security system so that if someone gets too close or is in contact with the glass, an alarm will sound. In the case of expensive jewellery or extraordinarily rare items, this is mandatory in most museums.
In restaurants, display cabinets also serve a very important purpose. Specials of the day can be showcased to the restaurant patrons. Oftentimes they will be used just for dessert displays, because they keep the pastry items free from dirt or grime, and can be set up in an eye-pleasing manner. There are unique set ups in restaurants including rotating pie cases, which are commonly seen in diners. If there is too large of a selection of pie for a simple freestanding cabinet, the rotating pie case offers more room, with a pleasing and dramatic effect that is sure to get patrons to order that extra piece of pie.
Retail is another setting that uses display cabinets heavily. From window displays with mannequins to displays up front near the cash register, this is an excellent way to draw the consumer’s eye to something you are trying to sell them. This is also helpful for preventing theft, in the case of higher priced items like jewellery or watches, which can be locked up but still out on display for perusal of worth.
To make the best use of display cabinets, it’s important to have them cleaned frequently. Nothing bars the effect of a beautiful ring or piece of cake on display like greasy fingerprints blocking its view. Special lighting effects can also be installed to heighten the effect of elegance and style. They can be composed of all glass, or of a combination of glass, wood and metal. Different sliding drawers can make for a way to mix and match the objects. In the end, the sky is the limit.
Massage Chair Review For Panasonic EP30004TU Massage Recliner
October 11, 2009 by Yvonne Krugman · Leave a Comment
This review will take a look at one of the Panasonic Real Pro Ultra series of massage chairs. The Real Pro Ultra is the current massage recliner series rolled out by Panasonic. We will look at the EP 30004 model. This chair will be reviewed in 5 key categories. Each category can earn up to 20 points for a total possible score of 100 points. We will evaluate the recliner in each of the following categories: Warranty & Customer Service, Comfort/Ergonomics, Ease of Use, Features and Massage Therapy. Let us see how this massage chair rates..
Warranty & Customer Service: In any transaction one party takes on more risk than the other. Warranty coverage helps to reduce your risk which is especially important on higher ticket items like a massage chair. You want to have long term protection. The EP-30004 is covered with 3 years on the parts and 1 year labor. This is the warranty offered by the manufacturer. It is rather short in comparison to the other top brands, so you really want to consider purchasing an extended warranty. Of course, this also drives the cost of this model up. Customer service is provided by the retailer, so this varies depending on your purchase the chair.
Comfort & Ergonomics: Ergonomics was a hot topic about 10 years ago when everyone started jumping on the bandwagon. However, surprisingly many manufacturers do not pay close attention to this area. The EP-30004 does follow ergonomics very well. It has a detachable head pillow that can easily be adjusted for each user. The armrests come with sufficient padding to support the arms in comfort. The chair back and the seat support the body well and are form fitting. The leg rest can be adjusted an additional five inches. This is really important to fit individual users. Overall we rate this chair an 18 for ergonomics.
Ease of Use: There is a virtual explosion in the features of new massage chairs. This is a wonderful trend that has great implications for consumers. The only downside is to keep the remote controls simple and easy to use in the face of increasing functionality. The EP 30004 has a fairly simple and straightforward remote. If you need assistance using the remote, the Real Pro Ultra comes with a voice guidance system to walk you through the proper steps. This is helpful for first time users or for trying something new with the chair. There are one button automatic controls and there are also manual controls. You can also store your favorite programs for up to 4 different users. We give this chair a 19 for ease of use.
Key Features: There are two important features we want to point out with this chair. The Junetsu massage technique and the shoulder stretch. The Junetsu massage is an ultra fine kneading massage. It is based on how a professional massage therapist loosens up tight muscles. There is a one second thumb like pressure applied with a spiral circular motion. This has the affect of reverberating down through the muscles to the bone. It is very thorough and invigorating. The other key feature to point out is the shoulder stretch. This unique feature is accomplished by activating the air bag in the arm rest to firmly hold the arm. The chair back then reclines to stretch out the arm and shoulder. This is excellent for increasing the mobility and flexibility of the shoulder area. We give the Real Pro Ultra a 19 for its new features.
Massage Therapy: The massage functions built into the Panasonic EP-30004 include both automatic and manual programs. There are four 15-minute Pre-Programs, One 5-minute Quick Program and One 15-minute Self Program. There are 4 full body automatic courses and 5 different massage speed settings. The automatic massage functions include the following: Shiatsu, Gentle, Deep and Refresh. Panasonic has developed its exclusive Junetsu or ultra fine kneading massage system in the Real Pro Ultra. This chair provides high quality and realistically replicated massage therapies. There are two stretching functions. There is a lower body stretch and the shoulder stretch. The lower body is covered with 22 airbags including the hands, arms, buttocks, calves and feet. This chair also provides both Swedish and shiatsu style massages for excellent massage coverage. Overall Rating for the Panasonic EP 30004 massage recliner for massage therapy is 19.
The Panasonic EP 30004 rates as a 90/100. We really like the new and innovative features of this recliner. The shoulder stretch is another important advance for massage chair technology. The Junetsu massage technique provides good deep penetration for those hard to get at areas in the back. The remote is simple to use and comes with the voice guidance feature. The manufacturer’s warranty is a bit on the light side and should be beefed up with the purchase of an extended warranty. The only point of concern we have is the industrial look of the chair. We do not understand why Panasonic continues to neglect the design aesthetics of their massage chair line. But overall, this is a very solid chair from an important manufacturer. If you are in the market for a luxury massage chair, then this one should be on your short list of choices.
Modern Bedroom Sets Are Artist Friendly
October 10, 2009 by Eduardo Guadalsein · Leave a Comment
Modern bedroom sets are stylish and come in a wide variety of styles to choose from. You can really put a lot of yourself into decorating your bedroom. Your options are many, and it can be a fun and exciting task to find the right bedroom set to express yourself and to feel comfortable in. So many designs are available, that it takes time to see them all. And while some people go with a total style, many people like to use a combination of styles in their decorating.
Lots of people for many years have loved the Canopy style. This style allows you the freedom of integrating parts of other styles with it. You can mix up the materials used, like metal or wood. This is a style that goes back as far as the Medieval days. It was used by royalty and even for some of the old ceremonial rituals of those times. It’s a style that uses up a lot of space, so if you plan to use it, be sure to consider the available space.
The bedroom is a reflection of the personality of the decorator and owner. It shows your artistic side, your sense of beauty and design. And this is evident in the number of different styles that are available. But making it unique to your own personality can be a challenge. The main attraction in the bedroom is the bed, and it’s from this center-point that the rest of the room should find it’s place, and accentuate the focus of the bedroom, the bed.
In the decorating arena today the modern style is definitely the most popular. It’s because of the freedom it gives people for putting together some really beautiful rooms. A complete set will consist of matching furniture to go with the bed, with the bed being the center point of focus. Platform beds are extremely popular today with the modern style bedroom sets. It all boils down to taste and preference.
It happens all the time, a fad will come in, then a fad will go out. Well, the decorating business is no exception. Changes happen to all things. And sometimes a person just gets tired of the same old atmosphere, and needs to make a change, and sometimes it can mean an overhaul of the bedroom. After all, this is where you spend a large part of your time, so you need to make it a place where you’re glad to be. And for many who have a hard time deciding what style to choose, they simply go with the old ‘fall back’ which is the contemporary style.
Choosing what style bedroom set you want can be pretty involved. With so many choices, you really need to have a sense of where you want to go with it. You need to try to have a theme, like country, rustic, contemporary, traditional, or modern. Or you need to know how to choose parts of any of these and make a combination that’s unique and works well together. At the end of the day it needs to be something that speaks to you and that you feel comfortable with.
The internet has brought about a way of shopping that’s beyond compare in our lifetime. You can go online and check out all the modern styles as well as the old styles, and put together what will be the bedroom you want to stay in for some time to come. You have more artistic freedom than ever before, and you can begin it at home right at your desk with your computer.
Modern bedroom sets are stylish and a personal statement when you are the one who puts it together. Remember, you’re the one who’s going to be inhabiting this room, so make it as comfortable for yourself as you can. And have fun with it, let the creative side of you shine through and let your bedroom set reflect the beauty that’s inside of you. Make a statement, and live in it.
Modern Bedroom Sets And Style
October 10, 2009 by Eduardo Guadalsein · Leave a Comment
Modern bedroom sets are artist friendly in relation to the artist inside of the one arranging them. In today’s world of options, the modern bedroom set is not exception. It allows you to show your personality and taste as you design and create the perfect atmosphere for your own unique style of bedroom. You have total control, from design to material, and it can be a fun and very rewarding experience.
Lots of people for many years have loved the Canopy style. This style allows you the freedom of integrating parts of other styles with it. You can mix up the materials used, like metal or wood. This is a style that goes back as far as the Medieval days. It was used by royalty and even for some of the old ceremonial rituals of those times. It’s a style that uses up a lot of space, so if you plan to use it, be sure to consider the available space.
Your bedroom is going to reflect your personality. How you decorate makes a statement about you. It’s like painting a picture in oils, it reflects the artist who painted it. Same with your bedroom set. You get to pick and choose what goes into it. For modern style bedroom sets, a lot of different parts can be intertwined from different styles to form your own unique kind of taste. And because you’re the one who’s going to live with it, you need it to be comfortable for you firstly.
In today’s decorating world, the modern style is the most popular by far. It’s mainly due to it’s massive possibilities. You have much more freedom in the artistic side of decorating with the modern style of bedroom set. The focal point of course, is the bed. In a modern style, the bed stands out, and platform beds are hugely popular. While there are some styles set in place to cover the whole room, many choose to mix it up, taking bits from one style and mixing in another. This freedom and ability to express your personal taste is what gives it the popularity it enjoys today.
Just like with a lot of other things that happen in this country, the decorating world goes through fads. These fads roll in, and roll back out the same way. Bedroom sets are not immune to fads. Amid all this change, many people just simply get tired of what they’ve had and seek to improve it. So they decide to get a new bedroom set. But today, with so many options, it’s not as easily done as you might think. For many, the contemporary style is always easy to fall back on if they can’t decide.
If you do it right, you’ll nail down your decorating scheme to a common theme. From here you have a base to work from, but taking from the modern style, you can add and subtract anywhere you want in order to create what’s the best bedroom set for you. Your theme can be traditional, or rustic, modern, or country, and it doesn’t have to be chiseled in stone. You can take parts of any theme and add them to what you’re creating.
Finding the bedroom set that’s right for you, isn’t as hard as it used to be back before the internet. Now you can go online and shop around and look at all the different styles available, much like buying a house. The internet has changed the way we do things, and has brought convenience and speed right into our homes. You can view many styles and many sets with just a click of the mouse.
Modern bedroom sets are artist friendly in respect to letting your artistic side go, and creating a setting that’s comfortable for you. You can draw on many different available themes and settings, and put together something that’s totally unique to you and your taste. It can be fun and also rewarding when you come into your bedroom and can feel the comfort that you intended to create.
Patio Sets: Creating that Homey Feel for Your Backyard
October 10, 2009 by Trey Beachcroft · Leave a Comment
If you look around, it is quite obvious that most American homes are fond of patio and deck furnature. Outdoor furniture is both decorative and are highly functional during the summer season. Drive around the neighborhood and you’ll see different styles, shapes and sizes.
Finding the right patio sets requires a scrutinizing set of eyes. It is not advisable that you just pick the first set you come across without considering the capacity, material, assemblage and durability of the furniture; otherwise you will just end up with a piece of junk.
What makes a nice material for a patio set? It depends largely on your taste and budget. If you want something that is practical, then you might want to go with a plastic set. The nice thing about plastic is that it comes in a wide range of styles and colors. It is also easy to clean and move around to a different location in your yard. It is lightweight and can usually be dismantled if you need to store them inside your garage during the winter. In terms of cost, usability and flexibility, it’s 100% a great deal.
Another more natural option is to go with wooden patio furniture. If you find good workmanship, your wooden table can also be a good conversation piece when you are entertaining outdoors. Although wood is a bit more expensive compared to plastic, it will likely last for a longer period of time.
If you are into metal then it can be another exciting way to go when purchasing outdoor furniture. Metal tends to be very sturdy and durable and can withstand any harsh conditions. What gives metal an edge is the variety of ways your can twist, bend and mold metal to your liking. When done properly, metal furniture pieces can look great with a lot of detail and charm built into them.
A wooden or a metal patio furniture set will surely look good in your lawn. Both can be very sturdy and will last longer than the plastic ones.
There is even the option of matching your inside furnishings if you want to go that route. Another high end option is to have some custom pieces made to your exact specifications.
Patios sets can even become a necessity once you have used them for a while. A lot of cozy and functional patio sets are available in the market and you should be able to find a great set if you spend time just a little bit of time to research the best deal for your needs.
Making A Kids Room Special with A Race Car Bed
October 10, 2009 by Carrie Endelsein · Leave a Comment
Does your husband or boyfriend have a fondness for NASCAR? How about getting your younger son involved in this sport too. After all boys love to copy their dads, with race car beds you can complete a new look in that child’s room and they will love it.
Maybe as they’ve gotten a bit older they’ve found that NASCAR is something they really enjoy talking about. Or it could be something they enjoy watching along side of their dad. Why not have your son pick a driver they like a lot and decorate a room in the theme colors of that driver.
If it’s a son and dad project, let your husband and son figure out the color scheme. Pick up some extra paint and do something cool with the walls to incorporate the colors of the driver they’ve picked. Even pictures of famous drivers or of cars can be placed up on the walls to help the theme out more.
Race car beds are not like your normal bed, and kid who’s normally tough to get into bed, may be more willing to hop into bed now. Designing the room around a race car bed can be a lot of fun, and even a family project you take on.
Adding something like an area rug to the room can will give them a softer place to play at. Plus an area rug can keep certain parts of the floor a bit cleaner. Perhaps if your son has a big hand in the decoration they may even have more motivation to keep the room cleaner.
Buy some pictures of fancy cars and place them on the walls. You can paint a wall a color that complements either the bed or the pictures, or just paint some trim around the picture.
Racing is a very big sport and with the idea of buying your young boy his own race car beds he will feel part of something more. You can find many race car beds on sale by looking on the Internet and comparing costs.
Use this type of project as one that will bring your family closer together. And of course if you have a little girl, don’t forget about her room and adding in something nice. Of course most girls will not want the race car beds though.
Product Review Of The HT-7120 Massage Chair Recliner
July 28, 2009 by Steve Esquire · Leave a Comment
We are going to take a in depth look at the HT-7120 massage chair recliner. The HT 7120 is made by the Human Touch Company. They are based out of Long Beach, CA. We are going to look at the best features and functions of this luxury lounger. We will also touch on the warranty coverage. Here is our review of the HT-7120 massage chair recliner.
We always want to advise our clients that you want to stick with one of the top massage chair brands. There are many massage chairs that have many features and are offered at very low prices. This is only accomplished by using cheap parts which will have short life spans. Human Touch is a reputable company, so you do not have to worry about them.
The HT-7120 comes with the following warranty coverage: 3 years for the structure of the chair, 1 year for parts and 90 days labor. We find this warranty a bit short for this class of massage chair. Human Touch does not include in home technician service with this chair, so any problems require you to return the chair back to them or pay for the technician to come to your house. We are a bit surprised, since we feel the Human Touch chairs are fairly well built, but this is not reflected in this warranty.
This recliner comes with a unique flipping leg rest ottoman. The ottoman has wells for your calves, but the unit can be flipped, so it looks like a regular recliner. This is a very nice feature and greatly improves the aesthetics of the massage recliner. Additionally, you can change the width of the wells to better fit and accommodate your legs. This helps to really get the proper fit and massage compression for the area of the legs you want massaged.
Care for a full body stretch? Just take a seat in the HT-7120 and hit the full body stretch button. The chair will grab your legs in the calf massager and hold them. Next, the chair starts the chair recline. You full body starts to get pulled which helps to decompress your spine. As you are stretched out, more blood will flow to your spine and you will start to feel much better.
Get some targeted heat with the dual lumbar heating elements of the HT 7120 massage chair recliner. These dual heaters target the lower back for relief of aches and pain. They also help to reduce swelling and increase blood flow. This is a good compliment to receiving massage therapy in this area as well.
The HT 7120 comes with 4 manual massages including rolling, compression, kneading and percussion. There is one 15 minute automatic which can be set for the whole back, lower back or upper back. You can further customize the massages using the massage comfort control. The massage comfort control allows you to adjust the intensity of the massage. The massage intensity ranges from soft to firm with 7 levels of adjustment.
This is a beautifully crafted massage recliner. It comes in either black or dark chocolate leather. It has an adjustable head pillow for support. This is an executive looking massage recliner with an oval base which allows the chair to swivel 30 degrees. This an attractive recliner with advanced massage therapy features. This is certainly a massage chair to consider if you are looking for a solid mid range massage recliner.