Customer Reviews

Brentwood Originals Brushed Twill Bedrest, Navy

5 star:		(80)
4 star:		(36)
3 star:		(9)
2 star:		(5)
1 star:		(4)

 

 

We put our new flat screen TV in the middle bedroom, which means that one or two viewers need to sit up in bed to watch. Finding some good backrests proved to be harder than we thought. Local stores had nothing. There is an item called a BedLounge available online but it costs $130-180.

This product for $26 with free shipping does the job. The twill cover is nicely made. Back support is good and solid. Fill material has the right density. Delivered to my porch free of charge. Excuse me while I go watch a movie. Thanks Amazon!

We bought a couple of these three months ago for being able to watch TV and read in bed, and they're basically OK and get some use, but there are some problems with them that had known about them, we wouldn't have purchased the bedrests:

- The cover is not removable, so you have to put a throw or a sheet over them otherwise they will eventually get dirty and there's nothing you can do.

- Two will not fit comfortably side by side on a queen size bed. The armrests are not movable and quite stiff, so two people using them next to each other will be fighting for elbow room. Additionally, the armrests really get in the way of breakfast trays.

- The bedrests are really heavy. It's not easy to just pull them on and off the bed as needed, and if you're thinking of storing them in a high place when not in use then forget it, unless you're strong or prepared for a struggle every time. Sure you can put it on the floor, but remember if it gets dirty it stays dirty.

- Tall people especially won't like leaving these on the bed when not in use, as they take up quite a few inches of the length of the bed.

- They're hard and not very comfortable on their own. I think this is especially true if you have a firm bed as we do. You have no support for the base of your spine when leaning back, so you need to also use a soft pillow.

If these things don't bother you, then you'll probably like this product.

After too many mornings waking up with a sore neck, from leaning against my headboard, I decided I needed to find something that would help. I've seen something like these in stores, but what I saw, and felt, were pillowy. Sort of light and flexable. Not good for what I needed.

I've had these on my amazon wishlist for quite a while. I came back to amazon to buy an overbed table. I saw these on my wishlist, so decided to order these as well.

These are NOT pillows. These are more firm. I mean, I was surprised at how firm they were. Not solid, but firm enough. I mean they really are perfect for sitting up. I still put a regular pillow on top of these, behind my head, but these are great. With the little armrests, you get a lot of 'comfort settings'. For the price I got these for, I am wicked happy. Price actually came down since too *rough*.

I love that amazon lets us post reviews, and they seem to honestly allow both positive and negative reviews to be left. Kudo's to amazon!! I do worry my positive reviews affect prices for others, and I have a feeling the prices for these may rise back up after this post. But, to me, these things are WELL worth it!!!

For those complaining this is heavy? I honestly don't get it. I braced myself to pick up the box it came in and nearly hurt myself because the box was way lighter than I'd been anticipating, given the reviews. The one thing the other reviews did get right is that you need a little lumbar support, as it's not really supportive of your lower back. I tend to put a pillow under my knees to adjust how I'm sitting or fold a throw blanket up to put back there, if I need my lap flat. That's the only reason I took a star off, and, honestly - if I could have made this a 4.5 review, I would have.

It's a pretty red color that matches my bedding like they were made for each other. (It's on the slightly warmer, orange side of the red spectrum, vs a blue/purple, if that helps. I'm not saying it's way orange, but if your bedding is closer to maroon, this probably won't match as well as you'd like). The arms do go out at a slightly strange angle, but it's close enough that I'm still comfortable. As someone else mentioned, it'd be hard to fit two of these on a queen bed without elbowing your significant other for space, but if you're already sharing a bed - hopefully, you can work it out.

I don't particularly like that the cover isn't removable, but throwing a blanket over it would help or you could probably make a cover easy enough if you are handy with a sewing machine. Honestly, for what I paid, if I get a year or so out of it, I'm happy enough.

Needed a pillow just like this, looked on Amazon and got it. Recovering from shoulder surgery and am not allowed to sleep flat, so this was critical to have when I traveled to visit family out of state.

Did not want to spend a lot of money for it and didn't have to in order to get exactly what I wanted and needed and with shipping faster than it would seem possible.

This little beauty would be terrific for a guest room, dorm room or even, heaven forbid, helping to sleep after having surgery

I noticed one reviewer emphasized how heavy these are. I was prepared, before it came, to have a couple of muscular guys on standby to carry it around for me.....but no, it is just NOT that heavy. It is heavier than the very cheap ones found elsewhere that give no support and don't last long---I had one of those in the past that was totally useless.

This is a nice, firm, solid bedrest or backrest. It definitely holds you up and seems as though it will not soon break down and become "mushy".....I do agree that because the angle is pretty much straight up and down some people, like myself, will need a small pillow or rolled up sheet or blanket for behind their lower back to feel more supported. Others may want something similar behind the lower neck.

The arms ARE large and probably larger than they need to be. When I read or use the laptop in bed my arms are not on the armrests...but others may do things differently. The angle of the armrests is "outward", which gives you more room to sit IN the backrest but is an awkward position for the arms to actually rest on.

I don't understand why different prices are set for what appears to be merely different colors. I got the red (garnet) which is a nice bright color. The fabric is nice, not at all scratchy....though again I agree it should have come with a zipper so it could be washed when needed. I was able to blot out a small spill with cold water right away, and it dried without a stain or mark.

So far I'm happy with it. I read in bed sometimes, or use my Laptop, and that is my main use for it. Appears it will last a while without problems.
I would recommend it a bit higher if it had come with a zipper and shorter or differently angled arm rests. That is just personal preference however.

I am very happy with this purchase, since I saved over $10 from buying at the local linen store, and not having to haul it home. It's not a light item, and must be made like that so it will stand up in its position. I'm very happy with the color, too. Its a cooling shade of green.
The seller used a very sturdy box, and shipped it quickly.

I like the bedrest, it is sturdy. Also heavy, don't know how long the handle will last, just do to the weight of the item. I wish it had a little better support at the base of my spine, have to adjust for that. Overall, I am satisfied though.

What I was actually looking for was something that would fully support my back, as I have to sit on the edge of the bed to play video games (yes, I am a hardcore gamer). The negative reviews about this thing say that it is too heavy to move around, which I thought was perfect for my need assuming if it wasn't easily move-able, it would provide better support; however, I can literally lift this thing off and on to my bed with only my pinky *Literally*. So if you are looking for something to use as a standalone, most likely this is not for you.

I will admit however, the material is great. It's fabric is very high quality and I assume from the looks of it, it could be very durable. This just does not work for us bigger guys, as I am 6'2" and about 260 lbs. Possibly this would work for those smaller than me, but I have to give this a 3 out of 5.

Eric W.

I work full time and my chair is uncomfortable, but when I get home I can set on the floor, the bed or the couch with this pillow and be completely comfortable for hours while doing schoolwork. I had a similar product years ago and I'm glad a purchased another one recently. If you spend a lot of time reading or using a laptop, this product may be for you.