Yard Butler GKS-2 Garden Kneeler and Seat Review.
"My knees thank you" 2009-02-11
By C. G. King (Horse Country, VA USA)
I truly love this thing. As I've gotten older, my knees hurt when I kneel on them, and I need some support to get up off the floor. I had a molded plastic kneeling/sitting bench, but it didn't fold for storage and always seemed to be in the way. Then, I found one day that it wasn't as sturdy as I'd thought. I was trying to pull some computer cables under my desk to plug into a power strip and when I tried to get up, that plastic bench tipped, dumping me backward and in a tough position to rise from. It's really hard to feel you can't do things for yourself, so I went immediately in search of a better bench and found this.
It is outstanding. The foam you kneel on is really kind to knees, much denser than the pad on the other bench, yet yielding, so there aren't severe pressure points. So much more comfortable! The way the handles (or legs) are positioned and indented, it is not prone to tipping. The unit is wide enough to give you good leverage when you need to rise. It folds for easy storage and is remarkably sturdy. It doesn't wiggle even the slightest bit.
I still don't like to kneel, but when I have to, this unit makes it possible. Although it's for the garden, I use it more in the house. Last week I had to retrieve something from under a bed and this bench was a lifesaver, yet again. It is well worth having on hand.
"Kneeler gracefully with age" 2009-06-13
By Lester A. Pratt (Ohio)
Being in called a senior shows when I try to get up from kneeling. This kneeler seat is the best for changing positions. It is sturdy and yet comfortable.
"SOLID & VERSATILE For OUTSIDE & INSIDE PROJECTS" 2009-08-02
By Rich (Punta Gorda, Florida)
This kneeler is constructed heavier than most of the other one's I have seen out there. I weigh 250 and have no fear or problems using this for sitting, kneeling, pushing myself up, or even standing on " which I have done already". This is definitely not limited for use in the yard, in fact we use it more for inside projects than outside. I could go on and on about all the things we have used it for. Basically anything you have to kneel for or sit in a low profile.
I have arthritis in my knees, and I used to dread when I would have to kneel or squat for something. I knew this was going to be like mission impossible trying to get back up again. With the side handles on this kneeler, you have something solid to hold and push yourself back up with. The seat has a nice thick cushion on it and is quite comfortable. This kneeler also folds up nicely to save space.
The Yard Butler has been a welcome and much used devise in our household and I would highly recommend it.
"GREAT PRODUCT WITH MANY USES!! FOLDS UP EASILY TOO!!" 2009-11-09
By JAN ON THE BEACH (EAST COAST OF NEW ENGLAND)
THIS IS NOT "JUST" A GARDEN KNEELER. I USE IT TO WASH MY DOG IN THE BATHTUB. ANYONE WITH BAD KNEES, A BAD BACK, OR ARTHRITIS WILL FIND THIS PRODUCT A GREAT LITTLE HELPER. EASY FOLDS AND FITS IN NARROW PLACES.
"Big help and support in the garden" 2010-02-11
By Doris Scheuerle (Orlando, Florida United States)
I use my "yard butler" garden kneeler and seat in the garden all the time. It is such a great help for any type of work where one has to kneel. Getting up is made easy with the side supports.It can be turned around and it serves as a comfortable little seat or as a sidetable by a garden chair. It is built very sturdy and can be folded for storage. I love my kneeler and highly recommend it for us elderly gardeners.
By C. G. King (Horse Country, VA USA)
I truly love this thing. As I've gotten older, my knees hurt when I kneel on them, and I need some support to get up off the floor. I had a molded plastic kneeling/sitting bench, but it didn't fold for storage and always seemed to be in the way. Then, I found one day that it wasn't as sturdy as I'd thought. I was trying to pull some computer cables under my desk to plug into a power strip and when I tried to get up, that plastic bench tipped, dumping me backward and in a tough position to rise from. It's really hard to feel you can't do things for yourself, so I went immediately in search of a better bench and found this.
It is outstanding. The foam you kneel on is really kind to knees, much denser than the pad on the other bench, yet yielding, so there aren't severe pressure points. So much more comfortable! The way the handles (or legs) are positioned and indented, it is not prone to tipping. The unit is wide enough to give you good leverage when you need to rise. It folds for easy storage and is remarkably sturdy. It doesn't wiggle even the slightest bit.
I still don't like to kneel, but when I have to, this unit makes it possible. Although it's for the garden, I use it more in the house. Last week I had to retrieve something from under a bed and this bench was a lifesaver, yet again. It is well worth having on hand.
By Lester A. Pratt (Ohio)
Being in called a senior shows when I try to get up from kneeling. This kneeler seat is the best for changing positions. It is sturdy and yet comfortable.
By Rich (Punta Gorda, Florida)
This kneeler is constructed heavier than most of the other one's I have seen out there. I weigh 250 and have no fear or problems using this for sitting, kneeling, pushing myself up, or even standing on " which I have done already". This is definitely not limited for use in the yard, in fact we use it more for inside projects than outside. I could go on and on about all the things we have used it for. Basically anything you have to kneel for or sit in a low profile.
I have arthritis in my knees, and I used to dread when I would have to kneel or squat for something. I knew this was going to be like mission impossible trying to get back up again. With the side handles on this kneeler, you have something solid to hold and push yourself back up with. The seat has a nice thick cushion on it and is quite comfortable. This kneeler also folds up nicely to save space.
The Yard Butler has been a welcome and much used devise in our household and I would highly recommend it.
By JAN ON THE BEACH (EAST COAST OF NEW ENGLAND)
THIS IS NOT "JUST" A GARDEN KNEELER. I USE IT TO WASH MY DOG IN THE BATHTUB. ANYONE WITH BAD KNEES, A BAD BACK, OR ARTHRITIS WILL FIND THIS PRODUCT A GREAT LITTLE HELPER. EASY FOLDS AND FITS IN NARROW PLACES.
By Doris Scheuerle (Orlando, Florida United States)
I use my "yard butler" garden kneeler and seat in the garden all the time. It is such a great help for any type of work where one has to kneel. Getting up is made easy with the side supports.It can be turned around and it serves as a comfortable little seat or as a sidetable by a garden chair. It is built very sturdy and can be folded for storage. I love my kneeler and highly recommend it for us elderly gardeners.
