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  1. bliss, Jan 16, 2016
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    bliss

    bliss Senior Member

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    Why do I see so many back cushions that have a space between them and the seat cushion? I see them just about everywhere; bridges, aft decks and interiors. A fellow could lose his wallet or car keys back there! I see no function, no increase in comfort. Is it a "look"? If so it is lost on me.
  2. GFC, Jan 16, 2016
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    Just a guess--makes it easier to clean that area to remove dropped food, etc.
  3. olderboater, Jan 16, 2016
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    If sloped and designed properly keeps them from holding water.

    Most people on boat decks aren't carrying a lot of things around in their pockets still.
  4. chesapeake46, Jan 16, 2016
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    UOTE="olderboater, post: 227824, member: 40728"]If sloped and designed properly keeps them from holding water.....[/QUOTE]

    Which helps prevent mildew....
  5. Beau, Jan 16, 2016
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    Does the opening also help with air flow in hot weather - I think so? I have full cuhions for my teak cockpit chairs. In the summer its the seat portion only for that reason.