Abstract: A new easy-assemble seatback includes a seatback frame adapted to be connected to a seat. The seat back frame has a pair of opposite sides. The frame supports at least two flexible panels from a top panel connection so the panels hang and rotate freely from the connection on the frame. The panels are formed from a flexible material which may include wood, metal, metal alloy or plastic. Panel-to-frame assembly is done by hand. The frame includes a stop member connected to the frame that impedes free rotation of the flexible panels. Since the panels cover most all of the load bearing seatback area, fewer metal supportive elements are necessary. The new seatback is longer lasting, lighter in weight and more deployable as a result.

Abstract: A journaled armrest for a furniture piece includes an arm with, a hollow bearing portion with a rigid inner journal member. The journal member has a torque-bearing end and a connecting end. The connecting end is adapted to be connected to a seatback of a furniture piece. The torque-bearing end has three equally spaced planar surfaces formed in each of first and second annular portions. Each planar surface has an indention formed in it. The armrest is cast by way of injection molding around the journal member so that each of the equally spaced planar surfaces is parallel to an interior wall of the bearing portion. The new armrest is lightweight and capable of withstanding extreme amounts of torque without shearing at the connecting end.