Pros and Cons

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Advantages:
  • Light weight. Even large models rarely reach 10 kg, so moving the chair from one place to another will not be difficult.
  • No sharp corners. This fact makes the bean bag an ideal choice for a child’s room: the child will not be able to get hurt while playing. By the way, due to the lack of a rigid frame and legs, the floor will not be scratched when moving the chair.
  • A variety of choices. Bean bag chairs come in absolutely different shapes, colors and sizes: everyone will find a suitable option for themselves.
  • Versatility. A bean bag chair looks appropriate in the interior of all rooms of apartments and houses. In addition, it suits all modern styles.
  • Comfort. The frameless chair was created for relaxation: thanks to the smooth shapes and even distribution of the filler, the body really relaxes on it.
  • Multifunctionality. In addition to relaxation, it is convenient to work on a bean bag on a laptop, watch movies, play games and much more.
  • Practicality. Most models have 2 covers: an internal one that holds the filler inside and an external cover that can be removed. Not all are suitable for washing or replacing with a new one – a different color or made of a different material.
Disadvantages:
  • Requires topping up. Over time, the filler wrinkles and the chair becomes less comfortable. To return it to its original shape, you will have to add filler.
  • Not suitable for everyone. While young healthy people and children enjoy relaxing on a bean bag, people with sore joints and spine, as well as the elderly, will find it quite difficult to get up from a bean bag chair.
  • Gets dirty quickly. Since a frameless chair in the interior stands on the floor with its entire weight, the outer cover gets dirty more often than that of frame furniture. The problem can be solved by a removable cover that can be easily removed for washing and put back on.

What shapes and sizes are there?

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Frameless furniture can look different. The classic shape is considered to be a pear – a model with a back that narrows towards the top. The comfortable bean bag chair can be used in 3 positions:

  1. Crush the tip of the back and sit on top, forming a high seat.
  2. Sit in the center, leaning on the back.
  3. Turn over and put the bean bag chair down, lie with your head on the seat, and your feet on the back.

In addition to the standard bean bag, today you can find a lot of other shapes:

  • ball – chosen for children’s rooms;
  • drop – the best choice for a cozy relaxation area;
  • pillow – suitable for relaxing while lying down;
  • washer – small, replaces a pouf;
  • pyramid – looks original, no less comfortable than a bean bag.

For additional comfort, some manufacturers include soft armrests in the design, providing elbow support, for example when working at laptop.

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The photo shows a range of bean bag chair sizes

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Dimensions

Compact bean bag chairs are used in small rooms: they are comfortable for children and people up to 160 cm tall. For people 160-180 cm tall, whose height is considered standard, choose medium-sized models: optimally about 85 * 120 cm. If you are taller than 180 cm or want a chair that completely envelops you while sitting, take a closer look at large bean bags.

Each manufacturer has its own range of sizes, check with sales consultants which one is right for you.

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Recommendations for choosing a filler

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Previously, the only option for frameless chairs were polystyrene foam balls: they are lightweight, inexpensive, and come in different sizes. But bean bag chairs filled with polystyrene foam have several disadvantages:

  • They rustle loudly. In fact, polystyrene foam is foam plastic granules. Therefore, when the balls rub against the fabric and against each other, they make a loud, not always pleasant sound.
  • Too hard to sit on. At first, there is still air between the balls and it is not felt, but after 2-6 months the granules are crushed and the chair becomes harder.
  • Dangerous for children. If the manufacturer has not protected the filler from spilling, the child can unzip the zipper and swallow the granules.

A more modern option is a mixture of holofiber and polystyrene foam balls. This mixture provides a soft landing and comfort for the person sitting, it is more elastic and less noisy.

An important nuance for both types of filler is the choice of granule size. There is only one rule: the smaller they are, the longer the chair will last without shrinkage and the later it will need to be filled.

  • Premium segment bean bag chairs are filled with miniature (up to 1 mm) polystyrene foam granules. Such frameless furniture is denser, but its service life is practically unlimited.
  • Standard practical models are filled with 1-3 mm balls. Shrinkage will be minimal, and filling will be required after at least a year.
  • Cheap products usually use polystyrene foam of 4 mm or more in size. The granules will be crushed after 1-2 months of constant use.

To avoid making a mistake with your choice, use the price rule: a quality bean bag chair cannot cost less than 3,500-4,000 rubles.

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Which upholstery is better to choose?

The upholstery fabric is a matter of taste. Textured matting looks minimalistic, shaggy velour is cozy, leather is stylish.

Tip! If the bean bag chair is going to be used at home, avoid “rustling” fabrics, like oxford — they are uncomfortable to sit on.

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How does it look in the interior and at the dacha?

The bean bag should be in its place and support the overall design of the room.

Living Room

A bean bag chair in the living room interior is a perfect complement to standard armchairs or sofas.

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The photo shows bean bags in the living room

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Suitable for relaxing after work, reading a book, watching a movie. Will replace an extra seat if guests come.

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The photo shows a bean bag chair in the shape of a drop

Bedroom

You can achieve complete relaxation in the bedroom not only on the bed. For daytime relaxation, place a bean bag chair next to it, and place a small table next to it, where it’s convenient to put a book or a cup of tea.

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Children’s room

Kids love bean bag chairs! They can be moved from place to place, used in construction, they are ideal for watching cartoons and reading.

children's bean bag chairs chair by the child's bed playroom in the children's room

Balcony

Mobility bean bags and their comfort make this furniture an integral part of the balcony design.

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The photo shows a panoramic balcony with a seating area

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In the summer, enjoy the views from the window, and in the winter, bring the chairs back into the apartment.

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Terrace

Place a bright bean bag chair near the house on the veranda to create a wonderful place to relax in nature. For tanning, it is best to use drops or pillows that are comfortable to lie on.

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Plot

Bean bags are not only placed on paved terraces and verandas. Choose a water-repellent, easy-to-clean fabric for the outer cover (the same oxford or outdoor acrylic) and you can enjoy the comfort of your garden.

outdoor bean bag chairs

The photo shows outdoor bean bag chairs

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Bean bag chairs are often placed by the pool or near the barbecue area.

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Original design ideas

The trend for impressive dimensions is still relevant: if there is a lot of free space in the house, order a huge bean bag chair on which you can even sleep!

For more modest spaces, choose original shapes: cats, bunnies, pyramids, balls.

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