Beanbag, pouf chair, beanbag - all these are names for the same piece of furniture. You can buy a bean bag complete with furniture, or you can order it separately, making it one of the style-forming elements in the interior.

What is a bean bag chair?

This is a piece of furniture that is a fabric bag with filling. It can be placed anywhere in the apartment, on the street, on the terrace to ensure a comfortable stay. They work, sunbathe, study, and watch TV while sitting in it. A universal item in the house that does not take up much space. The difference from ordinary chairs is their low weight, which makes them easy to drag around the apartment or area, as well as the adoption of the body shape. There are no restrictions on a person’s weight, figure, or height. Overweight people are advised to sit down carefully so as not to damage the structure of the filler located inside.

When a person is in a sitting position, he can stand up, change his body position, lie down slightly, and turn around. Inside, the product is filled with components that adapt to your current needs, which is incredibly convenient. The polystyrene foam is stable, wear-resistant when used correctly, can be pulled out from the inside and added if necessary (the reason for replacement is the loss or destruction of the balls). The muscle corset relaxes, the musculoskeletal system is not stressed, and the mood improves.

There is no frame, so the chair cover can be washed, wiped with a damp cloth or sponge - it depends on the fabric.

What fabric should I buy a bean bag chair from?

The following types of materials are used in production:

• Oxford(hypoallergenic, easy to wash, often available in bright colors);
• velveteen(incredibly pleasant, has dirt-repellent qualities, looks solid, expensive, but “catches” dust);
• flock(very soft, slightly fleecy, does not wrinkle, casts white depending on the color, direction of the pile, lighting, shade of surrounding objects);
• leather / eco leather(can be quickly cleaned, does not absorb dirt, looks stylish, easily fits into a simple interior, but is problematic in hot weather).

Oxford, eco-leather can be noted as more relevant and affordable. They are easy to clean, pleasant to the touch, high quality, well tolerated by the skin and body, and hypoallergenic. Other fabrics are also available.

Which bean bag chair is more comfortable?

For an adult, it is better to choose a model in a large size. There are children's models, and there are just small ones. In the latter option, it will not be possible to position your head so that your neck relaxes.

When planning to buy a bean bag chair, pay attention to the weight of the product. Weight depends mainly on the filler. If these are polystyrene foam granules, the product will have minimal weight. It is better to buy with large granules. Secondary cereal processing products are also used for filling, but they are best avoided. The ideal filler is polystyrene foam in the form of balls with a diameter of 0.2-0.5 cm.

A bean bag chair will be comfortable if, when used, it takes on the shape of the body. To achieve this goal, manufacturers select the optimal amount of material. It should be enough so that the cover material is smooth and not crumpled in several places.

Sometimes chairs are grouped by shape - this is a large straight bag resembling a “pouf”, “pear”, “banana”, “ball”. A universal choice is “pear”.

What size bean bag should I buy?

It is better to choose the product not in a single piece, but in a fastened version. The closure is usually offered in the form of a zipper - the foam balls do not fly out from the inside.

There are different options for size, most often the diameter is 50-100 centimeters. 100 centimeters is quite enough for an adult of any build and height (weight is limited to the standard indicators indicated earlier). The higher the people who plan to use the item, the more elongated bean bag chair it will be better for them to buy.

How much weight can a bean bag chair support?

A large chair can support a weight of no more than 150 kg. The medium, standard size, which includes the “pear”, is ready to take on 110 kg. Ball-shaped baby clothes are designed for a maximum of 50 kg.

How much does a bean bag chair weigh?

The average weight of a standard bag is approximately 8-9 kilograms. It is easy to move, there are no sharp corners, and safety is at the highest level.

If the filler is of poor quality, the mass increases due to the presence of third-party objects. Genuine leather weighs more, the substitute is heavy, simple dense fabric is lightweight. When processed cereals are used, the weight reaches 20 kg. It can only be added to leather models, since dust easily seeps through the upholstery layer.

Why does a bean bag chair rustle?

During sitting down, a characteristic rustling noise occurs, which can initially slightly irritate people. Noise has two sources: the first is the upholstery fabric; the second is a filler, usually polystyrene foam (a very rustling material). You can quickly adapt to a slightly unusual sound; often, over time, ordinary people begin to like it.

You can buy a bean bag chair and other furniture in Minsk using the TAM.BY catalog.

In order for a bean bag to meet all your expectations, it is enough to listen to just three tips for choosing it. Especially for you, the CHUDO CHAIR team has prepared simple instructions, generously seasoned with useful secrets!

Beanbag shape

It’s very easy to determine which bean bag chair is best for you!

• Can provide maximum comfort. You can choose any comfortable position - sit or lie down: the bag with a high back will adapt to you!
• - an excellent choice for a children's room: the child will be comfortable, and thanks to the design of the chair, he will not “drown” in the filling. These fairly compact bags are also ordered for small spaces.
• Do you often receive guests? Large ones can comfortably accommodate any number of people. Several of these bags can easily turn into a sofa. By the way, you don’t need a lot of space to store bean bags: the chairs can be stacked on top of each other.
• - the best option for decorating a themed room. The thick decorative cover allows the bean bag to be used in sports bars and cafes.

Frameless furniture size

The more, the more comfortable! If you are not limited by the size of the room, give preference to an XL size chair. Small and light bags are perfect for a child's room: a child can use them not only as a seat, but also as a play attribute.

Hint from CHUDO CHAIR. In the card of each product you will find its dimensions and load restrictions.

Case material

• Cotton and raincoat fabric are the best choice for a child's room. The first fabric can be easily washed even in cold water, and a damp sponge is enough to clean the raincoat fabric! The materials are hypoallergenic and do not cause irritation.
• Jacquard and polyester do not fade. The fabrics are easy to care for and can withstand any load.
• For true connoisseurs of comfort, chairs made of velor (regular and moire) will be a godsend. These bean bags are soft, pleasant to the touch and will fit into any interior.

When choosing a chair, pay attention to the presence of an internal cover. A “technical” bag for filling will allow you to easily remove the decorative “upholstery” for washing for washing, and will also add comfort to the use of the bag chair.

Still have questions about the selection? We will be happy to advise you, telling you in detail about the features of each model presented in our store!

Frameless furniture is gaining more and more popularity. To understand how convenient and appropriate it is, most consumers first purchase bean bag chairs. Reviews about the quality vary; regrets and praises come down to the level of one’s own awareness at the time of purchase.

What is frameless furniture

Italians love life and often surprise the world with new ideas, things that qualitatively complement everyday life. The first copies of chairs without a rigid frame appeared in 1967. Several people lay claim to the fame of inventor; finding out who is right is the concern of the Italians; the rest of the world's population enjoys the fruits of creative thought.

They say that the first bean bags were filled with beans and created a sensation with their convenience and originality. The classic model is considered to be a pear-shaped chair. Subsequently, many shape options were invented, which indicates the great potential of this area of ​​upholstered furniture design.

An important advantage of frameless models is their relative lightness; not every chair or sofa can be moved, but practically anyone can move it. This furniture always has soft shapes, the absence of a frame guarantees safety of use, which means that children’s games of any degree of prank will occur without injury. Sitting comfortably in a chair, every person is overcome by a feeling of comfort, because it follows the contours of the body and supports it in any position.

Frameless chairs consist of two covers: the lower one carries the maximum load, the upper (outer) one performs decorative functions. The durability, comfort, and transformation of the product largely depend on what material these two shells are made of. The filling of the chair is no less important. Beans, buckwheat husks, foam rubber scraps, polystyrene balls and several other options - all this can be inside frameless furniture. Nobody uses natural materials for filling in mass production anymore, and reviews from the consumer audience suggest which options demonstrate the best performance qualities for a bean bag chair better than the manufacturer’s advertising.

Size matters

In addition to the materials used in the production of frameless furniture, the dimensions of products such as bean bags are of practical importance. Consumer reviews talk about failures when choosing a chair for an adult. Manufacturers indicate a diameter in the furniture parameters, for example 75 cm, this size is suitable for a child’s chair, but the chair will be too small for an adult.

Dimensions of the bean bag chair depending on height:

• Diameter 70 cm - suitable for people whose height does not exceed 150 cm.
• Diameter 80 cm - comfortable for heights up to 170 cm.
• A diameter of 90 cm or more is comfortable for everyone and mandatory for a person taller than 170 cm.

Case material

The inner cover must hold the filling and withstand significant loads, since it is pleasant not only to sit in this chair, but to almost fall into it. For the same reason, the inner cover must have a certain amount of elasticity in order for the bag to stretch and take the shape of the body. At the dawn of the expansion of frameless chairs to Russia, the inner covers were made from mixed fabrics - cotton, polyester. Today, new materials have appeared, and furniture business experts recommend choosing a chair with an inner cover made of non-woven spunbond material. The material must be dense enough so that the chair can serve for a long time without falling apart at the seams.

The decorative outer cover is made from almost any fabric. Oxford fabric has proven itself well. Its practicality is suitable for use both indoors and outdoors. Leaving furniture with such upholstery outdoors, you don’t have to worry - it won’t get very wet, it will dry quickly, and stains can be easily cleaned with a sponge and detergent or washed in a machine.

The outer cover can be made of leatherette, genuine leather, fabrics - cotton, oxford, flock, faux fur, in short, anything you like and matches the interior. Much more important are the characteristics of the zipper sewn into the top cover. The length of the zipper must be at least 80% of the diameter of the inner cover with filling. If the condition is not met, the chances of tearing both shells increase sharply, the zipper will quickly become unusable, and you may have to reduce the amount of filler yourself, which means lost appearance and comfort.

Reviews about the material

Consumer ratings of decorative covers are generally positive, since they are removable and washable in an automatic washing machine. Users place little emphasis on evaluating the materials of the cases, focusing more on the filler, but some reviews say:

• The Oxford bag chair received positive reviews. The fabric demonstrates ease of care and durability. Many note the wide range of colors, comfortable. Of the negative ratings, buyers indicated that the fabric collects a lot of dust.
• Nylon bean bag chair. There are no reviews of covers made from this material, but there are many reviews of the fabric. According to consumers, it washes well, consists of 100% synthetic raw materials, which guarantees long-term preservation of shape and color. The fabric is also easy to wash and does not retain dust. A negative quality is that the fabric does not allow air to pass through, but for bean bag chair covers this does not matter.

Many manufacturers offer bean bags without an inner cover that contains the filling. This reduces the price, but quickly makes the piece of furniture unattractive. During use, the seams may come apart and the filling will fall out, the cover will inevitably get dirty, and it is impossible to wash it with all its contents.

High-quality artificial leather is the only material that is used for frameless furniture without an inner cover, including bean bag chairs made from it. Reviews of such a small-sized accessory talk about good quality characteristics - stains are removed quickly, dust does not accumulate, the material is resistant to stretching, creasing, and abrasion. The disadvantages include not very pleasant sensations in the summer, but you can additionally throw on cotton fabric, and problems also arise in winter if the house is cold. A bean bag chair made of leatherette perfectly tolerates use in open areas.

Filling

Common fillers for bean bags:

• Expanded polystyrene. In other words, polystyrene foam in small balls. It is the most common filler for several reasons: geographical availability, relatively low price, low specific gravity and high volume. When choosing a chair with such a filling, the quality characteristic is the density of the ball. High-quality polystyrene has a density of at least 25 kg/m 3; lower values ​​guarantee rapid sagging of the chair. But in any case, the foam filler will have to be added periodically; it does not hold its shape well.
• Rubber sawdust. Punching bags, as well as small furniture items, are produced with this filler, since it shrinks quickly and has a lot of weight, the furniture loses its shape and is difficult to mix. In case of replacement, you have to completely change the contents of the covers.
• Rubber granulate with air. When forming rubber balls, air is added to them. This type of filler is in the highest price category. It is the most resistant to shrinkage, has a long service life without the need for addition, is comfortable, and the total weight of the chair is only slightly greater than with foam filler. According to customer reviews, chair bags with rubber filling are elastic, quickly take the shape of the body, do not sag, and retain heat.

Manufacturers of frameless furniture are almost all enterprises that make standard furniture, small private companies specializing in upholstered furniture, and individual entrepreneurs.

Bean bag chairs have gained immense popularity all over the world. Frameless furniture fits perfectly into any interior, is easy to use, functional and looks original.

You can choose a bean bag from a wide range offered by manufacturers, or, inspired by a photo of bean bag chairs, make it yourself.

Who invented the beanbag chair?

The idea of ​​creating a beanbag chair belongs to Italian designers Cesari Paolini, Piero Gatti and Franco Teodoro. Initially, they proposed filling a PVC film bag with water, but the film could not withstand the load, so such a chair could not fulfill its intended purpose and was very heavy.

The invention pleased the owner of the furniture factory, Aurelio Zanotta, who for the first time launched the production of frameless furniture. It was he who came up with the idea of ​​filling a fabric bag with plastic balls, and named this chair “Sacco”, which means “bag” in Italian. The second name, “bean bag,” which is now used all over the world, was given by the Americans.

Why is the bean bag chair popular?

Bean bag chairs have a number of advantages compared to regular furniture:

• Ease. Even a child can move it.
• Easy to care for. If the outer cover gets dirty, you can easily remove it and wash it in the machine.
• Practicality. If you are tired of the color of the chair, you can order or sew a new cover, this will give the furniture a “second life”.

Convenience. When used, the “sacco” takes on an anatomical shape, perfectly supports the spine, without creating stress on other joints. It is very comfortable to sit or lie on it and you can relax after a hard day. This feature will be appreciated by pregnant and nursing mothers.

What are they made of?

A bean bag is a bag with filling. Usually two covers are used: an outer one (which is removed for washing) and an inner one.

The fabrics for the outer cover can be any, but most often it is Greta, nylon, leather, fur, velvet, burlap.

Durable and breathable materials such as cotton or polyester are suitable for the inner cover.

What's inside?

The filling for chair bags used to be paper, beans, buckwheat husks or rice.

Currently, modern material is used - foamed polystyrene. The advantages of expanded polystyrene include:

• Light weight. So, a beanbag chair weighs on average about 2 kg
• Environmental friendliness. Polystyrene is completely safe for health; it is even used to create disposable tableware
• Hygiene. Not susceptible to mold or microorganisms
• Low thermal conductivity, so a chair filled with polystyrene does not allow cold from the floor or ground to pass through, it can even be used in the garden or on the terrace.
• To give the chair additional softness, synthetic down is added.

To save money, some manufacturers stuff the “sacco” with foam chips. When crushed, the structure of the foam granules is disrupted, they become less soft, and the material does not “breathe.”

Some of the granules turn into dust. Before purchasing a bin bag, you need to determine what is used as a filler. It is not recommended to purchase furniture filled with foam chips.

What types of bean bag chairs are there?

Today, manufacturers offer a large selection of bean bag models.

• "Pear" has a small soft back. It is comfortable to lie on or sit leaning back
• “Comedy” is similar to the previous version, but has a wider back
• Ottoman. Can be round or square
• Armchair - pillow
• Large sacco can be used as a sofa
• Chairs in the shape of animals, fruits, and balls have gained popularity.
• Bean - bag - transformer. Thus, an Ikea beanbag chair when folded is used as a pouf, and when unfolded it is used as a chaise lounge.

Where to put it?

Bean bags are used in any interior and room. Thanks to a wide selection of shapes and colors, the beanbag chair will help create comfort and style in every room.

In the living room they use a “sacco” in the form of a sofa or pillow, placing it opposite the TV or fireplace. Be guided by the general style of the room. So, a bean bag made of gray or white burlap will suit the Scandinavian style, and a high-tech chair made of silver shimmering fabric will suit the Scandinavian style.

An ottoman next to the dressing table will fit perfectly into the bedroom.

For a children's room, chairs in the shape of animals or multi-colored “pears” would be an excellent solution. Bean bags are ideal for children's rooms due to their environmental friendliness and safety, since frameless furniture does not have sharp corners that could injure a child.

This soft chair can also be placed on a balcony, terrace or veranda. In this case, it is better to opt for a “sacco” made of leather or eco-leather, since these materials are moisture resistant and easy to clean.

How to make a bean bag with your own hands?

If you haven’t found a suitable bean bag in stores, you can sew a bean bag chair yourself. The easiest way is to create a “pillow” or “pear”. The pattern can be found online or made to your own measurements. With certain skills, you can create an exclusive and original item.

• Decide on the fabric based on your tastes and the functional purpose of the future chair
• Make the outer and inner covers with a zipper. The top cover must be removed for washing, and the inner cover must be removed to add filler after shrinking.
• “Zippers” must be long and of high quality so that there are no problems when removing covers
• As a filler, it is better to choose foamed polystyrene with a density of at least 25 kg/m3

Pay attention to the size. For children, the chair should be small - about 70 cm in diameter; for adults, you can sew a chair with a diameter of 90 cm

It will be more convenient to move the bean-bag around the apartment if you sew a handle to it.

How to care?

The outer cover can be easily removed and washed by machine or by hand depending on the type of fabric. You can also use a vacuum cleaner or steam generator to remove dirt. Products made from eco-leather and leather can be wiped with a damp sponge/rag.

With prolonged and regular use, the filler will shrink. Therefore, you will need to purchase a similar filler and add it to the previous one.

Armchairs - bags are inexpensive, so everyone can afford such a miracle - furniture. Bean-bag will enliven your room, place the necessary accents and help you relax in comfort.

Photo of bean bag chairs in the interior

Among the most popular and striking furniture innovations of recent years, bean bag chairs stand out especially strongly. Reviews about these interior items among consumers are completely mixed. Some buyers consider a frameless chair to be an ideal purchase and the best place to relax, while others find it difficult to relax or even sit down in it. What's the matter? Why are reviews of bean bags so polar? Let's look into this issue.

Frameless furniture - what is it?

First of all, this is a wonderful alternative to traditional bulky sofas, chairs and armchairs. Frameless furniture does not have a rigid base and the usual body made of wood and a spring block. It is filled with either foam rubber or granulated foam. The main requirement is good quality filler, which gives the necessary volume, rigidity and original shape, which is what bean bags are distinguished by. Reviews from people who have already experienced similar furniture help other buyers make the right choice and not be disappointed in their purchase.

The range of manufacturers is mainly represented by the following product groups:

• bean bag chair;
• chair-cushion;
• ball chair;
• stump chair;
• comfort chair;
• poufs;
• frameless sofas;
• pillows.

Their main difference is the shape; variations in the tailoring of the bag itself help achieve variety. Next we will look at the most popular models of chairs, as well as their features.

Pear chair - bestseller

It is the pear-shaped bag that is a favorite among clients of frameless furniture manufacturers. This model has a characteristic and recognizable shape of a delicious fruit. The rounded base serves as a seat, and the top serves as the back and headrest of this cozy nest. Surely readers are interested in the question of what reviews there are about this model. The bean bag chair "Pear" is considered convenient and comfortable.

It is not bulky, has a good shape, is light, and inexpensive. Manufacturers often offer promotions and discounts for this model. The overwhelming majority of negative opinions concern the fact that a sitting person has nowhere to put his head, and therefore it is simply uncomfortable to stay in it for a long time. But this drawback only applies to those people who did not choose the right size chair, and there are several of them:

• children's has a diameter of 75 cm and a height of 80 cm;
• L - with a diameter of 80 cm and a height of 110 cm;
• XL - with a diameter of 90 cm and a height of 130 cm;
• XXL - with a diameter of 110 cm and a height of 140 cm.

As you can see, the spread is quite serious, because for some people the chair will be comfortable, but for others it may seem cramped.

Other types of bags

In addition to the pear, other frameless chairs are also popular. Moreover, preferences are directly influenced by how the owner of this piece of furniture likes to relax. For example, you can sit in a chair in the shape of a pyramid, trapezoid, lounger or pillow for a long time, because they have a fairly wide base, sitting down on which you will drown in the soft embrace of the bag. These are models with fairly high backs, allowing the whole body to take the most comfortable position, reclining or sitting.

If you want to take a nap or just lie down and at the same time relax as much as possible, you should opt for a bag in the form of a ball or the “Comfort” and “Sport” models. These are beanbag chairs, reviews of which are left mainly by men, because these options have a very characteristic gender design. They are wide, voluminous, and when sitting in them there is room to put your arms and legs. In such a chair, the time spent watching a movie or a football match will fly by unnoticed and will not cause discomfort in the form of a stiff neck or lower back pain.

Reviews of the miracle seat

Now let's take a closer look at what real reviews the bean bag chair has. Moscow and St. Petersburg, Novosibirsk and Chelyabinsk, Penza and Rostov - no matter what city the buyer lives in, the World Wide Web collects people's opinions about this and other products so that everyone can evaluate their pros and cons.

To be fair, we note that the target audience of frameless furniture is young people, teenagers and children. Those who are older prefer a more conservative interior design. That is why it is impossible to evaluate reviews based on the appearance of bean bags.

But regarding their convenience and practicality, people’s opinions are quite justified, since they are based on personal experience. Thus, most users note that the bean bag chair fits perfectly into the interior of a modern apartment and looks appropriate in the bedroom, guest room, and nursery. Even the kitchen and balcony will be able to accommodate a compact pear-shaped or “Comfort” model in its limited area.

Buyers are also attracted by the accessibility of the chair, its easy cleaning and originality. The negative thing, first of all, is the fragility of some models. Foam balls in cheap chairs crumple within 1-2 months, causing them to lose their shape and elasticity.

How to choose the perfect pear chair

To choose a good chair, it is not enough to pay attention only to customer reviews; it is important to know the opinion of professionals about frameless furniture. So, what you need to consider when purchasing:

• filler quality;
• upholstery;
• shape;
• size.

We will go into the first two points in more detail; we have already talked about the sizes, but the shape of the bean bag chair should be selected based on personal aesthetic preferences, room design, and ergonomics. You just need to try to sit on it, appreciating the sensations of comfort and pleasure.

Just two components on which everything depends

The most popular material from which bean bags are made is Oxford. Reviews of products made from this fabric are very good. This is mainly due to its operational characteristics. Thus, a chair with an Oxford cover will serve its owner faithfully and will not tear, even if its main “examiners” are children. This fabric belongs to the category of water-repellent; various contaminants do not eat into its fibers; it is easily washed and dries quickly. Other good materials from which bean bag chair covers are made are suede, leather, including faux leather, nylon, compacted cotton, raincoat fabric, velvet, velor and even faux fur.

But most attention should be paid to the filler. The chairs are stuffed with foam granules, which come in different qualities. Sellers recommend purchasing those products that contain luxury polystyrene foam, because it has a finer fraction, due to which it will be less subject to deformation.

Is there a threat to life and health?

When buying a bean bag chair, rarely does anyone find out what doctors say about it. In fact, this is a very important question, because inside such furniture there is foam, and this is a material that falls into the category of potentially dangerous to humans.

Its main disadvantage is that under the influence of special conditions (high humidity and temperature), it very actively releases extremely toxic substances into the air as a result of oxidation. These include formaldehyde, benzene, styrene, and some other substances that can seriously poison the body of an adult, not to mention children.

The manufacturers themselves convince customers that they fill their chairs with high-quality foam, which does not pose any risks to human health. Proof of this can be the fact that sanitary services have put various samples of frameless furniture on sale, which means that using it at home is quite acceptable.

About pleasant things

Among the indisputable advantages of chairs made from foam balls are their practicality and mechanical safety. Parents note that this is excellent furniture for a children's room, because it has no edges or corners, which means there is absolutely no risk of getting a bump or getting hurt. Another positive aspect is the ease of transportation; by putting the chair away on a sofa or table, you can easily tidy up underneath it. Buyers are also attracted by the possibility of ordering additional covers - this is a great way to quickly change the look of furniture. One cannot ignore one of the main trump cards of this chair - its convenience.

Popular manufacturers

The first creators of frameless furniture in the world were the Italians; a few years ago it could only be bought abroad, and for a rather impressive amount. Now it has become accessible, because domestic furniture factories have begun to produce bean bag chairs. Dreambag, which is reviewed most often, is one of the main representatives of this market segment. This company offers customers different models of chairs; it also sells covers, filling, pillows, including those for pregnant women.

The quality is in no way inferior to another brand, which also has very good reviews - Pooff. Other companies also produce bean bag chairs: “Chudo Chair”, “Bag Furniture”, Big Daddy, HappyPuff.