How to choose and use a hanging chair in the interior?

What types are there?

Hanging chairs vary in design, shape, size and materials. Let's consider the most popular varieties.

Cocoon

High side walls and an elongated shape allow you to completely immerse yourself in, hiding from prying eyes. A suspended cocoon chair will help to abstract from what is happening, and in the nursery it will be the best place to lull your baby to sleep.

Egg

Essentially the same cocoon, but less closed. Egg-shaped chairs are usually extended upward and represent half a sphere.

Ball

More round and closed compared to an egg. Usually made from clear plastic, these hanging chairs are the perfect piece of furniture for modern styles.

Pictured hanging ball chair made of acrylic

A drop

Like the two previous ones, it got its name for its external similarity. A tall fabric "hut" with a small opening is an ideal place for privacy that children love.

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Hammock

It has the most simple design: a piece of fabric is tied to a crossbar and suspended from the ceiling. Due to the lack of a rigid frame, this hanging chair is excellent for relaxing your back muscles.

Hammocks are not only made of fabric, but also woven from ropes, like macrame. Usually they are round, less often - oval.

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Swing

Not quite a chair, but it also has a place to be. Swing in their room, children will most of all appreciate, but this option for relaxation will not hurt many adults either.

In the photo there is a model on a platform

In addition to the shape, hanging chairs in the interior differ in the installation method:

• Ceiling mount. The most difficult and static option. If you are going to install an adult model, get permission from the management company or another organization: not all houses have ceilings that can support the weight of a person sitting.
• Hanging on beam. A convenient way for owners of private houses. For installation, a cable is thrown over the ceiling or hooks are drilled for metal chains.
• On the counter. The body is mounted on a stable tripod, usually included in the kit. A spring is attached to the hook, allowing it to swing and feel comfortable. The design is primarily convenient for mobility - the hanging chair is easy to move from room to room.

What materials are they made of?

Hanging chairs are made from all sorts of materials: from modern plastic to eco-friendly rattan or vines. Each has advantages and disadvantages.

• Vine. The finest weaves look stylish, make the interior warmer and more comfortable. Minus one: fear of moisture, so it is better not to use it outdoors or in unheated rooms.
• Rattan. Artificial and natural are given completely different forms: therefore, on sale you can find models similar to both wicker vine and bamboo.

• Metal. Synonymous with reliability, but not comfort. The hanging chair should definitely be supplemented soft pillows... Used in industrial styles.
• Plastic or acrylic. Combined with chrome elements and the shape of the ball, it looks ultra-modern. Durable, not afraid of temperature and humidity changes.
• Wood. Due to the ease of processing, wood give any desired shape: from traditional to futuristic.
• The cloth. Textiles are used exclusively in hammock chairs. It does not have a hard basis, which can be perceived as a plus or a minus.

How does it look in the interior of the apartment and in the country?

Can't decide to buy a hanging chair? Explore its benefits:

• Weightlessness. The feeling of being on a hanging seat is completely different than on a standard sofa.
• Variety of designs... As you may have noticed, there is a huge range of models that differ in literally every possible parameter.
• Calming effect... From childhood, rocking for any person means comfort and safety. As an adult, relaxing in a hanging chair reduces stress.
• Stylish accent... Hanging chairs in the interiors of the apartment will become a highlight of the design and will attract the attention of all guests.

To understand exactly where to place your purchase, consider options for different rooms.

Living room

Hanging chairs in the living room interior complement the relaxation area with sofa... Due to the fact that the seats are swivel, it is convenient to look at the screen on them TVand communicate with guests.

Pictured are cocoons suspended from the ceiling

When decorating spacious halls, the hanging chair can be placed in any suitable place. To save space in small room, move it to the corner or put it by the window - then you can admire the views from the transparent seat at the same time.

Bedroom

The claim that the main piece of lounge furniture in the bedroom is bedis absolutely wrong. You also want to spend the day here with comfort, so hanging chairs in the interior of the bedroom are an excellent option for organizing a comfortable corner.

Place next to coffee tableso that in moments of relaxation there is where to put a cup of tea or a glass of wine.

Children's room

A small child does not need sturdy models that can support a lot of weight. But the hanging chair must hold on as tightly as possible, because kids most often use constructions for games, swinging and jumping in them. For this reason, the chairs are only suitable for ceiling mounting.

The material used for manufacturing also affects safety. Suitable models for small children - fabric. In the form of a drop or a hammock. If you want a frame, go for a nice rattan or round plastic with no sharp corners.

In a teenager's room, use hanging or floor models, the main thing is to take into account the load in kg - the children's models of a high school student will no longer stand. Consider this nuance when buying a chair "for growth": take a stock of maximum endurance of 10-20 kg.

Balcony

A rattan hanging chair looks best in the interior of the balcony. Complement it with cozy pillows of a suitable color, place live plants on the shelves, lay a carpet on the floor - these simple tricks will make the loggia stylish and cozy.

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In the photo is a ball with pillows on panoramic loggia

If the balcony is not insulated and a seat is needed here exclusively in the summer, choose models with rigid supports. At the end of the season, they are brought into the house and placed in the living room.

Country house

In a country house or in a garden, chained chairs are used in three locations:

1. Inside the house. The choice of seats is huge: to the standard living room, bedroom or nursery, an attic, study, dining room or summer kitchen... Often a space for relaxation or games is organized in the attic, where a suspension chair is simply necessary.
2. On the terrace. If there is no room in the house, look for a free area next to it.Usually in front of the entrance or in the backyard there is an open paved area where a suspended structure is installed.This can be done on a canopy, or take a floor model.
3. Location on. Fortunately, open areas do not limit the choice of models in size and you can choose the most comfortable cocoon for yourself! There is no ceiling in the garden, so the chairs are placed exclusively on supports. But they can be transferred from place to place, putting it in barbecue area, then in the sun by the gazebo, then in the shade under the trees.

For outdoor use, choose models that will not deteriorate due to changes in temperature, humidity, and will not fade in the sun... If in doubt, check with the manufacturer to see if the furniture is suitable for outdoor use.

In the photo, metal furniture for a summer residence

And one last tip: don't limit yourself to one chair! Buy two or even three to avoid fighting for the right to sit on this original piece of furniture.