Bean bags are casual seating rather than therapeutic or ergonomic furniture, but their flexible shape can make many everyday spaces feel more relaxed and adaptable. Here are ten practical ways to use them.
1. Create a reading corner
Add a bean bag, good lighting and a stable side table to make an inviting place for books and quiet time.
2. Add movable family seating
Bean bags are easier to reposition than framed furniture when the room changes from playtime to movie night.
3. Make better use of a covered patio
Outdoor-rated fabric suits casual use on decks and patios when it is cared for and stored sensibly.
4. Pair seating with an ottoman
A matching ottoman can serve as a footrest or occasional extra casual seat.
5. Choose sizes for different users
Adult and kids’ sizes help you match the seating footprint to the person and the space.
6. Refresh the filling
EPS filling can be adjusted over time, allowing you to change firmness and restore shape as the beads settle.
7. Care for the fabric
Brush away loose dirt and treat spills promptly according to the selected fabric’s care instructions. A zip does not mean a cover is machine washable.
8. Move between spaces
When safe to do so, a bean bag can move between indoor and covered outdoor areas.
9. Coordinate colours
Choose matching or complementary fabric across bean bags and ottomans to create a cohesive layout.
10. Support local making
Lazy Beanz active products are cut and sewn in Rothwell, Queensland.
For prolonged desk work or a medical need, choose appropriately designed seating and seek professional advice where necessary. Explore our outdoor bean bag range.