Armchair on the balcony: types and subtleties of choice

You can buy any armchair for a cozy balcony, because the main criterion for buying will be the owner’s own taste. But before you start choosing the most suitable chair, you should get acquainted with certain nuances of this process, only then acquire a specific model.

When buying such an interesting piece of furniture, such as a chair, you will have to take into account all the characteristics of a balcony or a loggia, their decor and the characteristics of the product itself: its appearance, design style, and care features. Consider the popular varieties in more detail.

• Soft products. These models are usually quite massive and have a bulky appearance, so they are suitable only for a large balcony. We have to take into account the fact that soft products can only be placed on closed balconies - in order to save products from rain, snow and dust. To organize a quality rest on the balcony, you can give preference to folding armchairs-beds or armchairs-sofas. They allow you to relax and sleep in the fresh air in a prone position.

• Rocking chairs. These products will allow you to organize your own vacation most comfortably. Usually they are not the largest, so they will not interfere with a walk on the balcony.

• Wicker chair. Wicker products will decorate any space. They are made from natural, which means - environmentally friendly materials. Many manufacturers offer customers wicker rattan patterns that are distinguished by a combination of increased comfort and stylish creativity.If you like to relax in a reclining state, then pay attention to unusual wicker chairs, deck chairs, which will have special leg support, which is often retractable.

• Hanging models. These models exist on the furniture market not very long ago, but quickly became very popular. Hanging chairs will differ significantly from traditional products, which, by the way, helps them look very attractive. Today you can find a wide selection of different models and subspecies of such structures, thanks to which you can quickly find such an interesting solution that suits you in terms of parameters and color for any interior design.

• Folding models. This is one of the best solutions for arranging modern balconies, which can be used for various purposes or on open loggias. These models will not take up too much space, they can be easily customized for you.

• Bean bags. Their main feature is that they are not in the same form all the time. It is obtained under the influence of the body weight of a person who sits on this product. Such furniture has 2 covers: one is inside, with special filler and the second is outside. The outer cover can be easily removed for cleaning or washing. The role of the filler here is played by small balls made of a material such as polystyrene foam, they can also include syntepuh. They weigh a little, so such products can be easily transported or moved if necessary.

• Chairs for work. A small study can also be created on the balcony. A table, a computer, a comfortable office chair - that’s what you need for this. Designs for work will vary: by type of material for lining and height, by the presence or absence of armrests, as well as the possibility of changing the position of the backrest.

• Chair hammock. It is a convenient and functional design. The back of an inexpensive hammock or swing chair can be adjusted in height.

The selection of material for the chair will be dictated by the conditions of its operation. If you have a closed loggia, then there will be almost no restrictions on use. The most popular materials in this case: natural wood, particleboard, metal, glass and plastic, rattan (for wicker furniture).

If your balcony is not glazed, the choice of products for it will be very limited. Then it’s better to choose artificial or natural rattan, as well as metal, although both of these materials will then be treated with a special composition, which will increase the product's resistance to moisture and low temperatures.

Sheathing of constructions for a balcony without glazing should be easy to clean, freely allow air flow, should be resistant to fading, rotting, should not be afraid of mold and exclude the appearance of parasites.

An armchair for an open balcony is often lined with synthetic fabrics marked outdoors. The best lining options for both outdoor and indoor are microfiber and a special blend fabric. But natural materials should not be chosen for balcony furniture - they will become unusable there too quickly and will fade. For those pieces of furniture that are used in all weather conditions, it is better to choose a synthetic winterizer or sheet foam as fillers. These materials will dry quickly, will not cause allergies, mold or parasites will not appear in them.

Armchairs are usually of different sizes. Traditionally soft products are bulky, so they will not be suitable for all balconies or loggias. For an oversized balcony, you can pick up a narrow soft folding chair. If you have to squeeze a piece of furniture where there is little space in width, you can simply abandon the armrests - in this case you will have to abandon the idea of ​​installing a chaise lounge chair or wickerwork on your balcony.

If the balcony is very small, but I really want to put a chair there, you should pay attention to the options for mini-chairs - the same popular models in the form of bags for sitting. Ergonomic lounge chairs with a high back will help you comfortably sit on a narrow balcony - in this case, you just need to pay attention to folding lounge chairs or rocking chairs.

It is worth paying attention to several popular solutions.

• Monochrome option. A similar product has the same color as the walls of the balcony, but at the same time they will differ in shades. For example, the walls can be decorated in soft blue, and then a flashy blue armchair is set against their background.
• Neutral option. If the walls on the balcony are decorated neutrally (in black, gray, white, beige colors), then the armchair also needs to be chosen in a neutral color, but different. For example, if the walls of the balcony are painted in beige, then you can choose a black shade design - this will leave a bright and rather contrasting interior.
• In a colored room, a neutrally decorated chair. If the balcony is bright, then the neutral color of the product will give you the opportunity not to upset the beautiful color balance. Neutral armchairs are products of white, black, as well as gray and beige colors that can perfectly fit into almost any bright room.
• In a neutral room color design. A bright armchair can become a catchy accent in a neutral interior. For example, a balcony may be white-gray, but a raspberry or bright green chair will dilute and give more cheerfulness to this dull silence.
• Combined Option. This is an interesting option, allowing a little mischief. Against the background of the blue walls of the balcony, a red armchair can look great, and against the background of flashy purple walls - an orange product.

There are a lot of styles thanks to them, you will be able to easily add one of them to your balcony and decorate its interior.

• Country (rustic style). Its main principle is the presence of natural materials. Since often the chairs in the original country style are made of wood, they almost always have a vintage look or they have a worn effect, for example, a stylish wooden rocking chair.

• Modern. Rattan chairs are perfect for interior decoration. Such furniture is perfect for all current homes, because in them it becomes that irreplaceable highlight that they lacked.

• Baroque. The design of such chairs always looks expensive and elegant, as they have elements of high-quality handmade. Upholstery of such soft chairs is often made of velvet or even satin, as well as other expensive-looking fabrics.

• Ethno. In these motifs, you can imagine wicker chairs or hanging products in the form of a cocoon, because with their creative look they immediately remind you of a vacation in hot exotic countries.

• Loft. Heavy wrought-iron or light glass hanging chairs will perfectly decorate the interior, decorated in a moderate loft style.

When choosing a balcony chair, it is worth considering several points.

• The design should be of optimal size. Often, modern balconies have oversized parameters, so it is better not to choose a massive armchair if it can become an annoying obstacle for you to walk on the balcony.
• When buying the most comfortable chair, you should consider the unified style of decorating the interior of the balcony. If you need to create a small corner for work on the balcony, then the most appropriate solution will be the selection of dry office design options. In other cases, it is better to give preference to catchy, unusual models that will help make your stay as comfortable as possible, become a wonderful decoration of the balcony interior and create the perfect place for your family members to relax.
• It is required to take into account the type of balcony itself. If your balcony is well insulated and glazed, then you can purchase any model for it, especially it is worth paying attention to designs with a berth. If the balcony is open, it is better to give preference to models that are resistant to negative environmental influences. And you can also buy products for the balcony, which can easily be transferred to the apartment if necessary.

On the open balcony you can install wicker chair options with removable pillows.

A rocking chair fits perfectly into the interior of a small loggia, while the main thing is to choose a model of the necessary parameters. Such a product will differ not only in compact dimensions, but may also have an unusual appearance.

Folding balcony chairs can often be found in open spaces, although there may be plenty of them on glass-enclosed loggias.

See below for how to make a sofa for a balcony.