Frameless chairs: types, sizes and selection rules

Frameless chairs appeared more than half a century ago, but they gained real popularity much later. What caused this love, what makes this furniture so popular? Consider the models used fabrics and fillers, discuss the sizes.

Bean-bag (translated from English - a bag of beans) is often called a sack chair, pear or frameless furniture. Bean-bags got their popularity for their uncommon appearance, practicality and convenience. Consider the pros and cons of this piece of furniture.

There are several positive aspects.

• Unusual appearance. The originality of the design is striking - the shape and outlines are there, but there is no rough frame.
• You just float above floor level. Incredible comfort in any position.
• The correct load on the spine when distributing weight will allow you to position yourself with maximum health benefits.
• Versatility of use. Bean-run are ideal for a personal patio, and the living room, nursery, bedroom and hallway will be perfectly complemented by a soft ottoman or an upholstered transforming chair.
• The style, cover and filling are of a wide choice, can be used at any age, with almost any style of interior.
• The expanded polystyrene materials inside the cover do not form mold and do not allow the growth of fungus, they are perfect for allergies in a child.
• Thanks to modern materials, you can not be afraid of temperature changes or high humidity.
• Ease of care. A dirty chair can be tidied up thanks to the removable cover, which can be simply removed and washed in the washing machine.
• Cost-effective maintenance. If the owner suddenly wants to change the interior, it is not necessary to change the entire furnishings - it is enough to change the cover on the frameless furniture. The effect will be achieved with minimal cost.
• Mobility. This furniture is very light, the average weight of the products is about 7 kg.

But it is worth noting some of the disadvantages of bean-running.

• Frameless furniture does not have legs, it will constantly touch the floor surface, which means it will get dirty, and the cover surface will be erased.
• You need to think very carefully about the details when using frameless furniture in some stylistic directions. For example, for Art Nouveau or Classic styles, this usage is likely to be impossible.
• With prolonged use, you may notice that the filler is crushed, so you need to buy it in addition. In some cases, with especially active use, these replaceable volumes reach 25%.
• This type of furniture can be significantly damaged by piercing and cutting objects. If there is an animal in the house that can sharpen its claws on furniture, then this will bring additional risks.

In appearance, frameless furniture is a double cover, the smallest of which is filled with a special filler. When you press on the furniture, the balls are relocated to the free voids of the cover, thereby repeating the shape of a person and easily supporting him.

The variety of designs will easily allow you to choose the most suitable model.

• The shape of the cushion sofa is perfect for a couple of guests. The backrest and the elongation of the shape provide special comfort.It will be convenient to lie down on such furniture and stretch your legs to their full length. It is the most popular model for a large room, living room or nursery.

• The pear is very popular. Due to the "back", you can easily take a comfortable position.

• Banana armchair more than anyone else, it looks like an ordinary chair. Due to its shape, it is often used as a chair-bed or lounger. Very functional with proper use of the side surfaces - pockets are often placed there.

• Classic bag also found my admirers. Due to its intriguing appearance and comfort, it is very popular with bachelors and gamers. It may well exist in a public place.

• Geometric shapes always attracted attention due to eccentricity. The ball will be indispensable for a sports fan, there are even variations in the form of a soccer or basketball. A square armchair interestingly complements a small room, it can be used as a modular inclusion of 2 or more items.

• Soft tablet will take up little space, but will retain functionality. Will add zest to the interior of the living room, nursery or fashion boutique.

• Poof will be a solid option for a hallway, living room or office. It can be safely used for its intended purpose as a footrest.

• Frameless convertible sofa will give a pleasant pastime to a family or a small company. And the possibility of transformation will be a pleasant highlight and a big plus of functionality, as it will be able to take the form of a large mattress. Reminds of a classic sofa.

For the manufacture of such extraordinary furniture, specialized materials are required. The details are sewn with reinforced threads of special strength, since if the seams break through, the furniture will quickly lose its functionality. And they also use a very long zipper, otherwise it will not be possible to get the inner bag with the filler for washing the cover.

A lot depends on the material of the future chair. Usually it is selected according to the purpose of the room. If the chair will lie in the nursery, it is better to use coverings that are easy to wash and dry. It is better to use a waterproof cover for the pool area.

The variety of fabrics used is quite understandable - there are many purposes as well as types! Tweed, vinyl, jacquard, velor and synthetics will feel quite comfortable in the form of a cover. Velvet, scotchguard will also find their admirers. Oxford occupies a special place in the frameless furniture industry - a colorful fabric of an affordable price is easy to clean and resistant to dirt. Fur may well be a cover in a princess's room, and a leather substitute will decorate an armchair in the form of a soccer ball for a passionate fan.

Styrofoam balls are usually placed inside the cover, they play well in voids when used, they keep their shape well. But it is better to replace the crumb of this material with another material, since it creaks, sags heavily.

The density of granules in a bin-run chair should be no more than 25 kg / m3.

At a lower density, the contents will quickly shrink, the appearance and performance will deteriorate.

Another popular filler is synthetic fluff, it has excellent performance as an anti-allergen, has high elasticity and crease resistance.

Buckwheat husks, rice, beans or peas are used from natural fillers. Immediately, we note that this type of filler can provoke wars with rodents.

Swan down and feathers are also widely used in the frameless industry, chicken derivatives are in no way inferior to them.

Most consumers easily choose the shape and color of the bean-run, but at the same time face serious problems when choosing the size.

The volumes of this type of furniture, like that of all the others, are proportional to the growth of a person.

Size L designed for consumer height up to 150 cm (product weight 4 kg), this model is used for children and adolescents, easy to move.

Bag size XL goes up to 170 cm (product weight 5 kg), is quite universal, suitable for both a child and an adult with an average height.

And size XXL suitable for height from 170 cm or owners of large sizes (product weight 6.5 kg).

The color palette gives the consumer a wide range of choices. The fabric can be either plain and strict, or variegated and bright. Acid or denim motifs will be very relevant in a teen's room.

When choosing such an important interior detail as an armchair, it is worth remembering some of the nuances.

• The size of the chair should be suitable for the size of the room and the height of the owner.
• The presence of a double bag will make the possibility of cleaning the surface of the chair quite comfortable. If the filler is poured into the main cover, then this will significantly complicate the process of washing the product.
• The fabric of the outer cover must be durable and practical and of excellent quality. If the use of the chair will directly depend on moisture ingress, then you should take care of a waterproof upper cover. The inner cover must be strong and free from damage.
• The composition of the filler should be considered. You should not buy chairs with expanded polystyrene chips.
• The well-designed model includes a carrying handle, drain rings to drain excess air (otherwise it will escape through the seams) and a large zipper. If the zipper is equipped with special protective elements against unauthorized opening, then this will be a huge plus.
• The presence of a repair kit and an additional portion of filler is welcome.

Elegant stylistic directions do not accept bad manners - it will be difficult to match frameless furniture with them.

Modern styles will easily accept a bean bag chair or a tablet, a frameless sofa will find place in almost any interior as a replacement for bulky furniture.

In the living room, decorated in a Scandinavian style, frameless furniture looks very organic. Individuality, comfort and safety are welcome here. A pear armchair with a linen pattern will be an invariable companion of such a living room or bedroom.

The functionality of the frameless transforming chair will only emphasize this practical minimalism.

Fusion loves juiciness and originality. So, a soft banana chair feels quite comfortable next to a mirrored tabletop or Egyptian motives.

Country music will comfortably warm a pill or a bag, and a loft will organically place a pouf among unplastered walls.

Convenience and safety are welcomed in a nursery of almost any style. The child will be able to play as an adult, independently rearranging the sofa-pillow, and the nursing mother will comfortably sit with the baby on a round chair.

You can learn how to make a frameless chair with your own hands from the video below.