How much filling do you need for a bean bag chair?

When creating a bean bag chair, many are interested in how much filling is required. Of course, a lot depends on the volume of such a chair and the type of filling chosen. But you can still determine the approximate volume that will be required for filling.

How much filling do you need for a bean bag chair?

The most common volume is 350 liters. Any filler is sold in quantities of 100 liters or more in packaged bags. To correctly determine how much to take, you should calculate the required amount according to the rules:

• if there is a need for addition, it is worth taking 100 liters;
• to create a new chair you need about 500;
• The upholstery plays a big role; the better and stronger the material, the more elastic the seat will be;
• manufacturers and the price of the material affect the quality of the substance;
• natural entrails are more often compressed, you need to take this into account;
• calculate the correct volume, independently or according to the scheme.

Attention! It is important to monitor cleaning, as small particles of filler can get into the respiratory tract!

Depending on the type of filler

You can fill the bean bag chair with any substance of your choice, but only with a soft property. For example:

1. Holofiber. They rarely fill the insides completely; often it is simply used as an additive to other materials. A chair with such an inner layer will be very comfortable and convenient.Refers to hypoallergenic and moisture-resistant substances. Keeps its shape for a long time.
2. Polypropylene. You can usually find polystyrene foam inside the bean bag chair. After some time, it can become compressed, and this furniture attribute loses its shape. It depends on the person's weight and frequency of use. Expanded polystyrene can be added periodically. It has a good effect for complete rest; it is pleasant for a person to lie on it.
3. Polyurethane foam. Sufficiently elastic filler without toxic emissions. It keeps its shape perfectly and does not wrinkle, so it is better to choose hard upholstery such as leather. It will last a long time, but it is quite tough.

Attention! The above options are the main ones. However, if you wish, you can add a bag of natural down to the chair. Many people like hay; it has a pleasant and soothing aroma. Wood shavings, in addition to everything, have a healing effect.

Depending on the volume of the bean bag chair

Small sizes M, which are mainly intended for children, are filled with polypropylene. They are 70 cm in diameter and 95 cm in height. For such a chair you need no more than 200 liters in a bag. As a rule, it is not necessary to frequently add material, since the child weighs little.

A convenient bag for the whole family with a volume of XXL. It is necessary to double the amount of filler. Purchase at least 100 liters of additional substance; you will have to top it up periodically. Natural innards, such as hay or feathers, will need to be found in 2 bags.

If you want to purchase a huge piece of furniture that looks like a sofa, then you need a large amount of any filler. From 700 liters each. The height will be about 160 cm, and the diameter will be at least 130 cm.The filler in large dimensions is compressed less, so in addition we take the minimum.