Lounge chairs are a great way to relax and enjoy the outdoors. They give you the option of sitting in the sun, catching some shade, or just lounging by a fire at night. But where do you put them? How should they be arranged? What kind should you buy? All these questions and more will be answered in this article.
Outdoor Lounge Chair Furniture Ideas
Before you buy any outdoor lounge chairs, take time to think about where you’re going to put them. The location of your chairs will determine how many and what kind of chairs you need. A few good places to sit out are the deck, patio, or porch. You’ll want one or two comfy chairs at each of these locations so anyone who wants to get out of the house can have a place to sit. The deck or porch should have room for several chairs so you can enjoy being outside with family and friends. If space is at a premium, you could put two chairs facing each other which would give you an intimate conversation area.
An outdoor lounge chair furniture arrangement should provide a little space between the chairs so you don’t feel cramped when you’re sitting down. A conversation area might need to be smaller than an area with several lounge chairs, but the ideal arrangement would give everyone enough room to spread out and relax.
For areas where people will mainly sit in one place like by a pool or hot tub, chaise lounges are a great option. These chairs have two seats and a long section that can be laid down, almost like a bed. They come in various shapes and sizes but the main thing to look for is width and comfort. If you’re using them by a pool or hot tub, make sure they’re waterproof so they don’t get damaged by water.
Also, remember that the chair should be able to work with your other outdoor furniture. If you’re buying all-weather wicker chairs for your porch, an elegant wooden lounge chair will look odd. Likewise, if you’ve got rattan or wicker patio furniture, metal or plastic lounge chairs won’t fit in at all. I suggest mixing and matching lounge chairs so they look like they belong in the space.
