Chair on the balcony: types and subtleties of choice

Any armchair for a cozy balcony can be purchased, 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 purchase a specific model.

When buying such an interesting piece of furniture as an armchair, you will have to take into account all the characteristics of a balcony or loggia, their decor and the characteristics of the product itself: its appearance, design style, care features. Let's take a closer look at the popular varieties.

• Soft items. These models are usually quite massive and bulky, so they are only suitable for a large balcony. We will have to take into account the fact that soft products can only be placed on closed-type 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 calmly rest and sleep in the fresh air while lying down.

• Rocking chairs. These products will allow you to organize your own vacation as comfortably as possible. Usually they are not the largest in size, so they will not interfere with walking on the balcony.

• Wicker chair. Wickerwork will decorate any space. They are made from natural, which means - environmentally friendly materials. Many manufacturers offer their customers rattan wicker designs, which are characterized by a combination of increased comfort and stylish creativity.If you like to relax in a reclining state, then pay attention to the unusual wicker chaise lounges, which will have a special support for the legs, which is often retractable.

• Suspended models. These models have existed on the furniture market not very long ago, but quickly became very popular. Hanging chairs will differ significantly from traditional products, which, incidentally, helps them to look very attractive. Today you can find a large selection of different models and subspecies of such structures, thanks to which you can quickly find such an interesting solution that will suit 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 balconies. These models will not take up too much space, they can be easily customized for yourself.

• Armchairs-bags. Their main feature is that they are not in the same form all the time. It is obtained under the influence of the weight of the human body that sits on this product. Such furniture has 2 covers: one - inside, with a special filling and the second - 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 expanded polystyrene, which can also include synthetic fluff. They weigh a little, so such products can be easily carried or moved if necessary.

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

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

The selection of material for the chair will be dictated by the conditions of its use. If you have a closed loggia, then there will be almost no restrictions on use. The most popular materials in this case: natural wood, chipboard, 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 is better to opt for artificial or natural rattan, as well as on metal, although both of these materials will then be treated with a special composition, which will increase the resistance of the product to moisture and low temperatures.

The cladding of structures for a balcony without glazing should be easy to clean, freely pass air flows, should be resistant to fading, rotting, should not be afraid of mold and exclude the appearance of parasites.

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

Chairs usually come in a variety of 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 a piece of furniture is to be squeezed into a place where there is little space in width, you can simply refuse the armrests - in this case, you will have to abandon the idea of ​​installing a chaise longue chair or wicker products on your balcony.

If the balcony is very small, but you really want to put a chair there, it is worth paying attention to the options for mini-chairs - the same popular models in the form of seating bags. The ergonomic high-back lounging chairs will help you sit comfortably on the narrow balcony - in which case, you just need to turn your attention to the folding sun loungers or rocking chairs.

There are several popular solutions worth paying attention to.

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

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

• Country (rustic style). Its main principle is the presence of natural materials. Since chairs in the original country style are often made from wood, they almost always have a vintage look or 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 dwellings, because in them it becomes the very indispensable highlight that they lacked.

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

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

• Loft. Heavy wrought iron or lightweight glass pendant armchairs will perfectly decorate an interior decorated in a moderate loft style.

When choosing a balcony chair, there are several points to consider.

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

On the open balcony, you can install wicker armchairs with removable cushions.

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

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

How to make a sofa for a balcony, see below.