When it comes to setting up a cozy, relaxing living space, seating is one of the areas that we often overlook but should really receive a good deal of scrutiny. Comfortable seating is far more important than just, well, comfort. Back problems and other issues that are associated with improper posture can cause long-term and very painful issues that can become lifelong problems. This can often be avoided, or the already-existing pain reduced, with more ergonomic seating options.
A lot of recliners and other common living room seating look plush and comfortable enough, but looks are often deceiving. How often have you sat in a seemingly comfortable-looking recliner for a few hours, only to end up with back pain later on? This is because these chairs and other seating surfaces often have you sitting in such a way that you put undue pressure on parts of your back that aren't equipped to bear the type of weight being put on it.
With all this in mind, it is easy to see that choosing good seating is, well, incredibly important. This is why a lot of people have been eschewing the traditional couch and chair and replacing it with newly-designed bean bag sofas. When most of us think of bean bags, we probably think of those partly filled small bags that were filled with miniature packing type peanut things. Just thinking about sitting in one of these for an extended period of time sounds like torture, but the modern bean bag is not what you remember from your childhood. Today's bean bags are most commonly filled with, shredded memory foam.
Modern bean bag furniture is perfect for rooms with a size limitation and it comes in a wide range of different shapes, accent colors, and styles like baby bean bags and bean bag chairs and they are filled with any number of different types of stuffing material that are designed to be easily replaced when they lose their shape. The result is a cushy, form-fitting, and highly ergonomic seating option that is so much more comfortable than you might think. Of all the types of furniture you can buy, this is probably the most ergonomic piece of furniture you can buy and people who have used bean bag sofas have reported a reduction in back pain, muscle tension, and more.
It's easy to see why so many people are looking towards bean bag sofas as an ergonomic seating alternative, but they are also more environmentally-friendly as well. They don't require vast amounts of wood and upholstery like most type of traditional furniture and the filling can be replaced when it loses its spring back.
What follows are four brief reviews of highly-rated, affordable, and durable bean bag sofas that are not only incredibly comfortable, but that look great as well.
Jaxx 7 ft Giant Bean Bag Sofa
Jaxx is an up and coming brand that makes a range of different home products, including giant bean bag sofas. Their 7-foot sofa is eye-catching and is available in a variety of different colors, letting you pick an option that best fits your style and decor. At around $300, this is a great value for an ergonomic sofa.
At 7 feet long, the sofa can comfortably seat up to three adults. The bean bag features a micro-suede cover that can easily be removed and washed. The zipper is childproof, making it safe for houses with young children. It is filled with shredded memory foam for comfort and durability.
This bean bag sofa is proudly made in the United States and features a handy money-back guarantee.
Big Joe Imperial Fufton in Comfort Suede
Big Joe is one of the leading makers of bean bag furniture and has a wide range of different options to meet different budgets, styles, and situations. Their Imperial Fufton is an excellent choice for a single-seater bean bag sofa and is available in three colors for around $200.
This is an aesthetically pleasing one-person bean bag sofa that will fit in with classic and modern decor. It is covered with a soft, yet durable cover and is filled with shredded memory foam that keeps its shape and can be "fluffed" back into shape many times.
Big Joe Lux XL Fuf Foam-Filled Bean Bag Chair
This is another great one-seater bean bag sofa option from the popular brand, Big Joe. At around $250, this is a great value for an over-sized bean bag that gives you plenty of room to stretch out with all your devices.
It is available in four different colors and is filled with “fuf” foam, which can be "re-fuffed" over and over again, allowing it to retake its full shape. The sofa is covered with a soft, yet incredibly durable fabric that will stand the proverbial test of time.
The bag is shipped in a very small box, and the chair will expand to its full size in about seven days.
Panda Sleep Gigantic Bean Bag Chair
Panda Sleep is another high-end maker of a range of bean bag type furniture. Their Gigantic Bean Bag Chair is incredibly comfortable and has plenty of room for you to fully spread out in comfort. At around $250, this is a good value for such a large, cushy bean bag sofa.
It is available in three different colors and is double stitched for enhanced durability and long-lasting comfort. Their proprietary Hypercomfy fabric is resistant to stains, pets, and even kids. It is filled with high-quality memory foam, giving you a durable, ergonomic, form-fitting seating experience.
The cover of the chair is removable and washable so that you can keep it fresh and clean for many years of use. If, after a few years, the sofa starts to lose some of its shape, you can easily buy replacement shredded memory foam to further enhance the life of the sofa.
Any of these are excellent choices for stylish, affordable, and ergonomic seating for any family room, dorm room, basement, or wherever you wish to put it. Unlike regular reclining chairs, a bean bag sofa will fit your body’s shape, giving you the protection you need, where you need it. Many people who use bean bag sofas swear by them for helping to relieve back pain and tension that are often associated with sitting incorrectly.
