Lounge Chair Buying Guide

When we think lounge chair, we immediately associate it with leisure, warm weather and comfort.   Your choices in outdoor lounge chairs are many.  From beach lounge chairs that travel easily on those summer vacations to chaise loungers that add a beautiful touch to your backyard living area, there’s a style for everyone.  If you’re looking for the right lounger chairs, here are a few tips to guide you.

Plastic Lounge Chairs – Plastic chairs are lightweight, inexpensive and work fine around the pool areas.  Many like the various colors and ease of cleaning plastic lounge chairs provide.

Chaise Lounge Chairs – Chaise loungers are a great way to add style to your patio or pool area.  These reclining loungers serve double duty; sunbathers love the reclining aspects while those who just wish to enjoy the outdoors are afforded the comfort of a chaise.  With the ability to change out cushions, you’re assured of a new look each season.

Folding lounge chairs are excellent if you’re planning a vacation at the shoreline.  These outdoor chairs fold to lie flat and are easy to store after the summer has ended.  You can find these as chairs or as loungers that allow you to put your feet up and soak in the sun.

Most lawn chairs can be found in wood, iron, aluminum or plastic.  If you plan to travel with your lawn chairs, you might consider aluminum or plastic due to their light weight.  If your loungers will remain in your backyard or patio, wood or iron are great options.

Things to Keep in Mind

If your lawn chairs will be exposed to the elements, aluminum or plastic chairs won’t rust like iron can, nor will they deteriorate as wood can over the years.

Consider the backs of the chairs.  Do you prefer high backs or will a chair with a low back suffice?

Cleaning your lawn furniture is a consideration as well.  Plastic is sturdy and cleans easily while the heavier wrought iron might require a bit of elbow grease each season. 

Regardless of which style you select, you can expect years of leisurely enjoyment from your patio lounge chairs.