Bean Bag Reviews

Fatboy The Original Oversized Bean Bag

Here is a bean bag that many people rave about and there are people out there who claim that Fatboy are the most sensibly designed bean bags available on the high street. If you are looking for a bean bag (that can also prop up as a chair) and is easy to clean without burning a hole in your pocket, then the Fatboy bean bag line should be at the top of the list. Talking about the brand, Fatboy is a Netherland based company that has been furnishing rooms the world over since 1999 with their huge, playful lounge bags adding a mischievous sense of fun and real comfort to any interior. More on their ‘Original’ bean bag in the following review.

First impression:

Looking at the Fatboy though at first, it seemed too expensive, but it is worth your money for its high level of comfort, excellent back support and easy to mould feature. Did we mention that you can also make use of it as a guest bed for unexpected guests if you simply lay out putting a sheet over it? This useful and ridiculously versatile bean bag seat, designed by the acclaimed Finnish designer Jukka Setala could go into any room, be it in the dormitories as a big floor cushion, family room as an extra seat, bedroom as an occasional bed, as a TV chill-out pillow, comforting pillow for children, an ideal games playing ‘chair’ and in office too. Therefore, it can be made use of in countless scenarios and the possibilities just seem to be endless!

Features:

The Fatboy Original Bean Bags are not just for kids as it could fit in impeccably with any decor forming the perfect seat for 1-2 people. Needless to mention, it is both comfortable and stylish.  And because the bean bag seat is so malleable and big, you can sit in it like a chair, sleep on it and even recline in it without the slightest of inconvenience. Though it is an     extra large bag, it is not too heavy at all and therefore you will have no trouble dragging it from room to room.

Giant bean bag: An oversized bag measuring 140 cm x 180 cm in dimension, the Fatboy Original comes in several designer ranges viz the Fatboy Marimekko range with brilliant prints from Marimekko, the Scandinavian fashion icon and the deluxe range of Fatboy Metahlowski made out of Italian cotton with a sleek metallic finish. Kids for sure love jumping up and down on the bean bag and we are certain that you need to refill at some point which makes it ideal for a kids-oriented house.

Available colours: In fact, all Fatboy bean bags are sold in a broad range of colours to suit everyone’s decor or taste including orange, lime, black, dark purple, turquoise, pink, white, silver, red, blue, dark grey, brown, olive green and cobalt blue.

Filling material: Unlike the usual chair, the Fatboy bean bag confirms to the contours of your body for a natural, superb support in a wide range of positions as the inside of the bag is filled with little cylindrical pieces of EPS (Expanded Polystyrene Packaging) that are also fire-retardant for complete safety.

Nylon exterior: The exterior fabric is coated with dirt resistant nylon and all you need to clean the exterior is wipe it using damp cloth. The fabric on testing proves to be pretty strong and looks like it will not burst open as you rest comfy. Another good thing is that the nylon exterior, being water-resistant protects it from stains and spills. You can also just clean it using mild soap and warm water. A zipper helps keep the beads inside making the bean bag secure and safe.

The cons: The bean bag seems to give off an odour that does take some time to go away which is rather unusual. It is also a bit noisy when you sit on it and this is something that kids would not mind at all, perhaps we adults are just a little picky! Also it is a bit tricky to get out of the bag, though it is not a great deal. Another minor issue is that if you are fairly tall, you need to add a pillow or two at the end of your lower legs.

Verdict:

Call it a ‘giant bean bag’, or an ‘oversized bean bag’ or perhaps an extra large bag, the Fatboy  is the ideal size to make use of it for a power nap or to lounge with your family  or friends at the end of a long, hard day. The biggest advantage is that the bean bag could be configured in several ways and the easily wipeable fabric should wear well which does not get damaged by any accident and that is durability for you!

FATBOY The Original oversized Beanbag – Product Specifications

Beliani, specialists in furniture for your garden, living room, conservatory and terrace offer a wide range of stylish designer beds, sofas and bean bags that are easy to clean and maintain. Their bean bags are sure to add a touch of holiday feeling to your home and garden, whilst the weatherproof construction of the bean bag chairs means that they are easy to look after. Therefore, if you are looking for a bean bag that will suit almost all your needs and which is quite simple to maintain, continue reading the review to find what the bean bags from Beliani could offer you in terms of comfort and value.

Design features:

The Beliani 140cm x 180cm Large Bean Bag makes a perfect place to recline or sit, no matter you are indoors or outdoors. Whether on your terrace, balcony, at the beach or in your garden, the outdoor model of the Beliani Bean Bag can simply transfer the living-room outside and this means you can enjoy the fresh breeze and summer sun. To begin with, the outer cover of the bean bag is made of 420 denier nylon canvas and perhaps the best choice of material considering that it is completely watertight and durable in nature. The material can last several years of use whether you use indoors or outdoors, without any problem. The bean bag too is generously sized in a gigantic XXL size (140cm x 180cm) and this spells total comfort responding well to the contours of your body. The bean bag can also be formed at will.

Double Safety Fastener:

You can remove the outer cover of the bean bag easily, replace it and throw it into the washing machine when necessary. There is a fastener that is secured by a hidden zip that is nicely backed by a solid Velcro fastener. This means that the inner sack is practically child proof and helps keep you mind totally at ease while your child is snuggled up on the bean bag. You can also change the outer cover of the bean bag by simply replacing it with a new cover.

Filling material:

The Beliani bean bag bed is filled with fire-retardant polystyrene balls. The bean bag can mould itself quite well to the shape of your body due to the filling. Polystyrene is also a durable material that could prevent the bean bag filling from sinking further downwards and stomping together giving the user lasting volume stability. The filling of the bean bag provides the ergonomics and comfort level of a water bed and gives you a stunningly comfortable couch.

Inner Bag:

The filing material is free from any type of harmful substances and undoubtedly is of the highest quality. The material is suitably protected by an inner bag. The inner sack comes with a zip that helps you adjust the amount of filling as much as you need. The good thing is that the bean bag is duly manufactured according to Swiss quality standards, which is an indication of high quality.

Available colours:

This bean bag is designed in a wide assortment of colours including black, brown, pink, gold, green, cream,  silver, dark blue, light blue, red, blue and two strikingly attractive designs namely cow and flower patterns.

Guarantee details:

The manufacturer offers a guarantee of 2 years for the product which can be extended up to a period of 5 years against additional charges.

Conclusion:

Affordably priced, the huge, lightweight bean bag in gorgeously bright and vibrant colours should be perfect for watching TV, gaming or just chilling outdoors. Customer reviews have also hinted that the customer support and service of the manufacturer has been top-class throughout.

Beliani Large Cushion Bean Bags (140cm x 180cm) – Product Specification Table