Outdoor Bean Bags

Outdoor bean bags — made for outside

A bean bag no longer belongs only in the living room. On the terrace, in the garden, by the pool or on the balcony: the outdoor bean bag has established itself as a fixture in Swiss outdoor living. Not because it is a trend — but simply because it works. Comfort that needs no fixed spot, no assembling, no putting away after every use.

The range at livevibe.ch includes outdoor bean bags that have been developed specifically for outdoor use: with weather-resistant fabrics, UV-stable covers and waterproof materials that withstand the Swiss summer — and the occasional Swiss downpour — without taking any damage.

Why an outdoor bean bag needs to be weatherproof

Anyone who uses a regular indoor bean bag outside notices the difference after the first rainy week at the latest. Damp seams, faded colours, a fabric that stretches or swells: that is not a design failure but a material mismatch.

Real outdoor fabric is constructed differently. It is UV-resistant so that colours do not fade within a single season under summer sun. It is water-repellent or fully waterproof so that rain showers leave no lasting dampness. And it is finished in a way that allows easy wiping down even after many summer seasons — without any maintenance effort.

An outdoor bean bag for the garden or terrace is therefore not a simplified version of its indoor equivalent, but a standalone product with different requirements. Those requirements are precisely what the range at livevibe.ch puts first.

What size is right for your outdoor space?

The question of size presents itself differently with an outdoor bean bag than indoors. Outside there is more room — but also more location variables. A large outdoor bean bag on a generous terrace acts as a focal point and invites you to linger. On a smaller balcony or right by the pool, a more compact model is often the better choice as it is easier to reposition.

As a guide: for one person, smaller to medium-sized models work well. Anyone who wants to sit for two, half-lie or create a lazy lounging experience should opt for a large outdoor bean bag. Some models in the range are also designed for direct use in water — as a bean bag for the pool or lake.

The garden range and the outdoor lounge collection at livevibe.ch offer complementary furniture that pairs well with an outdoor bean bag.

Materials that matter outdoors

When buying a weatherproof bean bag it is worth paying attention to specific material properties — not just buzzwords like "outdoor-suitable":

• UV resistance: Colours and fabric fibres withstand sun exposure without fading or becoming brittle.
• Water repellency or waterproofing: Rain showers bead off; the bean bag dries quickly and shows no water marks.
• Easy cleaning: Dirt can be removed with a damp cloth — no soaking, no machine washing needed.
• Robust seams: Outdoor conditions stress seams more than indoors; quality stitching prevents filling from leaking.
• Breathability: Especially important for bean bags placed directly on grass or concrete — to prevent condensation from forming.

Check the material information on each model. For the outdoor bean bags at livevibe.ch you will find this directly on the product page.

Bean bag for the terrace or pool — what is the difference?

A bean bag for the terrace is primarily designed for weather resistance and comfort. A pool bean bag goes further: it needs to be able to float in water or at least get completely wet without the filling being damaged. Special EPS beads or alternative fillings are used for this, which do not absorb water. Such models are also suitable as floating loungers — a cross between an inflatable mattress and seating furniture.

The choice between a terrace bean bag and a pool bean bag depends on the primary location. Many customers opt for a model that can do both — robust enough for the terrace, water-ready enough for occasional pool use.

Not sure? Pop into the showroom

Photos show colours and shapes — but no photo replaces the feeling of actually trying a bean bag. At the showroom in Winterthur you can experience the models in person: gauge the size, feel the fabric, test the comfort. The team advises you personally — without any sales pressure, but with genuine product knowledge.

Also take a look at the indoor bean bag range if you are looking for a new favourite spot indoors too.