Glossary of Bean Bags

Terms to know

Lounger bean bags - A Lounger bean bag, also called a "puck" or "pancake," is a circular bean bag filled with foam or beads. To properly enjoy a lounger bean bag, turn the bag on its side and "lounge" into it. Kids often like to flop on a flat, circular lounger.

Teardrop bean bags - A Teardrop bean bag is the perfect way to sit upright in comfort. Beads usually fill a teardrop-shaped bean bag resulting in a firmer sitting experience. To properly sit in a teardrop bean bag, flip it upside down, shake the beads into the pointed end, and flip right-side up. The teardrop bean bag is ideal for reading, watching TV or playing video games.

Standard fill bean bags - Standard Fill is traditionally used to fill both Lounger and Teardrop bean bags. This fill comes in many forms ranging from virgin polystyrene beads to recyclable polystyrene beads. Standard fill provides long lasting support for any size or shape of bean bag. Refills of Standard Fill are available to buy.

Foam fill bean bags - A newer bean bag material, foam fill consists of different types of shredded foam. This gives the bag a cushiony feel, molding to your body as you sit. Foam fill is usually found only in lounger bean bag chairs.

Vinyl bean bags - Also known as polyvinyl chloride, or PVC, vinyl is a flexible thermoplastic material. Durable and resilient, vinyl bean bag chairs are a breeze to clean. Simply take a damp cloth to wipe off any spills. A smart solution for kids and messy eaters.

Faux suede bean bags - Faux suede adds a touch of luxury to bean bag chairs. Chic in appearance yet easy to clean, this trendy material comes in numerous styles and colors. To protect a faux suede bean bag, spray it with fabric treatment to repel stains and dirt.

Leather bean bags - Leather, the most lavish of bean bag materials, is both durable and highly resistant to stains and everyday dirt. Just treat the bean bag with leather cleaner and conditioner to maintain its sleek luster.

Denim bean bags - As classic as your favorite pair of jeans, denim makes sturdy and comfortable bean bag material. Found in numerous patterns and washes, denim bean bag chairs work great for kids' rooms and rec rooms.

Hemp bean bags - Made from the fast-growing hemp plant in Romania, hemp's insulating qualities make a bean bag soothingly cool in summer and cozily warm in winter. Grown without pesticides, hemp is an organic alternative for bean bag chairs.

Faux fur bean bags - Faux Fur is a man-made polyester material commonly found in various animal prints. Similar to faux suede, faux fur's knap adds a lush and luxurious twist to bean bag chairs.

Velvet/velour bean bags - While velvet is the everyday term, most bean bags are made from velour. Velour is a polyester blend with a similar feel to velvet but not a similar cost. Only distinctive eyes can tell the difference between pricey velvet and affordable velour.  If you love the posh look of velvet but don't like the sky-high price, consider a velour bean bag.

Cotton bean bags - Cotton is one of the most natural, straightforward bean bag materials. Although less durable than other materials, you can find cotton bean bags in a huge variety of colors. To keep cotton fresh and clean, spray your bean bag with fabric treatment to fend off stains and dirt.

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