Christmas Shopping

It is that time of year again and the time to purchase gifts for those we love. In the online bean bag world, the time to buy is now. Waiting until December can make for very anxious moments and/or abject disappointment.

Our current order deadline to receive a bean bag chair in time for Christmas is December 4th. This date is subject to change based on demand and bean bag availability from the manufacturer.

To avoid disappointment, Order Now! Save Money, Enter Discount Code: SANTAJAXX

Jaxx Bean Bag Factory Tour - See Where the Bean Bags Are Made

Check out this video. Shows the factory where the Jaxx Bean Bags are made. Lots of technology used to create what is essentially a very simply product.

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All Jaxx Bean Bags are made in the USA. All of the foam used in the bean bags is upcycled from local furniture manufacturers. The foam is shredded on site and is saved from filling landfills. Not only that, they save on fuel and shipping costs by sourcing the materials locally.

In the interest of protecting the environment and improving upon sustainability, the shredded foam is compressed prior to shipping. This reduces the amount of packaging required as well as reduces the space taken up in the delivery vehicles, thereby reducing the overall impact on the environment.

With over 100 employees who are all shareholders, Jaxx Bean Bags is a company that produces a high quality bean bag and is also environmentally conscious. They do what they can to source raw materials from within North America and they hire sewing artisans in a sweat shop free environment.

Know where your products come from. Source locally made products and support companies that support our communities. Use your purchasing power to support made in North America products.

Last Weekend to Shop for Christmas in Canada

ComfyBeanBagChairs.com Gets a Brand New Design

Ever feel like you need a pick me up? We did so we have completely redesigned our site. We think we've made it easier to navigate and to find the products you love.

We'd love to hear what you think. Check it out at www.comfybeanbagchairs.com. Do you like the changes? Do you have any suggestions for improvement?

Let us know.

Up the Wow Factor - Denim & Jaxx Sacs, Like Peanut Butter & Chocolate!

Jaxx Sacs & Loungers are now available with Denim covers. But not just any old denim but Cone Denim, denim made in the United States since 1891.

Cone Denim has been in business since 1891 milling cotton into denim. The company is an innovator in technology in both the design of its denim but also in its manufacturing process. The following video shows a bit of the history of the denim making process as well as of the company.

It is so brilliant to be able to know the source of a product in this day and age. To know exactly where your bean bag chair comes from and that the company who makes the product believes in quality goes a long way towards increasing your confidence in the product.

The denim covers on the Jaxx Sacs are high quality and durable. They stand up very well over time and handle wear and tear very well. One of the great things about the denim bean bags is that the more you sit and relax, the better they get. The denim sacs get softer the more you lounge. It is like your favorite pair of jeans, they just get more comfortable over time.

In addition to be being made in the USA and super durable, Cone Denim is crazy cool. Jaxx Sacs in Cone Denim come with sturdy, exposed YKK zippers so they are more like your coolest blue jeans than you might think. They fit into your home easily but they also stand out as a showpiece. Your family room will be the most popular in the neighborhood!

Jaxx Cocoon Junior - So Nice to Lounge In.

Jaxx Cocoon Junior

Get more bang for your buck with the Jaxx Cocoon Jr. The bean bag chair can be molded into many different seating positions.

As a flat floor pillow you can lounge on the floor to play Lego, games, cars, puzzles, etc.

As a chair you can sit back and relax with good back support. Nice for reading, playing video games and hanging with friends.

As a lounger or cocoon you can snuggle and nap, watch a movie or just hang out.

What more can you ask of your bean bag chair?

The Great 4 Foot Jaxx Sac

The 4 Foot Jaxx Sac is one of my favourite bean bag chairs.

It is such a terrific size. It is small enough that is does not overwhelm your space, it fits in well with other furniture and it is really affordable.

It is large enough to allow you to curl up and get cozy and will support people of all sizes. Two small children and an adult can curl up and read a book, one tall person can stretch out and get lovely back support and if you're creative you can even fit two adults side by side.

The Jaxx 4 Foot Classic Saxx comes in three different fabrics - the soft and supple microsuede, bright and stylish poly cotton and the ultimate in cool, Cone Denim.

If you want more information on this or any other bean bag chair check out www.comfybeanbagchairs.com.

Bean Bag Chair for Christmas?

There is not a lot of time left to purchase a bean bag chair for Christmas.  In Canada, at ComfyBeanBagChairs.com you can order until December 10th and in the US at JazzyBeanBagChairs.com you can order until December 16th. Get your order in early so your kids are not disappointed.

Please note: Dates are subject to change depending on availability!

Modern Bean Bag Chairs vs. Classic Bean Bag Chairs

Stylish, Trendy but Most of All Comfortable - the Modern Bean Bag Chair.

The foam fill of the modern bean bag chairs takes your lounging experience above and beyond the ordinary.  The newer bean bags are no longer filled with beans or polystyrene beads; instead they are filled with shredded polyurethane foam. It is the filling that makes all the difference.  The shredded polyurethane foam is the same foam you find in your standard furniture cushions. The manufacture takes the off cuts from the furniture industry and grinds and shreds the foam until it is in small little pieces.

The shredded foam is soft and allows you to sink into it. Having said that, they are not so soft that you sink to the floor or that you cannot get up out of them again once you’re down.  The foam is soft and supportive:  it allows you to sink down but then it molds to your body and supports you in your favorite lounging position.  These bean bag chairs are actually relatively easy to get in and out of because of the supportive nature of the foam.
 

The greatest thing about these bean bags is sitting in them. Kids love them because they are enfolded and cocooned in the bean bag so it is like the chair is snuggling with them. They feel safe and secure and comfortable.
	Truly adults love them for the same reasons. When it is time to relax, you can really let go in your Jaxx bean bag.  As they come in so many sizes, you no longer have to lounge alone. You can curl up with the kids or your honey and read books, watch TV, snooze, etc.

Besides the fill of the modern bean bag chair, the next best thing would be their look.  Bean bag chairs come in all shapes and sizes and can really be chosen to suit your needs. Have a small space? Look to a smaller sized chair like the 3 Foot Jaxx Saxx – small enough to fit a small space but big enough to hold an adult.
	Have a media room and lots of teenagers? Look to the Jaxx Pillow Saxx, the 4 Foot Jaxx Saxx or the Jaxx Cocoon – all fit adults but offer various lounging options and there is room enough for 1, 2 or 3 people.

Updated, trendy fabrics ensure these bean bags fit with any décor. Soft and supple microsuede wears really well over time and is lovely to curl up in.


New Cone Denim makes the Jaxx bean bags stand out from the crowd. With an exposed YKK zipper, it is like having your favorite pair of jeans wrapped around the bean bag. The more you lounge, the more comfortable it gets.
Finally, the new twill adds colour and energy to any space. The exposed white zipper adds style and flash and really makes these bean bags stand out.


Finally, the modern bean bag chair is made to last. The foam fill lasts for years so you no longer have to worry about beads escaping and scattering across your house or having to find expensive refill to bring life back to your bean bag chair. When the foam compresses you just roll the chair around a bit and fluff it back up. No more messy, yucky covers, simply remove them and throw them in the wash. Good as new! Buying a bean bag chair today is really adding a piece of furniture to your home that will last for years, not something that you will throw away in 6 months.

What to Look for In a Bean Bag Chair

Bean bag chairs are generally not sold in retail stores, at least not the really good quality ones. For the most part, if you want to buy a bean bag chair you have to shop online and purchase sight unseen. This is a scary prospect as you are spending a fair amount of money on an untested product at an unknown website. Returns are a hassle and can be quite expensive.

So before making a purchase ask yourself the following questions to ensure you end up with a bean bag chair that is going to work for you and your family.

• Does the bean bag chair come with a warranty?Does the manufacturer stand behind the quality of the bean bag chair? There are bean bags on the market with no warranties, 30 day, 1 year, 3 year, 5 year and lifetime warranties.


• Does the bean bag chair come with a removable, washable cover? Further to that, can you actually get the cover off the bean bag? If you have a removable cover but cannot get it off the chair it doesn’t do you a lot of good.


• What is the bean bag chair filled with?Polystyrene bead fill is great as they make the chair light and easy to move around; however, they break down over time and you have to refill your bean bag. This can be quite costly and it is not always easy to find polystyrene beads in Canada at a good price. Polyurethane foam fill is great because it is super soft and comfy and it never breaks down so your bean bag never needs to be refilled. It is heavier though which can make moving the chair around more difficult.


• Is the bean bag chair constructed of high quality materials?Check out the quality of the materials that the bean bag is made from. Request swatch samples; make sure that you are satisfied with the durability of the fabric. Upholstery or furniture grade fabrics are the best because they are going to stand the test of time and they are soft and supple. They are more likely to stand up to wear and tear and to look nice in your home for many years.


• Is the bean bag big enough?Choosing the right sized chair can be a challenge, especially as the dimensions are often given in a range of units. If you only have circumference to go by, phone or email the company and get length, width and height. Circumference is not a useful measurement for determining if the bean bag chair is going to work for you. The biggest factor when determining size is the person’s height (and weight). The taller you are the bigger bean bag you need to get the most support and comfortable seating position. This is true for kids as well – age is not always a good determining factor for choosing a bean bag.


• Is the bean bag comfortable?The most important thing in the end is that you like sitting and lounging in your bean bag chair. Look at the size and shape of the bean bag and try to match one to how you want to use it. If you like gaming, you want a chair that will support a more upright seating position. If you like to snuggle and watch movies, you want a bean bag chair or lounger that will support your whole body. Also, check your living space ahead of time and ensure that the chair you buy will fit the space you have.


• Is the Bean Bag Chair Safe for Your Home?What is the bean bag made up of? What is it filled with? Does the manufacturer comply with California Technical Bulletin 117? Is the fill carcinogenic and will it off gas chemicals into your home? These are important considerations when purchasing any furniture for your home. Find a safe bean bag from a manufacturer that cares about your health and the environment.


• Does the company you are buying it from respond to your queries?If you are unsure about what you are buying, phone or email the company. They should respond in a timely manner. Ask questions; be sure about what you are ordering.

Why Should You Want a Bean Bag Chair?

Bean bag chairs have come a long way since they were first created back in the 1960’s. Originally filled with hard beans, then polystyrene (Styrofoam) beads, bean bag chairs were either too firm or too shifty. Somehow, we still managed to fall in love with them. The modern bean bags are filled with shredded polyurethane foam, creating a bean bag that is super comfortable and supportive.

There are many advantages to today’s bean bag chair. They come in many sizes from ottomans up to loveseats and sofas. The shredded foam fill makes it possible to have a very large chair that never requires refilling and that will last for years and years. No more messy polystyrene beads leaking throughout your house, no more need to add fill when your chair goes flat. Instead the foam provides a soft, yet supportive nest designed with your relaxation in mind.

The newly designed bean bag chairs provide for great supportive seating. They stand out in your home as the most comfortable place to lounge. Guests, kids and the family pets will compete to sit on your bean bag chair. You can choose from fixed-seating style bean bags that are chair-like and provide a good amount of back support. Or you can choose from the more mold able options where you can shape the chair to suit your varied relaxing needs – gaming, reading, sleeping, or watching TV.

As bean bags come in a huge variety of sizes, you can choose a chair that best meets your space. You can select a few different sizes to suit the needs of your family. If space is an issue, bean bags are easy to store away and can be pulled out only when needed. Some of the “disc-shaped” chairs can lean up against a wall so they are out of the way unless needed. They really are a great seating alternative to traditional furniture. You get all the comfort with extra convenience added in.

Finally, bean bag chairs are much less expensive than traditional furniture. Today’s high quality bean bag chairs and loungers are made with furniture grade foam and upholstery grade covers. When you purchase one of these modern bean bag chairs it is made out of the same fabric and foam as a traditional sofa, only you are paying a fraction of the cost. Bean bags are ideal for media rooms where you want a comfy place to lounge but do not want to break the bank. As bean bag chairs can be used for many different purposes – extra beds for guests, kid’s sleepovers, dog beds, snuggling, reading, playing video games and more – you are not just buying furniture, you are purchasing an experience, one that will last for many years.

How to Assemble Your Jaxx Sac

Jaxx Sacs and Jaxx Loungers are terrific chairs, they offer supreme comfort for lounging, watching movies or snuggling. When they arrive, however, the jaxx sacs come unassembled.

They come unassembled purposefully to make it affordable to ship the chairs. This means that you have to put the chair together once it arrives. Everything you need to assemble the chair is included in the shipment so once you watch the following video you will be an expert at jaxx assembly!

Click on the following video to view how to assemble the jaxx sacs and loungers. Press play to start the video. Depending on your connection speek, the video may take a moment to load.

Answers to a Few of the Most Frequently Asked Questions about Bean Bag Chairs

Every day I have customers phoning to ask about bean bag chairs. Here are a few of the most common questions with answers to help guide your purchase of a bean bag chair. It is important to ask questions and find out all you can before you make a purchase so that when you get the chair home, it is all that you hoped it would be.

What is a Removable Cover and Do I Need One?

A removable cover is a cover that comes on top of the bean bag chair. The cover can be taken off of the bean bag chair. This is great because bean bag chairs sit on the floor and by their very nature get dirty. Having a removable cover means that you can remove the cover, throw it in the wash and your chair is as good as new. The other advantage to having a removable cover is that you can purchase additional covers and interchange them depending on your mood and your style.

Should you choose a bean bag chair with a removable cover? If you are purchasing the bean bag chair for a child or it will be used in a family room around food and drink a removable cover is a very good idea. If the bean bag chair will be in a bedroom, rarely used with food, or used primarily by adults, a removable cover is nice but not really necessary.

What is a Waterproof Liner and Do I Need One?

A waterproof liner is a special liner used in place of the typical cotton twill liner. The waterproof liner is made of a special fabric that either resists water penetration or completely blocks it. A waterproof liner is really useful in very specific situations: for therapeutic reasons, for people with disabilities or for long term care homes. In general though, a waterproof liner is not necessary.

The special fabric has a very tight weave and does not let air through easily. This means it takes a few minutes for the chair to be comfortable when you first sit down. For the average bean bag chair user, a waterproof liner will not be needed but for those with special circumstances, a good waterproof liner can be super effective and can make your chair last much longer.

How Do I Know Which Size Bean Bag Chair Is Right For Me?

Picking the right sized bean bag chair over the Internet can be a bit of a challenge because you do not get to try them out. Here are a few guidelines to follow to help you make the best choice.

Go by weight. A child sized chair (circumference of approximately 100 inches or 2 ft x 2 ft) will generally support a child 50 – 60 pounds or less. Older children and teenagers tend to prefer a mid-sized adult bean bag chair to a kid’s sized bean bag chair (approximate size 2.5ft x 2.5ft). Adult sized chairs support any weight but if you are a larger person a larger chair will suit you better (approximate size – greater than 3 ft).

Go by height. The best determinant of the perfect bean bag chair is height. If you are less than 5’5” a small to medium sized chair is going to work well, something 3 ft tall and around 3 ft to 4 ft wide. If you are over 5’5”, you’re best to look at a chair that is over 3 ft tall and at least 4 ft wide.

Go by shape. The round barrel shaped chairs are great for all ages and sizes. They provide great lounging comfort but do not provide much in the way of back and neck support when sitting up. The pear-shaped chairs are also great for all ages and sizes. They too provide great lounging comfort but due their shape are more chair-like and offer great back and neck support.

What Fabric Should I Choose?

Choosing the right fabric for your bean bag chair can be tough. The most obvious factor is to think of the color you want and then find the fabric that best matches. If you have more than one choice, think of how and where the bean bag chair will be used. If the chair will be in a high profile location in your home and you want it to blend in, choose a fabric that most closely matches the furniture in the room. Request fabric swatches for any fabrics you are interested in and then you know for sure what you are getting.

The other factor to consider is use and durability. If the bean bag chair will be used regularly choose a durable fabric that will stand up to wear and tear and can be washed easily. For instance, the new microfiber fabrics are lovely and soft and stand up well over time. In addition, they are washable and dryable. Cotton twill is a terrific fabric because it is soft and comfy to sit on and easy to maintain. Fabrics like the fuzzy fur are super popular with children but they do not last quite as long because the fur packs down and loses some of its furriness. Denim and corduroy are great because they soften over time and they are easy to spot clean.

What is the difference between foam filler and polystyrene bead filler?

Bean bag chair filling has changed over the years; originally they were filled with beans, then polystyrene beads and most recently, polyurethane foam. There is a lot of confusion over which filling is the best, which is the most comfortable and which is the most durable.

Polystyrene beads are the most familiar as they have been around for so long. They are shifty, comfy and are what make the bean bag chair unique. They compress while you sit on them but spring back to their original shape when you get up. It is the shifty, resiliency, and silliness of the polystyrene beads that makes bean bag chairs so fun. Polystyrene beads should last a few years depending on use, but they do eventually break down and require replacement. The fact that they break down inside the chair and require replacement is a good thing because polystyrene is not recyclable. Having it break down over time makes it much more environmentally friendly.

Polyurethane foam is the newest bean bag chair filler. In fact, there is a whole new set of names for the foam filled chairs including foof chair, fuf chair, love sac, jaxx sacs, etc. The foam filler is made up of small chunks of high density foam. The foam provides a lot of support, is super soft and can be poofed up over and over again. Foam may last longer than polystyrene beads because it doesn’t break down the same way. It does, however, stiffen up and become more firm over time. Eventually, replacement is necessary.

How Do I Choose Between Polystyrene Beads and Foam Filler?

First, think of the shape of chair you would prefer. Foam filled chairs tend to be round or barrel-shaped, acting more as loungers, providing slightly less back support. Polystyrene bead filled chairs come in all shapes but tend to be more chair-like or pear-shaped, providing more back support.

Second, think of the size of chair you would prefer. Foam filled chairs come in all sizes from super small to super large. Polystyrene bead filled chairs range from super small to mid-sized. You can find large polystyrene bead filled chairs but they are relatively rare and tend to be quite expensive.

Third, think of how you will use the chair. If the chair is to be used for reading, sitting up playing games or anything upright a pear-shaped chair is going to be the best solution. If you are planning on lounging, watching TV or just prefer being horizontal, the round foam filled chairs will be ideal.

Fourth, think of what you want to pay. In general, foam filled chairs tend to be slightly less expensive than polystyrene bead filled chairs. Part of the reason for this is foam is much less expensive to ship so is cheaper overall. Also, foam chunks are the waste materials from furniture production so are less expensive to source out.

The only argument against polystyrene beads is their shiftiness. You constantly have to get up and reposition the chair so that you are supported by the beads. The only argument against foam filler is that it can feel hard. After sitting on foam for awhile, it compresses and loses its softness. To regain the softness, you have to get up and toss the chair around. Either way you are getting up to reposition the chair.

Maybe the best of both worlds is choosing a combination of both foam filling and polystyrene bead filling. A couple of companies sell a mixture of foam chunks and polystyrene beads. It is called Royal Mix or Superfill. With the combination of the two fill types you get the best chair – it has the supportiveness of the foam and the shiftiness of the beads. The combined fill makes the perfect bean bag chair: supportive, soft, comfy and cozy.

In the end, the filler makes the chair. Choose the type of fill that best matches your lifestyle. Some people love the shiftiness of the polystyrene beads while others love the support of the foam. The final decision comes down to personal preference and what best matches your needs.

Jaxx Sac Versus Fuf Chair? Is There a Difference?

Jaxx Sacs and Fuf Chairs are the new wave in bean bag chair technology, if that isn’t an oxymoron! Both are foam filled chairs that provide super comfortable lounging experiences. Both are made in the USA. Both come in a wide range of sizes from small to huge. Both offer removable covers and a round-barrel shape. If you had two inner bags, one a jaxx sac and one a fuf chair, you would likely not be able to tell them apart. There are however, many differences between the two chairs

Fuf or Foof Chairs are made by a company called Comfort Research. The founders created the fuf chair out of an old bean bag chair and some scrap furniture foam. They dubbed it the “foof” chair and a whole new design was created. They became instantly popular because they were so comfortable and affordable.

Jaxx Sacs are a newer release in the marketplace from a company called Foamlabs. Foamlabs produces furniture and mattresses and had so much scrap foam left over, they decided to make foam-filled sacs and call them Jaxx Sacs. They make use of the excess foam and because it is furniture grade foam, their chairs are a high quality product.

Foof chairs come in a wide range of fabrics; you pay more based on the fabric you prefer. You can also pay to have a removable cover which can be removed and washed periodically. Generally I would recommend a removable cover but the covers on the fuf chairs are quite hard to get on and off so you might be better to save your money.

Jaxx Sacs come with a removable, washable cover made with microfiber. The microfiber covers stand up well to wear and tear and zip on and off relatively easily for washing. The different types of microfiber enable you to choose a fabric texture that best suits your décor. The great thing about these fabrics is how luxurious they feel. Now when you add a jaxx sac or jaxx lounger to your home it will not stick out like a sore thumb but blend it and become part of the overall design scheme.

Both chairs have a round barrel shape. The jaxx sacs come in 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet or 6 feet diameters. They are all 3 feet tall. The fuf chairs have a few more sizes available in the smaller sizes and they also vary in height. The round, barrel shape comes in 2.5 feet, 3 feet, 3.5 feet, 4 feet, and 4.5 feet. They then change shape to an oblong loveseat shape, in 6 or 7 feet lengths, perfect for two. Foamlabs also has a line of loungers called the jaxx loungers. They are 3 feet wide and tall and can be 5 feet, 6 feet or 7.5 feet long. They are great loveseats for snuggling.

Upon delivery, both chairs require some time to reach their full potential. They come shrink wrapped and compressed to make the shipping cost bearable. When you take the fuf chairs out of their box, they come ready assembled. All you have to do is wait for the foam to fill with air and poof up. After a couple of days the chair will be super comfy. The jaxx sacs and loungers require assembly. The come with instructions to insert the foam into the chair and then put the cover on. The foam can be a bit messy but once the chair is together and the foam filled with air, the chair is terrific for lounging.

Price wise the two chairs are relatively comparable except that you pay more for a removable cover for the fuf chairs which comes included in the jaxx sac. With the fuf chair you have the convenience of having the chair all put together when it arrives but the inconvenience of having to fight to get the cover on and off. The jaxx sacs require assembly but the covers are designed to come on and off relatively easily so clean up is easier. You don’t have to worry about eating and drinking while lounging because you know you can throw the cover in the wash.

The two chairs are both filled with small chunks of furniture grade foam. They are both a high quality chair made by quality companies. The fabric selection for the fuf chairs is fun and colorful whereas the fabrics for the jaxx sacs are luxurious and stylish. Deciding which chair is best for you depends on who is going to use it, where it is going to be used and what it is going to be used for. For instance, if you are purchasing the chair for a small child’s bedroom, the smaller foof chairs in cotton twill would be great. If you are purchasing for a family room or a living room, the larger jaxx sacs in a lovely microfiber might fit your décor better. Whichever one you choose, you cannot go wrong with one of these terrific chairs.