Hanging Egg Chair Buying Guide: Size, Style & Care
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Welcome to AbodeArc's hanging egg chair buying guide — because somewhere in the last few years, this piece went from a niche patio item to the thing everyone wants a photo of. And once you sit in one, really sink into the cocoon shape and feel it start to sway, it's easy to see why. But an egg chair is a real investment, not an impulse buy, so it's worth thirty seconds to figure out which one actually fits your space before you order.
How to Choose the Right Hanging Egg Chair: A Buying Guide Breakdown
Indoor or outdoor? Most hanging egg chairs, including ours, are built to handle both — a metal frame with weather-resistant PP rattan means the chair itself won't mind rain or sun. The part that actually needs protecting is the cushion. If yours will live outside full-time, plan on a cover (more on that below) rather than assuming the chair can just tough it out.
How much room do you actually have? A single hanging egg chair with its stand needs roughly a 4-foot by 3-foot footprint, plus swing clearance on at least one side — give it a little more room than you think, since the whole point is that it moves. If you're working with a tight balcony, measure twice before you fall in love with a double.
One seat or two? A single chair is the easier fit for most homes — bedroom corners, small patios, apartment balconies. A double egg chair is built for two people to actually lounge side by side, which means it needs real floor space and, usually, a spot that can take its weight without shifting.
What's it made of? Look for a sturdy metal frame under the weave, not just molded plastic — that's what keeps the chair from creaking or flexing when you sit down. Cushions matter just as much as the frame: thick, high-density padding holds its shape after months of use, while thin foam flattens out fast.
Cozy Hanging Egg Chair vs. Double Hanging Egg Chair
Here's how our two egg chairs stack up against each other, side by side — the two models at the center of this hanging egg chair buying guide:
| Cozy Hanging Egg Chair | Double Hanging Egg Chair | |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 1 person | 2 people |
| Dimensions | 38.6"W x 36.2"D x 76.8"H | Wider two-person frame with stand |
| Colors | Dark Grey, Light Grey, Coral Blue | Dark Grey, Light Green, Grey |
| Best for | Bedrooms, balconies, smaller patios | Bigger patios, couples, families who share |
| Price | From $169 | From $289 |
How to Protect Your Egg Chair From the Weather
If your egg chair lives outside, a cover isn't optional — it's the difference between cushions that look good for years and cushions that fade, mildew, or need replacing after one bad season. Our WeatherGuard Egg Chair Cover is built from 420D polyester with a PVC coating, which blocks rain, UV, dust, and frost year-round — and it comes in two sizes, so it's worth double-checking which one matches your chair before you order:
- Single Seat — 75" (L) x 45" (W), fits the standard Cozy Hanging Egg Chair
- Double Seat — 91" (L) x 80" (W), fits the Double Hanging Egg Chair
Come winter, if you've got the storage space, taking the cushions inside entirely is the safest bet — even the best cover is a second line of defense, not a replacement for keeping padding dry. If storage isn't an option, a properly fitted cover with the chair left in its stand will still get you through the season in much better shape than leaving it exposed.
Caring for Your Egg Chair Season to Season
A quick wipe-down of the frame every few weeks keeps dust and pollen from building up in the weave. For the cushions, spot-clean spills right away with a damp cloth and mild soap — letting stains sit is what actually causes long-term discoloration, not the sun. If cushions are removable, airing them out on a dry day helps them keep their loft instead of compressing flat.
Frequently Asked Questions
A few common questions that come up alongside this hanging egg chair buying guide:
Can I use a hanging egg chair indoors?
Yes — the metal frame and PP rattan weave are built for both indoor and outdoor use, so it works just as well as a reading nook in a bedroom or living room as it does on a patio.
How much weight can a hanging egg chair hold?
Check the specific product page for your chair's rated capacity before ordering, especially if you're considering a double seat for two adults — it's the one spec worth not guessing on.
Do I need a stand?
Our egg chairs ship as a complete set with the stand included, so there's no separate hardware or mounting to plan for — it's ready to sit in as soon as it's assembled.
Will the cushions fade in the sun?
All outdoor fabric fades eventually with constant direct sun exposure. A cover during off-hours and bringing cushions in in winter will slow that down significantly.
What's the difference between the single and double cover?
Size, mainly — the single fits the standard one-person chair at 75" x 45", and the double is sized up to 91" x 80" for the two-person model. Using the wrong size will leave gaps that let moisture in.
Whichever size you land on, the goal of this hanging egg chair buying guide is the same: help you find a spot that makes you want to put your phone down for twenty minutes. That's the whole appeal of a hanging egg chair — and with the right cover and a little care, it'll hold up to being that spot for years, not just one good summer.