Bean bags are one of the best pieces of furniture. They are pleasing to the eye and have a plethora of functions. So, when the bean bag starts to go flat and lose its fluff, it is important to know how to restore its fluffiness. There are multiple ways to restore fluffiness, and some are easy while some require a lot of effort. Some cost little to no money, while other ways may require you to dig deep in your pocket. Here are four ways to restore the bean bag’s fluffiness.
Refill With Packing Peanuts
Some bean bags lose their fluff in a matter of months, so it is important to know how to restore them if you value your bean bag. Sumo bean bags tend to last longer than average. This method of restoration is not too expensive, although it will still require some purchases unless you have bags of packing peanuts lying around. Depending on what is already inside of the bag, some material may have to be removed. If the bean bag is already filled with packing peanuts or a material similar, you will not have to remove anything from the bag.
If the bean bag was previously filled with something like sand or rice, you may want to remove those materials, as it will not be too comfortable sitting on them. Most bean bags come with zippers that allow them to be opened and closed. Although not all of the zippers make it easy to open, there are a few tricks to open them.
Often, the bean bag zipper will not offer anything to pull on. Placing a string through the zipper hole will provide you with something to tug on when trying to open the bean bag. Another reliable option is bending a paperclip and placing that through the hole for leverage. Once you get the bean bag open, simply remove whatever’s inside and replace it with your packing peanuts. Packing peanuts are available for online orders and can also be found in stores such as Walmart and Office Depot. Checking to see what kind of material is inside of your bean bag before purchasing packing peanuts will be beneficial. This helps as it will help you decide how much material you need to buy.
Purchasing a New Bean Bag
Sometimes, bean bags are beyond the point where they can be restored. Because bean bag refills are quite simple, a bean bag must be very beat up to get to the point where it can no longer be fixed. No matter how much a refill is missing, a bean bag can still be fixed. It is not the inside of the bean bag that prevents it from restoration, it is the outside. If a bean bag exterior has rips or tears, it is past the point of restoration.
Bean bags will rip to the point the filling starts to fall out. If this happens, it is best to purchase a new bean bag. If you do not want to buy a new bean bag, there are a few alternatives that can fix the bean bag well enough for use but not make it like new. If the bean bag is ripped, there are materials you can patch it with to prevent spillage. Materials include sheets and different kinds of cloth. Placing a sheet around the bag and pulling it tight will prevent spillage and be somewhat pleasing to the eye. You can also cut out a piece of sheet or cloth to place over the rip. This will not look as good as wrapping the bean bag in a whole sheet.
Depending on the color of the bean bag, you will want to cut out a piece similar or the same in color. Although it will not look perfect, it is an easy procedure and will still look decently appealing. If you do not like the idea of a different square of color on your bean bag or a sheet over the bean bag, the best long-term solution is to purchase a new bean bag. The purchase of a new bean bag ensures peak comfort and style.
Stuff With Bags
This step is very similar to packing peanuts, except you’re using plastic bags instead. Depending on what kind of person you are, this step can be perfect. Many people save plastic bags for different situations. If you find yourself with a plethora of leftover plastic bags, put them to good use. The process is the same as used for packing peanuts. Unzip the bean bag and fill it up with plastic bags. This is a great step to save money and time.
If you do not have leftover bags, and still want to use them for your beanbag, you can purchase them online or in the store. The thing you need to remember about purchasing plastic bags is that you will need a lot more than you think. The bags squish together, so you will need to buy a lot of them. This step is great, as nobody can see the bags but they can feel the comfort they provide.
Refill With Previous Material
Not all bean bags are filled with the same things. Different companies and different makers construct bean bags in different ways. The most common fillings for bean bags are sand, packing peanuts, or rice. If you notice your bean bag starting to go flat, you can use the same process from steps one and three with different materials. Contact the company you purchased the bean bag from and ask if you can buy more of the material they use. Most bean bag companies have this option. If the company you bought it from does not offer this, use the first three steps.
There are several ways to replenish your flat bean bag. Using these steps will ensure success in replenishing a bean bag’s fluff. Make sure you handle your bean bag with care as to not damage it any further. The refilling of a bean bag can be sometimes difficult or awkward, but the results are worth it.
