Bean Bag Care & Safety Information
A little care goes a long way towards keeping your Aussie Outdoor bean bags looking great and ready for relaxing.
Please read this guide before filling or using your bean bag. Always follow the care instructions, safety warnings and labels supplied with your particular product.
WHAT'S INCLUDED WITH YOUR BEAN BAG?
Our bean bag products are supplied as covers only, unless otherwise stated on the individual product page or selected product option.
β Bean Bag Cover Only: Outer cover supplied without filling or a separate inner liner.
β Bean Bag Cover + Mesh Inner Liner: Outer cover and compatible mesh liner supplied together, without filling.
Bean bag filling is purchased separately. Our covers are not inflatable.
Some products feature an integrated mesh drainage section or filling chute. This is part of the cover's construction and should not be confused with a separate, removable inner liner.
WHY WE RECOMMEND A MESH INNER LINER
A correctly sized breathable mesh inner liner is a practical addition to your bean bag, especially for our floating range.
An inner liner can help:
β Keep loose bean filling contained.
β Make filling and removing the outer cover easier.
β Simplify cleaning and maintenance.
β Allow water to pass through the mesh when draining a floating bean bag.
For floating bean bags, breathable mesh allows water and air to pass through, assisting drainage when the bean bag is removed from the pool.
Please note: An inner liner does not waterproof the outer cover or make a poolside-only bean bag suitable for floating. Only use products in water when they are specifically designed for floating.
FILLING YOUR BEAN BAG
For the best comfort and shape, always follow the recommended filling quantity shown on your individual product page.
Use clean, dry EPS polystyrene bean filling or another filling expressly suitable for your product. Do not use sponge-like filler for outdoor use.
Avoid overfilling. Bean bags need room for the filling to move and adjust to your body. Excessive filling can place unnecessary pressure on the fabric, seams and zips.
When filling:
β Work in a clean, dry area away from children and pets.
β If using a separate liner, place it inside the outer cover before filling.
β Fill gradually, adjusting the amount to achieve the recommended shape and comfort.
β Close and securely fasten all filling-access openings before use.
β Clean up loose filling immediately.
Never fill your bean bag with sand, soil, gravel, stones, water or other unsuitable materials.
Keep children and pets away from loose bean bag filling. To secure your bean bag, close the zip fully and ensure the zipper head is secured in its designated child-resistant position i.e. Push the zip head into the end of the closed beanbag. Never attach an object to the zip for easier access. If necessary use a paperclip or small tool to reopen the zipper, and keep the tool away from children.
EVERYDAY OUTDOOR CARE
Our outdoor bean bags are made for enjoying relaxed outdoor living. A few simple habits will help maintain their appearance and condition.
Cleaning
β Brush away loose dirt and leaves.
β Wipe marks and spills promptly using a soft cloth, mild soap and water, where suitable for the fabric.
β Test cleaning products on an inconspicuous area first.
β Avoid bleach, solvents, harsh chemicals and abrasive cleaning tools.
β Follow the sewn-in care label for washing and drying instructions.
Looking after your bean bag
β Avoid dragging it across rough or abrasive surfaces.
β Keep it away from sharp objects and excessive weight.
β Avoid standing, jumping or climbing on your bean bag.
β Store it undercover in a clean, dry, ventilated area when not in use.
Weather-resistant doesn't mean completely waterproof.
Outdoor fabrics are designed to handle appropriate outdoor conditions, but moisture can enter through seams, zips and other openings. Extended exposure to heavy rain, intense sunlight, chlorine, saltwater or standing water may affect the fabric over time.
Storing your bean bag undercover between uses, particularly during prolonged wet weather, is a simple way to help preserve its appearance and extend its useful life.
DRAINAGE & DRYING
If your bean bag becomes wet, allow sufficient time for moisture to drain and dry before storage.
For floating bean bags:
β Remove the bean bag from the pool after use. It can become heavy with prolonged water exposure.
β Allow excess water to drain before carrying or storing it.
β Avoid lifting a heavily waterlogged bean bag if the additional weight could strain the fabric or seams.
β Rinse away pool chemicals with fresh water when appropriate for the product's care instructions.
β Allow the cover, liner and filling to dry thoroughly before storage. Where suitable, drape the bean bag over a clean, smooth, sturdy surface to assist drainage and drying.
Do not store a damp bean bag in a confined or unventilated space. Trapped moisture can lead to unpleasant odours, mould or deterioration.
POOLSIDE & FLOATING BEAN BAGS
Aussie Outdoor offers both poolside seating and selected floating bean bags.
Floating Bean Bags
Our Big Chill Floating Lounger, Big Bertha XXL Floating Bean Bag and Mykonos Large Floating Bean Bag are designed for relaxing on the surface of suitable swimming pool water.
For the best experience:
β Follow the filling and use instructions for your specific floating bean bag.
β Use a correctly sized breathable mesh liner where recommended.
β Keep the bean bag on the water's surface. Do not deliberately submerge it or push it underwater.
β Remove it from the pool after use and allow it to drain and dry appropriately.
Poolside-Only Bean Bags
Our non-floating bean bags, including the Mykonos Teardrop and Hamptons Teardrop ranges, are designed for outdoor seating beside the pool, on patios, decks and other suitable areas.
These products must not be used as floating devices or placed in swimming pools.
IMPORTANT WATER SAFETY
Floating bean bags are recreational lounging products. They are not personal flotation devices, lifesaving equipment or substitutes for appropriate swimming safety measures.
For safe enjoyment:
β Always supervise children and anyone who may require assistance in or around water.
β Never rely on a bean bag to support a non-swimmer or prevent drowning.
β Do not stand, dive, jump, climb or engage in rough play on a floating bean bag.
β Do not tow, tether or attach the bean bag to other objects.
β Never use floating bean bags in oceans, rivers, lakes, surf, moving water or other open waterways.
β Remove floating bean bags from the pool when not in use. Drain and dry thoroughly, then store undercover.
Always follow normal pool safety rules and provide appropriate supervision.
IMPORTANT BEAN BAG SAFETY WARNING
WARNING: Children can suffocate if bean bag filling is swallowed or inhaled. Do not let children climb inside this bean bag. A bean bag is not a safe sleeping surface for an infant under 12 months of age.
To help keep everyone safe:
β Keep loose filling, empty covers and liners away from young children.
β Never allow anyone to climb inside a bean bag cover or inner liner.
β Never place a baby or infant on a bean bag as a sleeping surface.
β Supervise children and people requiring assistance when using bean bags.
β Keep bean bags away from open flames, heaters, cigarettes, barbecues and other heat sources.
β Regularly check the fabric, seams, safety labels, liners and filling-access fasteners.
Discontinue use if damage or deterioration could compromise the bean bag's safety.
A FINAL NOTE ON CARE & SAFETY
Every Aussie Outdoor bean bag is a little different, so please refer to the individual product description for guidance specific to your purchase.
Following the recommended filling, use, cleaning and storage instructions helps maintain your bean bag's comfort, appearance and condition.
This information is intended to support safe use and product care. It does not limit or exclude any rights you may have under the Australian Consumer Law.