Ergonomics in garden furniture design. The main aspects and purchase recommendations

First, let’s define the concept of ergonomics. 

• Ergonomics is the science that studies how people interact with their work and living environments to improve comfort, efficiency and health. In the context of furniture, ergonomics determines how furniture can support natural body movements and postures, reducing the negative impact on muscles and joints.
  The ergonomic parameters of different pieces of furniture include several key aspects such as tilt angle, softness parameters, height, width and others. It is important to consider these parameters when choosing furniture to ensure optimal comfort and support for your body. Let’s take a look at the most important ergonomic parameters for an armchair, sofa, chair, table and bed: Here are some important ergonomic aspects to consider:
• Materials: Choose materials that are resistant to weather conditions such as rain, sun, wind and cold. Rattan, aluminum, stainless steel and powder-coated metals are very popular in garden design. Modern technology makes it possible to produce special fabrics for outdoor furniture. They do not fade in the sun, are resistant to mildew, can have water-repellent properties, are durable and pleasant to the touch. This is an example of fabrics made using acrylic dye solution technology. BrightYards has selected these fabrics. Hypoallergenic materials: If you have allergies, it is important to choose hypoallergenic materials. 
• Softness and support: We will consider this parameter in detail using the example of such furniture units as an armchair, a sofa chair, a bed. 
• Armchair: The softness of the seat: Comfortable, but not too soft a seat to provide support and comfort. Lumbar support: An important parameter to ensure proper support for the intended area. Optimal backrest angle: Most ergonomic chairs have a backrest that tilts backwards between 90-120 degrees.
• Sofa: Seat softness: Provides a comfortable feel without being too soft. Back support: A comfortable backrest that maintains proper posture. Optimal angle: Typically between 100 and 110 degrees for optimal comfort. 
• Chair: The optimum angle of the backrest: Usually more upright than an armchair to maintain proper posture. Seat Softness: A comfortable seat without being too soft. Back support: A backrest that provides adequate support for the lower back. Proper Height and Width: Medium height for easy standing and sitting. Garden chairs and lawn chairs are rarely adjustable, so an average chair height is usually determined to be comfortable for most consumers. Seat width: Enough room to sit comfortably. For sofas, enough room for two or more people to sit comfortably.
• Bed: Mattress: Choose a mattress that provides comfort and support for your body while you sleep.  For outdoor furniture, it is also important to consider the type of filling. We recommend choosing fast-drying fills that are easily allow moisture to pass through and dry quickly. Headrest: If you use a headrest, make sure it provides adequate support for your neck and head. Appropriate size: Choose a bed size that gives you enough room to rest comfortably. Bed Construction: Make sure the bed is sturdy and stable. We would like to draw your attention to the Y.Cocoon outdoor bed from BrightYards. We designed it with all of the above in mind.