IKEA's Outdoor Lounge Chairs Are Putting A Cozy, Rustic Twist On Backyard Design

If you're trying to create a rustic feel for your backyard's design, then you already know finding the perfect balance between look and feel can be difficult to strike. While there are a lot of great lounge chairs on the market, finding one that fits your budget adds another challenge to the search for the perfect product. IKEA is known and loved for its generally affordable Scandinavian furniture and homewares, and a look into their wooden lounge chairs may improve your backyard and patio appeal.

At first glance, IKEA's NÄMMARÖ lounge chairs are simple in their design, with clean lines crafted from naturally beautiful hardwood. They come in both a larger stationary NÄMMARÖ lounge chair ($95), ideal for a permanent fixture on your patio, or in a folding model, the NÄMMARÖ reclining chair ($70), that can be compactly stored between uses. Both of these chairs are reasonably priced, but parting with your hard-earned money is rarely easy to do. Before purchasing these lounge chairs for your outdoor living space, it's important to take a deeper look at the products' specifications, examine customer reviews (both positive and negative), and content from buyers who have bought and integrated these chairs into their own homes. By taking a well-rounded approach to examining these products, you can more confidently decide if these chairs suit your needs. While you're optimizing your backyard or patio furniture, you can also elevate your style with IKEA's LUNGÖN outdoor privacy panels.

The rustic NÄMMARÖ lounge chair is highly rated (scoring a 4.7-star average) and is made from acacia, a sustainable wood material you'll want to use everywhere in your home. The chair is pretreated to help protect the wood from the elements it'll be exposed to during its time outdoors. Customers who have purchased the stationary lounge chair compliment the appearance, product quality, and value for the cost. A common tone echoed by reviews on the IKEA site are that the chairs are very comfortable, have a modern appeal, and a sturdy feel. 

If you're thinking that the NÄMMARÖ is going to be a maintenance-free addition to your patio, however, think again. This outdoor chair features an acrylic stain, which provides some degree of protection, but the finish will need to be sanded down and re-stained when it begins to wear out. This maintenance task could occur twice a year, according to the product information. Despite the NÄMMARÖ lounge chair being sold as outdoor furniture, its care instructions specifically denote it should not be left out in rain or snow for extended periods of time. To keep it in tip-top shape, you'll need to move it into a cool and dry location during inclement times of the year (or purchase weather-proof covers), as well as wipe it down with a dry cloth after being exposed to moisture. Should all of this upkeep sounds too daunting, it might be worth investigating a different material, such as rust-resistant patio furniture, which is great for the outdoors.

For individuals desiring a piece that can be stored more compactly, the NÄMMARÖ reclining chair is a good choice. It has similar reviews to the larger lounge chair, however, there is a larger pool of mixed reviews for this model. One customer complains that the chairs only lasted several years before breaking, while another writes that they just don't feel as sturdy as other IKEA chairs. Despite the presence of some critical reviews, the reclining chair still maintains a 4.7-star average.

Beyond their reviews on IKEA's website, the NÄMMARÖ reclining chair is popular TikTok and Instagram. One TikTok creator, @dyakks, showcases how he assembles the folding version of the chair, which appears to be a fairly seamless process so long as you organize your parts in advance. Instagram influencer @sincerestoryteller gives a brief tour of her charming outdoor balcony, which features two of the folding NÄMMARÖ chairs. In her video description, she gives her stamp of approval, mentioning the lounge chairs are sturdy in addition to looking wonderful.

There is no such thing as a perfect lounge chair, but both models of IKEA's NÄMMARÖ chairs are solid choices for individuals seeking a comfortable seating option. Thanks to their cost-effective price and consistent and overwhelmingly positive performance, as reported from buyers, both the reclining and stationary NÄMMARÖ lounge chairs can bring value to your patio space.