May 8, 2025

Time to Soak up LAFUMA’s Pool Furniture Ideas!

First, a fun fact! Did you know 8% of America’s 130 million households own a swimming pool?! That number’s close to 13 million and counting! Increasingly, a pool acts as a heavenly hub for all summery, social gatherings, to lounge out in your own backyard!

Between chillaxing on a chaise lounge or deckchair, dining al fresco, and savoring every sip of a thirst-quenching drink while cozying up by the sunlounger and umbrella, this article fathoms a startling set of pool furniture ideas, LAFUMA style. There’s certainly nothing plastic about how we approach chillaxing!

How to choose pool furniture?

Whether it’s vibrant hues or clean lines, shop for the poolside space for you! 9 times out of 10, poolsiders concoct pool deck furniture ideas combining a sense of ‘zen’ living and relaxation while fostering family-filled fun in the sun – forging memories forever cherished.

Today’s pool furniture ideas are swimming with an impressive range of furniture, colors, sizes and materials – all options designed to fulfill your exact requirements! Below, 6 of the best criteria to consider the best pool furniture set for you!

Function. Will you use your pool area for socializing, quick entertainment or simply disconnecting?
Dimension. Unlock your poolside potential according to your designated patio’s size.
Wear and tear. Consider your state’s year-round climate and the need for durable pool furniture.
Comfort. Often overlooked, to optimize pool time, the right chair height, width and backrest angles are a must!
Maintenance. Remember, your pool deck goal is zero stains, fading and corrosion!
Aesthetics. Fashion an original oasis by the pool, opting for a modern pool furniture piece, and on that note…

Focus on modern pool furniture

It’s out with the plastic, wood and Adirondack chair, and in with steel and aluminum! With its sleek style and contemporary colors, modern pool furniture seeks to add a lazy kind of space.

This pool deck set masterfully mixes umbrellas, fire pits, lounge and folding outdoor chairs, sunbeds and side tables, topped with deckchairs as well as outdoor and coffee tables. Without further ado, put your persona into pool furniture ideas today!

Relax, lounge and sunbathe by the pool!

These are the 3 things you will mostly do in between your sun-drenched siestas.

To kick back in a pool deck paradise, you need a certain kind of lounge chair! A chair that is comfortable, resilient in the face of adverse climatic events, and made with gentle, quick-wash fabrics. Only then can you bask in a haze of summertime splendor! But your peace of mind should not stop there. For enhanced pool chair flexibility and movability, we recommend chairs with a featherweight structure, enabling more generous width, removable fabrics and increased sturdiness.

Lounge chairs

We might also recommend dual-purpose poolside seating so you can take in the sun while digesting a good book or cocktail. This sensation is achieved through pool furniture, such as a sun lounger. In an ideal world, this type of seating would benefit from breathable, waterproof materials and multiple backrest positions. That way, you can find the perfect posture to create good relaxation vibes!

Personalize your chillaxation station, the LAFUMA way!

Whatever’s on the agenda – an imminent pool party, quality family time, first-time guests or poolside gossip – your pool furniture ideas will be boosted by a modern pool furniture piece.

To develop a space fostering an ambiance of zen and chillaxation by the pool, we may suggest folding outdoor chairs that prioritize ergonomics and practicality. Ergonomics in terms of seating structure to support your back and practicality translated into innovative elastomer-clip mechanisms and padded headrests for extra comfort. These are also the qualities of an effective camping chair.

Depending on your budget, another pool furniture idea we might recommend is opting for beach chairs that illustrate stability with simple, intuitive folding capabilities. It also helps when it comes to shipping and transportation.

These days, a recommended standard for poolside materials is Batyline® Iso fabric. Soft to the touch, this canvas is impressive given its open weave structure that neither warps nor retains water. Which is why it's so versatile since it resists the sun's simmering rays while showing enough strength to resist tearing. Simply put, you could do a lot worse than pool deck furniture crafted with this sought-after fabric!

While lounging by the pool, don't forget you will need to keep your book, snack or crossword nice and dry! May we suggest investing in a pool table designed to resist any splashes!

Embrace open-air dining, pool-style…

What better way to indulge in those gloriously balmy summer nights than a spot of al-fresco dining on modern pool furniture? To cap off this experience, here are a few things to keep in mind.

Compatible sizes. It's wise to invest in pool chairs that offer extensive width to maximize legroom and ensure a more inclusive dining experience for all.
Technical specifications. Another idea that goes a long way is to ask the following questions: Is your pool set waterproof? Is it guaranteed to hold up against scratches and shocks? Does that also make it anti-corrosive?

Sustainability. Additionally, might we suggest checking if your pool dining furniture is eco-virtuous. What does this mean? Well, poolside sets displaying the Oeko-Tex® label are a clear testament to inflicting zero harm on us as people, not forgetting our beloved planet.
Another quality that tends to be disregarded is whether pool tables and fixtures wobble when installed. Remember, zero wobbling equals happy wife, happy family and happy life!
Last but not least, you want to generate an atmosphere befitting your family's lifestyle and personality. For that, we recommend a wide-ranging choice of bistro-dining sets!

Piece by piece, you're beginning to put together pool deck furniture ideas, forming the quintessentially intimate hotspot for couples and families alike!

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Splash out on our FAQs for pool deck furniture ideas!

Quality pool deck furniture ideas call for quality answers. Best focus on the 4 top-of-mind design priorities: materials, arrangement, covers and – of course! – colors.

What materials work best for outdoor pool lounge chairs?

Without wanting to sound like a broken record, in our opinion, the best modern pool furniture is stitched with Batyline® fabric or BeComfort® padding. Both textiles are primarily intended to ensure lasting use and resistance to all seasonal conditions.

If that weren’t enough, these canvas types are styled with no post-treatment, which serves to reduce their environmental footprint.

While we're at it, we might add two recommendations. Number one: select poolside chairs made of HEL (High Elastic Limit) steel. This is a further guarantee of resistance and durability. Number two: prioritize practicality with outdoor pool lounge chair furniture that is easy-to-clean.

In this day and age, a well-founded pool furniture idea avoids anything produced from plastic poly materials or made in a 'plastic' or cheap way.

How to arrange furniture around a pool?

Tweak the arrangement to your choice – whether orderly (symmetrical) or quirky (asymmetrical)! Below, our stylish secrets for some neat pool deck furniture ideas:

Find a purpose for your pool area. Don’t be afraid to compartmentalize space for various purposes, e.g., dining, chillaxing, sunbathing, and/or gaming.
Ensure sufficient space between pool furniture to prevent congestion when hosting multiple guests, not to mention between zones for cooking and relaxation.
Feel free to accessorize your modern pool furniture with convenient cupholders and a sunshade!

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Why cover the pool deck furniture?

3 reasons:

It encourages pool furniture ideas with quick, minimal maintenance.
From California to Florida, over to Pennsylvania and Vermont, most states have a severe climate for pool decks!
You prevent or reduce deep cleanings for your poolside paraphernalia!

Conclusion: Prevention is better than cure! Don’t be sorry any longer, and purchase a protective transport cover today to prolong those cool pool deck furniture ideas!

How to color-code your modern pool furniture?

Ultimately, your pool furniture ideas should reflect your personality and desired mood. The best laid plans for the poolside are eco-responsible in approach, futuristic in design and nature-inspired in style. Overall, what you really need is an all-encompassing set of fabric colors, leaving you with the cream of the crop, whether it’s bold passion, modern minimalism or natural harmony.