Cobana care: rain, winter, cleaning and filling
Cobana is made to be used outdoors, but a little care helps the bean bag chair and the hammock last longer. Here you'll find answers to the questions we're asked most often about Cobana: whether it can rot, whether it can stay outside in winter, why it feels firm at first, and how to clean it.
Short answer: Cobana can't rot and tolerates rain, because the cover is made of olefin. Tip the chair after rain so the water runs off, and clean stains with sackit Textile Cleaner. Cobana can stay outside all year, but we recommend storing it sheltered and dry in winter. The cover must not go in the washing machine.
What is Cobana Lounge Chair made of?
Cobana Lounge Chair has a cover made of 100% olefin fibre and is filled with approx. 300 litres of chemical-free EPS beads.
| Property | Cobana Lounge Chair |
|---|---|
| Cover | 100% olefin fibre |
| Filling | EPS beads, approx. 300 litres per bean bag chair |
| Seat height | 40 cm |
| Weight | 6 kg |
| Durability | 20,000 Martindale |
| Lightfastness | 7–8 on a scale of 1 to 8 |
Can Cobana rot or fade?
No, Cobana can't rot. Olefin is a synthetic material that, among other things, helps prevent mildew. The fabric doesn't fade in the sun either, as it has a lightfastness of 7–8 on a scale where 8 is the highest grade.
Cobana withstands both salt water and chlorinated water. Read more about the fabric under What is olefin?
What should you do when it rains?
After rain, put Cobana on its side or upside down so the water can run off and it dries faster. You can also shake it to help the water drain. On sunny, warm or windy days it dries quickly, while in cooler weather it takes longer.
Tip: Cobana works just as well indoors, so you can simply bring it inside when the weather turns.
Can Cobana stay outside all year?
Yes, Cobana can stay outside all year, but we recommend storing it sheltered and dry during the winter months.
- Store the chair indoors, for example in a shed or garage.
- Or use the water-repellent Winter Cover for Cobana Lounge Chair. It also fits sackit Chair Outdoor.
- For the pouf there is the Winter Cover for Cobana Pouf.
Read more about winter storage under garden furniture winter care.
Covers for winter
- Winter Cover – Cobana Lounge Chair – water-repellent, also fits sackit Chair Outdoor
- Winter Cover – Cobana Pouf
- Hammock Winter Cover – for Cobana Hammock
- All covers for bean bags and poufs
How do you clean Cobana?
For the best result we recommend sackit Textile Cleaner. The cover is removable, but we advise against machine washing, as it can damage the seams.
- Spray Textile Cleaner on the stain.
- Leave it for 2 minutes.
- Wipe with a clean, damp cloth.
Important: The handle on the back is a decorative detail. Don't pull on it when moving the chair. Lift the whole chair instead to avoid damaging the cover.
Cleaning and filling
- sackit Textile Cleaner – removes stains from textiles, indoors and outdoors
- Refill – EPS beads for topping up your bean bag
Why is my Cobana so firm?
A new Cobana is filled very firmly at the factory, so it can feel hard the first few times. The EPS beads settle after a short while, and the chair becomes softer and more comfortable. The firm filling helps it keep its shape for longer.
Over time the beads compress and the chair becomes softer. If you want it firmer again, you can top it up with extra EPS beads from Refill.
How do you care for Cobana Hammock?
Clean Cobana Hammock with sackit Textile Cleaner. The frame is powder-coated aluminium, and the textile is water-repellent with a lightfastness of 7–8. The hammock has a maximum load capacity of 150 kg.
- Use the Hammock Winter Cover if the hammock stays outside off-season.
- Pack it in the Hammock Bag when it's stored or taken to the summer house. The bag is made of black canvas (95% polyester, 5% cotton), measures 125 × 35 × 35 cm and has a strong handle.
Frequently asked questions
Can Cobana be left out in the rain?
Yes, Cobana handles water well. Tip it after rain so water doesn't collect on the seat.
Can I wash the cover in the washing machine?
No, we advise against it, as it can damage the seams. Use Textile Cleaner instead.
Why is my new Cobana so firm?
It's filled firmly at the factory. The beads settle after a short while.
Does Cobana tolerate salt water?
Yes, Cobana withstands both salt water and chlorinated water.
Can I use Cobana indoors?
Yes, Cobana works just as well indoors as outdoors.
Read also
- What is olefin?
- Garden furniture winter care
- Bean bag chair comparison
- Browse the range: Cobana and outdoor bean bag chairs
