How to Install a Hammock Chair

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Before you can use your hammock chair you will need to hang it securely from a supporting object. It is extremely important to make sure that the support you hang it from is reliable and secure. You don’t want your hammock chair to fall down the first time (or even the hundredth time) you use it! Indoors it is best to hang it from a solid ceiling or beam, outdoors choose a solid tree branch or a metal swing or buy a hammock chair with it’s own metal stand. You can buy hammock kits for hanging both regular and chair hammocks.

How High Should the Hammock Chair be Positioned?

The height needed should be between 200 and 250cm but varies with the make of the chair so consult

the manufacturers instructions. A spring in the suspension makes the hammock much more comfortable and is recommended but you will need approximately 20cm more to accommodate it. When installed the bottom of the hammock should be at least 30cm above the ground.

Installing Your Chair Hammock

1. Locate a suitable beam, stud or tree branch. For sheet rock or plaster ceilings you will need to find a stud to use by locating one with a stud finder or a drill.
2. Drill a 1/4″ hole in the centre of the stud or the tree branch and insert the screw as far as it will go.
3. If using a spring either insert the other end of the spring into the eye of the chair or use an S hook so that it is easy to remove.
4. You may need to insert a chain or rope between the either the S hook and spring or between the two S hooks to make sure the chair hammock is the correct height above the ground.

What Size Hammock Chair Should You Buy?

In general the larger the size of the chair the more comfortable it will be so go for the largest that is within your budget and can be accommodated in the space you have available.

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