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We’ve lounged on nontoxic sofas and beds for years — these are our favorite chaise lounges that are sustainable, made with natural fabrics, and built to last.
Dating back to ancient Egypt, chaise lounges have withstood the test of time as a perennial favorite luxury item. A combination of the French words for “chair” and “long,” this type of seating is best for a living room, office, or even poolside in your backyard. And since it’s designed for lounging, you might even snooze on this piece, making it more important to know what you’re resting on — and more specifically, what materials are in play. Below, we hand-selected nontoxic and sustainably made chaise lounges you’ll feel good about adding to your space.
Why is nontoxic furniture important?
You’ll spend a lot of time lounging on these, and you should care about what materials are touching your skin and potentially affecting your home’s air quality. Some furniture items contain harsh chemicals, flame retardants, and synthetic materials that release harmful volatile organic compounds (aka VOCs) into your home. Nontoxic furniture ensures more eco-friendly practices and high-quality materials that are better for you and the environment.
What should you consider when shopping for a chaise lounge?
There isn’t just one type of chaise lounge these days. We’ve compiled an eclectic mix of modern interpretations of the chaise. From a sofa sectional with a chaise lounge attached to a cushioned outdoor-friendly lounger, you can explore which iteration works best for your lifestyle and home.
We also sought out brands with products that don’t use flame retardants, formaldehyde, and VOCs, which may result in indoor air pollution. Instead, we prioritize companies that meet or exceed environmental and ethical standards. Here are some of the certifications we look for: Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) for responsible wood sourcing; GREENGUARD and OEKO-TEX Standard 100 for environmental, health, and safety performance; and Fair Trade to signal fair labor practices.
Our criteria:
Our editors have lived with and researched the top sustainable furniture brands for over a decade. For this list, we’ve chosen our favorite chaise lounges made with safe, sustainable materials and manufacturing processes that will last for generations to come. We often revisit this guide to add new picks when they meet the criteria below.
- SUSTAINABLE/ECO-FRIENDLY | Made with natural, organic, recycled, and responsibly sourced materials, these chaise lounges are low-impact and better for both our indoor environment and our planet. The materials and thoughtful production practices mean our choices are heirloom pieces that will maintain their integrity for years.
- NONTOXIC/ORGANIC | We’ve compiled this list from brands that have certifications ensuring the use of safe materials and zero harsh chemicals are applied in the manufacturing process. None of the options on this list contain flame retardants, and all are free from PFAS, VOCs, and fiberglass.
- COMFORT | Not only are these lounges safe, but they’re supportive and soft too.
Chaise lounges are standalone items or components of a system that add a touch of effortless luxury to your home, but if you’re interested in other nontoxic items, explore our guides to the best sofa sectionals and daybeds.
1. Sabai
Best For | Waste-reducing products and programs
Sustainable materials | Cactus leather, recycled velvet, upcycled polyester, hemp
Prices starting at | $1,695
Our editors really love Sabai, and for so many reasons. For starters, the Certified B Corp, BIPOC, and women-founded company produces their high-quality furniture items in ethically run factories across the U.S. (North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Michigan). From the nontoxic materials to programs to extend the life of your product or help recycle it, there’s end-to-end concern for their environmental impact. For example, if your dog bites through a cushion, you can easily swap it out through their “Repair Don’t Replace” program. Later on, Sabai Revive can find a new home for your furniture item if you no longer need it.
And while it’s not a standalone lounger, The Essential Loveseat Sectional is a best-selling, space-saving piece with a chaise lounge feature that’s worth noting. The frame is made from FSC-certified wood, and upholstery options include the brand’s popular recycled velvet and upcycled polyester, and more updated offerings are the cactus leather upholstery or hemp slipcovers to switch up the look of your loveseat. If you’re not quite sure which one to choose, you can order up to six free swatches to review at home before making your purchase.
2. Thuma
Best For | Sectionals with chaise components
Sustainable materials | Upcycled wood
Prices starting at | $4,585
Thuma’s furniture is simple and sophisticated, with a clear emphasis on sustainability. Their refined inventory and upcycled materials have helped them hone in on their motto: “elevated design for thoughtful living.” Another appealing part of their promise is a flexible return policy and lifetime warranty on the majority of their products. Plus, you can try out your first purchase in your home for 100 days before receiving a full refund.
The brand doesn’t sell standard chaise lounges, but their Essential Island Chaise Sectional is a low-profile alternative that invites a modular lounging experience. Available with a right or left arm chaise, you can choose the right configuration for your living area before selecting one of four fabrics and one of four wood stains. The 100% upcycled wood frame is kiln-dried and features Japanese joinery for a stronger, more durable base.
3. West Elm
Best For | Upholstered chaise lounges
Sustainable materials | FSC certified wood
Prices starting at | $849
West Elm falls under the Williams-Sonoma, Inc. umbrella, offering plenty of textural, modern adaptations of classic furniture items — including the beloved chaise lounge. Though it’s a more mainstream brand than others on the list, West Elm continues to prioritize the environment. To make your shopping experience more convenient, West Elm has several icons to show whether a product has certifications from GreenGuard, Fair Trade, FSC, and more.
For an on-trend, ultra-comfy take on indoor lounging, we have our eyes on the Ansel Nursery Chaise. Nesting brings on all sorts of parental anxieties about bringing baby into a nurturing, healthy environment. That’s where West Elm’s products come in, many of which are made with FSC-certified wood. This unique chair comes with a linen, velvet, bouclé, or twill upholstery, but we’re partial to one wrapped in the chunky white bouclé (especially in a sweet nursery!).
4. Sixpenny
Best For | Plush comfort
Sustainable materials | Solid wood, linen, cotton canvas, recycled polyester, recycled faux fur, down
Prices starting at | $2,799
Sixpenny is all about designing a space made for living, fostering comfortable, cozy corners with sustainably sourced materials and designs that are built to last. Customers are drawn to the brand for their direct-to-consumer approach, developing a modified supply chain that doesn’t inflate the price of their heirloom-quality items. The customizations are unmatched, too, with the opportunity to alter the dimensions and configurations of existing Sixpenny products or work with a designer to create a bespoke piece. Simply reach out to the Sixpenny team and they’ll help you create a unique desk, sectional, and more to further personalize your home.
Prepare to sink into the Elias Daybed, a “marshmallow-y” chaise lounge with all the comforts you need for a restful nap or overnight snooze session. There are several sustainable upholstery styles, including recycled faux fur and linen, plus ethically sourced feather and down for the fill (though 100% vegan poly fiber is also up for grabs). Many of these are made to order, but if you check the “Ready to ship” box, it will show you what’s available with a quicker turnaround time.
5. Maiden Home
Best For | Original, modern designs
Sustainable materials | Ash wood, linen
Prices starting at | $4,300
Handcrafted in North Carolina, Maiden Home highlights the artistry and craftsmanship of their lineup. The modern-minimalist approach to design is a favorite among designers and The Good Trade editors alike, and you can consult with their interior design team for a more comprehensive guide to furnishing your home. The brand also boasts two flagship stores, one in New York and the other in Miami.
The Muir Sofa is a structured yet laidback take on the chaise lounge. Ample cushioning provides the ultimate resting spot, while the intricate woodworking of the frame allows you to add decor or your morning cup of coffee on the lounge side of the chair. You can customize the width (80, 90, 100, or 110 inches), select one of 11 fabrics for the upholstery, and decide on the orientation of the chair’s arm (left or right).
6. Sundays
Best For | Outdoor furniture
Sustainable materials |FSC certified solid teak wood
Prices starting at | $2,363
Founded by four friends in Vancouver, Canada, Sundays promises to “create beautiful, functional and family-friendly pieces using high-quality materials that will last (and last).” With that in mind, their West Coast take on classic furniture is more lived-in, relaxed, and ready for all sorts of gatherings. Sundays makes items for every room in your house, but their outdoor collection deserves praise — especially when it comes to their alfresco lounging options. Among their give-back initiatives is their support of One Tree Planted, and they plant one tree for every purchase of a solid wood dining table.
When you need a little solitude, though, consider plopping down on the Sunny Days Outdoor Chaise. Gone are the days of adding more cushioning to an otherwise unsupportive chaise. This brings the comforts of your home to your backyard, complete with quick-drying foam and UV-resistant performance fabric. The solid teak frame is FSC certified, and at the time of publishing, both colorways were marked down for 25% off.
7. Joybird
Best For | Colorful furniture
Sustainable materials | Fabric with recycled fibers
Prices starting at | $1,689
Millennial beige and gray got their flowers, but Joybird wants to inject more color and joy into your home. (But yes, beiges and grays are still offered.) Notion Thunderbird, the bold blue shown here, and Bentley Daisey, a mustard yellow, are only a couple of the punchy colorways to consider while making your next purchase. When you filter by color, Joybird also allows you to sift through the GreenGuard Gold certified or Sustainable (meaning, they’re made with recycled fibers) upholstery options, and every piece is made with your specific customizations. Similar to Sundays, they’ve partnered with One Tree Planted, and each order contributes to financing reforestation and restoration programs in North America.
The Hughes Chaise features a partial, tufted backrest, giving you the option to lie down or accommodate several people sitting upright. Retro-inspired and oh-so-sleek, this mid-century modern twist is a true original. And right now, it’s marked down for $909 to $990 off in select colorways.
Featured image is from West Elm
Blake Bakkila is a freelance writer and editor with eight years of experience covering topics including baby and parenting, food, health, pop culture, and interior design. In addition to The Good Trade, her work has appeared in the digital publications of Architectural Digest, Sunset, Good Housekeeping, and more. She highlighted the best, most game-changing baby and parenting products as the former senior commerce editor at What to Expect and BabyCenter, and she’s also held editorial positions at Good Housekeeping, Health, Real Simple, and People. Blake holds a bachelor’s in journalism from Northwestern University’s Medill School of Journalism. When she’s not typing, you can usually find her watching anything on Bravo, entertaining her son Rhode, and conducting field research on the best ice cream in Southern California.
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