Big Joe

Overview

Big Joe is a brand specializing in bean bag chairs, patio furniture, and pool floats, produced by Comfort Research. It focuses on foam-filled and bean-filled seating options for indoor and outdoor use, along with kid-sized products and pool accessories. The company operates manufacturing facilities in the US and holds over 100 patents and trademarks.

History

Big Joe originated in a dorm room in West Michigan with the concept of an enhanced bean bag chair. It expanded by introducing foam-filled designs that do not flatten and opened a second manufacturing facility in Lewisburg, Tennessee. The brand has grown to produce over 25 million bean bags and maintains three US plants. In 2016, it launched a bean bag chair to over 105,000 feet using weather balloons.

Product Lines

Manufacturing

Big Joe fills bean bags and pool floats to order in-house at three state-of-the-art US plants, including locations in West Michigan and Lewisburg, Tennessee. Foam is processed internally, though early methods have evolved from manual shredding. Outdoor sectionals have longer production times of 21-36 business days.

Notable Products

• Chilloway Lounger - Stylish indoor chair filled with soft, flexible foam for contemporary seating.
• Luft Chair - Outdoor patio chair with UV-treated Sunbrella fabric and sink-in foam comfort.
• Classic Bean Bags - Traditional shapes available in bean or foam fill for versatile lounging.
• Pool Loungers - Inflatable floats designed for water-based relaxation.
• Patio Sectionals - Modular outdoor furniture sets for group seating.

Reputation

Big Joe is recognized among consumers for affordable, comfortable bean bags and innovative foam filling that maintains shape. It holds a strong position in casual indoor-outdoor furniture with US-based production appealing to buyers seeking domestic manufacturing. Some note longer shipping times for custom-filled orders during peak periods.