Sun Island Test - Comparisons. Com 2024

• Variety of forms versus monotony

Even if they sometimes resemble a beach chair, the variety of shapes is enormous. In addition to oval or round sun islands there are square or shell-like or tunnel-shaped ones, and others are similar to a covered sun lounger. Depending on the shape and size, you can set them up freely in the garden square sun islands better offer for a balcony or terrace wall.

• One or more parts, a choice of space

You have the choice between one-part and multi-part sun islands. One-piece beach chairs are very compact, rather stationary and should have a permanent place in the garden. Since they consist of one piece, they are difficult to implement. The multi-part sun loungers consist of individual elements that can be combined as required. They offer more comfort in terms of flexibility. So you can easily move individual elements to one large sun island be put together or set up individually replace a few seating elements with a table.

• Materials should be weatherproof

Three materials dominate the sun islands, the frame made of aluminum or steel, the body made of mesh and polyester as the cover fabric for the seat cushions. Seat cushions are usually padded with foam rubber and provided with a polyester cover. Only these combinations offer optimal weather protection. So they are very durable and at least washable, if not the covers are even washable. In most cases, the braid is made of poly rattan, an artificially produced braiding material. It is made of polyethylene and is based on the natural rattan weave from the stem of the rattan palm.

• Available with or without a roof

No matter whether the single-seat sun island or the multi-part garden lounge, all models can be purchased with or without a roof. A Sun island without a roof is suitable for soaking up the sun or has a place under a tree, which offers a place to relax thanks to its partially shaded foliage.

An Sun island with a roof offers the advantage that it can provide beneficial shade and inhibit dangerous UV radiation. So that you don't have to turn the entire and mostly heavy island of the sun in or out of the sun, many of the roofs are adjustable and can be adjusted according to the position of the sun. At the same time, a roof like the beach chairs keeps the wind out. So you can enjoy the first hours of sunshine in spring, even if the temperatures are still very muted.

• The equipment makes the difference

At a  Sun Island reviews it always depends on the little things. What is included and what are the special features?

Washable covers are part of the comfort. Romping children on the sun island are quickly immortalized with chocolate or ice cream stains. Even if most of the covers can be wiped off, is a washable sun island cover a great relief.

At a large XXL sun island the sun roof is not as easy to set up as one Stand bed for 1 person. Therefore, some manufacturers offer a folding mechanism that works via gas cylinders, similar to the trunk mechanism of a car. See the Strandinsel Sonneninsel from our comparison.

Nobody wants to dismantle a heavy one-piece sun island when rainy weather is in sight. Even if the material is waterproof, the rain often brings a lot of dirt with it, which is deposited. Self the best sun island must then be laboriously cleaned.

• The size
  

One of the most important aspects is the question of whether the sun island fits where it should be placed. Before you sign up for your garden Order sun island, you should take a close look at the proportions. In any case, it makes sense to take a closer look at the dimensions. In order to correctly estimate the size, a few strips or boards help to recreate the outline. So you are safe from surprises.

• The material
  

A sun island consists of a bundle of different materials from which you can choose.

Material	Benefits	Disadvantages
Aluminium	• Light • easy to maintain • rustproof • recyclable	• Not as stable as steel
Powder-coated steel	• Pretty tough • easy to maintain • rustproof • recyclable	• Heavier than aluminum • Chipped paint can cause rust damage

• The braid

You have little choice in terms of braiding. Most sun islands are made from poly rattan. This is an artificial weave that real rattan is based on. It is very robust and dimensionally stable as well as frost and heat resistant. Thanks to its UV resistance, poly rattan can be used outdoors all year round. You only have the choice of the color of the braid, which is usually offered in gray, black, anthracite or in different shades of brown. A black sun island from Nexos Poly, with red upholstery, see our comparison.

• The equipment makes the difference

At a  Sun Island reviews it always depends on the little things. What is included and what are the special features?

Washable covers are part of the comfort. Romping children on the sun island are quickly immortalized with chocolate or ice cream stains. Even if most of the covers can be wiped off, is a washable sun island cover a great relief.

At a large XXL sun island the sun roof is not as easy to set up as one Stand bed for 1 person. Therefore, some manufacturers offer a folding mechanism that works via gas cylinders, similar to the trunk mechanism of a car. See the Strandinsel Sonneninsel from our comparison.

Nobody wants to dismantle a heavy one-piece sun island when rainy weather is in sight. Even if the material is waterproof, the rain often brings a lot of dirt with it, which is deposited. Self the best sun island must then be laboriously cleaned.

• Pillows, covers and roofing material

Almost without exception, the upholstery is made of foam. What makes the selection important is the reference. If it is made of polyester, it can be water-repellent or waterproof. Waterproof covers have a special coating. Mixed fabrics made of polyester and cotton should not remain in the rain. Sun islands with mixed fabric covers are therefore usually supplied with a protective cover, such as our Rimini functional lounger Sun island from garden furniture purchase from our comparison. You should pay particular attention to UV protection for the roofing material.

• The resilience

Unfortunately, many manufacturers are silent about the resilience. So you can only orient yourself on how many berths such a sun island allows. These places are designed for adults.

• The delivery conditions

Sun islands will certainly be delivered by a carrier. It does not matter whether you use the Order Sonneninsel online or buy in a specialty store. Please not only inform yourself about the delivery costs, but also whether the sun island is delivered for self-assembly or whether it is fully assembled. Both can be of advantage and disadvantage. Fully assembled sun islands can be used immediately, but sometimes they do not fit through doors or garden gates, but assembling them yourself requires a little manual skill.