How much space do you need for a lounge set?

Short answer: add at least 60 cm of walking space to the dimensions of the lounge set on the sides where you need to walk past. A 220 x 220 cm corner sofa for 5 people fits on a patio of approximately 3 x 3 meters. A 288 x 220 cm corner sofa for 6 people requires at least around 3.5 x 3 meters.

How much space per type of lounge set?

Type	Example	Set size	People	Patio minimum
Single sofa	Belito Birmingham garden sofa	146 or 211 cm wide	2-3	balcony or small garden
Small corner sofa	Belito Lotte No. 3	220 x 220 cm	5	approx. 3 x 3 m
Corner sofa	Belito Lotte No. 1	288 x 220 cm	6	approx. 3.5 x 3 m
Spacious corner sofa	Belito Julia	258 x 258 cm	5-6	approx. 3.5 x 3.5 m
Large corner sofa	Apple Bee Santorini	242 x 320 cm	6+	approx. 3.5 x 4 m
XL corner sofa	Belito Daan XL	320 x 245 cm	6-8	approx. 4 x 3.5 m

The patio dimensions are a guideline: the set plus 60 cm of walking space on the open sides. If the set is against a wall or fence, you do not need walking space on that side.

How to measure your patio

• Measure the free space, so without planters, the barbecue or the door that opens outwards.
• Mark the dimensions of the set with tape or a garden hose on the ground. Then you can immediately see if it feels spacious or cramped.
• Pay attention to the walking route from the door to the garden; this must remain clear.
• Add a table? A coffee table sits in the corner of the sofa and takes up no extra space. A separate chair opposite the sofa does: allow about 80 cm extra.

Corner sofa or sofa with chairs?

A corner sofa provides the most seating in the least space. A sofa with loose chairs is more flexible and fits better on a narrow or rectangular patio. For less than 3 x 3 meters, a small lounge set or a single sofa with one chair is often the best choice.

Unsure about the size?

Send us a WhatsApp with the dimensions of your patio and a photo, and we will help you figure it out. Or visit the showroom: the sets are displayed in full size there.

Frequently asked questions about the size of a lounge set

How much walking space do you need around a lounge set?

At least 60 cm on the sides where you need to walk past. If you want to easily walk past with a tray, allow 80 to 90 cm.

Does a corner sofa fit on a balcony?

A compact corner sofa of 220 x 220 cm fits on a balcony of approximately 3 x 3 meters. If your balcony is narrower, choose a single sofa of 146 cm with a chair.

Which lounge set for 6 people takes up the least space?

A corner sofa of 288 x 220 cm, such as the Belito Lotte No. 1. You do not need loose chairs that take up extra space.

Can I choose the corner of the sofa on the left or right?

With most corner sofas, yes. With the Belito Lotte, you decide which side becomes longer with the middle element yourself.