16 Awesome Indoor Hammock Uses For Your Home

We love a good hammock – I mean, who doesn’t? They’re great for a good nap in the shade, always the perfect spot to read, drink a beer or have your post surf chill sesh. We recently caught up with the good folks at Mission Hammocks to get some tips on where else we can hang these ultimate lounging accessories besides outdoors. A hammock is an extremely versatile item that you may not realize also makes a great item for use inside your home as well as in the backyard. Investing in a hammock could give you some much-needed seating space for the inside of your home or provide a huge number of helpful solutions for your interior decorating. Here are some of the top ways you could be using a hammock inside your home.

We love a good hammock – I mean, who doesn’t? They’re great for a good nap in the shade, always the perfect spot to read, drink a beer or have your post surf chill sesh. We recently caught up with the good folks at Mission Hammocks to get some tips on where else we can hang these ultimate lounging accessories besides outdoors. A hammock is an extremely versatile item that you may not realize also makes a great item for use inside your home as well as in the backyard. Investing in a hammock could give you some much-needed seating space for the inside of your home or provide a huge number of helpful solutions for your interior decorating. Here are some of the top ways you could be using a hammock inside your home.

Create an accent piece for your living room.

Hanging a large hammock in the middle of your living room could be an extremely inviting accent piece that guests can lounge on and admire! If you have an open air living room, consider hanging the hammock with long ropes off the upper floor or roof.

Build a seat hammock.

By repurposing an old hammock or getting a hammock chair, you could have access to a design of the perfect accent seat for your home. A seat hammock is an excellent way to have accent pillows and accent seating displayed in your bedroom without taking up too much space. Either fold up an old hammock to achieve this look or take your seat hammock from outside and install it with ceiling hooks. Here is a great option to consider: Hanging Hammock Chair with Macrame

Make use of areas above the stairs.

The space above your stairs could quickly become a small reading nook or fun lounge spot with a view using this type of hammock installation.

Build a spot to contemplate near a window.

Hanging a hammock nearby to your window could offer you the perfect spot to relax and the dream looking out at your view. This could be the perfect place to sit and watch the weather even if you happen to be stuck inside on a rainy day.

Build a storage spot.

Hammocks can be great for holding overhead storage like pillows or blankets. You could consider hanging up a hammock and getting some more storage space in higher places that would commonly be wasted without the use of the hammock. This could be a great solution for when you have to take your hammock inside for the season.

Build a perch for your pet.

Used hammocks or even full-sized panics make an excellent indoor perch for pets. Cats love hammocks and dogs will definitely enjoy the idea of having their own suspended bed indoors. This baby swing hammock would also be rad for pets!

Create a bunk bed.

If you have a children’s bed with a broken bottom bunk or a raised style platform bed, you could consider building a bunk bed for guests with the help of the hammock underneath. Using a hammock in a bedroom with a bunk bed can create a funky place for reading or relaxing!

Build a recovery spot.

Many common complaints with home gyms is that there is nowhere to really relax when you are pushing your body to the limit. A hammock in your workout room could be a great and easy to set up place for recovery during a hard workout.

Add a spot of color in open areas.

Hanging a bright and colorful hammock in the middle of an open area can be an excellent way that you can fill space with a colorful object. Hanging a hammock inside can help you to add a beautiful art piece in some space that would typically be wasted otherwise. These colorful hammock options are a great place to start.

Upgrade your indoor pool area.

If you have an indoor pool you should strongly consider getting a lounge hammock to create an inner oasis. Enjoy your hammock at any time of the year with this set up!

Make use of your loft.

Lofts are regularly wasted spaces but by installing a hammock you could create a cozy spot to nap in the attic or loft of your home. Unlock more square footage and find a tranquil place upstairs with this hammock idea.

Control light levels.

A colorful hammock could actually be used as an accent drape or curtains in your home. If you have a hammock with a unique pattern, consider hanging it near the top of a window for a beautiful drape or curtain accent.

Create an indoor planter.

By placing a few small pots inside you can create an indoor planter that hangs in your window. This can help with plant growth and give you a unique décor piece for your home.

Give kids an indoor swing.

With a reinforced roof hook, you could give kids a relaxing seat or swing for their room!

Build a guest bed.

You can outfit your hammock to be just as functional as any other guest bed. With the help of some cushions and for support straps, you can have an inviting place for guests to relax or even spend the night. This hammock comes in full or king sizes.

Host more guests!

With the help of a triple bunk bed design you could host the ultimate slumber party or keep many guests happy in your home.

(All images courtesy of Mission Hammocks)

About Mission Hammocks

Mission Hammocks is committed to helping people achieve their goals and dreams.  All of their hammocks are made in a workshop staffed with people who have various disabilities in Nicaragua. These people would otherwise have trouble finding good work, and in the workshop they receive a fair salary and a great working environment. They’re goal is to make sure that the 30+ individuals that work in the workshop that are blind, deaf, and have physical disabilities will be able to live the lives they deserve.

Mission’s hammocks and hammock chairs are 100% handmade with Manila Cotton, and all of the materials are sourced in Central America.  These double and king size hammocks are artfully crafted using bright colors and unique designs.  The hammock chairs are versatile enough for use both indoors and outdoors.  Each hammock takes between 2-4 days to make from start to finish, and when finished goes through a rigorous quality control check.  You can be sure that these are some of the finest hammocks available anywhere in the world.

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Matt Titone

A goofy-footed graphic designer who hails from the first state, Delaware. After attending Flagler College in St. Augustine, FL then graduating from SCAD in Savannah, GA with a BFA in Graphic Design and Illustration, Matt moved to NYC and found work as a freelance designer and art director. In 2006 he moved west to Venice, CA where he co-founded ITAL/C Studio and now resides a bit further north in Oxnard.

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