If you are living in an apartment and want the joy of relaxing in your own hammock, then you need to keep reading. If you have an apartment balcony or patio it is time to start making the best of it and create your own relaxing balcony with the addition of a hanging hammock. To hang a hammock in the outside balcony area of your apartment, you will need to look at the size of the area to see if the area can handle the weight and length of a hammock.
How Do You Choose a Hammock Based on Balcony Size?
Start by measuring the length, width and height of your Balcony.
Each hammock requires an additional 2 feet of hang distance for suspension cords. For example; if your balcony is 12ft long, you can usually hang a 10 ft hammock. If you balcony is smaller then 8ft, you will want to look at hanging chair options. See Below.
You will need to identify two opposite hang points on your Balcony. Generally this will require using a stud finder and drilling into the walls on each side of your balcony.
Start by measuring the length of your hammock, and add two feet to the measurement for ideal space. For example, if your hammock measures 11 feet, then your balcony space will need to be at least 13 feet. This will provide adequate space for your hammock. If you are short on length check our our recommendations for Hammock Chairs and ceiling hang Hammocks.
You will also need to learn how to hang a hammock in your outside patio area?
If you are living in an apartment then you may have to speak with your leasing manager to see if hanging a hammock would be approved by the apartment complex. Read on to discover how to place a hanging hammock or hanging hammock chair in the outside area of your apartment.
Check With Your Landlord
You will need to check with your landlord before beginning to drill holes in the walls of your apartment. If your lease reads that it is okay to drill holes in the walls, then putting up a hammock should be okay. However, you will need to check with your landlord to make sure that it is okay and that there will not be any extra fees added to your contract to pay for the drilled holes.
If your lease states that there is no drilling allowed and you still want a hammock on your balcony, then opt for a hammock stand chair, which is a stand alone chair that requires no drilling holes in your walls. Your landlord is happy and you now have a hammock chair where you can relax after a long hard day at work.
Choosing the Correct Hammock Size
A general rule of thumb for choosing the correct hammock size is to look for a hammock that is 2 feet longer than your height.
Another thing to look for when choosing a hammock is comfort. When you place your hammock in your apartment outside area. you want it to be comfortable. Many people choose a double hammock instead of a single hammock, because the double hammock is more comfortable.
Hammocks are made of different fabrics like cotton, polyester, parachute, and nylon. Choosing the right material based on durability, being waterproof or weatherproof is very important when choosing a hammock for a balcony.
Guide to Hang a Hammock on an Apartment Balcony:
Use this step by step guide to hang a hammock on an apartment balcony.
*Gather all of the necessary tools that will be required to hang your hammock. You will need a drill to place holes on both sides of your outside patio area walls. The holes on each side should be even and allow your hammock to be straight after hanging. You will also need a tape measure to make sure that your drilled holes are even. A hammer is needed to tighten the bolts and hooks that will be holding up your hammock.
*Take your tape measure and decide where your holes will go for hanging your hammock. You may want to measure from the floor base and use the same length for the holes on each side.
*Drill the holes to put in the anchor bolts with a 10 mm drill bit. The drilled holes should be placed on both walls of the outside area and should be strong enough to hold the hammock and your weight.
*Put up the bolts and hooks and secure them on the wall. Screw the bolts and put the hooks in place. Use your hammer to tighten them in place. Once the bolts and hooks are in place on both walls, your hammock can be placed in the area.
*Put a knot in the rope at the hammock’s desired length and put your hammock on the rope.
*Test your hammock to make sure that the hook can hold the weight of the hammock and you. Now you have a place to relax and de-stress after a long hard day.
Using a Hanging Hammock Chair
A hanging hammock chair may be better if you are living in an apartment that has a small outside balcony area. The hanging hammock chair is not as large as the hammock and can conveniently be hung in a smaller space. It has the benefits of relaxing and giving the user a restful sleep Swinging in the hanging hammock chair relieves pressure points, particularly in your lower back to eliminate pain.
Choosing a hanging hammock chair is more than just an extension of your personality, it is also a place where you will be relaxing for hours on a daily basis. It should be comfortable and offer an overall cushion for your body. The hanging hammock chair must also be able to hold your weight for extended hours during the day and night.
The hanging hammock chair will be installed differently than the larger hammock. Drilling for your hammock will go on both sides of your walls, however, the drilled holes for the chair will go in the ceiling of your outside balcony patio area. The hooks and bolts must be secure enough to withstand the weight of the hammock and you. The Hanging Hammock Chair or Hammock Swing are the best options for people who have smaller balcony areas.
Now that you understand how to hang a hammock on your balcony or how to hang a hammock chair, try placing this on your to do list for future projects. You will need special materials like a drill, hammer and tape measure to hang your hammock on your outside balcony patio area.
It does not require special training to hang your hammock. However, if you have someone who is more technical and can do this project easily, then ask for assistance to correctly get your hammock project done.
Your hammock size must be chosen according to your outside apartment balcony area. For example a hammock that is 13 feet long, requires an area that is at least 15 feet long. The general rule of thumb is to allow an extra 2 feet in addition to the size and length to allow adequate space for your hammock.
Remember to always check your lease to see if it allows drilling in the walls of your apartment. Also check with your landlord and get approval before drilling on your walls. There are many states that do not allow apartment drilling because of the cost associated with fixing the walls for future tenants. Now test your hammock, hammock chair, hammock swing or hammock stand alone chair to make sure that it can withstand any weather and give you a relaxing area all year long.
As always, hang at your own risk.