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Sunbrella Patio Cushions & Covers

Sunbrella is the brand name of high performance indoor, outdoor and marine fabrics. Sunbrella fabrics are used to make awnings, boat covers, umbrellas and of course Sunbrella Patio Cushions. Sunbrella has been in business for over 45 years and they have an excellent reputation for their outdoor fabrics. They even offer a 5 year limited warranty on most their products.

Sunbrella patio cushions can be found in a very wide variety of patterns and styles. There are colors that range from bright and bold (Sunflower Yellow and Erin Green) to subtle and muted tones that accent other colors. There are a variety of textures (from satin smooth to strong weave patterns almost like corduroy) and patterns that run from solid colors to bold stripes and pattern images. By mixing and matching the color, texture and pattern elements across patio cushions to accent pillows the possibilities will seem endless.

The most important aspect of patio furniture fabrics is that they are suited to the harshness of the outdoor environment. Sunbrella Cushions offer mold and mildew resistance as well as very water repellent fabric. The fabric is also fade resistant so it won’t deteriorate as fast as some other fabrics.

Even with all of the advantages of this fabric, you still need to provide adequate care an maintenance to your Sunbrella Cushions by keeping them out of the weather when they aren’t going to be used for extended periods of time.

There are even some interesting Sunbrella Patio Cushion accessories. You can find throws, accent pillows, rugs and even pet beds that are made from the same fabric as your patio cushions. You can even make Sunbrella cushion covers to upgrade your old cushions.

Care and cleaning – The best solution is to prevent the dirt or stain from getting deeply embedded in the fabric so wipe of dirt or treat a stain as soon as possible. Most spills can be cleaned with soap and water.

You can even buy Sunbrella fabric by the yard to have your own piece of furniture custom upholstered to match your Sunbrella Patio Cushions. There is often a 3 yard minimum when purchasing the fabric by the yard. Sunbrella fabric comes in 46” or 60” widths and it has the same 5 year warranty that you would get if you bought your patio cushions directly from a store. You might have to search around to find all of the color, texture and pattern choices that you are looking for.

You will be glad to have Sunbrella Patio Cushions at the end of a long summer day of entertaining in your outdoor patio area. Take the extra time needed to get the perfect patio cushions to complement your patio decor and you will enjoy them for many years.

Patio Cushion Covers

Patio Cushion Covers are a smart idea to protect your patio cushions and to add a whole new style to your patio without buying brand new cushions. Patio cushion covers can extend the useful life of your cushions by many years if they are well maintained.

The advantages of patio cushion covers are first and foremost that they breathe new life into your patio area with covering your unsightly cushions with a new cover. Not only are you hiding the old and worn out cushions, covers provide you with a fairly inexpensive way to change the entire look of your patio decor. Patio cushion covers also keep your current cushions protected from spills and light scratches so they might be an option even if you have fairly new patio cushions that you are looking to protect.

The disadvantages are that they cost money and that they need to be kept dry so they shouldn’t be left outdoors in dramatic weather. If the patio cushions are put into the covers when they are wet, this can cause mold and mildew to grow on them. You always want to do a good job cleaning and drying your patio cushions prior to putting them into covers to prevent these problems.

Patio cushion covers come in a wide variety of styles, colors and textures. There really are lots of options to choose from. The drawback is that there are only a few set sizes for patio cushion covers so you aren’t likely to find a cover to fit a curved cushion or a special size one. You should find good options for throw pillows or accent pillows and standard size chair cushions.

You want that same high quality outdoor fabric that you would find on a regular patio cushion. Look for UV resistance, mold and mildew resistance and a high degree of water resistance. The breath-ability of the fabric is also an important factor to allow moisture to evaporate out of the cushion before it causes problems with mold and mildew.

There are also patio cushion covers that are used for storing your patio cushions during the off season. These are essentially large bags that hold multiple cushions at the same time. It is important that the storage covers are made with a breathable material to help air circulation and prevent moisture from building up inside the covers. Make sure you do a good job cleaning and drying your patio cushions prior to storing them in any type of cover or bag to minimize problems from dirt, grime and water.