With spring approaching, now is the time to take an inventory of your outdoor furnishings. As you pull each piece out of storage you may find that your patio seating is looking drab and tired due to faded, lumpy cushions. Luckily, the quest for perfect replacement cushions is not difficult. With the right knowledge and the help of the upholstery professionals at Hauser’s Patio, you can easily transform those old chairs, sofas, and loungers with perfect replacement cushions in your choice of color and style.
Examine Your Cushioned Patio Furniture Carefully
First, identify the culprit making your cushioned furniture look drab and uninviting. Are your cushions suffering from sun-bleached damage, rain-induced mildew spots, or simply the wear and tear of countless backyard barbecues? Knowing what you are dealing with will help you decide on cleaning or repair as opposed to replacement. Keeping your patio furniture in storage during the winter or at least covering it when not in use will help in preventing most damage.
Types of Outdoor Cushion Fabric
Acrylic: With its superior durability, acrylic reigns supreme due to its water resistance, UV protection, and quick-drying prowess. Plus, it comes in a vibrant array of colors to breathe new life into your patio. Bonus points for solution-dyed acrylic, which resists fading even better.
Polyester: A budget-friendly option, polyester offers decent water resistance and comes in a variety of textures and patterns. However, it might fade faster than acrylic and doesn’t dry as quickly.
Sunbrella: The ultimate luxury fabric for perfect replacement cushions, Sunbrella boasts unparalleled fade resistance, water repellency, and mildew protection. Although it is more costly, its performance, lasting comfort and worry-free qualities make Sunbrella the undisputed champion.
Cushion Filler Material
When it comes to cushion filling material, foam is a classic choice, and it comes in various densities for personalized comfort. Choose high-density foam for maximum support and longevity but be mindful that it might retain moisture. Open-cell foam dries faster but might not offer the same level of support.
Quick-dry foam is a modern innovation, boasting superior water drainage and mildew prevention – perfect for our damp San Diego weather.
Perfect Replacement Cushions
While you can easily find replacement patio cushions at your local big box retailer, locating the perfect size, shape, depth, and material is more difficult. Luckily, Hauser’s Patio can help you design the perfect replacement cushions for your outdoor oasis. Take measurements, browse through our extensive inventory of upholstery fabric colors and patterns, and select the best material to hold up to the weather conditions in your backyard. You may be surprised at just how much new outdoor cushions will transform your backyard living space. We can also make custom toss pillows, too.
Although it can be daunting to find exactly what you are looking for when it comes to perfect replacement cushions, Hauser’s Patio makes it easy. We are here to help whenever you decide that it is time to toss those worn old cushions and opt for colorful new pads that make your old patio furniture look new again.
