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Cushion materials used in outdoor furniture must be resilient to the vagaries of the weather, including direct sunlight, wet conditions and humidity. The best materials include:

• Solution-dyed acrylic: This material has been lauded for holding the colour very well when exposed to harsh UV light. It’s tough, absorbs air well, and does not let in water or mould-like substances.
• Polyester: A water-repellent coating might be applied to cheap polyesters, providing reasonable durability and colour fading.

• Olefin: This material is solid and does not get damaged by water or washing; it does not fray, shrink, or fade, so it is ideal for use in a garden.
• Vinyl: Sitting for furniture in usually damp regions, vinyl is waterproof and relatively simple to wash but could be better at ventilation and may get hot.

Most outdoor upholstery fabrics are as good as waterproof and are only suited to offering protection against slight rain or even spatterage. After some period, such finishes may get washed away, forcing one to reapply the water-resistant finishes. About covering, using a waterproof top or placing furniture inside a protected area is highly advised.

The longevity of outdoor upholstery depends on several factors:

Material Quality: The latter can degrade faster than the former, but higher quality fabric, like the solution-dyed acrylic, will last about 5-10 years and above.

1. Exposure to Elements: Light affects furniture’s texture, and exposure to direct sunlight, rain, and humidity shortens its life. Flowers can protect furniture from direct sunlight and covers protect furniture from prolonged sun exposure.
2. Care and Maintenance: One can do much to protect their upholsteries, such as Cleaning often and storing them properly in off-seasons such as winter.

Indeed, fading is the typical problem affecting outdoor fabrics when exposed to excessive sunlight over time. However, many kinds of outdoor fabrics, like solution-dyed acrylic and some types of polyester, can combat UV rays and thus will not fade as quickly as other standard fabrics.

Indoor fabrics cannot withstand outside conditions like water and mildew or the damaging effects of ultraviolet light. If indoor fabrics are used outdoors, they become susceptible to fast wear and tear, fading, and moulding. Only fabrics made for outdoor purposes should be considered when selecting fabrics for patio designs.

Covering furniture during winter is also an excellent idea; see also tips for outdoor storage. Snow, freezing rain, and ice, characteristics of the cold winter season, can damage upholstery. Furniture canopies, made from hard-wearing, water-repellent fabrics, may shield your furniture. In other cases, you may store your furniture inside your house or in a dry and well-sheltered area to enhance its longevity.