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Is it time to give your indoor-outdoor furniture a makeover?
Plush chairs and sofas used on patios and porches are often the first to experience color fading due to the amount of sunlight they receive. They are also often the first to become irreparably dirty due to their proximity to grass and soil. If you’re planning to enjoy your indoor-outdoor furniture throughout the rest of the summer – and maybe even plan some Labor Day entertaining – then you want to keep your fabrics looking as clean and as fresh as a bright summer’s day.
Luckily, there is no need to replace expensive pieces of furniture. You can simply reupholster your furniture with indoor-outdoor fabrics.
An outdoor entertaining area will look stylish for the season with a sharp striped pattern or beach-themed vibe. Chairs used for dining can be reupholstered in fabrics that resist food spills. Indoor-outdoor fabrics are designed so that you don’t have to compromise on style while still remaining kid- and pet-friendly.
Just look for 100% Sunbrella® fabrics that have been designed specifically for indoor-outdoor use. They make it possible for you to live in style without having to worry about the furniture.
Here are 4 reasons why you should choose new indoor-outdoor fabrics for your furniture this summer:
1. Indoor-Outdoor Fabrics are Weather-Resistant
If you want to minimize color-fading, then you need indoor-outdoor fabrics. You’ll find that acrylic woven fabrics will be twice as resistant as printed acrylic or polyester print fabrics. But Sunbrella® fabrics are best of all, maintaining their colors even through hot summer sun exposure and bleach cleanings.
Indoor-outdoor fabrics are also useful for resisting dirt stains and mildew, which make them perfect for outdoor use, especially if you live in a damp climate or somewhere rain is frequent.
2. Indoor-Outdoor Fabrics are Stain-Repellant
Many indoor-outdoor fabrics have a stain-repellant finish, so taking care of them is easy. Most stains will be removable with just mild soap and water. If you anticipate heavy staining, choose a Sunbrella® fabric, which can be cleaned with a mild bleach solution.
For outdoor cushions, consider filling them with quick-drying marine foam inserts. These cushions can even be washed down easily with a hose.
3. Indoor-Outdoor Fabrics are Meant for Heavy Use
If you have small children or pets, you may want to reupholster all your furniture with indoor-outdoor fabrics as they stand up best to everyday heavy use.
The durability of indoor-outdoor fabrics also makes them an ideal choice for those planning big outdoor parties this summer.
4. Indoor-Outdoor Fabrics are In Style
Back in the day, indoor-outdoor fabrics were stiff and uncomfortable, so homeowners would understandably shy away from them.
Now, indoor-outdoor fabrics come in softer textures and in a wide array of colors and designs. This means you can be perfectly in style – and practical too!
To check out GoingDecor’s collection of indoor-outdoor fabrics – including Sunbrella® fabrics – check out our collection!