What are the benefits of outdoor fabric?
Of course, there's nothing to stop you weaving everyday fabrics into your garden decor. But by using outdoor waterproof fabric that can take the rough and tumble of an al fresco lifestyle, you can enjoy complete peace of mind - and stop looking out of the window for black clouds.
A good outdoor fabric will not only be water-repellent, but also stain-resistant and colour fast - very handy in case of spilages, or when the kids stage an impromptu water fight. Even better, by using specialist water resistant fabric for outdoor cushions, you won't have to pack your furnishings away at the end of a late-night garden party.
Where can I use outdoor fabric?
A great jump-off is using outdoor fabric to make your own cushions, softening the edges of a boxy bench or metal patio furniture. But don't stop there. Picture yourself relaxing in the shade of a custom-made awning with a cool drink and magazine, or sending the kids out onto the lawn with personalised beanbags - safe in the knowledge that your outdoor water resistant fabric, won't be damaged by the morning dew.
From there, why not get creative, smartening up tired conservatory seating with outdoor furniture fabric, giving mildewed deckchairs a fresh dose of mojo, or creating a custom parasol unlike anything you'll find in the shops.
What's the best fabric for outdoor cushions?
Soft to the touch and available in a wide range of colours, 100% cotton canvas is a great first stop for occasional cushions and deckchairs. Just remember this fabric isn't water resistant and will need overnight storage.
If you'd prefer water resistant fabric cushions, browse our range of 100% dralon outdoor cushion fabric. Rugged and versatile, it is resistant to water, mould, stains and UV - making it the perfect choice for covering a matching parasol. Even better, it can be washed at 30 without fading our lively range of colours.
What other outdoor fabric is available?
At Just Fabrics, our range of outdoor fabric has something for every taste and budget - all of it practical, none of it drab. Maybe you'll choose our plain-woven outdoor fabric with its beautifully soft feel; perfect for outdoor cushions you'll snuggle into to enjoy the sunset. Perhaps you'll pick out the minimal cool of our textured herringbone Barley Outdoor Fabric - or make a statement with our bold Tropical Outdoor fabric that makes for hard-wearing beanbags and takes swimming pool splashback in its stride.
Meanwhile, if you're embracing the even-greater outdoors, be sure to investigate our 100% PU laminated Hatherop waterproof fabric - ideal for boat cushions that will survive a life on the ocean waves.
What should I do with my outdoor fabrics in autumn?
Most outdoor fabric is stain-resistant and easy to clean, so it should only take a quick wipe at the end of the season. When summer's over, you can simply pack away your outdoor fabric furniture in a shed or summer house, safe in the knowledge that its mould-resistant qualities mean it'll look great next season too.
