Chair cushions covered with outdoor fabric made from acrylic fiber will be less affected by UV rays and will also be stain and soil resistant. Acrylic fibers aren’t prone to mildew or mold therefore are excellent in damp or humid areas like gardens and poolside areas. The top acrylic patio chair cushions tend to be a little more expensive and are often designed specifically for use with wrought iron, metal lounge chairs or pool furniture.

One of the most popular styles, is the Arden Regency Fern Stripe Sunbrella Acrylic Wrought Iron Chaise Cushion (upholstered in acrylic Sunbrella fabric), measuring 22.5 by 74.5, and priced at around $80.

The matching outdoor chair cushions (such as the Arden Regency Fern Stripe Sunbrella Acrylic Wrought Iron Chair Cushion) costs about $50. Both are available online – just click on the images.

Some of the Arden outdoor chair cushions are upholstered in blends of polyester and olefin fabric, woven in such a way as to have good strength and resist stains, although being reasonably priced. The olefin fibers give outdoor fabric a refined appearance that looks more expensive than it is.

Consider the Outdoor wicker chair cushion in a fun print with a thick 4 inch inner fill that costs about $24. Match with other items such as the Wicker Settee Outdoor Cushion, which is long and fits a loveseat-style armchair or bench that measures 41.5 inches by 18 inches. It’s priced at around $40.

Sometimes when hear the term PVC we think of tubes, but when it comes to the Arden outdoor furniture cushions that are upholstered with PVC fabric, what this means is that the yarn, usually polyester, has been coated with PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride) and refers to what’s commonly known as vinyl. These strengthened coated fibers are then woven into a hardy upholstery fabric, ideal for the outdoors, that’s strong and easy to keep clean since it doesn’t easily absorb moisture, soil or spills.

Many of the soft printed fabrics that are affordable and popularly used for upholstering outdoor cushions and decorative pillows, are made from spun polyester (sometimes regular polyester). Spun polyester fabric on outdoor chair cushions is soft, comfy and resistant to wrinkles, but unless treated isn’t as durable as acrylic, olefin blends or vinyl coated fabrics.

Here are some of the best replacement cushions that we recommend from the Arden collections. All the outdoor cushions can be ordered online.

1. outdoor cushions as decorative accents

Arden Husk Texture Toss Pillow is a classic square cushion that measures 14 by 14 inches. It’s 4 inches thick, filled with fluffy “blow fill”, and upholstered with soft, durable spun polyester outdoor fabric. Choose a variety of solid colors or patterns, such as the plain hunter green, black or stropped orange (which is pictured).

2. hinged chair cushions – portable seating pads

A hinged chair cushion is a versatile lightweight pad that stands on it’s own or rests on a chair. It’s great for portable garden furniture or for taking to the beach. It’s not a plush seat, with just 1.75 inches of lightweight polyester fill, but adequate as a pad. Order the Arden V526146A Hinged Chair Outdoor Cushion on Amazon.com.

3. patio chair cushions and matching settee designs

One of the most elegant patio chair cushions and settee sets are the ones called Arden Cushion for Wicker Settee (model number Y348536B-9X4) that cost about $50 for the long settee pads, and about $40 for the chair cushions. Matching accenting pillows are about $20. Get the complete 3 piece sets for around $100 or choose pieces separately as required.

4. cheap outdoor chair cushions for wicker, metal or wood seats

For a very reasonable price you can order the Arden Wicker outdoor Chair Cushions that have a variety of patterns, and although they’re designed for wicker furniture, they can be used on wooden or standard metal seats. The matching bench and loveseat cushions are also available.

5. outdoor furniture cushions for benches and swings

There’s a bench cushion that comes with ties and measures 44.5 inches that’s ideal for standard benches and offers excellent comfort because it’s filled with a double layer of polyester fiber fill. The outdoor fabric upholstery is a vibrant orange color with a pattern called Casa Marina made from spun polyester. Buy the Arden Casa Marina Orange Double Welt Pad outdoor furniture cushion from Amazon.

Order the matching chaise lounge cushion in the same Casa Marina pattern, also with the double layer of padding. The cushions fit chaise loungers that are up to 72 inches long.

To pair the Casa marina design with other pieces of outdoor furniture, buy the coordinating seat cushions, upholstered in the same fabric, filled with two layers of polyester fiber, for around $25.

Although bench cushion can also be used on some models of swings, Arden creates a complete line of outdoor swing replacement cushions. One is the (model number 53X20flor) Swing Cushion and the matching (model A412577b-9X8) Patio Chair Cushions that cost about $20.

6. versatile deep seat outdoor cushion set

For about $60 you can have a deep seat cushion that’s designed to fit a variety of standard outdoor chairs. The Arden (model number R557727A-9X4) Flange Deep Seat Set of Outdoor Cushion designs are upholstered in a dual Varina pattern and deep green solid fabric.

This plush cushion set has a five and a half inch polyester fiber filling and has been upholstered in a polyester fabric treated to resist UV rays (with a 500 hour UV rating). The cushions measure 24 inches square. They’re easy to clean with plain water.

Why Choose Arden Outdoor Cushions?

Arden offers some of the most affordable options in outdoor replacement cushions for standard patio furniture. All the products, including their garden umbrellas, are guaranteed because they use some of the best outdoor fabrics available, including the Sunbrella collections that are renowned for their durability.

While Arden specializes in replacement cushions, they also make garden umbrellas, so it’s possible to coordinate fabrics and create matching patio / garden sets instead of having plain white or green umbrellas and then choosing separate floral printed cushions and pillows. For example the Arden 9 inch Floral Garden Umbrella (model number A412690a-9X1) is amongst one in the Garden/ Patio Umbrellas & Shades collections that have a variety of prints, solids and stripes. Take a look at all the options available that match their replacement cushions for chairs, swings, benches, loveseats and benches.

The umbrella pictured cost about $70. It’s a three position tilted design with a crank and is covered with UV resistant fabric that matches other Arden items we feature.

Caring for Patio Chair Cushions and Protecting Outdoor Fabric

The cushions that Arden offers are called “water resistant” but that shouldn’t be confused with “waterproof”. Fabric cushions with polyester fill, although treated to resist UV rays and not retain mold or mildew, will be ruined if left outdoors in the rain. It’s recommended that all patio furniture seats with upholstered fabric cushions and pillows be covered with vinyl or treated outdoor furniture covers (such as the ones by Veranda) so that the furniture / cushions will last year after year. It’s a good idea to use a cushion bag, that’s vented to store cushions, pillows and lounge seat pads during off-seasons.

Pillow and Cushion Storage

During summer months, when patio chair cushions are in use, the best way to clean them is with pure water. In some cases, polyester or spun polyester fabrics that haven’t been treated with a special coating, may be washed with a small amount of detergent, but the key to avoiding mold, mildew and decay, is to dry, dry, dry the cushions in the open air on a sunny day. Don’t store outdoor cushion in a bag before they’ve been washed and thoroughly dried.

Buy one of the top rated storage systems, like the Veranda Patio Cushion Bag that’s versatile for chair, chaise lounge cushions and pillows. The Veranda outdoor furniture covers and storage bags are available online. The bag we suggest cost about $32 and is part of the Veranda series of outdoor furniture cover designs by Classic Accessories. Order now for $31.29, and if you’re in the United States, receive free shipping.

(Note: the Veranda storage bags are water replant, but the zipper doesn’t have a flap covering, therefore the bag can’t be left outside on a deck or patio where it may be rained upon. Store the bag indoors, or slide it under a patio table or piece of furniture, that’s protected with a cover.)

Cleaning and Protecting Products

It’s worthwhile to invest in a bottle of outdoor fabric and upholstery cleaner like the Simoniz products or the DuPont Teflon Carpet & Upholstery Cleaner that retails in 16 ounce spray bottles under $10. Buy some now to make sure your outdoor cushions stay fresh and protected.

It’s recommended to give your new or replacement cushions a spray of extra protection before they get soiled, as soon as you receive them. We suggest that when you order your pillows and cushions online you also add a bottle of 3M 4106D 10-Ounce Scotchgard Fabric Protector for Fabric and Upholstery (which costs under $6) and will repel liquid spills and stop stains from occurring in the first place.

The 3M spray won’t alter how your cushions look or feel, and they can still be washed and air dried as usual, just that they won’t be so easy to stain. The Scotchgard Fabric Protector is specifically designed to protect your seat cushions and pillows from soil, dust, mildew and moisture, and can even help if they get wet in an unexpected shower.

3M ScotchGuard has almost no odor, isn’t flammable and will give any upholstery a bit of extra UV protection even if cushions (seats, backs, swings, canopies) have already been protected with a factory UV inhibitor and water repellent. It’s a good idea to give cushions and pillows a quick spray of Scotchgard Fabric Protector, after they’ve been washed and dried, to replace the original UV protection, stain resistance and water repellency that may have been lost through use and washing.

Outdoor Patio Suggestions

For more information on outdoor fabric options, bench cushions by other manufacturers and swing cushions that are designed for wooden or canopy-covered models, please refer to related posts.

To enhance your outdoor space, you may be considering garden umbrellas, and looking for an umbrella stand that won’t get blown over in the wind. See what we recommend in classic and contemporary umbrellas and bases in articles where you can get information as well as shop for suggested products.

Want to add a garden hammock to your deck or patio?
Need ideas for pool furniture that won’t be affected by moisture or splashing?
Considering building a shade structure with a triangular prefab shade sail or a large treated shade cloth by Coolaroo?

Get the shopping suggestions you’ve been looking here at outdoor Patio Covers.

Patio Shoppers is an outdoor furnishings specialty shop that operates online and has wicker and rattan and lots of patio items, including a collection of discount patio furniture cushions that don’t look discount at all. One of the most natural looking, simple yet elegant, designs is the Sedona style, which includes a selection of deep, soft wicker patio cushions that are priced under $140 and yet are made with the Sunbrella fabrics that just can’t be beat for quality. They are 3 and a half inches thick, with foam and batting, so you sink into luxurious softness, and the outer fabric is totally up to you. It can be a delicate natural beige or tan color, or a tropical floral or exotic motif that brings the jungle to life in your garden or on your deck. Although you won’t want to leave these cushions out in the rain or snow, they are crafted so as to not fade, retain moisture or mildew or mold and to be easy to clean. They endure sun and daily use and will be the outdoor patio chair cushions that you won’t need to worry about too much even someone spills something on them, or they get a little poolside splash.

Just to give you an idea what you can expect in choices for fabrics that are exotic and fun or tropical and elegant, take a look at these three patio seat cushion swatches. The first is called Thorndale Volcano….and it really does have an explosion of great colors, yet it’s still classy, not gaudy. The second is called Laguna Sage and is floral yet subtle with the background in the soft sage tones, just accented with the gorgeous hibiscus flower. The third patio cushion swatch that is delicate yet subtly tropical is the Veranda Polar Blue, but has a dominate amount of taupe in the feathery leaf motif. Naturally you may also choose the plain colors or nautical stripes or even abstract designs as well.

Replacement Cushions For Patio Furniture That Are Cheap and Practical

As we research the possible options for the most affordable patio cushions you can get online, we have been pleasantly surprised that there are some genuine good deals with Amazon. For example, take a look at the Hawaiian Palm Tropic design that costs just $19.99 and is cushy for sitting yet lively to look at with a brick red background for a leafy floral pattern.

This is a great option if you’re on a tight budget, or if you need a lot new cushions for chairs you already have. It’s also a great way to freshen up a tired look for summer, and do it without spending a fortune.

Take a second look at the rich look that the fabric has and how it could add some new life to your patio, and remember that you can get the single patio seat cushion or the loveseat in the same fabric. The loveseat one costs a little more, or try buying two and the loveseat, in other words a three piece set for under $90!

That’s the latest we’ve found, just to give you an update on some fun tropical and natural looking summer patio cushion choices, but if you haven’t yet browsed the first article, Outdoor Patio Furniture Cushions, then please take a minute and have a look at the gorgeous Sunbrella options we recommended earlier, and have fun redecorating your outdoor patio and garden.

Just in case you’re also looking for more drastic changes, we also have suggestions for awnings and aluminum patio covers and other ways to upgrade your porch, deck, carport, add a gazebo or make your open spaces more friendly with screens and patio curtains. Check out our related topics for more details.

If you think that patio seat cushions must be crunchy and uncomfortable then you haven’t seen the latest Sunbrella cushions that are elegant and comfy and also durable.

What’s the secret behind durable Sunbrella patio chair cushions?

You may not want to leave the cushions sitting in a rain storm or snowstorm, but then you don’t even leave your wood or metal furniture outside uncovered during a storm, so the secret to the fabric cushions is not that they repel snow or water but are resistant to the things that really destroy outdoor patio furniture cushions and that is mildew, sun everyday wear and cleaners. Having a special stain resistant finish and being engineered to withstand the elements and use that is specific to outdoor furniture, the Sunbrella designs are not just durable but easy to care for and clean with a wipe or a brush. For years of vibrant colors and soft cushy cushions, choose the padding that will let you really relax in comfort without the worry of high maintenance.

On top of the quality, the fabric options are almost unlimited. How does fabric selection work? Well, you can do most of the work online. They have a massive catalogue of what they call their fabric showroom.

There you will view swatches of the patterns and designs with a description of each. You will choose if the cushions are for indoors, outdoors or even sailboats and yachts.

You can do a search of the dozens and dozens of styles by pattern or color or style and get right to what you need fast and efficiently. Then you can preview your selection on a piece of furniture and even see how a matching umbrella would look. With the exact fabric number and product code you can then do a quick search for a dealer or retailer near you and place your order. It’s all customizable and really user friendly.

When you have your seat cushion or bench cushions delivered and set up on your deck or around your pool you can keep the fabrics like new without deep cleaning or intensive work. The recommended care is so simple it sounds almost silly to have to say it. Just brush off the dirt and wipe off spills. If a nasty spill were to occur, and you fear it might stain, then you can wash with warm water and let it air-dry. The cushions are specifically designed to dry quickly without any need to use heat or special techniques.

The removable cushion covers can also be tossed into a washing machine and cleaned with cold water and left to air-dry naturally. And if you’re wondering how to remove mildew stains, you can relax, because the Sunbrella products are designed in such a way as to not promote the growth of mildew. Naturally if left really soiled and wet day after day even the best of the best will develop mould, but in the case of Sunbrella, the mildew or fungus will only develop if the cushions have a foreign substance that has penetrated them, they themselves will not retain or grow mildew.

When you buy the chaise lounge cushions or garden cushions from this company, they will arrive already treated with a special finish that aids them being water repellant and stain resistant. It is unnecessary, under normal conditions, for these cushions to need any kind of deep cleaning for several years, only if you have already washed them in order to remove some accidental spill, then they will need to retreated with what is called the 303 High Tech Fabric Guard™. None of the fabrics require dry-cleaning, just washing and using the fabric guard, and let the cushions get as much fresh air as possible, which also will apply to the cushion owners!

You might say that the secret of having wonderful outdoor furniture that is comfy and durable is all about the cushions and the fabric you choose to cover them with.

For more information on patio furniture covers to protect during rain or winter months, or for ideas on how to design fun and practical patio covers to shelter your outdoor space year-round, please continue browsing related topics.

Another huge problem on my patios and patio furniture, aside from the elements, is the ever abundant (and not so friendly) bird droppings that if left, eat away at vinyl and plastic patio furniture and discolor and stain wood (even teak) and tarnish metal patio chairs. Before getting covers I also went through several patio cushions due to the un-toilet trained neighborhood birds.

Patio Furniture Covers for Protection

Prior to living in Spain, I spent many years in Asia where I had (in one home) two patios and where without patio furniture covers my teak lounge chairs and other furniture wouldn’t have lasted one monsoon or typhoon season, not because of storms and high winds, but just the daily constant drizzle and moisture in the air during certain months.

outdoor patio furniture sets made of wicker disintegrated before my eyes and literally turned into a pile of mush in less than 3 months. A patio furniture cover is well worth the price because otherwise every year or two (or less if it’s rattan or whicker) you find yourself wanting to buy new chairs and tables because even the plastic resin patio furniture becomes stained, mildewed and often cracked and unstable after a very short period of time if left exposed.

Covers To Slip on and Off

One of the things that is annoying about having to cover patio furniture is that they must be put on and taken off of each item, and so many of us will get lazy and not do it every night as we should.

There is a great solution to having to individually stretch a cover over each piece of patio furniture, and that is using a table and chair covers that are combined into one easy to toss covering over all the items together. All you have to do is set the furniture together and plop the cover over the group and you’re done. When shopping for them, they have many names but the most common is a patio set cover and they will come in specific sizes depending on your furniture models.

There are exact covers to perfectly match most of the common styles and brands, even the smaller bistro tables and chairs or the long lounge teak or resin sets that are odd shapes to cover.

An outdoor patio furniture cover for any kind of furniture should allow you to have like-new chairs and tables year after year, not to mention the fact that when you go to sit on your outdoor patio furniture they will be clean and not full of leaves, bird droppings, moisture, blackened with mildew or covered with fuzzy green mold or moss.

An outdoor furniture cover needn’t be a difficult thing to put on and remove quickly, and furniture covers needn’t only be for winter or inclement weather, but can be used at night or during the week when you spend less time outdoors. Slip them on, slip them off. Make it a habit.

Even if you have a patio that is covered and has a roof which extends over your porch or over a deck or patio area that appears to get less direct sun and rain, the furniture may still some added protection from wind and moisture and even subzero temperatures that can make patio chair cushions and other outdoor furniture becomes cracked, crinkly or crisp and not nice to sit on.

Covers can also protect fabric cushions without having to bring them inside every night.