Patio Furniture

18 years ago

This is the set that needs to be recoveredlooked like when it was new. Any suggestions on what kind of foam/padding or fabric to use?

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mcnaughton
18 years ago
There are fabrics that are mold/mildew resistant and water reistance that you can buy. Online, look for "indoor-outdoor fabric." Joann's has some Christopher Lowell and Waverly (I think) I/O fabrics in stock. I bought some for about $8 yd at a local decorator fabric store. A big name in this type of fabric is "Sunbrella." I found from my reading that you should use bonded batting around the cushions before covering. Other kinds of batting shift and bunch up. I was going to get my batting at a local decorator fabric shop, but found it was cheaper if I bought it from an upholsterer. I hope this helps.
yvonnekate
18 years ago
Whatever fabric you decide to go with, scotchguard it before you start using the cushions. They will repel any moisture and will help reduce fading also. I think Joann Fabrics has a fairly good selection of upholstery fabrics.
I say go with whatever you love. Are you doing it yourself ?
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