Garden Furniture Cushions – What You Sit On Is Important
A patio is a place to sit, relax and enjoy company of family and friends. It stands to reason that what you are sitting on plays a vital role in that scenario.
Make sure the cushions on your patio set are washable and can be removed. If they can be washed they will look better and last longer. If you can take them off you can change around the style and feel of your patio by switching the cushions.
You should also look for garden furniture cushions that are weatherproof. The material should be one that doesn’t absorb water and can be wiped clean without removing the whole cushion. A dirty cushion makes its owner look bad and you don’t always have time to remove and wash them before company arrives.
Another design feature you need to look for in garden furniture cushions is the filler. Some cushions are filled with polyester filling and others with high density foam. Both are good, but serve different functions. Outdoor furniture should use the polyester filling because it does not retain as much water and is designed to drain what water it is exposed to. Polyester filling is loosely packed, so it is comfortable and durable for many years.
For indoor applications, such as a screened porch, high density foam may work better. it is a litte more durable because it is thicker. However, it can soak up water and cause decay and mold. Foam may compress over time, causing the cushion to loose some comfort. If this happens it will need to be replaced or refilled.
You can find garden furniture cushions in various styles and colors. Replacing the cushions can dramatically change the overall look of your patio set.
Some people change them with the seasons, or at theme parties, to coordinate with other decor elements of their patios.
Measuring your chairs accurately before you purchase new cushions can ensure that you don’t buy any that are too small or large.
An overly large cushion can be uncomfortable and wear out faster. One that is too small can also be uncomfortable because it will flatten out as time goes by.
