Professional Strength Outdoor Furniture Waterproofer

Product Information

All sprays are not created equal, so their content is not the same. As a result, most sprays for better suited for certain types of materials. Firstly, make sure to regularly brush off any dirt or debris that may have accumulated on the surface of your cushions. This will prevent any stains from setting in, and also help to keep the material looking fresh and new.

But it’s easy to fix! Lay out your pillows ( or whatever) on a piece of cardboard to protect from overspray. Besides providing waterproofing, they also help to maintain the color, feel, and breathability of the fabric. Here are the pillows in their new home ( photo courtesy of my mom and her iPhone!) I just love how the fabric looks on those chairs! And you can’t see it in the photo, but there’s a bright red picnic table behind where she’s standing to take the photo, so the whole patio matches with those fun primary colors! Besides waterproofing, the product also acts as a stain guard, repelling stains from your fabric. A single application can last a season.

How often should I replace my outdoor cushions?

The product is best applied in a zigzag pattern, and it only requires a thin layer. Spray the cushions until they are evenly wet but don’t oversaturate or apply too much on one spot. After spraying, wait at least six hours for them to dry. It might take 12-24 hours for them to cure completely. Garden Cu A great analogy we like to use is you wouldn’t wax a dirty car so you wouldn’t waterproof a dirty item,” Allen explains. “While the waterproofing is the cool part of it all because you can see the beading, people forget that cleaning is the first, most important step in the waterproofing process.” One good thing about the spray is that it doesn’t change the look or feel of the cushion material. And once dry, it keeps your fabric dry for a long time without affecting the fabric’s breathability. To make sure you choose the best waterproofing spray for your needs, consider the following factors:

Consider the peace of mind that comes with knowing your outdoor cushions are protected from the elements. Spraying outdoor cushions with waterproofers while they are already wet is not recommended by the majority of manufacturers or products. Ideally you will spray your fabric while it is dry. This will lead to the most success you can get out of a waterproof spray. How to Dry Your Outdoor Cushions? Vinyl-coated polyester: This material is also highly durable and waterproof, making it a great option for outdoor cushion liners. It’s also resistant to UV rays and mildew.• Nikwax is a brand that prides itself on using eco-friendly ingredients. It’s also effective at waterproofing outdoor cushions, but it may be more expensive than other brands. One of the pros of Nikwax is that it can help to restore the breathability of your cushions, which is important for preventing mold and mildew growth. However, it may not be as widely available as other brands.• If you are dealing with new cushions, this step is probably unnecessary. Make Sure Cushions are DryYou can tell if your fabric needs waterproofing by dropping a few drops of water onto it. Does the water bead up and stay on the surface of the fabric, or does it soak into the fabric and turn it a darker color? If it soaks in and changes the color, your fabric isn’t waterproof! The sprayer works well, so application is easy. After washing the pants, we sprayed them while they were still wet, blotted off areas where the excess product had pooled with a damp towel, and then threw them in the machine dryer on low, though you can also let your items air-dry if needed. When trying the pants again, water beaded off them instead of soaking through in the spots where it was previously wetting out, and the breathability was again excellent.