Sunbrella maintenance

Everything You Need to Know About Protecting and Cleaning Your Sunbrella Garden Furniture

Sunbrella cushions

Are you looking for soft cushions that are also weather-repellent? Then Sunbrella cushions are for you! The synthetic fibers make the cushions soft. It feels like an interior fabric, but has the properties which allow it to remain outdoors in All-weather conditions. Additionally, Sunbrella cushions have a natural look and feel. 

  • Water and stain repellent

  • Natural look and feel

  • Soft texture

Why maintain Sunbrella outdoor cushions?

Because Sunbrella cushions are weather-resistant, you don't have to worry about moisture lingering in the cushions and causing mold. Due to the treatment that Sunbrella cushions receive, mold cannot adhere to the fabric. While Sunbrella requires minimal maintenance, treating the cushions twice a year is recommended to keep them resistant to dirt and water, thus extending their lifespan.

Maintaining your Sunbrella outdoor cushions

For the best protection, we recommend treating your Sunbrella cushions at least twice a year. We advise doing this in the spring and fall. This prepares the cushions for a new season and protects them from adverse weather conditions in the fall.

Required time: approximately 30 minutes

You'll need:

  • Dry soft brush

  • Sponge or soft scouring pad

  • Water

  • Mild soap

Step 1: Maintaining your Sunbrella outdoor cushions

The first thing you should do to maintain your cushions is to clean them regularly. Remove loose dirt such as leaves, mud, green algae spores, and dust with a soft cloth. Blot a liquid stain with a dry, clean cloth.

Tip: If your set is placed under a tree, regularly check for any bird droppings on the furniture and remove them promptly to prevent them from settling in.

Step 2: Clean your Sunbrella cushions

Thanks to a dirt-repellent coating, stains won't penetrate the material, and mold has no chance. Spray a cleaning solutions of water and mild soap on the cushions and use a soft brush to clean. Allow the cleaning solution to soak into the fabric.

Step 3: Rinse your cushions with water

After treating the Sunbrella material with the cleaning solution, thoroughly rinse the surface with water and let it air dry.

Please note: Always ensure that your furniture is completely dry before covering it with a protective cover to prevent the formation of mold.

Protecting your outdoor furniture

After a delightful summer, when the temperature drops and you start to use your outdoor furniture less frequently, it's advisable to protect it using a high quality protective cover. This prevents damage caused by falling branches and leaves.
To properly protect your outdoor furniture set, a fitting cover is essential. The material should be waterproof and resistant to various weather conditions. All our protective covers are made of waterproof polyester and have a drawstring to ensure a snug fit around the set.