Outdoor Waterproof Fabric - The Best Fabric for Furniture

Polyester

Polyester is one of the most versatile fabric choices for outdoor furniture and can be used for everything from throw pillows to umbrellas. Polyester is able to provide strength and flexibility while still remaining water-resistant. While waterproof, polyester fabric can lose its color quicker than other materials when left out in the sun so make sure to bring the furniture in or place them where they are primarily in the shade.

Olefin

Solution-Dyed Acrylic

100% Polyester

High UV-Rated Fabric

There are multiple fabrics that can undergo the process of being UV treated and is a feature to keep your eyes peeled for. UV, or ultraviolet, is a type of light that doesn't provide any help for us to see with but has a strong tendency to penetrate through fabrics and skin. It's the reason we need sunscreen to avoid getting burned on the beach and the same applies for your outdoor furniture.

If the staging area for your outdoor furniture is in an area that gets a lot of sunlight during the day, you'll need to go with a fabric that's more resistant to the UV waves. While nearly all fabrics can be treated, polyester is one of the most popular due to its balance of comfort, durability and style options.

Solution-Dyed Polyester

Another version of polyester to explore if you're looking to go the route of maximum comfort but also want to have colors that won't fade. Solution-dyed polyester has each yarn coated in PVC or vinyl, creating an even stronger waterproof coating that can also stand up to the harsh UV rays when outside. The mesh makeup of solution-dyed polyester also makes it more breathable so heat can dissipate and keep guests from feeling overheated during an afternoon barbecue.