Sheltered spaces
Covered terraces, conservatories and glazed garden rooms may need protection from strong light and occasional moisture rather than continuous exposure.
Outdoor Fabric
Explore designer outdoor fabric for seating, cushions and decorative curtains in gardens, terraces, poolside spaces and covered outdoor rooms.
Choose according to the intended application and level of exposure. Performance varies between products, so check the individual specification for recommended use, UV resistance, water repellency, care and abrasion performance before ordering. Samples are available to help you assess colour, texture and scale.
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What Makes a Fabric Suitable for Outdoor Use?
Outdoor fabric is designed or specified for use beyond a conventional interior, but performance is not identical across the collection. Depending on the product, useful characteristics may include resistance to fading, water-repellent finishes, cleanability, abrasion performance and resistance to mould or mildew.
The correct choice depends on where the fabric will be used, how much sun and moisture it will encounter, and whether it can be removed or stored. Always follow the recommended use and care information shown on the individual product.
Semi-exposed areas
Verandas, pergolas and covered poolside seating require careful attention to wind-driven rain, sunlight, drying and seasonal care.
Open-air settings
Furniture left in an uncovered position needs a product explicitly specified for that environment, together with suitable fillings and construction.
Seating beyond the interior
Outdoor Upholstery Fabric
Outdoor sofas, loungers and dining chairs need more than an attractive surface. Confirm that the fabric is recommended for upholstery and review its abrasion, lightfastness, cleaning and moisture-related performance.
The materials beneath the cover are equally important. Foams, fillings, threads and furniture construction must suit the intended environment, particularly where seating may become wet.
Comfort that can be moved and stored
Outdoor Cushion Fabric
Loose cushions offer flexibility because they can be moved into shelter during poor weather. Plain weaves create a calm foundation, while stripes and geometrics can introduce pattern without committing an entire furniture frame to a bold design.
Check both the face fabric and the cushion interior. Allow damp cushions to dry thoroughly and follow the supplier’s instructions for cleaning and storage.
An important specification distinction
Water-Repellent Is Not Necessarily Waterproof
A water-repellent finish helps moisture bead on the surface and can provide useful protection from light rain and spills. It does not automatically make a fabric an impermeable waterproof cover or suitable for permanent exposure.
Performance can also change through wear, cleaning and prolonged weathering. Use the individual technical specification—not appearance alone—to decide whether a fabric is appropriate for the planned location.
Shade, softness and privacy
Outdoor Curtain Fabric
Decorative curtains can soften pergolas, cabanas and sheltered terraces while providing privacy or helping to filter glare. The cloth must be suitable for its environment and able to cope with movement, sunlight and occasional moisture.
Consider the heading, hardware, hem clearance and how the curtains will be secured or stored in windy or wet conditions. Outdoor curtains should not be assumed to perform like permanent weather screens.
Build a coordinated exterior scheme
Colour, Pattern and Texture Outdoors
Outdoor settings can accommodate combinations that might feel stronger inside. Use a durable plain across larger seating areas, then introduce stripes, geometrics or botanical designs on smaller cushions and occasional pieces.
View a sample in the location where it will be used. Natural light can make colour appear very different from an indoor showroom, while texture and weave become more apparent at close range.
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Order an Outdoor Fabric Sample
Use a sample to assess colour, texture, pattern scale and handle in the intended setting. Before ordering, confirm the recommended application, width, repeat, composition, care information and relevant performance properties on the product page.
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Outdoor Fabric FAQs
Is outdoor fabric waterproof?
Not necessarily. Some fabrics are water-repellent or water-resistant rather than waterproof. Check the individual specification and intended end use before leaving fabric exposed to rain.
Can outdoor fabric be left outside all year?
This depends on the product, location and furniture construction. Many removable cushions benefit from being cleaned, dried and stored during prolonged poor weather, even when their covering is suitable for outdoor use.
Can outdoor fabric be used indoors?
Often yes. Outdoor fabrics can be useful in busy family rooms, kitchens, conservatories and other demanding interiors, provided their handle, appearance and specification suit the application.
Is every outdoor fabric suitable for upholstery?
No. A fabric may be intended for cushions, curtains or decorative use without being suitable for fixed upholstery. Confirm that upholstery appears within the individual product’s recommended uses.
Does outdoor fabric fade in sunlight?
Outdoor fabrics may be designed to resist fading, but no textile should be assumed completely fade-proof. Colourfastness varies, and prolonged intense sunlight can affect performance over time.
How should outdoor fabric be cleaned?
Follow the care instructions supplied for the particular fabric. Remove spills promptly, avoid unapproved cleaning products and allow fabric and fillings to dry fully before storage.