Are you looking for the best material for your garden furniture? Look no further, as Sunbrella® fabric is the way to go.
Why Choose Sunbrella Fabric?
- Durability: Sunbrella fabric is incredibly strong and long-lasting.
- Weather Resistance: It can withstand any weather conditions without fading.
- Easy Maintenance: This fabric is easy to clean and resistant to water, mold, and rot.
- UV Protection: Sunbrella fabric offers excellent protection against UV rays.
Sunbrella fabrics are made from 100% solution-dyed acrylic material with a fluorocarbon finish. The rich, vibrant color is embedded during the manufacturing process, ensuring it won't fade or wash away.
Since the 1960s, Sunbrella fabrics have been used for various applications, including shades, upholstery, marine cushions, and pillows. Manufactured by Glen Raven Inc., these fabrics have become increasingly popular for garden furniture due to their ability to withstand harsh weather conditions, their aesthetic appeal, and their longevity. These factors have significantly contributed to their growing popularity.
Why Sunbrella® Fabric?
They Are Comfortable and Beautiful
The fabrics are breathable, and air can pass through them, giving you an ambient environment to relax. They also come in beautiful colours and patterns, currently having over 248 choices giving you a wide collection to choose from, more so if you are a colour fanatic.
They are also robust and incredible to touch.
Easy To Maintain
Sunbrella fabrics are easy to clean and only require you to have soap and water. They are long-lasting and can serve you for as long as you can wash them with mild soap and lukewarm water solution. Always remember to rinse thoroughly and air dry after washing.
These fabrics are also compatible with bleach and won't fade thanks to the deep saturation of colour.
They Are Not Prone To Mould
It's possible to place garden furniture made of Sunbrella at any place of your convenience near a pool, a swampy area, or an area directly to the sun—something made possible by the fact that these fabrics can prevent the growth of moulds and mildews.
Extensively Contributes Towards the Green Economy
These days, everyone is focused on conserving energy and tackling climate change. Moving towards a green economy is something every manufacturer needs to get on board with.
Sunbrella is leading the way by making their manufacturing process as efficient and eco-friendly as possible. For example, they use minimal water and energy during the color saturation process.
They also have a fantastic recycling and repurposing program, reclaiming waste from both before and after consumer use. This green approach not only benefits the company but also brings health benefits to the local community.
Made Using Quality Raw Materials
One of the contributing factors to the Sunbrella long-lasting nature is the good quality of their raw materials. The fact that high-value material makes them give them the ability to withstand harsh climatic conditions for a long time.
They also use a high-quality thread known as Tenara Sewing Thread, which contributes to the fabric's long-lasting nature.
Caring for Sunbrella® Fabrics
With proper maintenance, Sunbrella cushions can serve you for a maximum of 10 years, even when exposed to extreme weather conditions. Make sure to regularly clean your garden furniture to prevent the accumulation and embedment of dirt and food particles. Below are the steps you should follow when cleaning but take note to first vacuum the fiber before cleaning.
Moreover, take precautions to spread the stain to the nearby clean fibres or use a stiff brush that may damage the fibre. After taking the needful precautions, you can now go ahead and do the cleaning using the steps below.
- Try to remove the dirt by brushing the stain lightly.
- If the above step does not help, come up with a solution composed of a quarter cup of mild soap, a gallon of water, and a cup of bleach.
- Spray the solution onto the stained areas
- Use a sponge, a soft bristle brush, or a sponge to do the cleaning
- Please leave it to soak for about 15 minutes
- Do thorough rinsing and leave it to air dry completely
