Outdoor Waterproof Fabric - The Best Fabric for Furniture

Sunbrella

The Sunbrella brand uses patented Color to the Core technology; every layer of the fabric is dyed, so the fabric retains a new feel over years. Through cleaning, weather and wear-and-tear, Sunbrella resists fading and damage. While Sunbrella isn't waterproof, it's resistant to mold, mildew, weather, water, pilling, stains and UV rays.

Sunbrella brings worry-free living to a cloud-like, high-quality feel.

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.