Buying Outdoor Fabrics
There are so many types of outdoor furniture fabric on the market, but information on how to choose the best fabric for outdoor furniture applications can be harder to find. Quality is fundamental, but so is matching the right fabric to the job. That’s where research and education matter -- and that’s why Phifer has created a series of guides to understand which outdoor fabric works best for each type of project. We have been weaving these fabrics for decades: we know them inside and out. Let us help give you the details and specific info you need to make the right choice the first time.
Different Types of Outdoor Fabric & Their Uses
Olefin: is a high performance indoor / outdoor fabric. Woven from strong-yet-soft olefin yarns, it combines the durability of traditional outdoor materials with the beauty and refinement of conventional designer upholstery fabrics. It’s durable, sturdy, color fast and easy to wash. It’s also lightweight and soft to the touch -- with more drape than you might expect from such a hard-wearing fabric. Olefin fabric is water resistant, wicks away moisture and dries quickly. It’s perfect for poolside use and won’t stay damp for long after a summer shower. For eco-conscious buyers, Olefin offers an environmentally-friendly option: the manufacturing process produces very little waste and olefin fabric is 100% recyclable.
Outdoor Cushion/Pillow Fabric
Choose olefin for projects like outdoor throw pillows, cushions and upholstery, where comfort, softness, and sophisticated design options are a top priority.
Outdoor Curtain Fabric
The drape of olefin material gives your outdoor curtains a graceful flow. And because the fabric is woven from solution-dyed olefin yarns, they won’t fade in the sun like some common polyester blends.
Vinyl-Coated PolyesterMesh
Woven from strong polyester yarns coated with a waterproof liquid vinyl, this tough outdoor fabric is engineered for strength and dimensional stability. This versatile fabric works well in many applications that demand durability and style. From sports equipment to beach bags to upholstery, woven vinyl mesh fabrics are long lasting and easy to clean. Because it doesn’t fray when cut, it can also be used for wonderful “no sew” projects: whip up placemats, tablecloths and table runners in no time at all.
Sling Chair Mesh
Because it’s so strong and sturdy, PVC-coated mesh is the best material for outdoor furniture that needs to comfortably -- and safely -- hold a person’s body weight. This durable mesh is your go-to for reupholstering sling chairs.
Wicker Weave
Wicker weave fabric is a type of Vinyl-coated polyester mesh with a dobby weave designed to mimic natural furniture materials like wicker, cane, straw, wood and more. Enjoy the charming look of nature with the benefits of expertly-engineered man-made materials!
Phifer's Outdoor Designed Fabrics
Phifertex® - Made in the USA, the Phifertex family of Vinyl-coated polyester mesh slingable fabrics offer spectacularperformance and unparalleled style. With so many unique weaves and elegant options to choose from, the design possibilities are both endless and exciting. Phifertex fabrics are super durable, UV / fade resistant, water resistant, and stain resistant. They are also infused with Microban to keep mold and mildew at bay. Low maintenance and easy to clean, Phifertex offers you a worry-free outdoor fabric that will stay vibrant even in tough conditions.
Murotex® - Specifically designed to meet the demands of busy commercial and business spaces, Phifer’s custom Murotexline is made in the USA. It is a high-end Vinyl-coated polyester mesh wall covering fabric that meets most safety codes for office buildings. Available in customized colors and patterns to suit any design scheme, Murotex is an excellent, easy-to-clean solution for durable upholstery in high traffic areas. It’s also an attractive choice for acoustical panels.
GeoBella® - Blurring the line between high performance and high design, Phifer’s GeoBella line is a superior olefin fabric, available in a dazzling array of classic and contemporary colors, weaves, prints and touchable textures. Stain resistant, UV / fade resistant, water resistant, and eco-friendly, GeoBella fabric is an ideal choice for both indoor and outdoor use.
GREENGUARD® Certified Fabrics for Cleaner Air
Phifer’s world-class Designed Fabrics are manufactured in accordance with GREENGUARD standards. These stringent specifications ensure some of the world’s lowest emissions of volatile organic compounds (also known as VOCs). Air quality matters, GREENGUARD Certification programs helps protect the air we breathe -- indoors and out.
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Taken from https://www.phifer.com/fabrics/types/