Outdoor Upton Pillow - Linen

Details at a Glance

Outdoor pillows lose their shape and color when the fabric can't hold up to full sun and rain -- this 22-inch square pillow uses solution-dyed Sunbrella acrylic, a fiber that locks color throughout before weaving, so it resists UV fade, repels water, and fights mildew season after season. The D.V. Kap Upton Pillow in Linen, a 22x22-inch outdoor throw pillow handcrafted in California, is available at LOOMLAN Outdoor with free shipping. The removable cover unzips for cleaning, and the construction is sewn to order for quality you won't find in mass-market imports.

How Well Does Sunbrella Acrylic Hold Up to Rain and Sun?

Sunbrella acrylic is solution-dyed, meaning pigment saturates each fiber before it's spun into yarn -- that color isn't printed on the surface, so UV rays can't strip it away the way they do with polyester or cotton. The tight weave sheds rain instead of soaking it up, and the synthetic fiber dries fast when it does get wet. It resists mildew in humid climates and won't bleach out under direct afternoon sun, making it the benchmark for commercial outdoor upholstery. You're getting the same material hotels and resorts use on poolside furniture.

Can You Leave a Sunbrella Pillow Outside All Winter?

You can -- the acrylic itself won't rot or fade during an off-season -- but storing it under a deck box or bringing it inside extends the life of the zipper and insert. Rain and snow won't hurt the cover, though repeated freeze-thaw cycles can stress stitching over years. If you live somewhere with wet winters, pull it in when you close up the patio; if your winters are dry, it's fine to leave out. Either way, the material bounces back without molding or fading when the weather turns.

Where Does This Work Best on a Patio or Deck?

A 22-inch square fits standard-depth outdoor sofas and sectionals without crowding the seat, and it layers well with smaller outdoor pillows in complementary tones or patterns. Use it on deep-seat lounge outdoor accent chairs, porch swings, or even indoor banquettes for a cohesive indoor-outdoor look. If you're pulling together a full outdoor room, our designing your outdoor living space guide walks through scale and layering.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will the linen color fade if the pillow sits in direct sun all day?

Sunbrella solution-dyed acrylic resists UV fading far longer than surface-dyed polyester or cotton -- the pigment is locked into the fiber before weaving, so sun can't bleach it out.

Can this pillow get rained on without mildewing?

Yes -- the acrylic repels water and dries quickly, and the fiber resists mold and mildew even in humid or coastal climates.

Is it suitable for a salt-air or coastal location?

Yes -- Sunbrella acrylic is engineered for marine environments and won't corrode or fade from salt spray.

How do you clean the cover?

Unzip the hidden closure, remove the cover, and machine-wash cold with mild detergent. Air-dry to keep the shape and finish intact.

Does the pillow arrive fully assembled?

Yes -- the insert is inside the zippered cover and ready to use. Free curbside delivery is included to the continental USA.

What's the advantage of California handcrafted construction?

Each pillow is cut and sewn to order in the USA, so you get tighter quality control and better stitching than imported mass-production runs.