Gloe Outdoor Throw Pillows - Weather Resistant Patio Pillow

Details at a Glance

Dimensions	18 in. W x 18 in. D x 6.5 in. H
Weight	3.0 lbs
Material	100% Polyester PET (woven)
Construction	Machine crewel embroidery with spun polyester thread; knife edge; hidden zipper closure
Color Options	Natural/Grey, Brown/Natural/Blush
Back Panel	Solid coordinating fabric with concealed zipper
Country of Origin	USA
Care	Machine wash separately in cold water, gentle cycle; air-dry flat; do not tumble dry or bleach

Outdoor pillows sewn from cotton or linen lose color and sag into mildew after a single season of rain and UV exposure, but polyester PET woven fabric repels moisture and resists fade without the constant rotation indoor textiles demand. The Gloe Outdoor Throw Pillows stand 6.5 inches tall in an 18-inch square format, bringing machine crewel embroidery and a hidden zipper closure to your patio seating, available at LOOMLAN Outdoor with free shipping. Pair them across outdoor accent chairs or layer with solid covers on sectionals where geometric stripe blocking holds its palette through full-sun afternoons.

How Does Polyester PET Handle Sun and Rain?

Polyester PET is a solution-dyed synthetic fiber that locks pigment at the molecular level, so UV rays can't strip color the way they leach dye from cotton or linen weaves. The woven construction sheds water rather than absorbing it, which means the pillow dries quickly after a storm and denies mold the damp environment it needs to take hold. You'll still see better longevity if you bring pillows under a roof during heavy weather, but occasional rain won't turn the fabric gray or leave it smelling sour -- polyester PET is engineered specifically to survive moisture cycles that wreck natural fibers.

Do You Need to Store These Pillows Over Winter?

You should bring the Gloe pillow inside or into a deck box when temperatures drop and the furniture goes unused for weeks at a time. Polyester PET won't rot in cold wet conditions the way cotton does, but snow load and freeze-thaw cycles will compress the loft and stress the zipper over months of neglect. If your patio stays covered and you're out there through the off-season, the pillow can stay in place -- just pull it indoors during ice storms or extended rain. When spring returns, a quick air-dry in the sun brings back the full height.

Where Does This Pillow Work Best Outdoors?

Use the Gloe pillow on covered patios, screened porches, and poolside loungers where the neutral stripe design coordinates with metal, teak, or resin wicker frames. The 18-inch square fits standard lounge chairs and dining seating without crowding armrests, and the 6.5-inch loft gives real back support when you settle in for more than a few minutes. Layer it with other outdoor pillows in solid colors, or scatter a pair across a sectional alongside weather-resistant accessories and outdoor wall art that tie the geometric embroidery into your broader scheme.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can outdoor pillows get rained on?

Polyester PET outdoor pillows can withstand occasional rain and will dry quickly, though you'll extend their lifespan by storing them under a roof or pulling them inside during heavy storms.

Will the fabric fade in direct sun?

The woven polyester PET fiber resists fading far better than cotton or linen, though rotating the pillow or moving it into partial shade during peak UV hours will keep the embroidered stripes looking sharp longer.

How do you clean the pillow cover?

Unzip the hidden closure, pull the cover off, and machine wash it separately in cold water on a gentle cycle -- then air-dry it flat and never tumble dry or bleach.

What makes the embroidery weather resistant?

The machine crewel embroidery uses spun polyester thread that shares the same UV and moisture resistance as the base fabric, so the stitched pattern won't fade or unravel when exposed to sun and humidity.

Does the pillow come with an insert?

The product includes the embroidered cover with a zipper closure; check the manufacturer specifications to confirm whether a fill insert ships with your order.

Is shipping free?

Yes -- LOOMLAN Outdoor offers free curbside delivery to the continental USA with no minimum purchase.