Fabric Collections

Details at a Glance

Product Type	Fabric swatch collection
Material Categories	Solution-dyed acrylic (Sunbrella), marine-grade vinyl, all-weather performance textiles
Weather Resistance	UV fade-resistant, water-repellent, mildew-resistant
Applications	Outdoor furniture cushions, upholstery, pillows, slings

You're not picking upholstery for a living room -- these outdoor fabrics need to handle sun, rain and humidity without fading or growing mildew. LOOMLAN Outdoor's fabric sample collection lets you test the hand, weight and actual color of weather-resistant materials before ordering cushions or furniture, available at LOOMLAN Outdoor with free shipping. Every swatch represents a fabric engineered to stay outside.

How Do Solution-Dyed Acrylics and Marine Vinyl Resist Weather?

Solution-dyed acrylics like Sunbrella are colored during fiber production, not printed on afterward, so UV rays can't strip the pigment -- the color goes all the way through. That construction resists five years of direct sun without noticeable fade. Marine-grade vinyl is built for boat decks: it sheds rain on contact, resists salt air corrosion, and wipes clean when mildew tries to settle on the surface. Both categories dry fast after a storm and won't rot when moisture sits in the weave.

Do These Fabrics Need to Be Brought Inside for Winter?

Most can stay on the furniture through light frost and occasional snow, but you'll extend their life by storing cushions in a dry shed or deck box when temperatures stay below freezing for weeks. Even mildew-resistant fabric can trap moisture against a foam core in freeze-thaw cycles. Wipe down vinyl with mild soap and water before storing; wash solution-dyed acrylic according to the mill's instructions, usually a rinse and air-dry.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will Sunbrella fabric fade in full Arizona or Florida sun?

Sunbrella and similar solution-dyed acrylics are rated for minimal fade over five years of continuous sun exposure. Darker colors may show slightly more change than lighter tones, but the pigment is locked into the fiber, not surface-printed.

Can these fabrics stay outside all year in a coastal location?

Marine-grade vinyl is formulated for salt air and won't corrode or crack. Solution-dyed acrylics also resist salt, though rinsing them occasionally prevents salt crystal buildup that can stiffen the weave.

How do I clean mildew off outdoor fabric?

Brush off loose spores, then wash with a solution of mild dish soap and water. For stubborn spots on acrylic, a 10:1 water-to-bleach mix is safe -- rinse thoroughly and air-dry. Vinyl wipes clean with soap and a soft cloth.

Are the sample swatches large enough to judge the color accurately?

Swatches are typically 4--6 inches square, enough to see the weave texture and compare the color in natural daylight. Outdoor fabrics can look different in sun versus shade, so take the sample outside before deciding.

Do I need to treat these fabrics with a water repellent after I buy them?

Most arrive with a factory treatment that lasts one to two seasons. You can reapply a fluoropolymer spray (follow the mill's recommendation) when water stops beading, but the base fiber is already moisture-resistant.

How is my fabric sample order shipped?

Swatches ship free via standard curbside delivery to the continental USA. They're lightweight and typically arrive within a week, packaged flat to prevent creasing.