Fabric Collections

Details at a Glance

Before you commit to a full cushion set or custom upholstery, you need to see how the fabric actually looks in your sunlight and against your deck finish. These are physical swatches of the solution-dyed acrylic and Sunbrella fabrics used across our outdoor seating collection, available at LOOMLAN Outdoor with free shipping.

How Does Solution-Dyed Acrylic Hold Up Outdoors?

It resists fading better than nearly any other outdoor fabric. Solution-dyed acrylic -- the category Sunbrella dominates -- gets its color during fiber production, not as a surface treatment. UV can't strip pigment that runs through the entire strand. You'll see minimal fade even after years of full sun exposure. The fabric also sheds moisture instead of absorbing it, so mildew struggles to take hold. Salt air and chlorine splash won't degrade the color or fiber strength. This is the material you choose when furniture stays outside year-round in direct weather.

Do I Need to Bring Fabric Cushions Inside for Winter?

Not if they're Sunbrella or comparable solution-dyed acrylic, though off-season storage extends their life. The fabric itself handles snow, rain and freeze-thaw cycles without rot or structural damage. What shortens cushion lifespan is the foam core staying wet for months -- even weather-resistant foam will compress and lose resilience if it never dries out. If you have dry indoor storage, use it. If you don't, these fabrics won't fail you, but expect the cores to need replacement sooner in wet winter climates.

Why Order Swatches Before You Buy?

Screen images lie about texture and undertone. A fabric that looks warm gray online can read cool blue-gray on your actual patio in morning light. The weave density -- tight basket-weave versus open mesh -- affects how formal or casual a piece feels, and you can't judge that from a photo. Swatches let you test colors against your siding, railings and outdoor dining set before you order. You'll also feel the hand -- some Sunbrella weaves are soft and supple, others are crisp and structured -- and that matters if you're choosing fabric for a lounge chair you'll nap in. Order three or four you're considering and see them in real daylight. Our outdoor living space guide covers how to build a cohesive palette once you've narrowed your choices.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will these fabric samples fade if I leave them outside to test the color?

They'll behave exactly like the full cushions -- minimal fade over time in UV, but you'll see the truest color within the first few weeks. Leave them out for a weekend to judge the tone in your actual light.

Can I clean solution-dyed acrylic with bleach?

Yes, diluted bleach is safe and won't strip the color. A 1:4 bleach-to-water solution removes mildew and stubborn stains without harming the fiber.

How many swatches should I order?

Order every color you're seriously considering -- at least three if you're undecided. Comparing them side-by-side in your actual space is the only way to see which undertone works with your setting.

Is Sunbrella the only brand you carry?

Sunbrella is the most common, but we also stock other solution-dyed acrylics that meet the same UV and moisture resistance standards. The swatches represent the full range of what's available on our seating and cushion products.

Do fabric swatches ship free?

Yes, swatches ship free to the continental USA with no minimum order.

Can I use outdoor fabric indoors?

Absolutely. The performance that makes it weather-resistant -- stain resistance, colorfastness, durability -- works just as well on indoor furniture, especially in homes with kids or pets.