Outdoor Bedford Lumbar Pillow - Stone

Details at a Glance

Most patio pillows fade or turn musty within a single season because the fabric and fill can't handle UV exposure and moisture -- this 13x21-inch lumbar pillow solves both with solution-dyed acrylic and a quick-dry insert that shed rain and resist mildew. The D.V. Kap Outdoor Bedford Lumbar Pillow in Stone, a fade-resistant outdoor lumbar pillow with solution-dyed acrylic and quick-dry fill, is available at LOOMLAN Outdoor with free shipping. The Stone colorway works as a neutral anchor across any outdoor seating arrangement, and the machine-washable cover lets you refresh it as often as patio dust and pollen demand.

How Does Solution-Dyed Acrylic Hold Up to Direct Sun?

Solution-dyed acrylic fibers are dyed during production, before the fabric is woven, so the color runs through the entire fiber instead of sitting on the surface. That means UV rays can't strip the pigment the way they do with surface-dyed fabrics -- you'll see the same Stone tone after seasons of afternoon glare. The quick-dry polyester fiberfill inside sheds water fast after rain or cleaning, so moisture doesn't sit long enough to feed mold or mildew. Reinforced seams and commercial-grade hardware handle heavy use without splitting or rusting.

Can This Pillow Stay Outside All Summer, or Do You Bring It In?

You can leave it out through the season -- the fabric and fill are engineered to handle rain, humidity, and sun without degrading. After a storm, the quick-dry fill releases moisture within hours instead of staying damp for days. The zippered cover pulls off easily for machine washing (air dry it afterward), which is how you'll handle pollen, dust, and the occasional spill. Storing pillows during winter or long stretches of disuse will extend their life, but it isn't required between uses all summer.

Where Does a Lumbar Pillow Work Best on Your Patio?

Place it at the natural curve of your lower back -- typically six to eight inches from the seat base -- on any chair, sectional corner, or bench where you spend longer stretches reading or talking. On deeper seating, layer it behind a larger square pillow from our outdoor pillows collection for adjustable support. The 21-inch width suits standard outdoor accent chairs and sectional seats; for a wide sofa, use two spaced evenly. Coordinate Stone with brighter accent colors in throw pillows and outdoor accessories to tie the whole seating area together.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will this pillow fade after a summer of full sun?

No -- solution-dyed acrylic locks color into the fiber during production, so UV exposure won't strip the Stone shade even after months of direct light.

Can the pillow get rained on without growing mildew?

Yes. The quick-dry polyester fill and water-resistant acrylic fabric shed moisture rapidly, so the pillow dries within hours and mildew doesn't get a chance to take hold.

How do you clean the cover?

Unzip the cover, machine wash it, and air dry. The quick-dry fill maintains its shape and resists moisture during the process.

Do you have to store outdoor pillows over winter?

This pillow is built for all-weather use, but bringing it inside during extreme cold or long off-seasons will extend its lifespan.

What size lumbar pillow fits a standard outdoor chair?

At 21 inches wide, this lumbar pillow suits most outdoor chairs, sectional corners, and benches; for a full-width sofa, use two pillows spaced evenly.

Does LOOMLAN Outdoor offer assembly or setup for pillows?

Standard delivery is free curbside to the continental USA. White-glove services -- in-room placement, packaging removal, or setup -- are available upon request for an additional fee.