Don’t Replace: Reupholster and Protect Your Patio Furniture

Patio furniture takes a beating. It sits out in the sun, gets rained on, and is in daily use through much of the year. As it deteriorates, you may find yourself thinking about getting new furniture, but reupholstering your outdoor upholstery can give it a new lease on life and is a cost-effective, eco-friendly way for Georgetown, TX homeowners to keep their furniture.

Why Reupholster Your Outdoor Upholstery Rather Than Replace?

Save Money

Replacing patio furniture can seem like the simplest solution, but it’s often unnecessary and always expensive. New sets cost hundreds or even thousands of dollars, depending on the quality and size you want, but you can have reupholstering done for a fraction of that price. 


Not only is it cheaper, but you’re reducing waste and living more sustainably. The landfill doesn’t need more discarded furniture that’s still solid and usable at the core!

Keep Your Investment

Many patio sets, especially quality sets from reputable brands, are built from durable aluminum, teak, or wicker and are actually designed to last decades. The real wear and tear happens on the upholstery as the fabric is exposed to UV rays, moisture, and dirt. 

By reupholstering, you extend the life of the quality frame without compromising on style or having to put up with something that’s ugly on the “outside” just because you know it’s still beautiful on the “inside.”

Personalize

Reupholstering also lets you personalize your furniture in ways you just can’t with off-the-shelf replacements. You can select whatever patterns, colors, and textures match your home’s look, update to a more modern trend, or just get the look you’ve always wanted. 


And, if you weren’t all that happy with how the upholstery you have has held up in our brutal Central Texas weather, you can choose even better materials for your reupholster and get something that will last longer.

Ideal Fabrics for Outdoor Use

The key to successful reupholstering is choosing fabrics that are comfortable and stylish but can also handle the weather. Outdoor fabrics have to be able to resist fading and mildew, and they have to stand up against water damage. Some good options include solution-dyed acrylics or polyesters that have been treated with UV inhibitors. Cotton or untreated blends do tend to degrade more quickly, but there are ways to make them perform better. Texture also matters: some textures are easy to clean but aren’t as pleasant to sit on in the humid heat, while others are cozier but might be too much if you typically sit right in the sun.



At Fabric Bin, we offer a wide selection of high-quality outdoor fabrics from trusted brands, and we have years of experience in choosing what’s exactly right for our Texas climate. We can explain all the factors, like weave density and stain resistance, while also helping you find the look and feel that’s right for you. 


Find out more today by reaching out to us at Fabric Bin in Georgetown, TX, where we proudly serve all the Central Texas area.

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