Choosing pillows for garden furniture

Looking for things and paraphernalia to create comfort, many do not pay attention to such a simple item as a pillow. Its usual and unpretentious appearance can create a pleasant atmosphere or adjust the degree of comfort of wooden or plastic outdoor furniture.

First of all, garden furniture pillows are designed for a comfortable stay. The term of their operation is also important. The accessory will last for more than one year if all technical requirements were met during its production. The main features of semi-shelves for country and garden furniture:

• moisture resistance - fabrics are treated with special compounds so that the products repel water and dry quickly;
• resistance to ultraviolet rays - materials do not fade in the sun and do not lose their physical and chemical properties over time;
• increased resistance to mechanical stress;
• resistance to the occurrence of fungi, mold, rot;
• high-density filler - a material that can quickly restore its original configuration, as well as withstand high weight loads;
• lack of decor: various buttons, lace and stripes, zippers with bulky fasteners;
• obligatory presence of a cover;
• air exchange properties - the fabric must be breathable;
• ease of care - the accessory should be easy to clean and wash both by hand and in a washing machine.

The group of garden furniture includes various chairs designed by designers, small benches and benches, long benches. Pillows are used not only as a classic accessory, but also as soft seats, mattresses, and also as a decor for gazebos, terraces, and swings.

Pillow fillers come in several categories.

• Natural - such raw materials are not suitable for garden accessories, as it dries for a long time, requires special care, and is an allergen.
• Artificial - this is the best option, the material is washable and dries quickly, retains its original shape for a long time, parasites and mold do not start in it. The most popular types are synthetic winterizer and holofiber. Pillows stuffed with holofiber are particularly lightweight, have a low price, and are available.
• Polystyrene balls - another type of synthetic filler, but it is undesirable to fill modules for seats with them, as it will create a sinking effect.
• Latex - ideal for seat cushions and mattresses, retains its shape under prolonged loads, is easy to clean, has a long service life. Foam rubber is suitable as an alternative to latex, but its technical characteristics are slightly worse.

The cover is the part of the pillow with which a person is constantly in contact, therefore it is the most important component of garden furniture accessories. As materials for covers, special fabrics are produced that are suitable for outdoor use. These are synthetic fabrics, such as polyester, polyacryl, polypropylene (it must be marked outdoors). These materials are treated with dirt-repellent, water-repellent impregnations and pest-repellent compounds.

Cushion covers for verandas, terraces, and gazebos can be selected from cheaper fabrics. Mixed fibers (natural and synthetic), for example, furniture microfiber, must be used in the materials without fail. But such an accessory is not resistant to high humidity.

Natural fabrics are not suitable for garden pillows. So, for example, silk is immediately deformed (the texture is disturbed, puffs are formed), wool and fur are difficult to care for, and it will not be comfortable to sit on the skin (or eco-leather) in hot weather.

Creation of coziness, comfort and decorativeness for country furniture will bring peace of mind and peace. Correctly selected outdoor pillows will add fresh notes and bright accents in the design of the terrace, gazebo, garden. The shape of accessories for swings, for wicker chairs, wooden chairs and benches can be very diverse: round, square, rectangular, trapezoidal. Some products may consist of 2 parts: a backrest and a seat.

Manufacturers produce several standard sizes of pillows, the parameters are selected taking into account the dimensions of outdoor furniture:

• rectangular for benches and benches - 75X40, 70X40, 45X35, 45X30 cm, thickness from 5 to 8 cm;
• chair pillows - 60X30, 62X42, 62X37, 62X62 cm, thickness 6-11 cm;
• accessories for armchairs - 86X66, 116X47 cm, thickness varies from 5 to 8 cm;
• seat cushions on the sofa - 142x53, 162x48 cm, the thickness of the canvas 6.5-8 cm.

Outdoor furniture is usually made from plastic or natural materials. This provides comfort and durability, but resting on a hard surface is not enjoyable. Garden pillows create comfort and coziness in the summer cottage, and also become an important part of its design. Any cushions for outdoor furniture are subject to atmospheric influences, so the choice should be based on several nuances:

• the fabric should be pleasant to the touch, strong and dense;
• if the cover material is not 100% synthetic, then the mixed fibers must contain an equal amount of natural and synthetic threads;
• the cover must be removable;
• the product must be processed with special impregnations and compounds;
• hypoallergenic materials;
• Garden furniture cushions should match the overall style and design.