Outdoor Furniture Covers

 

Shop Smart For Garden and Patio Outdoor Furniture Covers

Keep your garden furniture safe and protected from the elements all year round with garden and patio furniture covers. Available in a range of sizes and designs to fit a variety of garden patio furniture, you are sure to be able to find the right cover to suit your needs.

Does outdoor furniture need to be covered?

This depends on where you live and what climate you live in. Outdoor furniture is designed to withstand a certain level of weather and water conditions. Your outdoor furniture will last a lot longer if you cover it, as the cover is designed to protect against damage due to extreme heat and sunshine, rain, hail, snow and from wildlife.

Shopping guide for outdoor furniture covers

Covers are useful all year round, whether you are looking to protect your summer furniture over the winter or are looking to stop the sun from fading your garden furniture during the summer. Garden and patio furniture covers are manufactured to offer protection against all weather conditions, helping to extend the lifespan of your garden furniture.

  • Types: Available in a range of sizes that are suitable for different types of outdoor furniture sets, you are sure to find the right size cover for your needs. Choosing the correct shaped cover is important, as ill fitted covers have the potential to let in the cold or allow the build-up of water which can prove damaging.
  • Shapes: Standard shaped covers include rectangular covers, which are perfect for fitting over patio tables or dining tables and chairs. Bench shaped covers feature sloped tops to stop water from pooling on top of the bench. Tall rectangular covers are perfect for protecting large garden swings or stacks of chairs. Circular covers are ideal for round tables together with an assortment of smaller covers that are perfect for protecting barbeques, individual chairs, or loungers.
  • Sizes: The various shapes come in a selection of sizes to ensure that you can find a cover that comfortably fits your garden and patio furniture. Some covers simply slide over the top of your garden furniture, whereas some are available with additional ties to help keep them securely fastened.
  • Colours: They are available in a range of colours which will naturally blend in with your garden to ensure that your garden furniture is not an eyesore when it is not in use. Quality covers will not fade over time, ensuring that your furniture maintains its colour and does not start to look worn. There are main different sets of garden patio furniture covers available at a range of price points, making it easy to find suitable protective furniture covers to suit your budget.

Can you wash outdoor furniture covers?

You must! If you do not clean your furniture covers, dirt and debris will build up and cause damage to the cover. Although it will be less expensive to replace a cover than a full set of furniture, it is worth a few minutes of your time to clean them regularly.

Simply wash them using a mild soap and water. Use a soft brush to scrub any bird poop and dirt off the covers, rinse off with water, then hang them up to air dry. You can also use a spray on fabric guard on the covers which allows the covers to be cleaned easier.

How do you secure outdoor furniture covers from the wind?

There are a few different ways to secure your outdoor furniture covers from being blown away by the wind. 

  • Drawstrings – this is a simple and affordable way to secure your covers and cause little to no damage to the furniture they are protecting.
  • Elastics – one of the easiest ways to secure your covers. Once you place the cover over the furniture it just moulds itself to the furniture.
  • Waterproof zipper – these covers are usually custom made to fit your outdoor furniture set. Making the covers fit perfectly.
  • Cover clamps – also an effective way to fit your outdoor furniture covers securely. They are easy to use, are more durable than some of the other options and can be used with any cover you purchase. 

What is the best fabric to protect outdoor furniture?

Polyester is the most readily available and commonly used fabric used in outdoor furniture covers. This is due to it being water resistant and breathable, as well as exceptionally durable. It will not fade like other materials either.

Quality covers are very lightweight, making them easy to fold down to a compact size for storage when not in use. Most table covers or other outdoor covers will come in a protective bag for easy storage. Garden and patio furniture covers are very low maintenance and easy to clean. A quality protective cover is durable and tear resistant and will not crack in intense sunlight.

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