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What is spuncrylic?
Spuncrylic™ is a Solution Dyed polyester fabric which delivers a similar performance to hard- wearing Outdoor Acrylic. It has gone through a multi stage dyeing process which gives it very high resistance to fading from sunlight as well as good stain stain and water repellance.
Is Sunbrella fabric good for indoor furniture?
Multipurposes. As we already said, Sunbrella fabrics can be used in a variety of applications, from indoor furniture and patio furniture and cushions to boat canvas, awnings, hot tub covers and more. You can even make your own projects with Sunbrella fabrics, like this perfect for the summer hammock.
What is olefin made of?
Olefin is made from synthetic materials known as polyolefins. Resilient, colorfast, stain-resistant and durable, it lends itself to a wide variety of applications.
Is Olefin fabric UV resistant?
Is Olefin Fabric Fade Resistant? Olefin is nearly as UV and fade resistant as Sunbrella. Olefin fabrics are often a little rougher to the touch than Acrylic fabrics but are available in a wide variety of textures.
Does olefin fabric feel like plastic?
Even though it is an outdoor or upholstery type material, it is seen as a soft fabric that should not make you uncomfortable. There is a rougher texture to it than say acrylic or polyester but it still feels soft when you sit or lay on it.
What kind of fabric is best for outdoor use?
Olefin also wicks away moisture and sweat, which ensures you won’t stick to your chair on hot summer days. Outdoor fabric shouldn’t fade in the sun. Phifer’s colorfast fabrics made with olefin have been designed to stay bright and beautiful for years, rain or shine.
What’s the difference between acrylic and olefin outdoor fabric?
When weighing options for outdoor fabrics, many people wonder about olefin fabric vs acrylic –another fabric commonly used in outdoor cushions and upholstery. The main difference is acrylic is solution-dyed acrylic yarns, while olefin (as mentioned) is made from solution-dyed yarns spun from a polyolefin fiber.
What kind of fabric should I use for upholstery?
When selecting fabric for any DIY project, it is also important to take into account the material’s intended purpose. While 100% olefin fabric is ideal for upholstery, cushions, and curtains, it has not been engineered for weight-bearing or tensioned applications such as sling chairs.
What kind of fabric is best for sling chairs?
While 100% olefin fabric is ideal for upholstery, cushions, and curtains, it has not been engineered for weight-bearing or tensioned applications such as sling chairs. For these types of jobs, Phifertex® PVC/Olefin Blends are ideal, giving you all the softness of olefin with the strength and dimensional stability of PVC.