Guys!! I am so excited to share the reveal of our DIY outdoor patio furniture with you!!
I teamed up with Sunbrella to build a patio set that can weather the weather, but also looks like something you’d want in your living room. It’s true, I’m super conflicted about where to actually have these pieces live because they are so beautiful I want to sit on them every day of my life.
Why Sunbrella is the ULTIMATE Upholstery Fabric
If you’ve ever researched anything about outdoor fabric, you’ve heard of Sunbrella. They are the gold standard when it comes to durable fabric that can withstand the elements (we’re also adding kids and pets to the elements category) while still looking and feeling like real fabric. For the purpose of this content we’re talking about it in relation to the outdoors, but it is absolutely what you want to use if you are doing any sort of upholstery, indoor or outdoor.
I’ll bet that most of us have had the misfortune of experiencing less than quality outdoor fabrics. They feel plasticy, and scratchy, and like you might as well have sewn your cushions out of a tarp. Sunbrella fabric is the exact opposite. If I didnt know better, I would go on record saying that Sunbrella fabric is made by elves. It is MAGICAL. You would never know hidden inside the beautiful weaves and soft texture is a myriad of magical properties.
Sunbrella is mold, mildew, and water resistant. It’s also fade resistant. The color is applied throughout the entire string and it will hold fast to the color for many many years. Sunbrella fabric can be cleaned very easily with a little soap and water, and in extreme cases can even be pressure washed.
Oh and they have hundreds of colors and patterns to choose from, so you’re bound to find something that you’ll love. I’ll share some of my faves below!
The first design dilemma that we tackled was the ultimate faux pas of matchy matchy. For some reason that is what outdoor furniture defaults to.
I spent literal hours combing through all of the selections, my favorite line is the Blend line. It has such great knobby texture and colors. I chose Cactus for our build but the whole line has incredible colors that are a little muted, but still impactful. I am equally as obsessed with Clay (the best terra cotta color!), Honey, and Sage (if you want something more neutral).
Instead of using the same fabric for the chairs, I opted for something funner, a campy plaid called Simplicity Garden. I had lots of favorites that you should check out if you are looking for something with a pattern. Capra II, Artistry Indigo, Figari Red, and Mina Classic.
Speaking of side chairs, I actually found the inspiration for them on Sunbrella’s website!
I love how these pieces flow together. They’re eclectic and special, and man alive they make my heart want to burst! Want to make your own?! Check out the tutorials below!
Couch Build Pt. 1
Couch Build Pt. 2 + Upholstery Hacks from a Pro
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