What's the difference between indoor and outdoor cushions?

The key difference between indoor cushions and outdoor cushions lies in how they handle water exposure. Indoor cushions are typically made with high-density foam, which absorbs water like a sponge, leading to potential mildew and mold growth. In contrast, outdoor cushions use open-cell foam, such as reticulated foam, which allows water to drain quickly and air to circulate, preventing mildew. This design keeps outdoor seating cushions fresh, dry, and ideal for patio furniture or other exposed areas.

Can I leave outdoor cushions outside in the rain or winter?

While high-quality outdoor cushions are designed to handle the elements, prolonged exposure to rain or freezing weather can shorten their lifespan. Freezing temperatures can cause cushions to become brittle and crack, while constant moisture exposure may lead to mildew growth and reduced comfort over time. Reticulated foam cushions and UV-resistant materials can endure outdoor conditions for 2-5 years, but covering or storing your cushions when not in use is always recommended. If indoor storage isn't an option, use protective covers and ensure good drainage to minimize damage. By taking these precautions, you can extend the life and durability of your outdoor seating cushions, keeping them fresh and comfortable for seasons to come.

How can you tell if a cushion is UV-resistant?

You can identify UV-resistant cushions by checking the materials used. Look for fabrics like Sunbrella, Olefin, acrylic blends, or polyester blends, as these are specifically designed to withstand sun exposure without fading or degrading. Many UV-resistant cushions also include labels, certifications, or product descriptions highlighting their fade-proof properties. If you're unsure, consult the product specifications or contact the manufacturer. At FoamOrder, we offer a wide selection of UV-resistant fabrics to keep your outdoor cushions vibrant and durable for years to come.

How do I order custom outdoor cushions?

To order, measure your cushions for the perfect fit, select your preferred foam firmness (soft, medium, firm), and choose from a variety of outdoor fabrics like Sunbrella. Submit your order online, and we'll deliver your custom cushions straight to your door.

What shapes and sizes of cushions can you make?

We create cushions in a variety of shapes, including square, rectangle, round, L-shape, T-shape, and more. For unique patterns, simply send us your measurements or a template for precision cutting.

Can I order fabric samples before choosing a design?

Absolutely! You can order fabric swatches for $1.99 each to see the colors, textures, and materials before placing your cushion order.

How do I clean outdoor cushions?

Outdoor cushion covers made with Sunbrella fabric and similar materials can be easily cleaned with mild soap, water, and a garden hose. For tough stains, use a diluted bleach solution as directed by the manufacturer.

When should I replace my patio cushions?

You should replace your patio cushions when they show signs of wear such as fading, mold or mildew, loss of firmness, or tears in the fabric. Typically, high-quality patio cushions last about 3-5 years, but this can vary depending on usage and weather exposure. Regular maintenance can help extend their lifespan.

Do you offer replacement cushions for popular furniture brands?

Yes, we provide replacement cushions for popular brands like Pottery Barn, Hampton Bay, and Ashley Furniture and more. You can enter your measurements directly during the ordering process or send us a template for custom shapes. Our team will ensure a perfect match for your existing furniture with precision and high-quality craftsmanship.

How long does it take to receive my cushions?

If you're ordering foam inserts only, your order will typically be completed within 3-14 days. However, if your order includes custom covers, fulfillment takes 4-6 weeks as each cover is carefully sewn by hand. For bulk orders or expedited processing, please contact our customer service team to discuss available options.

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Replacement backrest pads and custom outdoor cushions designed for a modern garden armchair.

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Durable replacement pads and custom outdoor cushions designed for an exterior porch swing or veranda bench.

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Build Your Custom Outdoor Cushion

An outdoor cushion isn't pulled off a shelf — it's built one decision at a time, for sun, rain, and everyday use. Open any step below to see exactly what you control, from the quick-dry core out to the stitching.

Shape & Size Standard shapes · rounds & bolsters · window seats · custom pattern

Start with the shape selector above, then give us your exact dimensions. Nothing is rounded to a stock size — every cushion is cut to your numbers, whether it's for a patio chair, bench, chaise, daybed, or wicker frame.

Standard shapes — rectangle & square, L-cushion and T-cushion (straight or curved), trapezoids, parallelograms, and polygons.
Rounds & bolsters — cylinders, bar stools, semicircles, wedges, and bolsters (including V-berth and clipped).
Window seats & multi-piece — equilateral and clipped window seats, plus two- and four-piece chair and lounge sets.
Custom pattern — don't see your shape? Choose "Pattern Shape," trace your cushion, and send it to us to cut to your exact template.

You'll also set the unit of measurement, whether it's a seat or back cushion, and the quantity. Not sure how to measure? See our How to Measure for Foam Cushions guide.

Outdoor Foam Quick-dry open-cell foam · soft → firm (ILD 25–45)

Open-cell quick-drying outdoor cushion foam

Outdoor cushions need foam that breathes and drains. Our outdoor foam is open-cell and quick-drying — it promotes airflow and sheds water fast, built for covered or exposed seating in moisture-prone spots. Firmness is rated by ILD (Indentation Load Deflection): the higher the number, the firmer the seat.

Foam	Feel	Density	ILD
Outdoor 25	Soft	1.8 lb	25
Outdoor 33	Medium	1.8 lb	33
Outdoor 45	Firm	1.8 lb	45

Outdoor 33 (medium) handles most patio seat cushions. Go firmer with Outdoor 45 for thinner cushions, deep-seating bases, or high-traffic commercial seating; choose the softer Outdoor 25 for backs and plush lounge cushions.

Dacron Wrap Polyester wrap — book or all-sides, single or double

A wrap goes around the foam to round its edges and fill out the cover for a finished, upholstered look. Dacron is standard and strongly recommended on every cushion — without a wrap, fabric tends to look baggy and wrinkled. It pairs naturally with quick-dry foam and a breathable outdoor cover.

Dacron Wrap — four configurations

Polyester batting wrapped around the foam. Choose where it wraps (book vs. all sides) and how much (single vs. double thickness):

Single Dacron book wrap around cushion foam — Book Wrap

Dacron wrap on all sides of cushion foam — Wrap All Sides

Double-thickness Dacron book wrap — Double Book Wrap

Double Dacron wrap on all sides — Double All Sides

Book Wrap — single Dacron wrap across the top and bottom.
Wrap All Sides — single Dacron wrap fully enclosing the foam.
Double Dacron Book Wrap — double-thickness wrap across the top and bottom for a plusher crown.
Double Dacron All Sides — double-thickness wrap fully enclosing the foam.

Covers & Fabric 5,000+ fabrics · Sunbrella & marine-grade · deep specs · or supply your own

For an outdoor cushion, the fabric is the decision that matters most — it's what stands up to sun, rain, and mildew, and what you'll look at every day. Top your cushion with a weather-ready cover, or skip it. Our library spans 5,000+ fabrics from leading mills, led by solution-dyed and marine-grade lines built to take the elements:

Brands — Sunbrella, Robert Allen, Premier Prints, Trivantage, and our own FoamOrder line.

Truly weatherproof: for fully exposed seating, Sunbrella (solution-dyed acrylic) and vinyl-coated marine fabrics are the only weatherproof options in our library — every other fabric holds up best in covered, shaded, or screened-in spots.

Add-on — CompleteSeal Stain & UV Guard

CompleteSeal fabric protection treatment for stain and UV guard

For fabrics that need more outdoor protection, we can pre-treat your cover with CompleteSeal fabric protection to guard against stains and UV rays — keeping your cover looking fresh and colorful for years. It offers a permanent reduction in staining and soiling, smoke density (23%) and flame spread (14%), sun bleaching and mildew, static electricity, and cleaning costs. Backed by a 3-year warranty. CompleteSeal isn't necessary for Sunbrella fabrics or vinyl covers, which already resist the elements.

Compare on performance, not just looks

Because the cover does the heavy lifting outdoors, every fabric in our library carries a full technical spec — so you can choose on how it performs, not just how it looks:

Durability — abrasion resistance in double-rubs (e.g. Sunbrella rates around 45,000), plus construction and weight (oz/linear yard).
Weather performance — water-repellent and water/stain-resistant finishes, weather protection rating, and mildew resistance.
Care — the fabric's cleaning code (e.g. W, WS, BC) tells you exactly how to clean it.
Make-up — fiber and fabric content (solution-dyed acrylic, vinyl-coated polyester, blends), finish, collection, and width.
Fit & planning — pattern repeat (horizontal & vertical), roll size, and put-up for larger and multi-piece projects.
Peace of mind — recyclability, CA Prop 65 status, and listed use cases (cushions, marine & outdoor upholstery, pillows, umbrellas).

Narrow them down by:

Filter	Choices
Application	Outdoor, Nautical
Fiber	Solution-dyed acrylic, synthetic fibers, vinyl & coated textiles
Pattern	Textured solids, geometric, stripes & lines, floral & botanical, plaid & checks, abstract, nautical & marine, novelty
Color	Full spectrum — aqua, beige, blue, brown, green, grey, ivory, orange, pink, purple, red, white, yellow, and more
Price	Three tiers, from value ($) to premium ($$$)

Two flexible paths if none of those fit:

Foam only — reuse your existing covers; no fabric needed.
Supply your own (COM) — send us a fabric you love and we'll sew the cover from it.

Finishing Touches Overlock · welt cording · ties · zipper placement

This is where a custom cushion pulls ahead of a factory one — dial in the construction details:

Edge finish — Overlock

Overlocked inside fabric edges preventing unraveling

Overlocking sews and finishes the inside fabric edges so they can't fray or unravel. We consider it essential on cushions that live outdoors — it's what keeps a cover intact through years of zipping, washing, and weather.

Edge style — Welt Cording or Top Stitching

Welt cording piping on a cushion edge — Welt Cording

Top stitching on a cushion edge — Top Stitching

Welt cording — a tailored, polished look with a reinforced edge. Match it to your cover fabric for a seamless finish, or pick a contrasting fabric to make the edge pop.
Top stitching — a refined, durable finish stitched along the edge that enhances both style and longevity; a clean alternative to cording.

Attachment — Chair Ties or Velcro Straps

Keep cushions anchored against wind with chair ties (two strands per set, sewn from your cover fabric and knotted) or Velcro straps. Order up to eight sets, and specify placement, spacing, and tie length — 10" (25 cm) is standard.

Closure — Zipper Placement

Diagram of zipper placement across the width of a cushion cover

Choose where the zipper goes — it's flapped and hidden, so you decide where it sits:

Option	How it works
Across a side	Runs along the width, depth, or back/bottom — centered on the longest edge of that side.
Around the middle	Wraps three sides at mid-thickness; best for cube-shaped cushions over 10" thick and custom foam mattresses.
Custom location	Describe exactly where you want it, or send a marked diagram.

Every one of these is yours to set — and every cushion is still cut to order in the U.S.

How to Order Custom Cushions

Measure Your Cushions

Precisely measure the shape and dimensions of your cushion for the best possible fit. (see how)

Select Your Foam

Select from over 30 foam types based on your cushion’s location, use, and feel.

Select a Fabric

Choose the texture and style of the fabric for your cushion covers, or skip this step for foam only.

We’ll Do the Rest

FoamOrder will size and cut your custom cushions and ship them right to your door!

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What’s the difference between indoor and outdoor cushions?

Can I leave outdoor cushions outside in the rain or winter?

How can you tell if a cushion is UV-resistant?

How do I order custom outdoor cushions?

What shapes and sizes of cushions can you make?

Can I order fabric samples before choosing a design?

How do I clean outdoor cushions?

When should I replace my patio cushions?

Do you offer replacement cushions for popular furniture brands?

How long does it take to receive my cushions?

Looking for Something Else?

Build Your Custom Outdoor Cushion

What’s the difference between indoor and outdoor cushions?

Can I leave outdoor cushions outside in the rain or winter?

How can you tell if a cushion is UV-resistant?

How do I order custom outdoor cushions?

What shapes and sizes of cushions can you make?

Can I order fabric samples before choosing a design?

How do I clean outdoor cushions?

When should I replace my patio cushions?

Do you offer replacement cushions for popular furniture brands?

How long does it take to receive my cushions?