Introduction

You may not be familiar with the steps involved in shopping for replacement cushions. These 6 tips will help you shop smarter, even if your an experienced shopper.

Wicker cushions can be used to distinguish cushions that are primarily made from standard wicker furniture and other types of cushions. People searching for replacement wicker cushions also tend to search for love and chair cushions and not back cushions.

Wicker sets are very popular so there is a demand for rattan furniture replacement cushions that can be sold in sets. They are usually sold with one loveseat cushion and two chairs.

Tufted cushions are the most common type of cushion for wicker furniture sets. Tufted cushions are made of fiber and have tufts instead of solid foam cushions.

Between the top and bottom fabric panels are the filler. They provide a unique aesthetic appeal and hold it in place. The Tufted pillows cost less and work better, making them more attractive to purchase and use.

6 Tips

• Size

You must purchase the correct sizes to ensure that your cushions fit comfortably on your chair or loveseat. You will need to measure the furniture as there is no industry standard. The width of the cushion is usually the same as its depth. These are the most common sizes:

• Wicker chair: 18×18, 19×19. You can also order other sizes.
• Most common sizes for Wicker Loveseats are 18×41, 18×42 or 19×42. You can also get other sizes.

• Shape

Seat cushions should have rounded corners. While most wicker cushions are the same shape, there are variations. These cushions will have rounded back corners most often. If there are stacking holes in the seat where your feet would be, the rounded corners will not allow the cushion to fit. These holes allow you to stack chairs and loveseats on top of one another for storage. As the cushion sits on the seat, the rounded corners give it a nice look. If you were to use square cushions, the corners of the cushion would protrude through the stacking holes. This would make the furniture look unnatural and be difficult to fit into the space.

• Tufts

Tufted cushions are the most common type of wicker furniture. This makes things very simple. After the cushion has been compressed, tufted cushions will fit into the seat and fill it. It may appear smaller than the seat perimeter when you first receive the cushion. After a period of break-in, however, the cushion will fill in the space. The cushion’s fill is made of fiber and will shrink slightly when you sit down on it. The cushion will fill the entire seating area after a long time of use. The cushion is designed so that it doesn’t extend beyond the chair’s front edge. After a while, the cushions will start to look worn.

The thinner your cushion will be the more tufts you use. A chair cushion with just one tuft may appear thick, puffy and soft, but it will eventually flatten and lose its puffiness and softness. A cushion with four tufts gives it a more uniform appearance and provides a bit more firmness. It also retains its shape better than a cushion that has one central tuft.

• Fill

For wicker cushions, most manufacturers use polyester fill. There are many fill options, but most manufacturers choose polyester because it is strong and durable.

The best. Spun polyester gives a soft and “cushy”, which is what most people want when using a cushion. It can be used outdoors and indoors. It cannot be damaged by water.

• Fabric

You can make wicker replacement cushions from any fabric you have. It is important to select the right fabric for your intended purpose. Indoor fabric is often preferred by many people, especially if it’s used indoors as a cushion. Indoor fabric can be made from 100% cotton, or a mixture of polyester and cotton. They should not be used outside as they can shrink or disfigure and the colors won’t last very long. The colors may even fade if they are wet.

They can be used indoors or outdoors, making them great for all-weather fabrics. Although they have a similar feel to indoor cushions, they can withstand UV rays for longer hours than indoor fabrics and are more water-resistant. There are many patterns to choose from in all-weather fabrics. If you are looking for the perfect print to match your furniture, this is a great option.

Sunbrella fabric is the best choice if you want something that will withstand long hours in strong sunlight. Although there aren’t as many options as for all-weather fabrics, Sunbrella fabric won’t fade outdoors for as long as it is. Sunbrella fabric is more expensive, but it’s worth the extra cost if you live in the sunbelt and use cushions in a sunroom that gets a lot of sun.

• Price

The following factors will affect the price of a cushion:

* The manufacturer.

* The size.

* The shape.

* Type of fabric.

* The number and type of tufts.

* The filling material.

* Wherever it is made, whether in the US or abroad.

* Whether the item is mass-produced or custom-made * If discounts are available for multiple purchases

Summary

You can learn a lot about wicker cushions to help you shop smart. So you don’t have to waste time looking for the right furniture cushions for your wicker sets, it is possible to shop online for them and make sure that you get the best quality.