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How to Make Outdoor Waterproof Cushions – DIY Hack

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Learn How to Make Outdoor Waterproof Cushions in a jiffy with this DIY Hack!

Turn indoor seat cushions and pillows into outdoor waterproof versions in just minutes with this easy DIY treatment!

If you can’t find outdoor pillows in the color or pattern you like, simply modify your favorite indoor pillows.

Make them waterproof, fade resistant plus super durable in just one step.

You can use them on your outdoor patio chairs, sectional sofas, chaise lounges, benches and outdoor swings and gliders!

This is also a great way to make indoor cushions stain proof and waterproof for indoors if you have kids and pets.

GENIUS! Learn How to Make Outdoor Waterproof Cushions in a jiffy with this DIY Hack! Turn indoor seat cushions and pillows into outdoor waterproof versions in just minutes with this easy DIY treatment!

I had some indoor seat cushions I wanted to use outdoors on our wicker chairs – but was afraid they’d end up soaking wet from the rain.

Luckily I ran across this water seal product that makes fabric waterproof, stain resistant, fade resistant and durable!

But don’t worry – the fabric still remains soft to the touch! No crunchy, stiff fabrics at my house – no way! We’re all about comfiness here!

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How to Waterproof and Stain Resistant Fabric

 I used this waterproof spray.

I gave both sides of my cushions two coats of spray.

AND It doesn’t leave any odor!

You can use it on pillows, tablecloths and patio umbrellas too!

I love this amazing waterproof spray!!

It doesn’t make the fabric stiff or crunchy so it’s still super soft to sit on! It’s super quick and easy to use!

This is such an amazing way to use beautiful indoor pillows and textiles outside and make them super durable!

I love that it’s fade proof so it protects fabrics from sun and UVA/UVB damage.

Now our outdoor seat cushions on our front porch will remain nice and dry!

waterproof spray

GENIUS! Learn How to Make Outdoor Waterproof Cushions in a jiffy with this DIY Hack! Turn indoor seat cushions and pillows into outdoor waterproof versions in just minutes with this easy DIY treatment!

Look at how the water beads on the fabric! It’s not soaking in!

GENIUS! Learn How to Make Outdoor Waterproof Cushions in a jiffy with this DIY Hack! Turn indoor seat cushions and pillows into outdoor waterproof versions in just minutes with this easy DIY treatment!

Also – if you’re a sewer you can sew up your own pillow covers from fabric, spray them with the waterproof spray and then use them outside.

What an ideal way to make indoor upholstered dining chairs and ottomans stain resistant too!

GENIUS! Learn How to Make Outdoor Waterproof Cushions in a jiffy with this DIY Hack! Turn indoor seat cushions and pillows into outdoor waterproof versions in just minutes with this easy DIY treatment!
GENIUS! Learn How to Make Outdoor Waterproof Cushions in a jiffy with this DIY Hack! Turn indoor seat cushions and pillows into outdoor waterproof versions in just minutes with this easy DIY treatment!


I hope you like my tip on how to waterproof indoor cushions!

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Comments

  1. SONJA HANSEN says

    May 30, 2016 at 8:41 pm

    I HAVE A QUESTION ABOUT THE WATERPROOF SPRAY. DOES IT LEAVE AN ODOR ON THE FABRIC. I AM VERY SENSITIVE TO SMELLS AND CAN’T USE VINYL FABRIC ON MY KITCHEN BANQUETTE CUSHIONS BECAUSE OF THE ODOR. IF THAT ISN’T AN ISSUE, THIS WOULD BE GREAT FOR THAT PROJECT. THANKS FOR SHARING.

    Reply
    • heather says

      May 31, 2016 at 1:34 pm

      Hi Sonja – it doesn’t leave any odor on the fabric! Hope that helps! 🙂

      Reply
  2. JaneEllen says

    June 6, 2016 at 6:16 pm

    Shoot, would like to spray couch cushions so I don’t spill on them. Oh yeah and couch cushions also. Boy this stuff is going to be big help inside and outside.Happy week

    Reply
  3. JaneEllen says

    June 6, 2016 at 6:18 pm

    Meant sofa pillows and couch cushions

    Reply
  4. Kim Smith says

    June 11, 2016 at 4:20 pm

    This is just what I need. I have an odd length deck glider and can never get the right length for a cushion for it. This will be perfect. I can get a color I like and then waterproof it. Great idea! Dropping over from Linky Party Palooza.

    Reply
    • heather says

      June 14, 2016 at 9:21 pm

      YOu’re so right Kim – outdoor cushions in the right size can be so hard to find!! Thanks for visiting and have fun with your waterproofing project! Happy summer!

      Reply
  5. Kesha says

    May 22, 2017 at 5:45 am

    This is wonderful! I have been searching for outdoor pillows for months with no luck. Now I can make my own with this spray! I am so excited. Thank you for sharing!

    Reply
    • heather says

      May 23, 2017 at 2:48 pm

      Exactly Kesha!! I’m so glad you like my tutorial and post! Thanks for visiting! xo Heather

      Reply
  6. Starr says

    May 22, 2017 at 9:26 am

    Great idea! I’m going to make covers for my outdoor chaises and just spray them. Thanks, Heather

    Reply
    • heather says

      May 23, 2017 at 2:47 pm

      Great idea for our outdoor chaises Starr!! xo Heather

      Reply
  7. Dianne Lanier says

    May 27, 2017 at 10:34 pm

    Is this product that much different from Scotchgard?

    Reply
  8. Rebecca says

    June 1, 2017 at 4:56 pm

    I’ve seen this product before and thought about trying it so thanks for the review!

    Reply
  9. Denise Schalk says

    July 19, 2020 at 8:03 pm

    Hi. Thank you for this info! I don’t mean to sound redundant, but does that mean I don’t need to worry about what kind of fill is inside the cushion or pillow?? (I.e. filler that is not moisture or mildew resistant)

    Thanks!

    Reply
  10. Debbie says

    April 6, 2021 at 2:55 am

    Where did you get your wicker chair? I see dark wicker and white, but I really like the color of your chair.

    Reply
    • heather says

      April 6, 2021 at 11:16 am

      Hi Debbie – They are from Ikea! I believe this style is discontinued.

      Reply
  11. Elnora Stuart says

    January 2, 2022 at 4:43 pm

    I have two outdoor chairs that are made of waterproof fabric but have a button design. Problem is that water comes in through the thread hole for the buttons and then stays in until the pillow weighs a “ton.” If I put new covers on them, how do you suggest I waterproof the seams? Obviously I won’t add any buttons.

    But I am excited about this new product!!! It’s going to make my life much easier in many ways. Thank You!

    Reply
    • heather says

      January 8, 2022 at 2:00 pm

      Hi Elnora – my cushions have seams on the sides and I just treated them the same way as the top and bottom of the cushion. You could give an extra 1 or two coats on the seams if you’d like. Hope that helps! 🙂

      Reply
  12. Jenelle says

    May 4, 2022 at 8:28 am

    Can you wash the pillows with this spray on?

    Reply
    • heather says

      May 4, 2022 at 4:55 pm

      You’d have to check the spray directions about that.

      Reply

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