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.
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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I used this amazing waterproof spray for fabrics and gave both sides of my cushions two coats. It doesn’t leave any odor!
You can use it on pillows, tablecloths and patio umbrellas too!
I love this stuff – 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!
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Look at how the water beads on the fabric! It’s not soaking in!
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!
I hope you like my tip on how to waterproof indoor cushions!
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SONJA HANSEN says
May 30, 2016 at 8:41 pmI 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.
heather says
May 31, 2016 at 1:34 pmHi Sonja – it doesn’t leave any odor on the fabric! Hope that helps! 🙂
JaneEllen says
June 6, 2016 at 6:16 pmShoot, 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
JaneEllen says
June 6, 2016 at 6:18 pmMeant sofa pillows and couch cushions
Kim Smith says
June 11, 2016 at 4:20 pmThis 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.
heather says
June 14, 2016 at 9:21 pmYOu’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!
Kesha says
May 22, 2017 at 5:45 amThis 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!
heather says
May 23, 2017 at 2:48 pmExactly Kesha!! I’m so glad you like my tutorial and post! Thanks for visiting! xo Heather
Starr says
May 22, 2017 at 9:26 amGreat idea! I’m going to make covers for my outdoor chaises and just spray them. Thanks, Heather
heather says
May 23, 2017 at 2:47 pmGreat idea for our outdoor chaises Starr!! xo Heather
Dianne Lanier says
May 27, 2017 at 10:34 pmIs this product that much different from Scotchgard?
Rebecca says
June 1, 2017 at 4:56 pmI’ve seen this product before and thought about trying it so thanks for the review!