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Great Outdoors: Fabrics That Beat The Summer Heat!

Franki Hobson by Franki Hobson
17/05/2016
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Textiles technology has come a long way, and today’s outdoor fabrics are made with a wide range of protective properties built in. Even better, the creative have waved their visual wands over the new designs to ensure that these super durable are not only environmentally practical, but super stylish too. From UV protected nautical stripe designs, to water repellent bright red polka dot prints, No Chintz Texiles & Soft Furnishings have you covered.

Here’s your buyer’s guide to outdoor fabrics…

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You won’t get lost on the beach with a bold base with stripes and bright ikats.

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Kona Outdoor Fabric in Calippo, $45/m, Outdoor Stripe in Calypso, $49/m, and Kona in Ocean, $45/m.

Outdoor Fabrics: What Can You Use Them For?

That sunny sky is the limit… Use outdoor fabrics on everything from balcony furniture and sun lounges to patio chairs, day beds, verandah seats, outdoor curtains and ground or throw cushions – anything with fabric that needs to take a beating from environmental factors. Oh, and as a bonus, if you have messy children, outdoor fabrics and waterproof laminate are a fabulous option for tablecloths.

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A selection of made-to-measure cushions made with No Chintz fabrics. To choose your own cushion designs, head to their online Cushion Program or check out their outdoor cushion range.

Get the Look!

Ikats in bright summery colours make a statement.

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Cashew Nut Love Outdoor Fabric in Orange/Pink, $89/m, Mosaic Ikat Outdoor Fabric in Multi, $89/m, and Cashew Nut Love in Blue Outdoor, $89/m.

What Makes Outdoor Fabrics Different?

Outdoor fabrics are usually made from more durable textiles. Some come with UV protection to avoid fading, others are made with washable covers, water repellent properties and fabrics that are soil and stain resistant. When choosing outdoor fabrics, consider the environmental factors they will be exposed to as well wear and tear and the fabrics rub count.

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Beach chair cushion covers and umberella all made in No Chintz Mosaic Ikat Outdoor Fabric in Multi, $89/m.

Get the Look!

Go for mixed prints and spice things up on the beach.

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Ziggy in Navy, $49/m, Monsoon in Navy, $49, and Cashew Nut Love in Blue Outdoor, $89/m.

Outdoor Fabric Insider Tip!

When purchasing outdoor fabrics, look for Olefin, Solution-dyed Acrylics or Polypropylene. The yarn in these fabrics has all the outdoor properties you need – water repellents, UV protection and soil and stain resistants.

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Top Cushion Cover Only: Outdoor Stripes in Ocean, $95.

Bottom Cushion Cover: Top Fabric Outdoor Lalo in Oxford. Bottom: Outdoor Stripes in Ocean, $95.

Get the Look!

Go for ocean blue print outdoor fabrics for a seaside theme.

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Top Cushion Cover: Outdoor Stripes in Ocean, $95, or $49/m. Bottom Cushion Cover: Top FabricOutdoor Lalo in Oxford, $49/m, with Bottom fabric in Outdoor Stripes in Ocean, $49/m or $95 for the ready-made cushion. left: Ziggy in Ocean, $49/m.

Where Can You Find Them?

No Chintz are outdoor fabric specialists with a huge range of fabrics on the roll, bolt, and we can order you in designer outdoor fabrics so your neighbours have zero chance of plagiarising your outdoor setting style! From outdoor sheers to heavy duty upholstery, light and mid weights and a brilliant selection of interesting prints, we’ve got it! Speak to the No Chintz team for expert advice on outdoor fabrics for sun lounges, day beds, curtains, patio chairs and more.

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Top Cushion: Mallacoota Lime, and Bottom Cushion: Avoca Lime, both available from No Chintz.

Get the look!

The grass is always greener with outdoors textiles.

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Ziggy in Green, $49/m, and Kona Outdoor Fabric in Lime, $45/m.

Want More GREAT OUTDOORS!

No Chintz have an amazing range of outdoor fabrics in-store and a selection at nochintz.com. Weave these into your outdoor style …

This post first appeared on No Chintz Blog.

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Franki Hobson is a contributing lifestyle writer for The Carousel. She has worn many hats during her 20 plus years as a women's lifestyle journalist and editor.

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