Patio cushion covers use different materials that are weather-resistant. As they are designed to be used for outdoors, they can withstand being exposed to extreme weather conditions without their prints fading. Acrylic is the most common because it is one of the strongest fibers in the industry. Cushion covers can have acrylic print, acrylic rib and acrylic twisted yarn to give way for different prints and textures. Acrylic is soft and breathable. Its components also resist liquid and soiling.

Olefin fiber is also another material used for cushion covers. It is solution-dyed that colors are locked into the woven material. It is durable and easy to maintain. Vinyl or PVC-coated polyester is stain-resistant and quick drying while allowing air to breathe through it.

Using spun polyester results to cushion covers having a soft fabric feel. However, it requires to be cleaned regularly to keep it looking fresh unlike the other materials that require minimum maintenance. Its variation, printed spun polyester has a pattern printed on the surface to give way for bolder designs.

Maintenance for such weather-resistant fabrics for patio cushion covers is simple. It requires a sponge to be dipped in soapy water for the scrubbing. Once the cushion covers are soap-free, they can be left under the sun for quick drying.

Patio cushion covers have varying shapes and sizes to perfectly fit different pieces of outdoor patio furniture. They can be also be customized if a particular piece of furniture has an exceptional shape. There are those that are made to fit seat pads of dining chairs for patio dining sets. There are also those intended for cushions of pieces from outdoor conversation sets like 2-seater and 3-seater sofas, lounge chairs, lounge chaises and ottomans. The seat pad can also have a round-edged detail to create a softer look for the cushions.

Aside from the shape of the seat pad, there are also different options for the backrest of furniture. There are barrel-shaped and high back cushion covers. Most of these covers would have sling straps and ties to keep them from falling off the furniture pieces. There are also styling for cushion covers such as cording and welting. The length and thickness of the cushion covers would also help in making sure that it would be snug in the existing patio fixtures.

These cushion covers can be used for different kinds of patio furniture. There are ones designed to fit aluminum cast, wooden, recycled plastic, wicker and wrought iron patio furniture sets.