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How to Store Cushions for Outdoor Furniture?

How to Store Cushions for Outdoor Furniture?

Outdoor cushions are ruined by trapped moisture rather than cold, which is why how you store them matters more than where. This guide starts with drying, explaining that foam cores can stay damp for days after the fabric feels dry and how to test for it properly, along with why radiators are the wrong shortcut. We rank storage locations from indoor space and dry garages through to ventilated sheds, garden storage boxes and breathable covers, and explain what to look for in a box, including an overhanging lid, raised feet and ventilation rather than an airtight seal. There is practical guidance on packing, standing cushions upright instead of stacking them, using breathable bags rather than bin liners and labelling sets for spring. We also cover what to do when there is no storage at all, how to bring cushions back into use, and how to treat mildew and flattened foam....