New cushions for your patio furniture are a fantastic way to do an outdoor remodel on the cheap. There are lots and lots of colors, styles and textures to choose so bring a new look to your patio has never been easier.

Worn out, dirty and dingy cushions are not inviting. With the right pillow you can send a warm invitation to your guests that says “come and relax and enjoy”. You can have fantastic patio furniture but if it is hiding under a poor cover of bad cushions you just want get that message across to your guests.

This is the perfect time to adding the wow factor that a upgrade to new cushions will provide. New cushions and covers are not that expensive and there are many styles to choose from. With the wide selection you should be able to create a well coordinated new look without too much searching around. Your local outdoor store is a good place to start and online stores can fill in any gaps.

There are lots of things to consider when choosing your patio cushions. Firstly, they have to fit well on the chair or bench frame. A cushion that doesn’t fit properly and keeps sliding around is no good if you ask me. Make sure you do the measurements correctly and avoid seeing spaces you didn’t want to exist.

Next on the list is to find the colours and patterns that will set the tone for your new patio decor. Consider matching existing furniture and other items in your outdoor living space. Adding some contrasting pillows is a fun way to add some extra pizzazz to your new colour scheme.

Then there is bounce. You want a cushion that is comfortable to sit on. If your bum gets numb after a while, the pillow is probably too soft. Too hard and you may as well not have a pillow. Make sure the cushion sticks to high standards of comfort.

Last on the list is the type of fabric that is used in construction. Does it have all of the right qualities for the outdoors? Is it UV, water, rot and mildew resistant? There are special fabrics made just for this type of usage and they work very well. The texture of the fabric can also play a big role in weather resistance and comfort so be sure you try before you buy whenever possible. With so many choices it should be clear that new patio cushions can provide a great combination of quality and style.