Description
Fire Retardant Waterproof Outdoor Fabric for Bean Bags, Cushions, Gazebos & Garden Furniture
Our Outdoor Waterproof Fabric (Fire Retardant) is a premium 100% polyester fabric designed for outdoor cushions, bean bags, gazebo covers, garden furniture, parasols, canopies, swing seats, hammocks, and commercial seating applications. Manufactured with a durable textured weave, this high-performance outdoor fabric combines water-repellent protection, UV-fast colour stability, and BS5852 0+1 fire-retardant certification, making it ideal for both indoor and outdoor environments where durability, weather resistance, and fire safety are essential. Its soft yet robust construction provides long-lasting performance while maintaining comfort and appearance even in demanding conditions.
Supplied in a practical 150cm width and weighing approximately 225gsm, this versatile outdoor fabric is quick drying, easy to maintain, and engineered to withstand prolonged outdoor use. With over 50 years of textile expertise behind its selection, this fabric offers an excellent combination of strength, colour retention, and safety for residential, commercial, hospitality, and leisure applications. If you're looking for materials that offer weather protection or enhanced safety, Waterproof Fabrics are ideal for outdoor and marine applications, while Fire Retardant Fabrics are designed for upholstery, curtains, displays, and commercial interiors where fire safety is essential.
Fabric Specs
| Fabric Width | 150cm |
| Composition | 100% Polyester |
| Weight | Approx. 225gsm |
| Finish | Water Repellent Textured Surface |
| Fire Retardancy | BS5852 0+1 Certified |
| UV Resistance | UV Fast Colour Resistant |
| Maintenance | Easy to Clean and Quick Drying |
Uses
Outdoor Waterproof Fabric (Fire Retardant) is ideal for:
- Outdoor bean bags and children's seating
- Garden cushions and scatter cushions
- Gazebo roofs and side panels
- Garden swing seats and replacement canopies
- Hammocks and helicopter swing seats
- Rattan furniture covers and cushions
- Parasols and outdoor shade accessories
- Outdoor furniture upholstery
- Commercial hospitality seating
- Fire-retardant indoor and outdoor furnishing projects
This fire retardant waterproof outdoor fabric combines excellent weather resistance, UV stability, and long-lasting durability, making it an ideal choice for residential, commercial, hospitality, and leisure environments.
FAQs
Is this fabric suitable for permanent outdoor use?
Yes, it is designed for long-term outdoor use with water-repellent protection and UV-fast colour performance to withstand changing weather conditions.
Does the fabric meet fire safety standards?
Yes, it conforms to BS5852 0+1 fire-retardant standards, making it suitable for applications where fire safety compliance is required.
Can this fabric be used for bean bags?
Yes, it is a popular choice for bean bags thanks to its durability, water resistance, comfort, and fire-retardant properties.
Will the colours fade in sunlight?
The UV-fast finish helps maintain vibrant colours and improves resistance to fading during prolonged outdoor exposure.
Is the fabric easy to clean?
Yes, the water-repellent surface allows dirt to be wiped away easily and the fabric dries quickly after cleaning.
Can it be used indoors as well?
Yes, it is suitable for both indoor and outdoor furnishings, particularly where durability and fire-retardant performance are important.
Certification
| Certificate | Accrediting Inst/Lab | Download |
| Outdoor Waterproof Fire Retardant | High St | FR |
| Water Resistance | STC | 2021-10-8 Test Report |
| Ignitability of Upholstered Seating by Smouldering | STC | 2021-9-29 FR Test Report |
