Can I Dye Outdoor Furniture Covers

Stirring helps to ensure an even color with no splotches.

Can i dye outdoor furniture covers.

Spray the cushion covers with scotchgard uv and water protective spray. Leave the covers to soak in the dye bath for about five minutes. Fabric will look darker when wet and will dry lighter. Keep in mind that when the dye dries the color appears lighter on fabric than the actual dye color.

Place the cushion covers into the dye bath and submerge them with the wooden spoon until the fabric is fully saturated. Let the cushion covers soak for about five minutes. Hang the cover outside to dry thoroughly in the sun. Run under cool water until the water runs clear.

More info can be found on the rit dye site here. Alice lois kept the cushions in the dyebath for 40 minutes. Stir slowly and continuously. Squeeze out excess dye.

This can lead to the dye penetrating through to the foam which can lead to problems with mould. This allows the color to set. Firstly don t even attempt dying a cushion that doesn t have a removable cover. If you are interested in changing your outdoor cushion covers check the label to see what fabric they are.

When desired color is achieved remove from dyebath. If they are polyester use rit dyemore and grab a large stainless steel pot. 6 add 1 cup of salt to.