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Add your item with COM fabric to your cart. Once in your cart, click "Show details" for your COM item, and you will see the amount of fabric to send for your item(s).
To order fabric samples, click the "Sample" tab on the top menu while viewing the fabric of your choice in our Fabric Selection Tool. From there you will be able to cart your sample. You may also purchase fabrics by the yard by clicking the "Order" button on the top menu.
Because of variations from one computer screen to another, it's difficult to precisely match fabric colour on our website. We suggest that you purchase fabric samples if colour matching is important to your individual buying decision.
Select a fabric in the fabric selection tool and click the "Collections" tab. Coordinating fabrics matching the fabric you have selected will be shown. If there is no "Collections" tab, no coordinating fabrics have been selected for this fabric, but there may still be coordinating options available. Contact our customer service department for assistance in coordinating fabrics.
Cushion Source primarily uses Sunbrella solution-dyed acrylic fabrics because they are designed for easy maintenance and many years of use. Solution-dying is the process of adding colour to acrylic fibers during manufacturing while they are in a liquid state. This characteristic of acrylic fabrics is the key to locking in colour, easy cleaning and long life. For this reason, acrylic fabric offers incredible resistance to stains, weather and wear in any application. Furniture grade acrylic fabric carries a five-year warranty against loss of colour and strength.
Sunbrella fabrics are made from 100 percent solution-dyed acrylic yarns. Solution-dying is the process of adding colour to acrylic fibers during manufacturing while they are in a liquid state. This characteristic of Sunbrella fabrics is the key to locking in colour, easy cleaning and long life.
Sunbrella fabrics have been tested and proven to provide up to 98 percent UV protection from the harmful effects of the sun. Whites and lighter coloured fabrics provide less protection than darker fabrics, which have more depth of colour. This protective factor is inherent to the product and will not be reduced by usage and/or fabric exposure to the sun.
Pinched joins are only allowed for chaise and steamer cushions that are less than 4" thick, less than 27" wide, and have squared corners.
No. We require a template in order to guarantee your cushion meets your specifications exactly.
While we get a lot of questions on what thickness is typical for different furniture styles, this is a very subjective topic mostly driven by personal taste and preference. For dining and folding chairs, most people typically order a 2" thickness (this is called a "pad" rather than a cushion).
Depending on how often you will use the cushions, and your particular comfort choices, you may want to consider 3" or thicker cushions. For larger chairs or benches, thicknesses of 2" and 3" are very common. However, many customers prefer a more plush feel and higher comfort, and they often choose 4" to as much as 8" thicknesses. Thickness is really a personal preference, and we hope these general trends are helpful to you.
Select the trapezoid shaped cushion under seat or bench cushions and use "0" as the back width.
If your cushions will get a lot of use and seating traffic, you may want to consider ties to keep them in place and prevent sliding. Usually the most functional placement of cushion ties is in close proximity to the uprights or corner posts of the furniture on which they are being placed. Our cushion ties are approximately 12 inches long. If you would like your cushion ties to be longer or you wish to specify an alternate location for your ties, you can indicate this in the Order Notes section of your order.
Although this is a somewhat subjective topic driven by personal taste and preference, the primary consideration you should use is the shape of the furniture on which it will be used. For example, classic dining table chairs with sharp, distinctive corners usually are complemented with square corners. Furniture or seating types with more subtle lines and style are more often complemented with rounded corners. This truly is a personal preference, and we can make your custom cushion in either style. Flat-style cushions with round corners have a 4-inch radius, while tufted style cushions have an 8-inch radius on the round corners.
Enter the dimensions like you want the cushion to be made, even if they are opposite of the diagram. If your back side dimension is longer, the cushion will be made that way. Remember that the zipper will be placed on the back side.
Unless you specify otherwise, all of our cushions (excluding tufted style) include zippers, which are tastefully located on the back of your custom cushions. Zippers come in white, black or beige and will be used appropriately with fabrics similar in colour. Zippers will wrap 3 inches around each side of your cushion.
For Ottoman, Bar Stool, and Daybed cushions ONLY, the zipper is located on the lower seam and does not wrap around the cushion.
You may specify an alternate location for your zipper in the Order Notes section of your order. We highly recommend that you avoid removing the cushion covers simply due to the difficulty involved in replacing the filling, especially in larger cushions. Part of the difficulty in this process involves restoring the evenness of the filling, which may result in lumps and other irregularities. Please Note: Our tufted style cushions, which are tufted with either a dart tack or button, DO NOT include zippers.
For images and details regarding our filling types, please view our Cushion Filler Information page.
The price of your custom cushions is determined by two factors, the cost of the materials and the labor required to sew the cushion. The following tips will give you some ideas on how to optimize these factors. We strongly recommend that you carefully consider making changes to your custom cushion to avoid purchasing cushions that you are not entirely pleased with.
Because Sunbrella fabrics are woven, they are also highly breathable, which is why they dry quickly with only air exposure.
It's also important to know that Sunbrella fabrics are treated with a fluorocarbon finish, which enhances water repellency. This finish requires replenishment after vigorous cleaning Sunbrella fabrics do not absorb water and are designed to air-dry very quickly - usually within a matter of minutes. A clothes dryer is not necessary and will often overheat and shrink the fabric.
In most environments, a thorough cleaning will be needed every two to three years. Spot clean only - Do not put cushions or shells in the washing machine. One of the best ways to keep outdoor fabrics looking good and delay the need for deep or vigorous cleaning is to hose fabrics off on a monthly basis with clear water. This practice will help prevent dirt from becoming deeply imbedded in the fabrics and eliminate the need for more frequent vigorous cleanings. In most environments, a thorough cleaning will be needed every two to three years. Always remember to allow the fabrics to air dry after hosing it down.
We suggest that after outdoor fabrics are cleaned, and if they remain exposed to the elements constantly, that you re-treat your outdoor fabrics with a water-repellent treatment, such as 303® High Tech Fabric Guard. More details: Sunbrella Cleaning Guide (PDF 25k)
For those stains that are beyond our normal care and cleaning instructions, such as bird droppings, roof run-off, acid rain, pollution, rust, tree sap, insect stains, etc., we suggest the following products: 303® Fabric Cleaner, which is recommended by Sunbrella, or an off-the-shelf product, such as Goo Gone Grease Cutter (hand cleaner), Greased Lightning or Clean Rite Purple Power (available at most discount retailers). Rub the product into the fabric to allow penetration. Brush the fabric with a soft brush, rinse THOROUGHLY and repeat if necessary.
By "natural soap" we mean Ivory Snow, Dreft or Woolite. These gentle soaps rinse out easily and will not diminish the water-repellent "finish" applied to the fabric. Remember to use cold water and spot clean only, and allow the fabric to air dry. Do not put shell or cushion in washing machine. After several cleanings you will need to re-treat the fabric with a water-repellent product, such as 303® High Tech Fabric Guard.
Sunbrella fabric is not waterproof, but it is water repellent. This means that during the finishing process, a water-repellent finish is applied to the fabric. Normal wear and usage will reduce the effectiveness of this finish, as will cleaning the fabric.
Sunbrella fabrics, if kept clean, will not mildew. An inherent characteristic of acrylic fiber is that it will not support the growth of mildew as a natural fiber will. Mildew will and can grow on any surface that is dirty, so to keep your Sunbrella fabrics from mildewing, you must keep your fabrics clean. If mildew growth becomes a problem, please refer to our care and cleaning instructions
Below are our recommended cleaning methods for Sunbrella for some of the most common and toughest stains. Sunbrella Stain Chart (PDF 27k)
Yes. This is done during checkout. There will be an "Order Notes" text box near the bottom of the page for comments and requests. Use the Order Notes to specify alternate locations for zippers and ties, or to include special delivery instructions.
Add the items you desire to your cart. Proceed to checkout and select "Save as Quote." Enter your postal code to also receive a shipping quote. Use your browser's print function if you want to save a copy of the quote.
Expediting is a great option for individuals that need to receive their custom items faster than our current lead time. Expediting an order typically cuts lead times in half. Please be aware that production times tend to increase during our "in season" time of the year, which also increases the expedite time accordingly. Some special cases can be met as long as it is within reason. Closer proximity to production facilities can lead to a quicker response time. Contact us with specific inquiries.
After completing the checkout process, you will receive a confirmation email at the address you provided. This confirmation will serve as your invoice. This is also to confirm that your order information is correct. If you do not receive the confirmation email after checkout, contact us as soon as possible to confirm your order. If you have any questions or problems, please contact our customer service department. We will be glad to assist you.
If you just placed your order and notice an error on your part, or ours, please let us know IMMEDIATELY by giving us a call or using our contact form, and we can easily correct it for you. If you let us know about an error within one business day of your order placement, we can correct virtually all problems. Beyond that, we cannot guarantee your changes will not incur extra costs if materials have already been cut for your order.
At CushionSource.ca, we provide a secured checkout with Secure Socket Layering (SSL up to 256 bits) for processing your payments online. Add items to your cart and click Secure Checkout to make your payment using a Visa, MasterCard, Discover, or American Express. You can also use this method to pay using your PayPal account or PO (purchase order). We do NOT accept checks. Payments using a purchase order are placed on hold until we receive your PO and credit information. Payments will be billed as "OCG LLC" — our parent company name.
Due to all orders being custom orders made to your unique specifications, your credit card will be charged within 24 hours of placing your order. Online orders are immediately charged to your credit card/PayPal account.
Even though your custom orders will be manufactured at our Canada facility, our Sales and Administration Departments are located in the United States, so we must process your payment in USD.
Your custom items are your own special creation — we make them to order only for you. If you select unique materials for your custom creation, more time may be needed to receive the materials from our supplier. Our production times vary depending on the season. Off season can take as little as a week, while peak season can, in extreme cases, go five weeks or more. Orders can be expedited, but a RUSH fee may apply. Rush is available at our discretion and may not be offered depending on the state of production. You may contact customer service to check on your order, but due to the nature of our business, we may not be able to give an exact date for completion and shipping of your cushions.
No, we're sorry, but due to our insurance policy and for your protection, customers are not allowed to visit our production facility.
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