Outdoor Cushion Care for GOLDENTEAK provided cushions

GOLDENTEAK Outdoor Cushions are made from Sunbrella(tm) fabric covers, Outdoor Foam and Wrap. All our cushions are Made in the USA .

Sunbrella has recommendations for cleaning methods depending on the type of stain (different methods for oil stains, vs wine stains  or mildew or dust and pollen).

 

The methods Sunbrella recoomends can be found at Sunbrella Fabric Cleaning Instructions for Upholstery.

In a short summary, most stains can be cleaned with mild soap and water. The Sunbrella Fabric is sulution dyed acrilic and sensitive to heat. So please air dry your cushion covers else they might shrink.

Please read the Sunbrella recommendations for cushion cover cleaning and maintenance.

An excerpt from the Sunbrella site is below:

Download Sunbrella Upholstery Cleaning Instructions PDF

Try This First... With a New Spill on Your Sunbrella Fabric:

• Blot (don't rub) liquid spills with a clean, dry cloth.
• For oil-based spills, apply an absorbent such as cornstarch, then remove with a straight edge.
• Spray on a mild cleaning solution of soap and water or use Sunbrella Clean™ Multi-Purpose Fabric Cleaner.
• Rinse the fabric thoroughly to remove all soap residue.
• Air dry.

Try This Next... If Your First Try Doesn't Get the Spill Completely Out:

Though Sunbrella fabrics can be used both indoors and outdoors, your cleaning methods should differ slightly based on the fabrication and manufacturing of the furniture. We recommend using the appropriate cleaning instructions for your application.

Outdoor Upholstery

Cleaning Removable Fabric

Hand Washing

Soak fabric in a solution of 1/4 cup mild soap per gallon of lukewarm water or use Sunbrella Clean Multi-Purpose Fabric Cleaner. Use a sponge or very soft bristle brush to lightly agitate the stain. Then rinse thoroughly to remove all soap residue and allow fabric to air dry.

Machine Washing

Some removable casings can be washed in the washing machine. However, consult the furniture manufacturer before removing the casing as cushion construction may vary. To wash, first close all zippers. Machine wash in cold water on the delicate cycle with normal amounts of mild laundry detergent. For severe mold or mildew, add 1 cup of bleach. Allow fabric to air dry.

Cleaning Non-Removable Fabric

Prepare a solution of 1/4 cup mild soap per gallon of lukewarm water, or use Sunbrella Clean Multi-Purpose Fabric Cleaner. Use a soft bristle brush to clean, allowing the cleaning solution to soak into the fabric. Rinse thoroughly to remove all residue and allow fabric to air dry. For tough, colored stains, use Sunbrella Erase™ Stain & Spot Remover.

For best results when cleaning upholstered pieces, clean the entire surface area of the fabric, from seam to seam, instead of rubbing the fabric in a circular motion on the spill. This method, along with an extractor, may be required in order to avoid water rings and residue.

Specific information on cleaning is available in our Cleaning Guide.

Oil-Based Stains

If a stubborn oil-based stain persists after cleaning, use Sunbrella Extract™ Oil Based Stain Remover or treat with a strong degreaser and rinse thoroughly.

Specific information on spill cleaning is available in our Cleaning Guide.

Mold and Mildew

Sunbrella fabrics do not promote mildew growth, however, mildew may grow on dirt and other foreign substances if not removed from the fabric. To remove mold or mildew:

• Prepare a solution of 1 cup of bleach and 1/4 cup mild soap per gallon of water or use Sunbrella Renew™ Mold & Mildew Stain Remover.
• Spray on entire area and allow to soak into the fabric for 15 minutes.
• Clean entire surface area with a sponge, clean towel or very soft bristle brush.
• Rinse thoroughly to remove all soap residue.
• Air dry.

For severe mold/mildew growth, bleach quantities may be increased.

Specific information on spill cleaning is available in our Cleaning Guide.