This month we look at the versatility afforded by modern outdoor fabrics. As presented right here in the introductory article for Sunbrella fabrics, these outdoor fabrics are a step above technologically from prior outdoor offerings.

• Retain their color and fiber strength through intense sun and washing with bleach.
• Are as soft as any indoor fabric and come in just as many variations as their indoor brethren.
• Are worry free, as anything it doesn't resist- can be washed away safely.

This leaves us with some ideas for you as a homeowner.

A Poolside Fabric

Tired of sitting on the plastic stuff that looks just as awful as it feels?

That is where Sunbrella comes in. Displayed on the right is a setup involving Dupione Papaya and Dimone Flame (both fabrics that Nostalgia carries in stock). Each pool chair is as comfortable as any indoor cushion, which allows you to lounge outside both in style and in complete comfort.

And if anything gets dirty you simply unzip the cushion, take out the fluffy innards, and throw the fabric in the washer.

Pet-Proof, Sun-Proof Fabric and STILL Elegant

Tired of having to replace your furniture yearly because you're a pet owner? Frustrated that you can't invest in nice fabrics because they'll get quickly ruined by said pet, or even by the sun?

Sunbrella is your solution for this as fabric is washable, fade-resistant and still looks marvelous.

A large collection of furniture fabric is made available with the patented Sunbrella fibers, including elegant jacquard, floral, stripe and geometric options for indoor or balcony applications. Depicted in the picture to your left is Heirloom Sapphire (Sofa) and Block Quilt (Pillows).