Outdoor swing refurb
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Lesley
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I have an outdoor swing that has sort of a Sunbrella seat and back cover. It is moldy and useless. Any ideas on either where I can find replacement covers or how to do it myself?
12 answers
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Lesley, I have the same problem and hope someone has the answer!
Judy Conner
on Mar 20, 2014
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http://www.ehow.com/how_12047424_recover-metal-swing-cushion.html
Dusti B
on Mar 20, 2014
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http://www.lowes.com/Patio-Furniture/Canopies-Gazebos-Shade/Shade-Sails-Shade-Fabric/_/N-1z0weln/pl#!
Dusti B
on Mar 20, 2014
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http://www.housefabric.com/Outdoor-Fabric-C17.aspx?gclid=CLzBvNy5or0CFc1cfgodMLYA6Q
Dusti B
on Mar 20, 2014
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I have same issue, and often wondered if I could rig up something-sewing up something new for it.
Deborah K Glassford
on Mar 21, 2014
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Well, if it is an A frame, maybe build a wooden swing or buy one to attach it? Is there a way to attach a plywood seat and add a cushion? I'm trying to think no sew simple...
Dusti B
on Mar 21, 2014
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I repurposed daughters old swing set A frame into a trellis over a raised bed. I've thought of adding plastic for a green house but haven't gotten around to it yet...
Dusti B
on Mar 21, 2014
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There's fabric glue and iron stuff for adhesives. Check out YouTube maybe or pintrest? Do a Google search.
Dusti B
on Mar 21, 2014
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I recover my outdoor cushions every few years using FABRIC SHOWER CURTAINS. You can find many colorful patterns and get lots of yardage inexpensively. If you have lots of cushions, buy two sets. I sew mine, but you could probably try iron-on seam tape.
Pam Giles
on Mar 22, 2014
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Good idea, Pam, but this is just a fabric seat, no cushions. I'm afraid of the iron seam tape for something outdoors and holding some considerable weight if the grandchildren get on it. Have you had success with it?
Lesley
on Mar 22, 2014
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Check for color fastness, but what I use is a strong Oxyclean solution let it sit 15-30 min. then rinse with the waterhose, if it is real bad it may need 2-3 applications. This works for me.
Patty
on Mar 24, 2014
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Thank you Patricia! I'll give it a go.
Lesley
on Mar 25, 2014
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