What type of material do I use to recover chair cushions for outdoor?

http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-recover-outdoor-furniture-cushions/

You'll want material that is stain ,fade, mold and mildew resistant. water proof for sure and machine washable. many polyester fabrics are used. or acrylic coated fabrics.

Many people have used the flannel backed plastic table clothes from the dollar store or Walmart .

sunbrella fabric is what i have used....12 yrs on the furniture and no sun fade on the couch, or out door chair pads.

i've had the better luck with the sunbrella type out door fabric- its fade resistant, water resistant and hasn' t torn.

Sunbrella fabrics --- a bit expensive, but they really hold up and don't fade at all.

A proper fabric store will carry "outdoor" fabric. If not, Google and see who does sell quality outdoor furniture fabic by the yard. Expect to pay more for this fabric. It is stiffer, more tightly woven, and in some cases treated with UV protection. If you are unable to locate, or out of the budget, look for a canvas type material, (dropcloths will work too), as you can always scotchguard yourself. I would just choose a white or "natural" or light color as the sun fades things so quickly.

Walmart often has outdoor fabrics. I recovered two cushions with fabric from Walmart and they are holding up beautifully! I paid about $4.00 a yard.