This season's patio furniture covers are bright and cheerful. I suspect next year's offerings will be equally as bright. This shouldn't be surprising to anyone. As is often the case, fashion trends respond to the economic climate. During and immediately after recessions colours tend to be brighter and patterns tend to be busier and more cheerful. Whether it is in clothes or house wares or patio furniture covers, the trend is to be cheerful. Colours are more muted and patterns can be plainer during economic booms.
Although, I will be happy to see the end of the recession I love bright, vibrant cheerful fashions and designs so I love what's on offer this season. I have seen bright pink, purple and orange flower-power designs that bring to mind mini-skirts of the 60s. I have seen bold green and blue stripes that remind me of the fabrics of the 70s. All of the cover designs are meant to raise spirits. The theme of the year, across all sorts of fashions, is fun.
Notwithstanding the wild array colours and patterns available this season, there are some common elements that never seem to change from year to year. The elements that are resistant to change or that change very slowly relate to the functionality of the patio furniture covers. These elements relate to the durability of the covers, the quality of the covers, the ease of removing the covers, the style of fastening the covers, and the ability to protect patio furniture from the elements.
The first thing I look for when shopping for patio furniture covers is the type of fabric used. Historically, these covers tended to be a thin layer of brittle plastic bonded to a weak felt-like lining. Those days are gone. Today's covers are generally made from newer man-made fabrics. These fabrics are water resistant and breathable. These factors allow the patio furniture to be protected from the rain and dew while allowing accumulated moisture to escape and thus preventing any mold or mildew build up.
The second feature that should be examined relates to durability. Look at the seams. Are all of the seams double stitched? Are there any lose threads which might indicate a weakness in the integrity of the cover? Also examine the manner in which the covers are fastened. The more expensive outdoor patio furniture covers fasten with heavy duty zippers. Zip and unzip all of the zippers completely. Make sure the zippers run smoothly and easily for the entire range of the zipper.
When it comes to patio set covers there are two distinct concepts to keep in mind. The first relates to personal tastes and covers things such as fabric colour and fabric patterns and to a lesser extent the actual cover design. The second concept relates to the functionality of the covers. Are the covers durable, protective, and easy to use. Covers for patio furniture can be a good investment. If you think of the these concepts separately but equally you will be able to choose the appropriate patio furniture covers for your family.
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