Outdoor Fabrics & Materials
We design our outdoor furniture with easy care and durability in mind. Discover which outdoor fabrics and materials are right for you.
Bring Indoor Style Outdoors
Our outdoor fabrics and materials are designed to weather the elements.
Outdoor Fabric Features
All of our outdoor fabrics are exclusive to Room & Board and meet a high standard of outdoor performance.
Family-friendly
Contains synthetic fibers to resist stains and abrasion.
Pet-friendly
Tight-weave fabrics that are durable, stain-resistant and easy to clean.
Responsibly Made
Fabrics with low emissions, some recycled content or commercial durability.
Outdoor Fabric Types
Herringbone
A style of twill weave that creates a timeless diagonal pattern.
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Plain-weave
A simple over-under weave that looks modern and elegant.
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Tweed
A textural, basket-style weave that can be woven in many patterns.
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Responsibly Made Fabrics
We consider a fabric responsibly made if it has one or more of these qualities:
Low Emissions
GREENGUARD Gold Certified Fabrics: We carry David Rothschild®, Dorell®, Inside Out®, Revolution® and Sustain® GREENGUARD Gold Certified® fabrics, meeting strict standards for indoor air quality.
Commercial Durability
ACT® Contract Grade Fabrics: We offer many fabrics that meet all five of the Association for Contract Textiles (ACT) performance guidelines for high-traffic spaces.
Outdoor Materials
Spend time outdoors hassle-free, no matter what climate you call home.
Outdoor Stainless Steel
An exceptionally strong material with a timeless brushed look, our outdoor stainless steel has a metal composition that better resists corrosion from the elements.
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Powder-coated Steel
Heavier than aluminum, our powder-coated outdoor steel is strong and durable in any climate. The smooth powder coat provides extra protection against heat, moisture and humidity changes.
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Powder-coated Aluminum
Our outdoor aluminum features modern colors and a smooth powder coat. Inherently rust resistant and strong, this metal’s coating provides a second layer of defense against heat, moisture and humidity changes.
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Recycled HDPE
High-density polyethylene (HDPE) is ideal for outdoor use because it is durable, nonporous, waterproof and fade resistant. Ours is made partially from recycled plastics like milk jugs and shampoo bottles.
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Outdoor Plastic
Polypropylene, polyethylene, polyester and nylon are all durable materials that resist moisture, cracking, fading and stains, and are ideal for climates near salt water or air pollution.
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Thermally Modified Ash
Our ash comes from a combination of sustainably managed U.S. forests and fallen urban ash trees. Thermal modification makes it resistant to weather and pests. Over time, it ages to a beautiful silver-grey color.
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Outdoor Stone
Our outdoor-grade stone tops are made from timelessly beautiful and durable materials like solid quartz, granite and ceramic. They are low-maintenance materials that can stay outdoors all year long.
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PETG Composite
PETG composite is glycol-modified polyethylene terephthalate combined with silica fibers. This highly durable material easily weathers the outdoors, and all scraps from the manufacturing process are reusable.
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Recycled PET
Polyethylene terephthalate (PET) is one of the most common types of plastic in the world. Our durable PET yarns are made from this recycled plastic and feel soft to the touch.
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Responsibly Made Outdoor Materials
We consider an outdoor material responsibly made if it has one or more of the following qualities:
Sustainable Materials
FSC® Certified Teak: certified by the Forest Stewardship Council®, which supports responsible management of the world’s forests.
Sustainable Materials
Recycled Content: contains recycled content.
Sustainable Materials
Sustainably Sourced Wood: meets our sustainable wood sourcing policy, which prioritizes wood from responsibly managed North American forests and certified sources.
Commercial Durability
LBC Red List Free: does not contain substances on the Red List, a list created by The Living Building Challenge representing the “worst in class” substances prevalent in the building products industry.
Low Emissions
GREENGUARD Gold Certified Materials: GREENGUARD Gold® Certified: screened for more than 15,000 volatile organic compounds (VOCs) known to pollute indoor air.
Outdoor Furniture Care
Outdoor Furniture Covers
Made from KoverRoos® Max fabric, each of our covers is designed for a perfect fit.
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Outdoor Fabric Care
Keep your outdoor fabric looking its best with easy tips and in-depth stain removal guides.
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Outdoor Wood Care
Maintain your outdoor wood’s beauty and strength with wood care products.
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