Deck Cushion Blend vs Acadia Outdoor 61in Sofa Cushion: which is safer?
These two grade almost identically. Pick on price and preference; neither has a PFAS edge.
Deck Cushion Blend
PFAS grade
Overall grade
Verdict
Hazard flags
Material
Confidence
PossibleAzo dyes and heavy metal colorants
ReportedVolatile organic compound (VOC) off-gassing
PossibleFlame retardant chemistry (undisclosed)
Acadia Outdoor 61in Sofa Cushion
PFAS grade
Overall grade
Verdict
Hazard flags
Material
Confidence
PossibleStain-resist fluorinated finishes (PFAS-class)
PossibleVolatile organic compounds (VOCs) from coating or dyes
LikelyCoating degradation and microplastic shedding
Where these two actually differ
- We flag Azo dyes and heavy metal colorants, Volatile organic compound (VOC) off-gassing, Flame retardant chemistry (undisclosed) and Fabric degradation and microfiber shedding on the and not on the .
- We flag Stain-resist fluorinated finishes (PFAS-class), Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) from coating or dyes, Coating degradation and microplastic shedding and Mildew and bacterial growth if moisture trapped on the and not on the .
- The is Polyester blend cushion fabric (likely polyester/cotton blend typical for outdoor deck cushions) where the is Polyester cushion cover; likely acrylic or polyester-blend upholstery, which is most of the difference in these two grades.
- These two are level, close enough that price and fit should decide it rather than our grade.
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