Covers&All Outdoor Sunbrella Deep Seat Cushion Set vs Acadia Outdoor 61in Sofa Cushion: which is safer?
Acadia Outdoor 61in Sofa Cushion is the clear pick. Covers&All Outdoor Sunbrella Deep Seat Cushion Set carries a failing PFAS grade, and we never recommend buying a failing product.
Sunbrella
Covers&All Outdoor Sunbrella Deep Seat Cushion Set
PFAS grade
Overall grade
Verdict
Hazard flags
Material
Confidence
PossiblePolyurethane foam off-gassing in cushion core
ReportedMicroplastic fiber shedding during use and laundering
LikelyMold and bacterial growth in damp foam core
Our pick
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 Polyurethane foam off-gassing in cushion core, Microplastic fiber shedding during use and laundering and Mold and bacterial growth in damp foam core on the Sunbrella 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 Sunbrella.
- The Sunbrella is Sunbrella acrylic fabric with durable water repellent (DWR) finish where the is Polyester cushion cover; likely acrylic or polyester-blend upholstery, which is most of the difference in these two grades.
- The gap is 45 points, wide enough that this is not a close call, and the is the one to buy.
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