Silicone Outdoor Furniture Cushion Protectants, ranked by PFAS safety
All 4 platinum and food-grade silicone in our outdoor furniture cushion protectants database, graded Bad to Excellent and ranked safest first. None earn a buy-worthy grade yet, so start from the safest and check the swap suggestions.
Armor All
ARMOR Armor All Protectant Spray(ARM10228CT)
Silicone polymer blend (proprietary), undisclosed active ingredients
Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and off-gassing
Limited concern
Inhalation risk from spray delivery
Moderate concern
Coating degradation and residue buildup
Limited concern
Skin and eye irritation from contact or splash
Moderate concern
Silent on PFAS content, formula stays hidden.
⚠Undisclosed proprietary coating
Armor All
Original Protectant
Proprietary blend (likely silicone, mineral oil, emulsifiers)
Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) from fragrance and solvents
Limited concern
Skin irritation from emulsifiers or fragrance allergens
Limited concern
Residue buildup and dust attraction on hard surfaces
Moderate concern
Toxicity if ingested in large amounts
Limited concern
Unclear formula and no PFAS transparency equals skip.
⚠Undisclosed proprietary coating
Armor All
Rubber & Vinyl Protectant Spray
Proprietary silicone and UV protectant blend
Volatile organic compound (VOC) inhalation from solvent carriers
High concern
PFAS
Limited concern
Skin sensitization or irritation from undisclosed UV absorbers
Limited concern
Slippery surfaces after application (slip hazard)
Moderate concern
Hidden formula means no way to assess PFAS risk.
⚠Undisclosed proprietary coating
Armor All
Podium Series Exterior Spray Detailer
silicone-based polymers, waxes, surfactants (unspecified)
Silicone aerosol inhalation risk
Limited concern
Undisclosed surfactants and additives
Limited concern
Flammability of spray solvent base
Moderate concern
Potential buildup and slipping hazard on outdoor surfaces
Limited concern
Wait for Armor All to prove this is PFAS-free.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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